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94 real dmv permit questions.

  1. A driver will lose his/her license if he/she is convicted of - Speeding more than 75 mph in a 55 mph zone.

  2. To get a revoked driver license restored, a person must do which of the following? - Obtain permission from the Driver License Section in Raleigh to reapply for a license and Go to a driver license office, pay a restoration fee, and reapply for a license.

  3. A driver license is required for the following? - Sitting in the driver's seat of a car while the engine is running and Steering a car while it is being pushed or towed by another vehicle.

  4. If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor Vehicles must - Revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months.

  5. Which of the following happen(s) under the point system? - A driver who gets 12 points within 3 years may lose his/her license.

  6. When a driver has a total of 7 points, which of the following may happen? The driver can have 3 pints deducted if he/she satisfactorily completes a Driver Improvement Clinic.

  7. Conviction for which of the following carries the highest number of points? - Passing a stopped school bus unloading children.

8. Roughly half of all traffic fatalities involve which of the following? - A drunken person.

9. The percentage of highway deaths caused by drunken persons is about - 38%

10. Which of the following statements about pedestrian deaths is correct? - In cities, 2 out of 5 people killed in motor vehicle accidents are pedestrians.

11. When you are walking at night along a road without sidewalks, you should do which of the following? - Walk on the left, facing traffic.

12. If you approach an intersection where there are no traffic lights/signs and a pedestrian is attempting to cross your path, who has the right-of-way? - The pedestrian

13. If you are walking along a road at night, what should you do? - Wear or carry something white.

14. A safe driver does which of the following? - A safe driver does which of the following?

15. If you begin to feel sleepy while driving on a long trip, you should do which of the following? - Open a window or vent to let in fresh air.

16. When driving on a long trip, you should - Avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds.

17. In order to avoid being hit in the rear by another vehicle, you should do which of the following? - Check your rear-view mirrors often.

18. Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard? - Slow drivers.

19. Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations? -Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations?

20. Which of the following statement(s) about speed limits for cars in Norths Carolina correct? - The speed limit outside a city is 55 mph unless otherwise posted

21. Which of the following statements about speed limits in North Carolina is correct? - Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is 35 mph.

22. When rounding a curve, a car tends to - Move to the outside of the curve.

23. The driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do the following - The driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do the following

24. If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two-lane road, you should do which of the following? - Sound your horn to signal your intention to the driver of the car ahead and Give a left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention.

25. Passing on the right is legal when - A 4-lane highway with 2-lanes going in each direction and on a one-way street.

26. When backing your car, you should do which of the following? -

27. Accidents occur most frequently at which of the following? - Intersections.

28. Four vehicles approach an intersection with a 4 way stop at the same time. Car B is ahead of Car A and both are in the same lane and want to proceed straight across. Car C is across the intersection from Car B and wants to proceed straight as well. Car D is to the right of Car B and wants to make a right turn. Which car must yield? - car D

29. Three vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection. Car A is on the right of Car B. Car C is on the left of Car B. In which order should the cars pass through the intersection? - Car A, Car B, Car C.

30. Two vehicles approach an intersection going in opposite directions with no signs or traffic lights. There is also a pedestrian waiting to cross the street and is walking in the same direction as Car 1. Car 1 wants to proceed straight through the intersection. Car 2 wants to make a left turn. In this situation, the right-of-away belongs to - Driver of Car 1 and the pedestrian.

31. Three vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection. Car A wants to make a left turn and is across the intersection from Car B. Car B is ahead of Car C and both are in the same lane traveling in the same direction and want to proceed straight through the intersection. The law gives the right-of-way - To Car B.

32. If you come to an unmarked intersection where it is hard to see in all directions because of trees or buildings, you should - Stop at the intersection and move forward slowly.

33. When driving on a city street, you should watch out for which of the following? - Traffic coming from side streets and Animals or small children darting from between parked cars.

34. When driving in heavy traffic, you should do which of the following? - Watch out for drivers who make quick stops.

35. If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an intersection, you should - Go to the next intersection and turn there.

