North Carolina DMV
Just a quiz to help study for my drivers license test. And for anyone else in North Carolina.
- 1.
When driving on a highway at night, you should never use your high-beam headlights if you are:
- A.
Slowing down for a turn
- B.
Traveling on a road with no median
- C.
Going down a hill
- D.
Following another car
Correct Answer
D. Following another car -
- 2.
Which of the following statements correct:I. When using high-beam headlights you should be able to see a person 200 feet awayII.With low-beams headlights you should be able to see a person 75 feet away
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 3.
Which of the following statements is (are) true?I. It is unlawful for any person under 21 years of age to purchase beer, wine, or liquorII. It is unlawful for any person 21 years of age to possess beer, wine, or liquor
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 4.
Which of the following statements is (are) true concerning use of fraudulent identification to purchase alcoholic beverages?I. Conviction will require a six-month driver license suspension and thirty-day active prison sentenceII. Conviction will require a one-year driver license revocation
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Either I or II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
B. II only -
- 5.
When driving in a snowstorm during the day, you should use:
- A.
Parking lights
- B.
Low-beam headlights, wipers and slow down
- C.
Four-way flashers
- D.
High-beam headlights
Correct Answer
B. Low-beam headlights, wipers and slow down -
- 6.
Roads are likely to be especially slick:
- A.
Just after it has begun to rain or drizzle
- B.
Just after they have been paved
- C.
After it has been raining for several hours
- D.
In exceptionally cold, dry weather
Correct Answer
A. Just after it has begun to rain or drizzle -
- 7.
Highway accidents occur most frequently:
- A.
At intersections
- B.
At bridges
- C.
On hills
- D.
On curves
Correct Answer
A. At intersections -
- 8.
When driving on a city street, you should watch out for which of the following hazards?I. Traffic coming from side streetsII. Pedestrians darting from between parked cars
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 9.
If you come to an unmarked intersection where it is hard to see in all directions because of trees buildings, you should:
- A.
Stop near the center of the intersection and continue if it is safe
- B.
Drive at the posted speed limit
- C.
Stop at the intersection and move forward slowly
- D.
Slow down and blow your horn to warn drivers who cannot see you
Correct Answer
C. Stop at the intersection and move forward slowly -
- 10.
To get out of a skid, you should do which of the following?
- A.
Turn the steering wheel in the direction the rear end of the car is skidding
- B.
Turn the steering wheel to the right
- C.
Turn the steering wheel in the direction opposite to that in which the rear of the car is skidding
- D.
Hold the steering wheel steady with a firm grip
Correct Answer
A. Turn the steering wheel in the direction the rear end of the car is skidding -
- 11.
If you take any kind of medicine before driving a long distance, which of the following should always do?
- A.
Have some other person in the car with you
- B.
Plan on stopping occasionally
- C.
Make sure you have some food in your stomach
- D.
Find out what the effects of the medicine are
Correct Answer
D. Find out what the effects of the medicine are -
- 12.
Conviction of which of the following carries the highest number of points?
- A.
Passing a stopped school bus unloading children
- B.
Driving without a license
- C.
Hit-and-run with property damage
- D.
Reckless driving
Correct Answer
A. Passing a stopped school bus unloading children -
- 13.
When rounding a curve, a car tends to:
- A.
Stay in the center of the lane
- B.
Move to the inside of the curve
- C.
Speed up
- D.
Have a natural tendency to go straight
Correct Answer
D. Have a natural tendency to go straight -
- 14.
You are driving on an interstate highway when a breakdown forces you to the shoulder. You should;
- A.
Sit in the car until help arrives
- B.
Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle or antenna
- C.
Tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle and stand beside the left front fender
- D.
Raise the hood and stand behind the car so drivers of on-coming cars can see you
Correct Answer
B. Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle or antenna -
- 15.
The Division of Motor Vehicles may suspend your driving privilege for which of the following reason(s):
- A.
Two convictions within a year of speeding over 55 mph
- B.
One conviction of speeding over 55 mph and one conviction of reckless driving within a year
- C.
Conviction for speeding over 75 mph
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above -
- 16.
If you have a blowout while traveling at a high, you should:I. Apply the brake frimly as soon as you notice the blowout II. Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
B. II only -
- 17.
Studies have shown that under normal conditions, the chance of a car being involved in an accident on an interstate highway is greater if the driver:
- A.
Maintains a steady speed
- B.
Travels considererably below the posted speed limit
- C.
Travels at the posted speed limit
- D.
Maintains his position relative to cars in front and behind him in his lane
Correct Answer
B. Travels considererably below the posted speed limit -
- 18.
A driver's physical and mental faculties are affected by the consumption of alcohol. Which of the following statements is (are) correct?I. Research shows that accidents increase when the alcohol leve is .05%II. At .10% the risk of causing a fatal crash is seven times greater than if you had nothing to drink
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
A. I only -
- 19.
The most frequent type of accident on interstate highways is:
- A.
Running off the road
- B.
Sideswipe collision
- C.
Head-on collision
- D.
Rear-end collision
Correct Answer
D. Rear-end collision -
- 20.
If your car runs off the edge of the pavement at 40 mph, you should:
- A.
Take your foot off the gas pedal gradually
- B.
Apply the brake firmly and steer straight ahead
- C.
Shift quickly to a lower gear
- D.
Cut the wheels sharply to the left
Correct Answer
A. Take your foot off the gas pedal gradually -
- 21.
If you miss your exist on an interstate highway, you can do which of the following?I. Go on to the next exitII. Make a U-turn
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Either I or II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
A. I only -
- 22.
