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Nc drivers dmv quiz

Total questions: 84

Worksheet time: 42mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A drivers license is required for the following

a)

A - Sitting in the drivers seat of a car while the engine is running

b)

B - Steering a car while it is being pushed or towed by another vehicle

c)

Both A and B

d)

Neither A nor B

2.

If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test the division of motor vehicles must :

a)

Place the driver on probation

b)

Wait for a court decision before taking action

c)

Assign the driver to the driver improvement clinic

d)

Revoke the drivers license for at least 12 months

3.

Which if the following happen(s) Under the point system ?

a)

a- A driver is sent a warning letter when he/she Gets 4 points within 3 years

b)

B- The driver can have 3 points deducted if he / she satisfactorily completes a drivers improvement clinic

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

4.

When a driver has a total of 7 points , which of the following may happen ?

a)

A - the driver can be required to file proof of financial responsibility

b)

B- the driver can have 3 points deducted if he / she satisfactorily completes a driver improvement clinic

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

5.

Conviction for which if the following carries the highest numbers of points ?

a)

A - reckless driving

b)

B- hit and run with property damage

c)

C - driving without a license

d)

D - passing a stopped school bus unloading children

6.

A driver will lose his/her license if he / she is convicted of

a)

driving without a license

b)

Passing a stopped school bus

c)

Failing to yield the right - of - way

d)

Speeding more than 75 mph in a 55 mph zone

7.

To get a revoked driver license restored , a person must do which of the following ?

a)

A - Obtain permission from the driver license section in Raleigh to reapply for a license

b)

B- go to a driver license office , pay a restoration fee , and reapply for a license

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

8.

Roughly half of all traffic fatalities involve which if the following ?

a)

A - a drunken person

b)

B - more than one car

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

9.

The percentage of highway deaths caused by drunken persons is about :

a)

10%

b)

25%

c)

50%

d)

67%

10.

Which of the following Statements About pedestrians deaths is correct ?

a)

A - In cities , 2 out of 5 people killed in motor vehicle accidents Are pedestrians

b)

B- most of the pedestrians killed in all traffic accidents are teenagers

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

11.

When you are walking at night along a road without sidewalks , you should do which if the following

a)

A - walk on the left , facing traffic

b)

B- Keep your back to oncoming traffic

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

12.

If you approach an intersection where there are no traffic lights / signs and a pedestrian is attempting to cross your path , who has the right - of - way

a)

The pedestrian

b)

The driver of the car

c)

No one

d)

Whoever reaches the intersection first

13.

If you are walking along a road at night , what should you do ?

a)

a- walk on the right - hand Side with the traffic

b)

B- Wear or carry something white

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

14.

A safe driver dose which of the following ?

a)

Watches the side of the road over the hood to stay in line

b)

Frequently checks the rear - view and side mirrors

c)

Drink coffee while driving at night to stay alert

d)

Keep 2 car lengths between his/her car and the next car in the expressway

15.

As you approach an intersection to make a right turn , you should turn on your right turn signal and do which of the following

a)

A - Steer slightly towards the center of the road to give yourself room to clear the corner

b)

B- hold you arm Straight out the window

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

16.

If you begin to feel sleepy while driving on a long trip , you should do which if the following ?

a)

A- open a window or vent to let in fresh air

b)

B- increase your speed

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

17.

When driving in a long trip you should :

a)

Rest your eyes from time to time by rubbing them

b)

Avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds

c)

Keep your eyes on the center of the road straight ahead

d)

Spend as much time looking in your mirrors as you do looking in front of you

18.

In order to avoid being hit in the rear by another vehicle , you should do which of the following ?

a)

A- drive cautiously and use your brakes often

b)

B- Check your rear - view mirrors often

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

19.

Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard ?

a)

A - Middle - age drivers

b)

B- Slow drivers

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

20.

Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which if the following situations ?

a)

A- just after passing the crest of a hill

b)

B - just after rounding a curve

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

21.

Which statement(s) concerning speed limits on the open road in North Carolina is correct ?

a)

A- unless otherwise posted , the speed limit for passenger cars and pickup trucks is 65 mph

b)

B- the speed limit for a school activity bus is 35mph

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

22.

