NC DMV Weather and Hazardous Conditions

Question 1

What is hydroplaning and how do you recover from it?

Accepted Answer

Tires losing contact with the road due to water; ease off the gas and steer straight

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Tires overheating on dry pavement; apply the brakes firmly

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Driving too fast in snow; turn the wheel sharply

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An engine failure caused by water in the fuel; restart the engine

Question 2

What should you do when driving in heavy fog?

Accepted Answer

Use low-beam headlights, reduce speed, and increase following distance

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Use high-beam headlights for maximum visibility

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Maintain normal speed to clear the fog area quickly

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Pull over and turn off all lights

Question 3

When are roads most slippery during rain?

Accepted Answer

During the first few minutes of rainfall when oil and water mix on the surface

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After several hours of continuous rain

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Only during freezing rain

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Roads become less slippery as rain continues

Question 4

What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid on ice?

Accepted Answer

Steer in the direction you want to go and avoid slamming the brakes

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Turn the wheel in the opposite direction of the skid

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Accelerate to regain traction

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Apply the parking brake immediately

Question 5

What is the correct procedure for driving through standing water?

Accepted Answer

Slow down, drive through steadily, and test brakes afterward

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Speed through to prevent water from entering the engine

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Stop and wait for the water to recede

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Turn off your engine and coast through

Question 6

During a dust storm or whiteout conditions, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Pull completely off the road, stop, turn off lights, and wait

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Continue driving slowly with hazard lights on

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Increase speed to exit the storm area

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Follow the vehicle ahead closely for guidance