NC DMV Speed Limits and Speed Management 2

Question 1

In North Carolina, driving at 80 mph or more can result in what automatic consequence regardless of the posted speed limit?

Accepted Answer

Immediate license revocation

Answer

A written warning only

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A $100 fine only

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Mandatory attendance at a driving course

Question 2

Which of the following behaviors qualifies as 'aggressive driving' under North Carolina law when it involves speed?

Accepted Answer

Exceeding a speed limit of 55 mph or higher by more than 15 mph

Answer

Driving 5 mph over the limit on any road

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Driving 10 mph over a posted 25 mph limit

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Driving exactly at the posted speed limit

Question 3

On a curve in North Carolina where your sight distance ahead is limited, at what speed should you drive?

Accepted Answer

Slow enough to stop within your visible distance ahead

Answer

Always at least 35 mph to maintain steering control

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Exactly at the posted speed limit regardless of visibility

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25 mph, since curves require a fixed reduced speed by law

Question 4

When road conditions are hazardous due to rain or fog in North Carolina, what does the Basic Speed Law require you to do?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed below the posted limit if conditions make it necessary for safety

Answer

Drive at the posted speed limit since that is what the law states

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Increase speed to exit the hazardous area as quickly as possible

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Maintain speed but only increase your following distance slightly

Question 5

On a multi-lane North Carolina highway, where should slower-moving vehicles travel?

Accepted Answer

In the right lane to allow faster vehicles to pass on the left

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In the left lane so faster vehicles can pass on the right

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In any lane of their choosing regardless of their speed

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In the center lane for maximum safety

Question 6

What is the default speed limit in a business district in North Carolina when no speed limit sign is posted?

Accepted Answer

35 mph

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25 mph

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45 mph

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55 mph

Question 7

NC law prohibits driving so slowly as to impede the normal movement of traffic. What is this provision called?

Accepted Answer

The Minimum Speed Law

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The Maximum Speed Law

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The Basic Speed Law

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The Flow of Traffic Rule