NC DMV Safe Driving Practices

Question 1

What is the recommended following distance behind another vehicle in ideal driving conditions?

Accepted Answer

3 seconds

Answer

1 second

Answer

2 seconds

Answer

4 seconds

Question 2

What should you do if you experience a tire blowout while driving?

Accepted Answer

Gradually slow down and pull off the road safely

Answer

Immediately slam on the brakes and steer off the road

Answer

Speed up to regain control of the vehicle

Answer

Continue driving until you reach a repair shop

Question 3

How should you handle a situation where you are approaching an intersection and the traffic light turns yellow?

Accepted Answer

Stop immediately if it is safe to do so

Answer

Speed up to pass through before the light turns red

Answer

Continue at your current speed to make sure you get through

Answer

Change lanes to avoid the intersection

Question 4

What is the best way to drive in foggy conditions?

Accepted Answer

Use low-beam headlights and reduce speed

Answer

Use high-beam headlights

Answer

Drive with your hazard lights on

Answer

Maintain your normal speed and stay in the middle lane

Question 5

What should you do if you are driving and suddenly encounter a road hazard, like debris?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and carefully maneuver around the hazard if possible

Answer

Swerve around the hazard, regardless of other traffic

Answer

Maintain your current speed and avoid the hazard as best as you can

Answer

Stop immediately and wait for the hazard to be cleared