Which of the following statement(s) about speed limit for cars in North Carolina is correct ?

a)

A- The speed limit outside a city is 55 mph unless otherwise posted

b)

B- the speed limit inside a city is 25 mph unless otherwise posted

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

23.

Which if the following statements about speed limits in North Carolina is correct ?

a)

A- unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is 35mph

b)

B- unless otherwise posted , the speed limit for a school activity bus is 25mph

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

24.

When rounding a curve , a car tends to

a)

Speed up

b)

Move to the inside of the Curve

c)

Stay In The center Of the lane

d)

Move to the outside of the curve

25.

When rounding a sharp curve , you should do which of the following ?

a)

A - stay as far to the left of your lane as possible

b)

B - brake in the sharpest part of the curve

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

26.

The driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do the following :

a)

Use a lower gear

b)

Pump the brakes when reaching the curve

c)

Brake firmly and steadily going

d)

Speed up slightly on the curve to maintain control of the truck

27.

If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two-lane road , you should do which of the following ?

a)

A- Sound you horn to signal your intention to the driver of the car ahead

b)

B- give a left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

28.

To reduce speed while going down a steep hill you should do which of the following ?

a)

A- Use a lower gear

b)

B- drive in a zigzag pattern

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

29.

Passing on the right is legal on which if the following ?

a)

A- a 4-lane highway with 2-lanes going in each direction

b)

B - on a one - way street

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

30.

When backing your car , you should do which of the following?

a)

A- move at no more than 10mph

b)

B- keep both hands on the steering wheel

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

31.

Accidents occur most frequently at which if the following

a)

Curves

b)

Hills

c)

Narrow bridges

d)

Intersections

32.

Picture

a)

Car a

b)

Car b

c)

Car c

d)

Car d

33.

Highways accidents occurs most frequently

a)

Oh hills

b)

On curves

c)

At intersections

d)

On bridges

34.

three vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection , car a is on the right of car b . Car c is on the left of car B . In which order should the cars pass through the intersection

a)

Car a , car b , car c

b)

Car b , car a , car c

c)

Car c , car a , car b

d)

Car b , car c , car a

35.

Picture

a)

Driver of car 1 only

b)

Driver of car 2 only

c)

Pedestrians only

d)

Driver of car 1 and the pedestrian

36.

Picture

a)

To car A only

b)

To car A and then Car B

c)

To car B and Then car A

d)

To car B

37.

If you come to an unmarked intersection where it is hard to see in all directions because of trees or building , you should

a)

Drive at the posted speed limit

b)

Stop near the center of the intersection and continue if it is safe

c)

Slow down and sound your horn to warn drivers who cannot see you

d)

Stop at the intersection and move forward slowly

38.

When driving on a city street , you should watch out for which of the following?

a)

A- Traffic Coming from side streets

b)

B- animals or small children darting from between parked cars

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

39.

When driving in heavy traffic you should do which of the following

a)

Watch out for drivers who make quick stops

b)

yield to pedestrians only at marked crosswalks

c)

Both a and B

d)

neither A nor b

40.

If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an intersection you should

a)

Go to the next intersection and turn there

b)

Back up and move into the correct lane for turning

c)

Wait until all other cars have cleared the intersection and turn

d)

Signal the driver in the car beside you that you intend to turn in front of them

41.

The most frequent type of accidents on an interstate highway is

a)

A sideswipe collision

b)

running off the road

c)

A rear end collision

d)

A head on collision

42.

When taking a long trip on an interstate highway you should plan on doing which of the following

a)

Stop every 100 miles at a rest area

b)

Schedule some hours of night driving to avoid heavy traffic

c)

Both A and b

d)

neither a nor b

43.

You are driving on an interstate highway when A break down forces you to the shoulder you should

a)

Sit in the car until help arrives

b)

Tie A handkerchief. To the left door handle and stand beside the left front fender

c)

Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left front door handle

d)

Raise the hood and stand behind the car so drivers of oncoming cars can see you

44.

q, 60 - when changing a flat tire you should do which of the following

a)

Put a vehicle in neutral gear

b)

block the wheels

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

45.