36.The most frequent type of accident on an interstate highways is - The most frequent type of accident on an interstate highways is:

37. When taking a long trip on an interstate highway, you should plan on doing which of the following? - Stopping every 100 miles at a rest area.

38. You are driving on an interstate highway when a breakdown forces you to the shoulder you should - Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle.

39. Studies have shown that under normal conditions the chance of a car being involved in an accident on an interstate highway is greater if the driver - Travels considerably below the posted speed limit.

40. If you miss your exit on an interstate highway, you can do which of the following? - Go on to the next exit.

41. A driver may be temporarily blinded at night by which of the following? - A. Glare from the headlights of other cars and a Flame from a match he strikes to light a cigarette.

42. In which of the following situations should you use your low beams? - At night in the city and In foggy or misty weather.

43. If the driver of an approaching car fails to dim his/her lights, you should do which of the following? - Watch the road ahead to avoid looking at the lights of the other car and Flick your headlight beams high and low once or twice.

44. When driving on a highway at night, you should never use your high-beam headlights if you are - Following another car.

45. If it starts to drizzle while you are driving, you should do which of the following - Slow down because the rain will loosen oil and gravel and Allow at least twice the normal following distance.

46. Roads are likely to be especially slick - just after rain

47. When driving through heavy fog, you should - Slow down

48. When driving in a heavy snowstorm during the day, you should use - Low-beam headlights.

49. The best way to get good traction on hard packed snow is to - Put chains on your tires.

50. When trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual transmission, you should do which of the following - Start in second or high gear.

51. When pulling a trailer down a long steep hill, you should do which of the following - Drive in a lower gear and Keep in the right lane.

52. If your brakes fail, you should do which of the following? - Shift into a lower gear and Use the emergency brake.

53. Wet brakes can be dried out by doing which of the following? - Slow down and then press the gas pedal as you keep a light pressure on the brake pedal.

54. If you should have a blowout while traveling at a high speed, you should do which of the following? - Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving.

55. When changing a flat tire, you should do which of the following - Block the wheels.

56. If your car breaks down on the highway at night, what should you do - Park the car completely off the road.

57. If your car breaks down on a highway at night, you should do which of the following - Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle and Switch on the parking lights

58. If your vehicle has run off the road onto the shoulder, you should - Take your foot off the gas pedal gradually.

59. Skids are likely to occur on which of the following roads? - One on which snow has become packed.

60. if you have to come to a stop on an icy road and your car is not equipped with ABS brakes, you should - Pump the brake pedal lightly.

61. What should you do when you begin to skid? - Turn the steering while in the direction in which the rear end of the car is skidding and Reduce pressure on the gas pedal

62. A driver who is involved in an accident should do which of the following? - Make an immediate report to the nearest law enforcement agency and Notify his insurance company

  1. A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection means which of the following? - STOP

64. A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means - slow down and proceed with caution

65. A diamond-shaped sign would be used to warn drivers of which of the following driving hazards? - A deer crossing.

66. A diamond-shaped traffic sign means - Slow down and drive with care.

67. When can you disregard a signal given by a police officer directing traffic? - NEVER

69. When does the law give a blind pedestrian special consideration at intersections where there are no traffic lights? - If he holds out a white can or has a guide dog with him.

70. Which of the following statements about bicycle riders is correct? - They are likely to be seriously injured in almost any collision with a car.

71. In North Carolina, which of the following is required on all cars? - License plate lights.

72. Your brakes need checking if - There is a squeaking noise when you step on the brake pedal.

73. Which of the following statements about horns and sirens is/are correct? - Every licensed motor vehicle must have a horn and Only law enforcement and emergency vehicles may have sirens.

74. Every motor vehicle must be equipped with - A muffler.

75. The system that carries harmful fumes from the engine to the rear of the car and releases them is called the - Exhaust system.

76. A leaky exhaust system should be repaired because it - May allow dangerous fumes to enter the car.

77. A car that pitches and tosses in normal driving and leans heavily to the side in turns is likely to have trouble in which of the following systems? - Suspension.

