NC DMV Learner's License and Motorcycle Test - Fill-in-the-Blank Flashcards

Fill-in-the-blank flashcards covering NC DMV learner's tests and motorcycle topics.

In densely packed snow you should __.

use chains or snow tires

If you must drive during heavy snow or fog, use your __.

low-beam headlights

Alcohol-related highway deaths account for __ of all traffic fatalities.

38%

If you accumulate 7 or more points on your traffic record you may __.

attend a Driver Improvement Clinic to deduct three points from your driving record

The traffic conviction that adds the highest number of points (5) to your driving record is __.

passing a stopped school bus that is loading or unloading children

"Secondary roads" are roads where __.

hills are steeper and curves are sharper than on primary roads

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in cities and towns is __.

35 mph

To have a revoked driver license restored, you must __.

visit a driver license office, pay a restoration fee, and reapply for a license

When three vehicles reach a 4-way stop at the same time, the right of way belongs to __.

the car on the right

If a vehicle sways freely, leans heavily to one side during a turn or bounces continuously, there may be a problem with the __.

suspension system

If you experience a breakdown, you should __.

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 two-second rule

If you take any medication before you drive, you should __.

find out what effect the medicine has

If you are planning a long road trip, you should __.

stop and rest every 100 miles

Before passing another vehicle, you should __.

look ahead to ensure that there is enough room for you to pass

When driving down a very steep hill, you should __.

shift into a lower gear to control your speed

If you run off the side of the road, you should __.

gradually take your foot off the gas pedal

When travelling on rural highways, farm equipment usually __.

max of 15-20 mph

If you are driving into a circle you should __.

yield to cars already in the circle

In city traffic, you should __.

be alert for drivers who make quick stops

Truckers have serious _____ into which cars can disappear from view.

blind spots

Unless there is a sign indicating no turn on red, you can turn right on red __.

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 __.

1 year driver license revocation

Your license will be revoked immediately if your blood alcohol concentration is at least __.

0.08%

When approaching a road that is blocked from view you should __.

stop and proceed with caution

If you plan to turn and are not in the proper lane to do so, you should __.

continue to the next intersection, then turn

The most common type of accident on a highway is a __.

rear-end collision

When driving behind someone you should not use your __.

high beams

To dry wet brakes, ____ apply the brakes.

gently

"Don't hang out in the No zone" refers to not being __.

in truckers' blind spots

When approaching a railroad crossing you should __.

slow down and prepare to stop

If you pull up to a red arrow, the turning lane is the only lane that should __.

stop

If you are a pedestrian walking alongside the road at night you should carry or wear something __.

white

Use high beams __.

when driving on a highway and no car is approaching

Slippery roads are most likely to occur when __.

it has just begun to drizzle or rain

When traveling behind a farm vehicle on a two-lane road __.

Wait until farm vehicle has pulled over to the side, then pass with caution

Large trucks (tractor trailers) __.

have large blind spots to the side and rear

When preparing to make a right-hand turn __.

Turn on your turn signal and approach the right-hand side of the road

A 'shoulder check' is __.

A quick glance over your shoulder on the side in which you intend to turn or change lanes

In the city, ___ people killed in a car crash are pedestrians

2/5

What should you do while entering in curve? __.

slow down before entering the curve

While parking the car in downhill where will you place the front wheel? __.

Towards the curb

Signal test — if you see any sign of circular orange color then tell them __.

CAUTION, Signal is about to turn RED

The true speed limit outside city is __.

55 MPH

At an intersection without traffic lights who has the right of way __.

the pedestrian

Where would it be dangerous to drive very slow? __

right after you have just passed the crest of a hill

On a freeway if you miss an exit what would you do? __

Take the next exit

a driver who gets __ may lose his/her license.

12 points within 3 years

A driver will lose his or her license if he or she is convicted of __.

speeding more than 70 mph in a 55 mph zone

If a person refuses to take the chemical test, the license may be immediately revoked for __ months.

12

What do you do if you have brake failure?

shift into a lower gear, release the clutch pedal, and apply the emergency brake

When driving on the interstate how to you merge onto the highway: __.

use the acceleration lane until your vehicle's speed matches traffic and then merge safely

tires should have the __ amount of air for safe driving and fuel economy

right

What do you do if your car begins to skid?

turn your steering wheel in the same direction as the rear-end

A blind person ready to cross the road has the right of way: __.

if they have a white cane with a red tip or a guide dog

The flashing red signal has the same meaning as the stop sign: __.

Stop and do not proceed until you can enter the intersection safely

A North Carolina driver's license is required if you __.

are sitting in the driver’s seat with the motor running

What's the most likely time to have a bicycle accident?

Saturday at dusk

Littering fines range from __.

$250 to $1,000

In bad weather you should __.

slow down and increase following distance

What is the maximum speed limit on all highways? __.

70 mph

Studies show that the most hazardous drivers are __.

slow drivers

Where do most crashes occur? __.

at the intersections

A yellow School Zone sign without people is a warning to __.

slow down in school zones

Which of the following does NOT result in a suspension of your license? __.

Reckless Driving

What to do when you see an emergency vehicle approaching: __.

drive to the right curb and stop

If you are going by car and a bicycle is in front of you with oncoming traffic on a narrow road, you should __.

slow your speed, let the other car pass, then safely pass the bicycle

At a flashing yellow light you should __.

not stop completely; stop only at flashing red

What to do when you have a flat tire? __.

move to the side and move the car

When should you adjust your rear view and side mirrors? __.

before starting to drive

When approaching an intersection and the traffic light turns yellow you should __.

proceed with caution

If the light turns yellow before you cross the white line you will get a ticket for __.

crashing a red light

On a highway if a vehicle breakdown forces you to stop you should __.

raise the hood and move far off the road

In a construction zone you should __.

keep with the pace of traffic unless otherwise directed

driving safely in snow.

Drive at a slower speed

If you want to change lanes you must __.

observe what other vehicles are doing in adjoining lanes

Vehicles must be inspected EVERY __ months in NC.

12

A blank white square with black border represents __.

Speed Limit

An orange triangle on its side, pointing to the right represents __.

No passing sign

An inverted red triangle with a white center represents __.

Yield

Adjust the mirrors before riding a motorcycle. This is __.

a recommended pre-ride check

Usually, a good way to handle tailgaters is to __.

change lanes and let them pass

If you wait an hour for each drink before riding, side effects from the drinking may __.

still remain

The FRONT brake supplies about __ of the stopping power.

three-quarters

It is MOST important to flash your brake light when __.

you will be slowing suddenly

If a car is waiting to enter an intersection you should __.

reduce speed and be ready to react

When riding, you should __.

turn your head and shoulders to look through turns

To reduce your reaction time you should __.

cover the clutch and brakes

Making eye contact with other drivers does not necessarily mean __.

they will yield

The best way to stop quickly is to __.

use both brakes at the same time

If your motorcycle starts to wobble you should __.

grip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually

After the first rider passes safely, the second rider should move up to the __ position.

left

How can you avoid a rear end collision on the interstate? __.

check your mirrors often

Defensive drivers check their mirrors roughly every __ seconds.

10

If you go 45 mph, you should signal __ before turning.

200 ft

A leak in the ____ can allow poisonous carbon monoxide gas to enter the car. This is related to __.

faulty mufflers and exhaust systems

Most bicycle accidents occur in __.

residential areas

A bike rider is likely to sustain __ when struck by a car.

severe injuries

When a car with high beams approaches you should __.

look straight ahead and avoid looking at the headlights

A truck driver can see blind spots by looking __.

over the shoulder