DMV Permit Test NC

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How much clearance space is required between your vehicle and the vehicle you are passing before you return to the lane?

At least two feet

When does the law say you are required to use your headlights?

From sunset to sunrise
When visibility is 400 feet or less

What type of auto insurance coverage must you have to drive a vehicle in North Carolina?

Liability coverage

How long after moving to North Carolina are you required to obtain a driver's license?

60 days

What is the penalty for the first suspension if your driver license is suspended under the points system?

Your license will be taken away for 60 days

What is the hand signal for a left turn?

Put left hand and arm straight out, keeping hand and arm still

What should you do to signal an approaching vehicle to dim their headlights when driving at night?

Flash your high beams once

What is the proper response to a blown tire?

Steer straight
Take your foot off the gas, do not use brakes

If you change your name or address, you must notify the DMV within how many days?

60 days

What are some bad habits that could distract drivers from paying attention to the road and their surroundings?

Talking to passengers
Driving while talking on a cell phone
Driving while eating or drinking
Changing radio stations or CDs

Drinking And Driving: At what Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) are you considered impaired?

.08

If you are convicted of DWI while your license is revoked for an earlier DWI conviction, the court may order your vehicle seized and sold. True or False?

True

The DMV can suspend your driver's license in which of the following situations?

Two convictions for speeding over 55 mph within one year
A conviction for speeding over 75 mph
A conviction for racing another vehicle

Can coffee, fresh air, or a shower help you sober up enough to drive safely?

No, only time can do this

What is the criteria to choose the best child safety seat?

It should be crash-tested
It should fit in your car

If you are driving on a two-lane roadway with a center turning lane, what are you required to do when a school bus stops for passengers?

All traffic in both directions must stop.

All vehicles, regardless of direction of travel, must yield right of way to an approaching emergency vehicle. When does this rule not apply?

This does not apply to vehicles traveling in the opposite direction of the emergency vehicle(s) when traveling on a four-lane limited- access highway with a center median

What should you NOT do if stopped by a law enforcement officer?

Move around the vehicle
Talk on cell phone
Exit the vehicle
Reach under the seats or open the glove box or center console when the officer is approaching the vehicle

When is it legal to drive on the left side of the road?

When passing another vehicle
When turning left

Unless posted, what is the speed limit in cities and towns?

35

Adjusting To Road Conditions: What is the correct way to navigate through a curve?

Slow before you enter the curve so you don't have to break in the curve

It is unsafe and usually illegal to pass another vehicle in which of the following locations?

At marked intersections in rural areas
On curves
Whenever there is a double-solid yellow line
At intersections

When two cars facing each other from opposite directions approach an intersection without traffic signs or signals, which of the following statements is correct?

If one car is going straight and the other is turning left, the one going straight has the right of way
Both cars can move straight ahead
Both cars can turn right

In which of the following areas is parking not allowed?

Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant
On the sidewalk
On a bridge, overpass or tunnel
In front of a doorway

When are you allowed to cross railroad tracks when the gates are lowered?

It is unlawful to move through a railroad crossing when the gates are lowered

What do flashing red lights on a crossbuck sign at a railroad crossing mean?

Stop

Should you maintain your speed or slow down when moving toward an exit ramp?

Do not slow down until you have moved onto the exit ramp

Which of the following should you do if you enter the highway headed in the wrong direction?

Pull over to the shoulder, when the way is clear, turn around and head in the proper direction

When are tires considered unsafe for the operation of the vehicle?

When they have visible tire separation
When they are worn smooth
When they have fabric showing
When they are overinflated

What is the hand signal for stop or slow down?

Put left hand and arm down, keeping hand and arm still

Tailgating: What should you do if a vehicle is following too closely behind you?

Move to another lane, signal the driver to pass you

What should you do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane?

Ease your foot off the gas
Steer straight

Should you use your high-beams or low-beams when driving in foggy conditions?