If your car breaks down on the highway at night what should you do

a)

Park The car completely off the road

b)

Turn on the highbeam lights

c)

Both a and B

d)

Neither a nor b

46.

If your car breaks down on a highway at night you should do which of the following

a)

A-Raise the hood And tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle

b)

B-Switch on the park lights

c)

both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

47.

If your vehicle has ran off the road onto the shoulder you should

a)

Chef quickly into a lower gear

b)

Break with heavy constant pressure

c)

Apply the emergency brake

d)

Take your foot off the gas pedal gradually

48.

Skids are likely to occur on which of the following roads

a)

One On which snow has become packed

b)

One that had just been paved

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

49.

If you have to come to a stop on an icy road your car is not equipped with ABS brakes you should

a)

Use your parking brake

b)

Put the brake on hard

c)

Apply the break in short hard jabs

d)

Pump the brake pedal lately

50.

What should you do when you begin to skid?

a)

Turn the steering wheel while in the direction in which the rear end of the car is skidding

b)

Reduce pressure on the gas pedal

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

51.

A driver who is involved in an accident should do which of the following

a)

A- make an immediate report to the nearest law enforcement agency

b)

Notify his insurance company

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

52.

A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection means which of the following

a)

A- slow down and proceed with caution

b)

Stop only if it’s necessary to yield The right- of- way

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

53.

A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection Means

a)

No right turn

b)

Yield the right of away

c)

No left turn

d)

Slow down and proceed with caution

54.

A diamond shape sign would be used to warn drivers of which of the following driving hazards

a)

A railroad crossing

b)

A deer crossing

c)

Both a and B

d)

Neither a nor b

55.

A diamond shape traffic sign means

a)


No left turn

b)


Come to a full stop.

c)

Yield the right away

d)

Slow down and drive with care

56.

When you can disregard a signal given by a police officer directing traffic

a)

And emergency vehicle is approaching

b)

The officer signal is in conflict with a traffic signal

c)

Both a and B

d)


Neither a nor b

57.

What is the main color for signs and Highway work zones

a)

red

b)

White

c)

Orange

d)

Green

58.

When does the law of a blind pedestrian special consideration at intersections where there are no traffic lights

a)

A- Only when he is alone

b)


B- If he holds out a white cane or has a guide dog with him

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

59.

Which of the following statements about bicycle riders is correct

a)

They must ride their bicycles facing traffic

b)

They are likely to be seriously injured in Almost any collision with a car

c)


Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

60.

In North Carolina which of the following is required on all cars

a)


license plate lights

b)

courtesy lights

c)

Fender lights

d)

Backup lights

61.

Your brakes need checking if

a)

There is a strong smell of gasoline in a car

b)


The engine stalls at stop lights

c)

Light gust of wind make the car difficult to control

d)


There’s a squeaking noise when you step on the break pedal

62.

Which of the following statements about horns and sirens is / are correct

a)

A- every license motor vehicle must have a horn

b)

Only law-enforcement and emergency vehicles may have sirens

c)

Both a and b

d)

neither a nor b

63.

Every motor vehicle must be equipped with

a)

A muffler

b)


4- ply tires

c)

Mud guards

d)

Shoulder harnesses

64.

The system that carries harmful fumes from the engine to the rear of the car and releases them is called the The system that carries harmful fumes from the engine to the rear of the car and releases them is called the

a)

ignition system

b)

Fuel system

c)

Suspension system

d)

Exhaust system

65.

A leaky exhaust storm should be repaired because it

a)

Waste gas and oil

b)


Causes the engine to run hot

c)

May allow dangerous fumes to enter the car

d)

Makes the engine hard to start and likely to stall

66.

A car of the pictures and horses in normal driving in leans heavily to the side interns is likely to have trouble in which of the following systems

a)

ignition

b)

Steering

c)

Brake

d)

Suspension

67.

Which traffic is required to stop if a school bus makes a passenger stop in the far right lane on a 5 Lane St.

a)

All lanes of traffic

b)

Lanes going in the same direction as a school bus

c)


Going in the opposite direction of the bus

d)

Turning Lane only

68.

