NC DMV Defensive Driving Techniques 4

Question 1

Your rear wheels begin to skid to the right. In which direction should you steer?

Accepted Answer

To the right, in the direction of the skid

Answer

To the left, away from the skid

Answer

Straight ahead without moving the wheel

Answer

Whichever way traffic is lighter

Question 2

What is the safest way to handle a tire blowout at highway speed?

Accepted Answer

Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and slow gradually before pulling off the road

Answer

Brake as hard as possible immediately

Answer

Shift into neutral and coast in your lane

Answer

Steer sharply onto the shoulder at full speed

Question 3

Why should you avoid using cruise control on wet or icy roads?

Accepted Answer

It can cause the wheels to spin and reduce your control when traction is lost

Answer

It wears out the brakes faster

Answer

It disables the anti-lock braking system

Answer

It is illegal in all weather in North Carolina

Question 4

A driver ahead of you is stopped and waiting to turn left. What is the defensive action?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and be prepared to stop behind them

Answer

Pass immediately on the right shoulder

Answer

Honk until they complete the turn

Answer

Swerve into the oncoming lane to go around

Question 5

If your brakes suddenly fail while driving, what should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Pump the brake pedal and downshift to slow the vehicle

Answer

Turn off the engine immediately

Answer

Jump out of the vehicle

Answer

Accelerate to find a safer road

Question 6

What does an intersection 'covered' by parked cars, buildings, or shrubs require from a defensive driver?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and be ready to stop because cross traffic may be hidden

Answer

Proceed at normal speed since you have the right-of-way

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Honk continuously while crossing

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Close your following distance for a better view

Question 7

Which action best prevents distracted driving?

Accepted Answer

Setting your phone, GPS, and music before you start driving

Answer

Texting only at red lights

Answer

Holding the phone below the window line

Answer

Using your knees to steer while eating