North Carolina DMV Running Test 2024

This guide provides an overview of common DMV-related questions and answers to help you prepare for the DMV exam.

Safe Parking

1. Wheels Direction:
   • Parked on a hill: Turn wheels to hit the curb if car rolls.

Driving in Adverse Conditions

1. Fog, Rain, Snow:
   • Use low beams for visibility without blinding others.

Road Signs

1. Railroad Crossing:
   • Prepare to stop and check for trains.
2. Pedestrian Crossing Sign:
   • Proceed carefully and watch for pedestrians.
3. Side Road Sign:
   • Be cautious of cars entering/exiting.
4. No Zone:
   • Avoid blind spots around large vehicles.

Interactions With Other Vehicles

1. Turning Right with Trucks/Buses:
   • Wait until they complete their turn.
2. Tailgating:
   • Merge into another lane to avoid tailgaters.
3. Passing Vehicles:
   • Maintain constant speed when being passed.
   • Larger following distance when following motorcycles.

Traffic Signals

1. Red Light with Officer Directions:
   • Follow officer instructions, even if lights are red.
2. Yellow Light at Intersection:
   • Stop if safe; if not, proceed with caution.

Alcohol and Driving

1. Influence Factors:
   • Affected by weight, not intelligence.
2. Drugs:
   • Even over-the-counter can impair driving.
3. Alcohol and Medication:
   • Can reduce effectiveness and increase side effects.
4. Improving Sobriety:
   • Only time is effective.

Lane Changes and Merging

1. Blind Spots:
   • Look over shoulder in direction of lane change.
2. Signal Usage:
   • Use signals 500 feet in advance on residential streets.

Safety Measures

1. Seat Belts:
   • Mandatory at all times.
2. Driving When Emotional:
   • Calm down before starting the engine.
3. Using Hazard Lights:
   • Use when stopped or disabled on the highway.

Special Situations

1. School Crossing Guards:
   • Follow their directions at all times.
2. Slowing for Collisions:
   • Can cause traffic jams; keep moving.

Speed Management

1. High Speeds:
   • Increases stopping distance and accident severity.
2. Slippery Roads After Dry Spell:
   • More slippery due to oil and dirt.
3. Safe Speed for Exits:
   • Follow posted maximum safe speed.

Miscellaneous

1. No Zones:
   • Blind spots around large vehicles.
2. Truck Speed on Hills:
   • Trucks may be slower than speed limits.

Conclusion

This guide highlights key safety measures, rules, and best practices for driving and preparing for the North Carolina DMV test. For more in-depth practice, additional resources are available.