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WorksheetsDriving Safety and Regulations
Total questions: 91
Worksheet time: 46mins
In densely packed snow you should...
turn off your headlights
use chains or snow tires
increase your speed
use regular tires
If you must drive during heavy snow or fog, use your....
low-beam headlights
parking lights
four-way flashers
high beam headlights
Alcohol-related highway deaths account for...
25% of all traffic fatalities
15% of all traffic fatalities
38% of all traffic fatalities
50% of all traffic fatalities
Alcohol-related highway deaths account for...
25% of all traffic fatalities
15% of all traffic fatalities
38% of all traffic fatalities
50% of all traffic fatalities
A driver will lose his or her license if he or she is convicted of...
exceeding 40 mph in a 30 mph zone
speeding more than 65 mph in a 50 mph zone
speeding more than 70 mph in a 55 mph zone
driving more than 60 mph in a 45 mph zone
The traffic conviction that adds the highest number of points (5) to your driving record is....
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passing a stopped school bus that is loading or unloading children
Secondary roads are roads where...
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hills are more likely to be steeper and curves are likely to be sharper than on primary roads
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in cities and towns is...
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35 miles an hour
To have a revoked driver license restored, you must...
visit a driver license office, pay a restoration fee, and reapply for a license
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When three vehicles reach a 4-way stop at the same, the right of way belongs to...
the car on the right
the car on the left
all the cars
who ever stops first
If a vehicle sways freely, leans heavily to one side during a turn or seems to bounce continuously, there may be a problem with the...
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suspension system
If you experience a breakdown, you should...
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call a law enforcement officer
To maintain a safe driving distance between your car and the car in front of you, you should use the:
1-second rule
2-second rule
5-second rule
10-second rule
If you take any medication before you drive, you should...
ignore the instructions and drive as usual
only drive at night
check the medication's side effects and warnings
double your speed to reach your destination faster
Before passing another vehicle, you should:
honk your horn and speed up immediately
look ahead to ensure there is enough room to pass
flash your headlights at the vehicle in front
pass without checking the road ahead
When driving down a very steep hill, what is the safest way to control your speed?
Coast in neutral
Press the accelerator
Turn off your engine
Shift into a lower gear
When travelling on rural highways, farm equipment usually:
travels much slower than regular traffic
travels at high speeds
is not allowed on the road
always travels at night
When approaching a traffic circle (roundabout), you should:
Stop in the middle of the circle
Honk your horn before entering
Enter the circle without slowing down
Yield to vehicles already in the circle
If you are involved in a traffic crash, what is the first thing you should do?
Leave the scene to find help
Wait for someone else to report the crash
Drive away if no one is injured
Immediately call a law enforcement officer
In city traffic, you should always be prepared to:
be alert for drivers who make quick stops
Drive at the maximum speed limit
Ignore traffic signals
Use your horn frequently
Truckers have serious _____ into which cars can disappear from view. What is the correct term to fill in the blank?
horns
mirrors
headlights
blind spots
Unless there is a sign indicating no turn on red, you can turn right on red...
Only during daylight hours
Anytime, without stopping
Only when there is a sign permitting it
after stopping and making sure that the turn can be made safely
For any underage person who aids or abets another attempting to purchase any alcoholic beverage, the law requires...
No penalty
Community service
A fine only
One-year driver license revocation
Your driver license will be revoked immediately if your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is at least:
0.08 percent
0.10 percent
0.05 percent
0.02 percent
When approaching a road that is blocked from view, you should:
Speed up and cross quickly
Ignore the blockage and turn around
Stop and proceed with caution
Honk your horn and continue
Defensive drivers check their rear view mirror and side mirrors roughly every:
30 seconds
10 seconds
5 seconds
2 seconds
If you are driving at 45 miles per hour, how far ahead should you signal before turning?
50 feet
200 feet
500 feet
100 feet
If you are not in the correct lane to make a turn, what should you do?
Reverse to get into the proper lane
Continue to the next intersection and turn there
Stop and wait for traffic to clear
Make the turn from your current lane
What is the most common type of accident on highways?
Head-on collision
Rear-end collision
Single vehicle crash
Side-swipe accident
When driving behind another vehicle at night, you should:
Use your high beams
Turn off your headlights
Use your low beams
Flash your headlights
What should you do to dry wet brakes after driving through water?
Speed up to dry them faster
Turn off the engine and let them air dry
Stop immediately and wait for them to dry
Gently apply the brakes while driving slowly
What does 'Don't hang out in the No zone' mean when driving near large trucks?
Do not overtake trucks on the right
Do not drive in truckers' blind spots
Do not use your horn near trucks
Do not follow trucks too closely
When approaching a railroad crossing, what is the safest action to take?
Honk your horn and proceed
Ignore warning signals
Slow down and prepare to stop
Speed up and cross quickly
When you approach a red arrow in a turning lane, what should you do?
