NC DMV Safe Driving Practices 3

Question 1

Your vehicle starts to skid on a wet road with the rear end sliding to the right. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction you want the vehicle to go

Answer

Easing off the gas and steering in the direction you want to travel helps the tires regain traction and straighten the vehicle.

Question 2

What does hydroplaning mean?

Accepted Answer

Your tires ride on a film of water and lose contact with the road

Answer

Hydroplaning occurs when tires lose road contact by riding on top of standing water, eliminating steering and braking control.

Question 3

If your accelerator sticks while driving, what should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Shift to neutral and apply the brakes

Answer

Shifting to neutral disconnects engine power from the wheels so you can brake and steer safely to the roadside.

Question 4

A tire blows out while you are driving on the interstate. What is the correct response?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Holding the wheel steady and slowing gradually prevents loss of control after a blowout, while hard braking can cause a spin.

Question 5

When driving in fog, which lights should you use?

Accepted Answer

Low-beam headlights

Answer

Low beams aim light at the road, while high beams reflect off fog droplets and reduce visibility further.

(NC DMV) North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test