North Carolina Traffic Law Practice Test

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• What does a red light mean for vehicles?
• What should you do if you notice a driver swerving?
• How often should a safe driver check their mirrors?
• In heavy traffic situations, what should you be cautious of?
• What should be your primary concern when you encounter road construction?
• When should you check your brakes?
• What is the recommended distance to use your turn signal before making a turn?
• Which of the cars shown can pass the truck safely?
• What are the driving privileges for someone under 18 in North Carolina with a provisional license?
• What is the rule regarding multi-lane roundabouts in North Carolina?
• In which situation is a driver required to yield to pedestrians?
• Which action is required when a school bus has its stop sign extended?
• Under what conditions can a driver use the high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane in North Carolina?
• What does North Carolina law require regarding headlights during daylight hours?
• What does a yellow circle sign indicate?
• How can a driver minimize distractions while driving?
• What should you do if you experience a breakdown on the interstate highway?
• What is required for a motorcycle operator in North Carolina?
• When rounding a curve, a car tends to follow which path?
• If you come to an unmarked intersection where visibility is limited, what should you do?
• If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an intersection, what is the best action to take?
• When you see brake lights ahead, you should:
• What symptom indicates trouble with a car's suspension?
• The intersection shown has no traffic lights or signs. The law gives the right of way to?
• What should you do if you are involved in a minor accident with no injuries?
• What action should a driver take if they encounter a school bus with its red lights flashing?
• What is the fine for failing to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk?
• Under what conditions is passing on the right legal?
• When walking at night along a road without sidewalks, what should you wear or carry?
• Which of the following is true about school bus laws in North Carolina?
• How should a driver respond to an officer's request to pull over?
• When does the law give special consideration to blind pedestrians at intersections without traffic lights?
• A driver will lose his license if he is convicted of?
• What does it mean if a vehicle's tires are considered "bald"?
• What should a driver do when they begin to skid?
• What is the legal requirement for children under 8 years old in a vehicle?
• How can you identify a no-passing zone on the road?
• Which of the following lights are not a requirement for vehicles in North Carolina?
• Which of the cars shown has made a correct turn?
• When are you allowed to use the shoulder of the road?
• What does the term "surcharge" mean in relation to traffic violations?
• When is it acceptable to use a mobile device while driving in North Carolina?
• What indicates a problem with the steering system?
• When should fog lights be used?
• In which situation is very slow driving particularly dangerous?
• What is one important thing to do when approaching a busy intersection?
• What is the minimum amount of liability insurance required in North Carolina?
• If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor Vehicles must:
• At an intersection without traffic lights, who has the right of way?
• When backing your car, what should you do?
• What does a red flashing signal at an intersection indicate?
• What should a driver do if they miss their exit on the highway?
• Roads are likely to be especially slick:
• How can a driver confirm if a walking path qualifies as a crosswalk?
• What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?
• When driving in a heavy snowstorm during the day, you should use:
• What is the most frequent type of accident on the interstate highway?
• What should you do if you see a pedestrian crossing at an intersection?
• When driving on a highway at night, you should never use your high-beam headlights if you are:
• Which of the following statements concerning speed limits on the open road in NC is correct?
• If you are walking at night, what is one important safety measure?
• What does a flashing yellow light mean?
• What is the system responsible for carrying harmful fumes from the engine?
• If stopped by law enforcement, which of the following should you provide?
• When driving through heavy fog, you should:
• What does "yield" mean when encountered on a traffic sign?
• What traffic is required to stop when a school bus makes a stop in the far right lane on a five-lane street?
• What does a solid yellow line on your side of the road indicate?
• What action should you take if you experience a tire blowout while driving?
• Which of the following happens under the point system?
• In North Carolina, when are seat belts required to be worn by all occupants of a vehicle?
• What type of drivers are considered a serious traffic hazard?
• How far should you signal before making a turn?
• In the situation shown, the right of way belongs to the?
• What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21 in North Carolina?
• In which of the following situations should you use your low beams?
• When should you turn your headlights on while driving?
• What is a requirement for all cars in North Carolina?
• What is the recommended safe following distance between your car and the vehicle in front of you?
• What is the legal punishment for a first DUI offense in North Carolina?
• If you experience a blowout while driving at high speed, what should you do?
• When pulling a trailer down a long steep hill, what should you do?
• The intersection shown has no traffic lights or signs. In which order should the cars pass through the intersection?
• What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21 in North Carolina?
• When are drivers required to use headlights in North Carolina?
• To get a revoked driver's license restored, a person must do which of the following?
• When is it necessary to use your turn signal?
• How can drivers avoid hydroplaning in wet conditions?
• What is the consequence of refusing to take a breathalyzer test when asked by law enforcement?
• On which type of road are skids likely to occur?
• What does a green traffic signal indicate?
• Which of the following statements about pedestrian deaths is (are) correct?
• What is the purpose of traffic signals?