78. Which traffic is required to stop if a school bus makes a passenger stop in the far right lane on a five-lane street? - Lanes going in the same direction as the school bus

79. The maximum speed limit for a full size public school bus in North Carolina is - 45 mph

80. Which of the following statements is false? - A heavier person can eliminate alcohol faster than a lighter person.

81. A person has been drinking but did not reach 0.08. Can we assume that he/she can drive safely? - No, because even smaller amounts can affect judgement.

82. What happens if you drink alcohol and take medication at the same time? - Both may combine and have unpredictable effects

83. What should you do if a doctor prescribes you some medication but you must drive? - Ask the doctor whether you can drive or not.

84. Can you be prosecuted in a criminal court of law if you are intercepted as you are driving under the influence of a prescribed medication? - Yes, the law requires you to be in full control of yourself when you drive.

85. Is it true that coffee can neutralize the effects of alcohol? - No, only the liver can eliminate alcohol.

86. What is one of the effects of alcohol on the driver's eyes? - The eyes tend to stare at a point.

87. What is the effect of food when you drink alcohol? - If you eat before drinking, alcohol enters the blood stream at a slower pace.

88. Where does alcohol tend to concentrate more? - In the brain.

89. If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor Vehicles must - Revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months

90. A 20 year old driver is convicted of driving after drinking alcohol - He/She gets a 1 year revocation.

91. What happens if a driver refuses to take a chemical test? - He/She gets an immediate 30 day revocation and the DMV adds an extra 12 months revocation

92. What happens if a driver is convicted of DWI while his/her license has already been revoked for a prior DWI? - This person's car may be seized and sold and He/She may be imprisoned

93. A driver was convicted of a second DWI 3 years ago. He/She gets convicted of DWI again He/She gets a permanent revocation.
and He/She is imprisoned from 14 days to 24 months

94. A person has been convicted of DWI for the 4th time in 7 years - This person may be imprisoned from 1 to 3 years

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94 real dmv permit questions.

  1. A driver will lose his/her license if he/she is convicted of - Speeding more than 75 mph in a 55 mph zone.

  2. To get a revoked driver license restored, a person must do which of the following? - Obtain permission from the Driver License Section in Raleigh to reapply for a license and Go to a driver license office, pay a restoration fee, and reapply for a license.

  3. A driver license is required for the following? - Sitting in the driver's seat of a car while the engine is running and Steering a car while it is being pushed or towed by another vehicle.

  4. If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor Vehicles must - Revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months.

  5. Which of the following happen(s) under the point system? - A driver who gets 12 points within 3 years may lose his/her license.

  6. When a driver has a total of 7 points, which of the following may happen? The driver can have 3 pints deducted if he/she satisfactorily completes a Driver Improvement Clinic.

  7. Conviction for which of the following carries the highest number of points? - Passing a stopped school bus unloading children.

8. Roughly half of all traffic fatalities involve which of the following? - A drunken person.

9. The percentage of highway deaths caused by drunken persons is about - 38%

10. Which of the following statements about pedestrian deaths is correct? - In cities, 2 out of 5 people killed in motor vehicle accidents are pedestrians.

11. When you are walking at night along a road without sidewalks, you should do which of the following? - Walk on the left, facing traffic.

12. If you approach an intersection where there are no traffic lights/signs and a pedestrian is attempting to cross your path, who has the right-of-way? - The pedestrian

13. If you are walking along a road at night, what should you do? - Wear or carry something white.

14. A safe driver does which of the following? - A safe driver does which of the following?

15. If you begin to feel sleepy while driving on a long trip, you should do which of the following? - Open a window or vent to let in fresh air.

16. When driving on a long trip, you should - Avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds.

17. In order to avoid being hit in the rear by another vehicle, you should do which of the following? - Check your rear-view mirrors often.

18. Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard? - Slow drivers.

19. Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations? -Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations?

