North Carolina Driving Rules and Road Safety

Practice flashcards covering road rules, speed limits, legal requirements, and driving procedures based on the lecture transcript.

What is the most dangerous place on the road?

Intersections

What must you do to make a legal right turn on red or a red arrow?

Stop, check for traffic, and turn when it is clear.

Which moving violation carries the highest number of points on your license?

Passing a stopped school bus ($5\,\text{points}$).

Who always has the right of way?

Pedestrians

What kind of insurance is required in this state?

Liability insurance

What are the liability insurance limit numbers required in thousands of dollars?

$$30/60/25$$

How far in advance should you signal before making a turn?

$$200\,\text{feet}$$

What specific light is required by state law on your vehicle?

License tag light.

If you miss your turn at an intersection, what should you do?

Go to the next intersection and turn there.

What is the maximum speed limit and age/equipment requirement for a moped?

Maximum speed limit is $30\,\text{MPH}$. You must be $16$ years or older and wear a helmet.

What is the maximum speed limit for a school bus?

$$45\,\text{MPH}$$

What are the speed limits inside and outside city limits unless otherwise posted?

Inside city limits: $35\,\text{MPH}$. Outside city limits: $55\,\text{MPH}$.

What is the legal limit for DWI in NC?

$$.08\%$$

What is the legal limit for alcohol for a driver with a provisional license (under 21)?

$$0\%$$

What system carries harmful fumes from the engine to the rear of the vehicle?

Exhaust system.

What should you do if you miss your exit on the highway?

Go to the next exit.

What is the most common type of collision on the highway and any road?

Rear end collision.

What steps should you take if your vehicle breaks down on the roadway?

Try to get your car off the roadway, tie a white handkerchief onto the left door handle or radio aerial, and raise the hood.

What should you do if you are driving down a steep hill or constant downhill?

Use a lower gear.

Between slow drivers and middle-aged drivers, which can be the most dangerous?

Slow drivers.

When backing straight, where should your left hand be placed and what is your maximum speed?

Left hand should be at the top of the steering wheel (@ 12 o'clock) and go no more than $10\,\text{MPH}$.

What is the best thing to do when driving in adverse conditions such as rain?

Increase your following distance.

Should you use high beam or low beam headlights in rain, sleet, snow, fog, or at night in the city?

Low beam.

How often must you get your vehicle inspected?

Yearly.

How long do points stay on your license, and how can $3\,\text{points}$ be removed?

Points stay on your license for $3\,\text{years}$. You can have $3\,\text{points}$ removed by going to a Driver Improvement Clinic.

What key concept should you keep in mind if you want to pass farm equipment?

Be patient.

What are NO-ZONES when driving near a tractor-trailer?

The tractor-trailer's blind spots.

What should you do if you have a blowout or hydroplane?

Let off the accelerator and grip the wheel firmly.

What extra precaution should be taken when changing a flat tire?

Block the wheels.

What should you do at night if an oncoming vehicle has its high beam bright lights on?

Flick your high-beams once to remind the driver to dim his lights.

What is considered a safe following distance?

$2\,\text{seconds}$ behind the car in front of you.

What is your best option if you feel sleepy or tired while driving?

Stop and rest.

When rounding a curve, what path does the vehicle take?

Path C.

What should you do regarding your following distance as your speed increases?

Increase your following distance.

When are roads most slippery during rain?

Just after it begins to rain (the first $15\,\text{minutes}$ or so).

How should pedestrians walk when there are no sidewalks, and what should they do at night?

Walk facing traffic, and at night wear or carry something white.

Should bicyclists drive with traffic or facing traffic?

With traffic.

What is the penalty for any question concerning an open container of alcohol?

Lose your license for $12\,\text{months}$.

How should you dry out wet brakes?

Drive a short distance and keep light pressure on the brake pedal.