• If your brakes fail, what should you do?
• What is the consequence for driving with a suspended license in North Carolina?
• What is required of drivers at a four-way stop?
• When approaching a school zone, what should you be prepared to do?
• What is the recommended action if you see an animal in the roadway?
• When taking a long trip on an interstate highway, what should you plan on doing?
• If you need to stop on an icy road without ABS brakes, what should you do?
• When making a right turn at an intersection, what should you NOT do?
• What must every motor vehicle be equipped with?
• How far must you signal before making a turn?
• A conviction for which of the following carries the highest number of points?
• The best way to get good traction on hard packed snow is to:
• What are the penalties for driving without a valid license in North Carolina?
• Which of the cars shown may pass?
• In North Carolina, what is the maximum speed limit on most highways?
• When driving on a city street, which factors should you be particularly alert for?
• Which of the following statements about speed limits for cars in NC is correct?
• What does the term "implied consent" mean in relation to DUI testing in North Carolina?
• Which statement about horns and sirens is correct?
• Why should a leaky exhaust system be repaired?
• How does driving considerably below the speed limit affect accident risk on interstate highways?
• Which of the following is true regarding pedestrians at a crosswalk?
• What does a diamond-shaped traffic signal indicate?
• What should you do when approaching a school zone?
• When changing a flat tire, which of the following should you do?
• What are the potential penalties for reckless driving in North Carolina?
• What is the recommended speed limit when driving through residential areas?
• What should you do if your car breaks down on a highway at night?
• What should a driver do if they encounter a vehicle being pulled over by law enforcement?
• What is the purpose of the "move over" law in North Carolina?
• What does a "Yield" sign mean?
• What is the danger of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol?
• A driver may be temporarily blinded at night by which of the following?
• Roughly half of all traffic fatalities involve which of the following?
• A driver's license is required for which of the following?
• What does a double solid yellow line mean?
• During adverse weather conditions, what should drivers do?
• What is the maximum penalty for a hit-and-run offense in North Carolina?
• What is required during a vehicle safety inspection in North Carolina?
• What should a driver do when coming down a hill?
• When navigating a four-way stop, who has the right of way?
• What is the requirement for seat belt use in North Carolina?
• Which statement about bicycle riders is correct?
• To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, what should you do?
• What should a driver do when approaching a stop sign?
• What is the primary focus of North Carolina’s graduated licensing system?
• If you feel sleepy while driving, what should you do?
• What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid?
• You are driving car A in heavy traffic. Up ahead you see car B just beginning to leave its parking space. You should?
• Which of the following statements about speed limits in NC is correct?
• Accidents occur most frequently at which of the following?
• What action should you take when approaching a roundabout?
• How should a driver handle a tire blowout?
• When rounding a curve, what is a car likely to do?
• Which of the cars below can pass safely?
• To prevent being hit from behind, you should frequently check:
• Which car shown must yield?
• What is a recommended action when driving to maintain safety?
• If your car breaks down on the highway at night, what is the first thing you should do?
• What is the function of a roundabout in traffic management?
• If you miss your exit on an interstate highway, what should you do?
• What should you do if you encounter a vehicle driving the wrong way on a one-way street?
• What is the primary color of signs in highway work zones?
• What should you do if you wish to pass the car ahead of you on a two-lane road?
• What should you do if you are teaching someone to drive in North Carolina?
• What should you avoid while driving on a long trip?
• The percentage of highway deaths caused by drunken persons in NC according to MADD is:
• What should you do if a school bus has its stop sign extended?
• How should you approach an intersection with a malfunctioning traffic signal?
• What is a safe driving practice?
• If it starts to drizzle while you are driving, what should you do?
• What does a red traffic light signify?
• What does the term "road rage" refer to?
• What is the North Carolina law regarding seat belt use?
• What must a driver involved in an accident do?
• What type of sign features a blue background with a white wheelchair symbol?
• What does the term "failure to maintain control" mean?
• What might be an indication that your brakes need to be checked?
• What action should a driver take if they encounter a stopped school bus with its stop sign extended?
• When merging onto a freeway, what should a driver do?
• When can a driver disregard a signal from a police officer directing traffic?
• What should you do when rounding a sharp curve?
• What does "defensive driving" entail?
• What type of hazard does a diamond-shaped sign warn drivers about?
• What should you do if you are involved in a minor car accident?
• What is the maximum speed limit for a full-size public school bus in North Carolina?
• What does a solid yellow line on your side of the road indicate?
• When a driver has a total of 7 points, which of the following may happen?
• What are the restrictions for using a cell phone while driving in North Carolina?
• When trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual transmission, you should:
• If your vehicle runs off the road onto the shoulder, what action should you take?
• When are pedestrians allowed to cross the road at a red signal?
• If the driver of an approaching car fails to dim his/her lights, what should you do?
• Highway accidents occur most frequently at which locations?
• How can wet brakes be dried out?