The maximum speed limit for a full size public school bus in North Carolina is

a)

55mph

b)

45mph

c)

35mph

d)

25mph

69.

Which of the following statements is false

a)


A heavier person has to ingest more alcohol than a lighter person to reach the same blood alcohol content

b)

A heavier person can eliminate alcohol faster than a lighter person

c)

If two persons drink at the same speed the heavier person will need longer to reach the same blood alcohol concentration

d)

I have your person needs to drink more than a lighter person because alcohol mixes with the body fluids obviously have your person has more body fluids than a lighter person

70.

A person who has been drinking but not reached 0.08 can we assume that he/she can you drive safely

a)

Yes if the driver eat before drinking

b)

Yes if the driver is a heavy person

c)

No because even smaller amounts can affect judgment

d)

Yes if the driver is not too tired

71.

What happens if you drink alcohol and take medicine at the same time

a)

Medication always cancels the effects of alcohol

b)

Alcohol always cancels the effect of medication

c)

Both may combine and have unpredictable effects

d)

There is no scientific evidence that it changes anything

72.

What should you do if a doctor prescribe you some medication but you must drive

a)

Ask the doctor whether you can drive or not

b)

Check your reactions as you drive and be ready to stop if you feel affected

c)

Bring an antidote to cancel the affect of the drug

d)

Do not worry ; prescribe drugs never affect driving

73.

Can you be prosecuted in a criminal court of law if you are intercepted As you are driving under the influence of a prescribed a medication

a)

Not if you bring the prescription with you

b)


Yes the law requires you to be in full control of yourself when you drive

c)

no if Something Happens the doctor will be prosecuted

d)

No as long as you do not reach 0.08

74.

Is it true that coffee can neutralize the effect of alcohol

a)

Yes absolutely

b)

no only the liver can eliminate alcohols

c)

Yes if you drink it black and without sugar

d)

Yes if you can take a cold shower

75.

What is one of the effects of alcohol on the drivers eyes ?

a)

The eyes scan very actively

b)

the eyes tend to stare at a point

c)

The eyes notice better motions on the sides

d)

The eyes catch very early other drivers mistakes

76.

Which one contains more alcohol

a)

12 ounces of beer (360 ml)

b)

4 ounces of wine (150 ml)

c)

1.5 ounces of spirits (45 ml)

d)

They all have the same amount ; .6 of an ounce (18 ml) of alcohol

77.

What is the effect of food when you drink alcohol

a)

There are no effects

b)

there are no measurable effects

c)

Of you eat before drinking , alcohol enters the blood stream at a slower pace

d)

It neutralizes the effects of alcohol

78.

Where dose alcohol tend to concentrate more

a)

In the heart

b)

In the brain

c)

In the leg muscles

d)

In the chest

79.

If a law-enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused A legal chemical test the division of motor vehicles must

a)

Place the diver in probation

b)

Wait for a court decision before taking action

c)

Assigned the driver to The driver improvement clinic

d)

Revoke the drivers license for at least 12 months

80.

A 20 year old driver is convicted of driving after drinking alcohol

a)


A - Here she gets a one-year revocation

b)

Both a and b

c)

B - here she is in prison for 14 days

d)

Neither a nor b

81.

What happens if a driver refuses to take a chemical test

a)

A - He she gets a immediate 30 day revocation

b)

B-DMV adds an extra 12 months DMV adds an extra 12 months revocation r

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

82.

Happens if a driver is convicted of DWI while his or her license has already been revoked for a prior DWI

a)

A- This person‘s car maybe seized sold

b)

He or she may be imprisoned

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a nor b

83.

A driver was convicted of a second DWI three years ago he or she gets convicted of DWI again

a)

A-yeah she gets a permanent revocation

b)

B-He or she is in prison for 14 days to 24months

c)

Both a and b

d)

nether a nor b

84.

A person has been convicted of DWI for the fourth time in seven years

a)


a-This person may be in prison for 1 to 3 years

b)


B-this person can only get a restricted license

c)

Both a and b

d)

Neither a or b