The basic rule(s) for backing your vehicle are:I. Look behind vehicle for objects or children, back slowly and not more than 10 mphII. Get a full view behind, steer with left hand and look over right shoulder through the back window
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 23.
If your car breaks down on a highway at night, you should:I Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle or antennaII. Switch on the parking lights or emergency flashers
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 24.
To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should: I. Use a lower gearII. Drive in a zigzag pattern
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
A. I only -
- 25.
When you are walking at night along a road without sidewalks, you should:I. Wear or carry something whiteII. Walk on the left side of the road facing traffic
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 26.
A car that pitches and tossess in normal driving and leans heavily to the side in turns is likely to have trouble in which of the following systems?
- A.
Brake
- B.
Suspension
- C.
Ignition
- D.
Steering
Correct Answer
B. Suspension -
- 27.
If you miss your exist on an interstate highway, you may do which of the following?I. Make a U-turnII. Stop and back up
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Either I or II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
D. Neither I nor II -
- 28.
Which of the following statements about pedestrian deaths is (are) correct?I. In cities, 2 out of 5 people killed in motor vehicle accidents are pedestriansII. Most of the pedestrians killed in all traffic accidents are teenagers
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I or II
Correct Answer
A. I only -
- 29.
Which of the following statements is (are) true concerning use of fraudulent identification to purchase alcoholic beverages?I. Conviction will require a one-year driver license revocationII. Conviction will require a six-month driver license suspension and thirty-day active prison sentence
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Either I or II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
A. I only -
- 30.
When driving on a long trip, you should:
- A.
Rest your eyes from time to time by rubbing them
- B.
Keep your eyes on the center of the road straight ahead
- C.
At least every 100 miles, stop, get out of car and move around
- D.
Spend as much time looking in your mirrors as you do looking in front of you
Correct Answer
C. At least every 100 miles, stop, get out of car and move around -
- 31.
When a driver has a total of 7 points, which of the following may happen?I. The driver can have 3 points deducted if he satisfactorily completes a Driver Improvement ClinicII. The driver can be required to file proof of financial responsibility
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
A. I only -
- 32.
Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard?I. Driving at a high speedII. Driving at a slow speed
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
B. II only -
- 33.
All of the following automatically result in a loss of licence EXCEPT:
- A.
Conviction for reckless driving
- B.
Conviction for prearranged racing with another car
- C.
Conviction for impaired driving
- D.
Driver's refusal to take a blood or breath test
Correct Answer
A. Conviction for reckless driving -
- 34.
A driver involved in an accident should do which of the following?I. Make an immediate report to the nearest law enforcement agencyII. Exchange necessary information with other parties involved
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 35.
When rounding a sharp curve, you should:I. Slow down before you enter the curveII. Apply your brake in the sharpest part of the curve
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
A. I only -
- 36.
If a person is convicted of aiding, abetting, or permitting an underaged person to use fraudulent identification to buy alcoholic beverages, the DMV must:
- A.
Send a letter of warning
- B.
Place the individual on probation for six months
- C.
Suspend his driver's license for 30 days
- D.
Revoke his driver's license for one year
Correct Answer
D. Revoke his driver's license for one year -
- 37.
When driving in heavy city traffic, you should:I. Watch out for drivers who make quick stopsII. Watch for traffic coming from side streets
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 38.
Before changing a flat tire, you should:I. Place the vehicle in neutral gearII. Let passengers stay in car
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
D. Neither I nor II -
- 39.
Which of the following is (are) true of a cloverleaf intersection?I. It is an intersection at which a bridge carries one road over the otherII. At a cloverleaf, all turns are right turns
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 40.
The basic rule(s) for changing lanes is (are):
- A.
Signal your intention in advance
- B.
Check both sides and rearview mirrors
- C.
Check blind spots by looking over shoulder
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above -
- 41.
If your car breaks down on the highway at night, you should:I. Park the car completely off the roadII. Turn on the high-beam lights
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
A. I only -
- 42.
If you are convicted of littering in North Carolina, which of the following penalties is (are) correct?
- A.
A fine up to $1,000
- B.
Suspension of driver license for 30 days
- C.
Any passenger could be held liable
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. A fine up to $1,000 -
- 43.
Night driving is more dangerous than daytime because:I. Headlights of other cars cause glareII. You cannot see as well at night
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 44.
As you approach an intersection to make a right turn, you should turn on your car's right turn signal and:I. Steer slightly toward the center of the road to give yourself room to clear the cornerII. Hold your arm straight out the window
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
A. I only -
- 45.
Chances of being in an accident have increased because of:
- A.
Inexperienced drivers
- B.
Drivers not in good physical condition
- C.
Driving when not fully alert
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
C. Driving when not fully alert -
- 46.
Wet brakes can be dried out by:I. turn on the heaterII. Apply light pressure to the brake pedal
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
B. II only -
- 47.
Which of the following statements about speed limits for cars in North Carolina is (are) correct?I. The speed limit inside a city is 25 mph unless otherwise postedII. The speed limit outside a city is 55 mph unless otherwise posted
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
B. II only -
- 48.
If you are walking along a road at night, you should:I. Walk on the right-hand side with the trafficII. Wear or carry something white
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 49.
Which of the following statements is (are) correct concerning most bicycle accidents?I. Most occur in residential areasII. Most occur on Saturday during daylight hours
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
- 50.
What should you do when you begin to skid?I. Turn the steering wheel in the direction in which the rear end of the car is skiddingII. Reduce pressure on the gas pedal
- A.
I only
- B.
II only
- C.
Both I and II
- D.
Neither I nor II
Correct Answer
C. Both I and II -
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