20. Which of the following statement(s) about speed limits for cars in Norths Carolina correct? - The speed limit outside a city is 55 mph unless otherwise posted

21. Which of the following statements about speed limits in North Carolina is correct? - Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is 35 mph.

22. When rounding a curve, a car tends to - Move to the outside of the curve.

23. The driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do the following - The driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do the following

24. If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two-lane road, you should do which of the following? - Sound your horn to signal your intention to the driver of the car ahead and Give a left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention.

25. Passing on the right is legal when - A 4-lane highway with 2-lanes going in each direction and on a one-way street.

26. When backing your car, you should do which of the following? -

27. Accidents occur most frequently at which of the following? - Intersections.

28. Four vehicles approach an intersection with a 4 way stop at the same time. Car B is ahead of Car A and both are in the same lane and want to proceed straight across. Car C is across the intersection from Car B and wants to proceed straight as well. Car D is to the right of Car B and wants to make a right turn. Which car must yield? - car D

29. Three vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection. Car A is on the right of Car B. Car C is on the left of Car B. In which order should the cars pass through the intersection? - Car A, Car B, Car C.

30. Two vehicles approach an intersection going in opposite directions with no signs or traffic lights. There is also a pedestrian waiting to cross the street and is walking in the same direction as Car 1. Car 1 wants to proceed straight through the intersection. Car 2 wants to make a left turn. In this situation, the right-of-away belongs to - Driver of Car 1 and the pedestrian.

31. Three vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection. Car A wants to make a left turn and is across the intersection from Car B. Car B is ahead of Car C and both are in the same lane traveling in the same direction and want to proceed straight through the intersection. The law gives the right-of-way - To Car B.

32. If you come to an unmarked intersection where it is hard to see in all directions because of trees or buildings, you should - Stop at the intersection and move forward slowly.

33. When driving on a city street, you should watch out for which of the following? - Traffic coming from side streets and Animals or small children darting from between parked cars.

34. When driving in heavy traffic, you should do which of the following? - Watch out for drivers who make quick stops.

35. If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an intersection, you should - Go to the next intersection and turn there.

36.The most frequent type of accident on an interstate highways is - The most frequent type of accident on an interstate highways is:

37. When taking a long trip on an interstate highway, you should plan on doing which of the following? - Stopping every 100 miles at a rest area.

38. You are driving on an interstate highway when a breakdown forces you to the shoulder you should - Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle.

39. Studies have shown that under normal conditions the chance of a car being involved in an accident on an interstate highway is greater if the driver - Travels considerably below the posted speed limit.

40. If you miss your exit on an interstate highway, you can do which of the following? - Go on to the next exit.

41. A driver may be temporarily blinded at night by which of the following? - A. Glare from the headlights of other cars and a Flame from a match he strikes to light a cigarette.

42. In which of the following situations should you use your low beams? - At night in the city and In foggy or misty weather.

43. If the driver of an approaching car fails to dim his/her lights, you should do which of the following? - Watch the road ahead to avoid looking at the lights of the other car and Flick your headlight beams high and low once or twice.

44. When driving on a highway at night, you should never use your high-beam headlights if you are - Following another car.

45. If it starts to drizzle while you are driving, you should do which of the following - Slow down because the rain will loosen oil and gravel and Allow at least twice the normal following distance.

46. Roads are likely to be especially slick - just after rain

47. When driving through heavy fog, you should - Slow down

48. When driving in a heavy snowstorm during the day, you should use - Low-beam headlights.

49. The best way to get good traction on hard packed snow is to - Put chains on your tires.

50. When trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual transmission, you should do which of the following - Start in second or high gear.

51. When pulling a trailer down a long steep hill, you should do which of the following - Drive in a lower gear and Keep in the right lane.

52. If your brakes fail, you should do which of the following? - Shift into a lower gear and Use the emergency brake.

53. Wet brakes can be dried out by doing which of the following? - Slow down and then press the gas pedal as you keep a light pressure on the brake pedal.

54. If you should have a blowout while traveling at a high speed, you should do which of the following? - Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving.

