CMS Jordon Driving School Practice Test Permit – Flashcards
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A driver license is required for the following?
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A.Sitting in the driver's seat of a car while the engine is running. B.Steering a car while it is being pushed or towed by another vehicle. Both A and B
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If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor Vehicles must:
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Revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months
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Which of the following happen(s) under the point system?
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A driver who gets 12 points within 3 years may lose his/her license.
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When a driver has a total of 7 points, which of the following may happen?
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The driver can have 3 points deducted if he/she satisfactorily completes a Driver Improvement Clinic.
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Conviction for which of the following carries the highest number of points?
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Passing a stopped school bus unloading children.
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A driver will lose his/her license if he/she is convicted of:
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Speeding more than 75 mph in a 55mph zone.
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To get a revoked driver license restored, a person must do which of the following?
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A.Obtain permission from the Driver License Section in Raleigh to reapply for a license. B.Go to a driver license office, pay a restoration fee, and reapply for a license. Both A and B.
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Roughly half of all traffic fatalities involve which of the following?
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A drunken person.
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The percentage of highway deaths caused by drunken persons is about:
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50%
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Which of the following statements about pedestrian deaths is correct?
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In cities, 2 out of 5 people killed in motor vehicle accidents are pedestrians.
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When you are walking at night along a road without sidewalks, you should do which of the following?
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Walk on the left, facing traffic.
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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?
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The pedestrian
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If you are walking along a road at night, what should you do?
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Wear or carry something white.
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A safe driver does which of the following?
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Frequently checks the rear-view and side mirrors.
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As you approach an intersection to make a right turn, you should turn on your right turn signal and do which of the following?
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Neither A nor B.
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If you begin to feel sleepy while driving on a long trip, you should do which of the following?
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Open a window or vent to let in fresh air.
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When driving on a long trip, you should:
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Avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds.
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In order to avoid being hit in the rear by another vehicle, you should do which of the following?
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Check your rear-view mirrors often.
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Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard?
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Slow drivers.
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Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations?
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A.Just after passing the crest of a hill. B.Just after rounding a curve. Both A and B.
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Which statement(s) concerning speed limits on the open road in North Carolina is correct?
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Neither A nor B
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Which of the following statement(s) about speed limits for cars in North Carolina is correct?
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The speed limit outside a city is 55mph unless otherwise posted
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Which of the following statements about speed limits in North Carolina is correct?
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Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is 35 mph.
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When rounding a curve, a car tends to:
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Move to the outside of the curve.
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When rounding a sharp curve, you should do which of the following?
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Neither A nor B.
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The driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do the following:
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Use a lower gear.
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To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should do which of the following?
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Use a lower gear.
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If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two-lane road, you should do which of the following?
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A.Sound your horn to signal your intention to the driver of the car ahead. B.Give a left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention. Both A and B.
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Passing on the right is legal on which of the following?
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A.A 4-lane highway with 2-lanes going in each direction. B.On a one-way street. Both A and B.
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When backing your car, you should do which of the following?
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Move at no more than 10 mph
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Accidents occur most frequently at which of the following?
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Intersections
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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?
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Car D.
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Highway accidents occur most frequently:
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At intersections.
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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?
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Car A, Car B, Car C.
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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:
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Driver of Car 1 and the pedestrian.
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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:
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To Car B.
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If you come to an unmarked intersection where it is hard to see in all directions because of trees or buildings, you should:
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Stop at the intersection and move forward slowly.
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When driving on a city street, you should watch out for which of the following?
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A.Traffic coming from side streets. B.Animals or small children darting from between parked cars. Both A and B.
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When driving in heavy traffic, you should do which of the following?
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Watch out for drivers who make quick stops.
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If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an intersection, you should:
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Go to the next intersection and turn there
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The most frequent type of accident on an interstate highways is:
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A rear-end collision.
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When taking a long trip on an interstate highway, you should plan on doing which of the following?
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Stopping every 100 miles at a rest area.
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You are driving on an interstate highway when a breakdown forces you to the shoulder. You should:
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Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle.
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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:
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Travels considerably below the posted speed limit.
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If you miss your exit on an interstate highway, you can do which of the following?
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Go on to the next exit.
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A driver may be temporarily blinded at night by which of the following?
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A.Glare from the headlights of other cars. B.Flame from a match he strikes to light a cigarette. Both A and B.
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In which of the following situations should you use your low beams?
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A.At night in the city. B.In foggy or misty weather. Both A and B.
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If the driver of an approaching car fails to dim his/her lights, you should do which of the following?
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A.Watch the road ahead to avoid looking at the lights of the other car. B.Flick your headlight beams high and low once or twice. Both A and B.
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When driving on a highway at night, you should never use your high-beam headlights if you are:
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Following another car.
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If it starts to drizzle while you are driving, you should do which of the following?
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A.Slow down because the rain will loosen oil and gravel on the road. B.Allow at least twice the normal following distance. Both A and B.
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Roads are likely to be especially slick:
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Just after it has begun to rain or drizzle.