Proceed through the intersection without stopping
Stop only if you are in the turning lane
Stop in all lanes regardless of the arrow
Ignore the red arrow and turn
As a pedestrian walking alongside the road at night, what is the safest action to take?
Walk without any reflective or light-colored clothing
Carry or wear something white to increase visibility
Walk in the middle of the road
Only walk during daylight hours
When should you use high beam headlights while driving on a highway?
When driving on a highway and no car is approaching
When following another vehicle closely
When driving in heavy fog
When another car is approaching
Slippery roads are most likely to occur when:
The road is dry and clear
It has been raining for several hours
The sun is shining brightly
It has just begun to drizzle or rain
When traveling behind a slow-moving farm vehicle on a two-lane road, what is the safest action to take?
Honk your horn and force the vehicle to speed up
Wait until the farm vehicle pulls over to the side, then pass with caution
Drive closely behind to encourage the driver to move faster
Pass immediately, regardless of oncoming traffic
Why is it important to be cautious when driving near large trucks?
They have large blind spots to the side and rear
They always drive below the speed limit
They never use turn signals
They are not allowed on highways
When preparing to make a right-hand turn, what should you do?
Turn on your turn signal and approach the right-hand side of the road
Move to the left side of the road before turning
Speed up and turn without signaling
Stop in the middle of the intersection before turning
What is a 'shoulder check' when driving?
Looking at your speedometer
A quick glance over your shoulder in the direction you intend to turn or change lanes
Adjusting your seatbelt
Checking your tires before a trip
What should you do if you feel tired while driving on a long trip?
Open the windows and keep driving
Drink coffee and continue driving
Stop and rest
Turn up the radio and keep going
When following a car at night, how can you tell if the road ahead is bumpy?
By checking your GPS
By watching the tail-lights of the car in front
By looking at the road signs
By listening for bumps
Which of the following statements is true about pedestrian fatalities in city car crashes?
3 out of 5 people killed are pedestrians
All people killed are pedestrians
1 out of 5 people killed are pedestrians
2 out of 5 people killed are pedestrians
What should you do before entering a curve while driving?
Slow down before entering the curve
Speed up before entering the curve
Maintain your current speed
Honk your horn before entering the curve
When parking your car facing downhill, where should you turn your front wheels?
It does not matter
Away from the curb
Towards the curb
Straight ahead
What does a circular orange caution sign typically indicate?
School zone ahead
Railroad crossing
Construction zone
Yield to oncoming traffic
Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit outside city limits?
55 mph
45 mph
35 mph
65 mph
At an intersection without traffic lights, who has the right of way?
The vehicle turning left
The vehicle going straight
The pedestrian
The vehicle turning right
Where is it especially dangerous to drive very slowly?
In a residential neighborhood
In a parking lot
When you have just passed the crest of a hill
On a straight, flat road
Under the point system, how many points within 3 years may cause a driver to lose his or her license?
12 points
15 points
9 points
6 points
A driver will lose his or her license if convicted of which of the following?
Driving without headlights during the day
Driving 60 mph in a 55 mph zone
Speeding more than 70 mph in a 55 mph zone
Parking in a no-parking zone
If a driver refuses to take a chemical test when requested by law enforcement, what is the likely consequence?
The driver's license may be immediately revoked for 12 months
The driver will receive a warning
The driver will be fined but keep their license
No action will be taken
What does it mean if the solid yellow line is on your side of the road and a dotted yellow line is on the other side?
You may cross to the left for passing
Vehicles on the other side may not pass
You are not allowed to cross to the left for passing
Both sides may pass
If your brakes fail while driving, what should you do first?
Honk your horn and continue driving
Turn off the engine immediately
Accelerate to gain control
Shift into a lower gear and apply the emergency brake
As you approach a railroad crossing, what should you do?
Slow down, keep alert, and watch for the railroad crossing signal
Stop only if you see a train
Speed up to cross quickly
Ignore any signals and proceed
When merging onto the interstate, what is the correct procedure?
Wait for all cars to pass before merging
Use the acceleration lane to match the speed of traffic and merge safely
Stop at the end of the acceleration lane
Merge at any speed
Question about faulty mufflers and exhaust systems
Decreased tire pressure
Louder engine noise only
Reduced fuel efficiency
A leak in the exhaust system can allow poisonous carbon monoxide gas to enter the passenger compartment of the car
Why is it important to regularly check the air pressure in your vehicle's tires?
To improve radio reception
for safe driving and fuel economy, tires should have the right amount of air
To increase engine power
To make the car look cleaner
Where do most bicycle accidents typically occur?
On highways
In residential areas
In parking garages
At shopping malls
If your car begins to skid, what should you do?
Accelerate quickly
Brake hard and hold the wheel straight
Turn the steering wheel in the same direction the rear of your car is going
Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the skid
What best describes a bike rider in traffic?