Use low beams, they won't cause glare or reflection that could impair visibility

What should you do if your brakes fail?

Apply the emergency brake
Move into a lower gear

What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?

Slow down
Proceed with caution

When are you allowed to park in a handicap parking space?

You can park in a handicap space if your vehicle has a handicap license plate, tag or sticker

What are green, brown or blue rectangular traffic signs used for?

Give information about locations and distances

True or false: You are allowed to use a center turn lane for passing

False, you are never allowed to use the center turn lane for passing

What does the law say about bicyclists on roadways?

Bicycles are considered the same as motor vehicles
Bicycles must obey the same traffic laws as cars

Which of the following is true about large trucks?

Trucks often appear to travel slower because of their large size

Rural Roads: True or false: Driving on rural roads is less dangerous than driving in heavy city traffic.

False, speeds on rural roads may be higher making them more dangerous
False, rural roads often do not have good lighting, making them more dangerous

Who must accompany a driver with a learner's permit?

A licensed driver at least 21 years old

Which of the following statements about letting someone else operate your vehicle is true?

It is illegal for anyone without a valid driver's license to drive on the road or highway

What should you do if a rear-end crash seems likely?

Change lanes if you can do so quickly
Press your head firmly against the head rest
Speed up immediately to get out the way
Be ready to apply your brakes

What should you do to control a vehicle in a skid?

Ease your foot off the gas
As soon as the vehicle's path begins to straighten, steer in the direction you want to go when the car straightens
Steer in the direction the rear of the vehicle is skidding

What is NC "Fender Bender" Law?

Move your vehicle to the shoulder of the road following minor, non-injury crashes

Which of these statements is true about driving and taking medications?

Most cold medications can make a person drowsy

Who is required to wear seat belts?

The driver and all passengers in the vehicle are required to wear seat belts, regardless of air bags

Can emotions like anger or depression affect your driving?

Yes, emotions can affect your driving

Must you always drive at the speed limit?

No, the speed limit just indicates how fast you're allowed to drive under favorable road conditions
No, sometimes road conditions require you to drive slower than the posted limit

if you have 7 points what must you do?

go to driver improvement clinic and it will deduct 3 points

1st suspension
2nd suspension
3rd suspension

60 days
6 months
12 months

if you're feeling tired while driving what should you do?

stop and rest

if you're driving a long distance what should you do?

get out of the car every 2 hours to stretch and walk

what percentage of fatalities involve alcohol?

38%

when should you get your car inspected?

every 12 months

"No Zone"

trucks blind spots where they can't see

if your car breaks down what should you do?

pull on the side of the road and raise hood

before passing into a lane what should you do?

look ahead and behind to determine when it's safe to pass

when backing up what should you do?

maintain a full view by what's behind the vehicle, steer with left hand, looking through the back window

if you have extreme trouble seeing what should you do?

pull far off the roadway

to get a good traction on hard-packed snow you should

get chains and snow tires

if your brakes are wet you should:

driving short distance and apply light pressure

if the gas pedal sticks you should:

tap gas pedal to try to un-stick, shift into neutral and apply firm pressure to the breaks, find a safe place to move vehicle

what does it mean when a car makes a loud noise and begins to swerve?

there's a blowout

if you're in a crash what should you do?

contact local police asap

if you're walking at night what should you do?

wear white, walk facing traffic, make yourself visible, use a flashlight

it is required for a license plate to be inspected in how many days?

10

if you refuse to take the chemical test when asked to determine your BAC what's the penalty?

12-month revocation by DMV and immediate revocation of your license for 30-days

if you get 12 penalty points within a 3 year period what happens?

license will be suspended

if you fail to stop and give aid when involved in an accident what's the penalty

license will be suspended for 1 year

what can pedestrians do crossing at intersections without traffic signals?

have right of way at marked and unmarked crosswalks

anti-lock braking system (ABS) when stopping you should:

brake hard, keep firm and steady pressure