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When driving through heavy fog, you should:
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Slow down.
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When driving in a heavy snowstorm during the day, you should use:
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Low-beam headlights.
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The best way to get good traction on hard packed snow is to:
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Put chains on your tires.
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When trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual transmission, you should do which of the following:
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Start in second or high gear.
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When pulling a trailer down a long steep hill, you should do which of the following?
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A.Drive in a lower gear. B.Keep in the right lane. Both A and B.
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If your brakes fail, you should do which of the following?
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A.Shift into a lower gear. B.Use the emergency brake. Both A and B.
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Wet brakes can be dried out by doing which of the following?
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Slow down and then press the gas pedal as you keep a light pressure on the brake pedal.
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If you should have a blowout while traveling at a high speed, you should do which of the following?
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Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving.
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When changing a flat tire, you should do which of the following?
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Block the wheels.
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If your car breaks down on the highway at night, what should you do?
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Park the car completely off the road.
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If your car breaks down on a highway at night, you should do which of the following?
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A.Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle. B.Switch on the parking lights. Both A and B.
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If your vehicle has run off the road onto the shoulder, you should:
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Take your foot off the gas pedal gradually
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Skids are likely to occur on which of the following roads?
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One on which snow has become packed
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If you have to come to a stop on an icy road and your car is not equipped with ABS brakes, you should:
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Pump the brake pedal lightly
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What should you do when you begin to skid?
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A.Turn the steering while in the direction in which the rear end of the car is skidding. B.Reduce pressure on the gas pedal. Both A and B.
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A driver who is involved in an accident should do which of the following?
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A.Make an immediate report to the nearest law enforcement agency. B.Notify his insurance company. Both A and B.
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A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection means which of the following?
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Neither A nor B.
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A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means:
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Slow down and proceed with caution.
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A diamond-shaped sign would be used to warn drivers of which of the following driving hazards?
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A deer crossing
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A diamond-shaped traffic sign means:
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Slow down and drive with care.
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When can you disregard a signal given by a police officer directing traffic?
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Neither A nor B.
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What is the main color for signs in highway work zones?
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Orange
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When does the law give a blind pedestrian special consideration at intersections where there are no traffic lights?
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If he holds out a white cane or has a guide dog with him.
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Which of the following statements about bicycle riders is correct?
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They are likely to be seriously injured in almost any collision with a car.
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In North Carolina, which of the following is required on all cars?
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License plate lights.
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Your brakes need checking if:
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There is a squeaking noise when you step on the brake pedal.
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Which of the following statements about horns and sirens is/are correct?
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A.Every licensed motor vehicle must have a horn. B.Only law enforcement and emergency vehicles may have sirens. Both A and B.
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Every motor vehicle must be equipped with:
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A muffler.
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The system that carries harmful fumes from the engine to the rear of the car and releases them is called the:
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Exhaust system.
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A leaky exhaust system should be repaired because it:
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May allow dangerous fumes to enter the car.
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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?
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Suspension
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Which traffic is required to stop if a school bus makes a passenger stop in the far right lane on a five-lane street?
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Lanes going in the same direction as the school bus.
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The maximum speed limit for a full size public school bus in North Carolina is:
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45mph
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Which of the following statements is false?
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A heavier person can eliminate alcohol faster than a lighter person.
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A person has been drinking but did not reach 0.08. Can we assume that he/she can drive safely?
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No, because even smaller amounts can affect judgment.
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What happens if you drink alcohol and take medication at the same time?
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Both may combine and have unpredictable effects.
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What should you do if a doctor prescribes you some medication but you must drive?
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Ask the doctor whether you can drive or not.
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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?
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Yes, the law requires you to be in full control of yourself when you drive.
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Is it true that coffee can neutralize the effects of alcohol?
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No, only the liver can eliminate alcohol.
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What is one of the effects of alcohol on the driver's eyes?
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They eyes tend to stare at a point.
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Which one contains more alcohol?
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They all have the same amount; .6 of an ounce (18ml) of alcohol.
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What is the effect of food when you drink alcohol?
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If you eat before drinking, alcohol enters the blood stream at a slower pace.
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Where does alcohol tend to concentrate more?
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In the brain.
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If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor Vehicles must:
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Revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months.
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A 20 year old driver is convicted of driving after drinking alcohol.
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He/She gets a 1 year revocation.
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What happens if a driver refuses to take a chemical test?
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A.He/She gets an immediate 30 day revocation. B.The DMV adds an extra 12 months revocation. Both A and B.
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What happens if a driver is convicted of DWI while his/her license has already been revoked for a prior DWI?
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A.This person's car may be seized and sold. B.He/She may be imprisoned. Both A and B.
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A driver was convicted of a second DWI 3 years ago. He/She gets convicted of DWI again.
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A.He/She gets a permanent revocation. B.He/She is imprisoned from 14 days to 24 months. Both A and B.
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A person has been convicted of DWI for the 4th time in 7 years
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This person may be imprisoned from 1 to 3 years