He does not need to follow traffic rules
He is less likely to be injured in a collision with a car
He is always protected by safety barriers
He is likely to sustain severe injuries when struck by a car
What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?
Proceed with caution without stopping
Slow down and yield to traffic
Stop and do not proceed until you can enter the intersection without interfering with approaching traffic
Speed up to clear the intersection quickly
When a car is approaching you with full beam headlights on at night, what should you do?
Look directly at the headlights
Flash your own headlights at the car
Look straight ahead and avoid looking at the car
Close your eyes until the car passes
In North Carolina, when is a driver's license required?
Only when driving during the day
When sitting in the driver's seat of a vehicle with the motor running
Only when parked on public roads
Only when driving on highways
If you are caught driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in North Carolina, what will happen to your license?
You will receive a warning
You will be allowed to keep driving
No action will be taken
Your license will be suspended
At what time are bicycle accidents most likely to occur?
Wednesday at noon
Saturday at dusk
Friday night
Monday morning
What is the minimum fine for littering on a public highway?
$1,000
$500
$250
$100
What is the maximum speed limit on all highways unless otherwise posted?
70 mph
65 mph
60 mph
55 mph
Studies show that the most hazardous of all drivers and the cause for most number of accidents are...
They are easier to overtake
They help prevent accidents
They always follow traffic rules
slow drivers
What is one effective way to avoid a rear-end collision?
Speed up when approaching intersections
Ignore traffic signals
Drive as close as possible to the car in front
Check your mirrors often and maintain a safe following distance
Where do most vehicle crashes tend to occur?
On rural roads
In parking lots
At intersections
On straight highways
Which of the following offenses does NOT typically result in a suspension of your driver's license?
Driving under the influence
Reckless driving
Failure to pay child support
Accumulating excessive points
When driving through a curve and you cannot see oncoming traffic, what should you do?
Turn off your headlights
Blow your horn to alert other drivers
Speed up to clear the curve quickly
Drive in the center of the road
How often should you inspect your vehicle to ensure it is in safe operating condition?
Only when you notice a problem
Every 12 months
Every 24 months
Every 6 months
What should you do when you approach a yellow flashing traffic light?
Speed up to clear the intersection quickly
Stop completely before proceeding
Ignore the light and continue as normal
Proceed with caution without stopping
When you encounter a flashing red traffic light, what is the correct action?
Slow down and proceed without stopping
Stop completely, then proceed when safe
Speed up to clear the intersection
Ignore the light and continue driving
If you experience a flat tire while driving, what should you do first?
Accelerate to try to fix the tire
Move your car to the side of the road safely
Stop immediately in the middle of the road
Continue driving until you reach your destination
When approaching a blind intersection, what is the safest action to take?
Stop and look both ways before entering
Slow down and proceed without stopping
Speed up to cross quickly
Honk your horn and continue driving
What is a likely consequence if you are caught driving while impaired?
No action will be taken
You will be required to take a driving test
You will receive a warning only
Your license will be suspended
Why should you be especially alert when driving on country roads?
There are no intersections
Slow moving farm machinery may be using the roads
All vehicles travel at high speeds
There are more traffic lights
If your vehicle breaks down on a highway, what is the safest action to take?
Stay in your vehicle and wait for help in the driving lane
Raise the hood, move your vehicle as far off the road as possible, and stay away from traffic
Stand behind your vehicle to warn other drivers
Try to fix your car in the middle of the road
When driving through a construction zone, you should:
Drive in the opposite lane to avoid the construction
Stop your vehicle and wait for instructions
Keep with the pace of traffic unless otherwise directed by signs or workers
Ignore all posted signs and speed up
What is the best way to drive safely in snowy conditions?
Only use your high-beam headlights
Drive at the posted speed limit regardless of conditions
Use cruise control to maintain speed
Drive at a slower speed and increase your following distance
When changing lanes, what is the most important action to take before moving your vehicle?
Change lanes without checking for other vehicles
Speed up quickly to make the lane change
Check your mirrors and observe vehicles in adjoining lanes
Only use your turn signal without looking
What does a yellow circle with a large X extending to the sides of the circle indicate?
School zone ahead
Hospital zone
Railroad crossing
No parking zone
A blank white square with a black border is used to indicate which type of traffic sign?
Speed limit sign
Yield sign
Stop sign
Warning sign
What does an orange triangle on its side, pointing to the right, typically indicate?
Stop sign
No passing zone
School zone
Yield ahead
Which traffic sign is represented by an inverted red triangle with a white center?
No passing zone
Stop sign
Yield sign
Warning sign
If you accumulate 7 or more points on your traffic record, what can you do to reduce your points?
Apply for a new license
Attend a Driver Improvement Clinic
Pay a fine
Ignore the points
If you run off the side of the road, you should...
gradually take your foot off the gas pedal
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