NC DMV Vehicle Operation and Control 3

Question 1

What does it mean to 'cover the brake' while driving?

Accepted Answer

Hold your foot just above the brake pedal, ready to press it

Answer

Covering the brake means positioning your foot over the pedal to reduce reaction time without actually braking.

Question 2

When making a right turn at an intersection, you should begin the turn from:

Accepted Answer

The lane closest to the right curb

Answer

Right turns must begin and end in the lane nearest the right edge of the roadway.

Question 3

Which of the following helps you maintain a safe following distance in normal conditions?

Accepted Answer

Keeping at least a two-second gap behind the vehicle ahead

Answer

A minimum two-second following distance gives you time to react to the vehicle ahead.

Question 4

If your vehicle starts to skid on ice, you should:

Accepted Answer

Steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go

Answer

Steering toward your intended path helps the tires regain traction and straighten the vehicle.

Question 5

When parking uphill next to a curb, you should turn your front wheels:

Accepted Answer

Away from the curb

Answer

Wheels turned away from the curb will catch on it and stop the car if it rolls backward.

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