55. When changing a flat tire, you should do which of the following - Block the wheels.

56. If your car breaks down on the highway at night, what should you do - Park the car completely off the road.

57. If your car breaks down on a highway at night, you should do which of the following - Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle and Switch on the parking lights

58. If your vehicle has run off the road onto the shoulder, you should - Take your foot off the gas pedal gradually.

59. Skids are likely to occur on which of the following roads? - One on which snow has become packed.

60. if you have to come to a stop on an icy road and your car is not equipped with ABS brakes, you should - Pump the brake pedal lightly.

61. What should you do when you begin to skid? - Turn the steering while in the direction in which the rear end of the car is skidding and Reduce pressure on the gas pedal

62. A driver who is involved in an accident should do which of the following? - Make an immediate report to the nearest law enforcement agency and Notify his insurance company

  1. A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection means which of the following? - STOP

64. A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means - slow down and proceed with caution

65. A diamond-shaped sign would be used to warn drivers of which of the following driving hazards? - A deer crossing.

66. A diamond-shaped traffic sign means - Slow down and drive with care.

67. When can you disregard a signal given by a police officer directing traffic? - NEVER

69. When does the law give a blind pedestrian special consideration at intersections where there are no traffic lights? - If he holds out a white can or has a guide dog with him.

70. Which of the following statements about bicycle riders is correct? - They are likely to be seriously injured in almost any collision with a car.

71. In North Carolina, which of the following is required on all cars? - License plate lights.

72. Your brakes need checking if - There is a squeaking noise when you step on the brake pedal.

73. Which of the following statements about horns and sirens is/are correct? - Every licensed motor vehicle must have a horn and Only law enforcement and emergency vehicles may have sirens.

74. Every motor vehicle must be equipped with - A muffler.

75. The system that carries harmful fumes from the engine to the rear of the car and releases them is called the - Exhaust system.

76. A leaky exhaust system should be repaired because it - May allow dangerous fumes to enter the car.

77. A car that pitches and tosses in normal driving and leans heavily to the side in turns is likely to have trouble in which of the following systems? - Suspension.

78. Which traffic is required to stop if a school bus makes a passenger stop in the far right lane on a five-lane street? - Lanes going in the same direction as the school bus

79. The maximum speed limit for a full size public school bus in North Carolina is - 45 mph

80. Which of the following statements is false? - A heavier person can eliminate alcohol faster than a lighter person.

81. A person has been drinking but did not reach 0.08. Can we assume that he/she can drive safely? - No, because even smaller amounts can affect judgement.

82. What happens if you drink alcohol and take medication at the same time? - Both may combine and have unpredictable effects

83. What should you do if a doctor prescribes you some medication but you must drive? - Ask the doctor whether you can drive or not.

84. Can you be prosecuted in a criminal court of law if you are intercepted as you are driving under the influence of a prescribed medication? - Yes, the law requires you to be in full control of yourself when you drive.

85. Is it true that coffee can neutralize the effects of alcohol? - No, only the liver can eliminate alcohol.

86. What is one of the effects of alcohol on the driver's eyes? - The eyes tend to stare at a point.

87. What is the effect of food when you drink alcohol? - If you eat before drinking, alcohol enters the blood stream at a slower pace.

88. Where does alcohol tend to concentrate more? - In the brain.

89. If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor Vehicles must - Revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months

90. A 20 year old driver is convicted of driving after drinking alcohol - He/She gets a 1 year revocation.

91. What happens if a driver refuses to take a chemical test? - He/She gets an immediate 30 day revocation and the DMV adds an extra 12 months revocation

92. What happens if a driver is convicted of DWI while his/her license has already been revoked for a prior DWI? - This person's car may be seized and sold and He/She may be imprisoned

93. A driver was convicted of a second DWI 3 years ago. He/She gets convicted of DWI again He/She gets a permanent revocation.
and He/She is imprisoned from 14 days to 24 months

94. A person has been convicted of DWI for the 4th time in 7 years - This person may be imprisoned from 1 to 3 years