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North Carolina DMV Driver
Practice Exam

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Category: General Question

The sign below means?

A. Truck crossing

B. Road narrows, right lane ends

C. Divided highway ahead

D. Hill ahead

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Category: NC2 - General

When a driver has a total of 7 points, which of the following may happen?

A. The driver can be required to file proof of financial responsibility.

B. The driver can have 3 points deducted if he/she satisfactorily completes a Driver Improvement Clinic.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: NC2 - General

When trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual transmission, you should do which of the following:

A. Start in second or high gear.

B. Accelerate rapidly.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: Road Signs

Sign - The sign below means:

A. Low place in the road

B. Soft shoulders

C. Watch for pedestrians

D. Come to a complete stop

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Category: General Question

When you drive through an area where children are playing, you should expect them:

A. To know when it is safe to cross

B. To stop at the curb before crossing the street

C. To run our in front of you without looking

D. Not to cross unless they are with an adult

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Category: NC2 - General

When driving through heavy fog, you should:

A. Turn on your bright lights

B. Slow down.

C. Follow the car in front you closely.

D. Turn on your parking lights.

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Category: NC2 - General

Four vehicles approach an intersection with a 4 way stop at the same time. Car B is ahead of Car A and both are in the same lane and want to proceed straight across. Car C is across the intersection from Car B and wants to proceed straight as well. Car D is to the right of Car B and wants to make a right turn. Which car must yield?

A. Car A.

B. Car B.

C. Car C.

D. Car D.

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Category: General Question

When the road is marked with a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line on your side you may pass

A. Only in an emergency

B. If you are on an expressway

C. If traffic is clear

D. Only at an intersection

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Category: NC2 - General

If you come to an unmarked intersection where it is hard to see in all directions because of trees or buildings, you should:

A. Drive at the posted speed limit.

B. Stop near the center of the intersection and continue if it is safe.

C. Slow down and sound your horn to warn drivers who cannot see you.

D. Stop at the intersection and move forward slowly.

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Category: NC2 - General

Conviction for which of the following carries the highest number of points?

A. Reckless driving.

B. Hit and run with property damage.

C. Driving without a license.

D. Passing a stopped school bus unloading children.

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Category: NC2 - General

Which of the following happen(s) under the point system?

A. A driver is sent a warning letter when they get 4 points within 3 years.

B. A driver who gets 12 points within 3 years may lose their license.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: Road Signs

Sign - This sign means:

A. Slow down, children at play

B. Watch for pedestrians crossing the roadway

C. Pedestrians stay on sidewalk

D. Come to a complete stop ahead

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Category: General Question

When approaching a bicyclist from the rear you should slow down and:

A. Wait until it is safe to pass the bicyclist with at least three feet of clearance

B. Tap your horn to warn the bicyclist

C. Follow at least five feet behind the cyclist till it is safe to pass

D. Stay as far as possible in the right lane without hitting the cyclist

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Category: NC2 - General

As you approach an intersection to make a right turn, you should turn on your right turn signal and do which of the following?

A. Steer slightly toward the center of the road to give yourself room to clear the corner.

B. Hold your arm straight out the window.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: General Question

A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means:

A. Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching

B. Look both ways as you cross the intersection

C. Always come to a full stop at the intersection

D. Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary

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Category: General Question

When parking downhill and the curb is absent, your front wheels must be turned:

A. Towards the road

B. Parallel to the road

C. Towards the side of the road

D. In the direction of traffic

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Category: General Question

On a two-way highway, you are allowed to drive on the left half of the roadway when

A. There is a double yellow center line

B. It is safe to pass, and passing is allowed

C. You are approaching a corner at which you intend to turn left

D. There is a solid line on your side of the center line

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Category: General Question

Who is responsible for knowing how your medications affect your driving?

A. You

B. Your doctor

C. Your pharmacist

D. The DMV clerk

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Category: NC2 - Traffic Signs

A diamond-shaped sign would be used to warn drivers of which of the following driving hazards?

A. A railroad crossing.

B. A deer crossing.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: NC2 - General

When you are walking at night along a road without sidewalks, you should do which of the following?

A. Walk on the left, facing traffic.

B. Keep your back to oncoming traffic.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

What happens if a driver is convicted of DWI while their license is revoked for an earlier DWI conviction?

A. Their car may be seized and sold.

B. They may be imprisoned.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: Drugs & Alcohol

What kinds of drugs, other than alcohol, can affect your driving ability?

A. Marijuana

B. An allergy medicine

C. A cold remedy

D. All of the above

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Category: NC2 - General

If you have to come to a stop on an icy road and your car is not equipped with ABS brakes, you should:

A. Use your parking brake.

B. Put the brake on hard.

C. Apply the brake in short hard jabs.

D. Pump the brake pedal lightly

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Category: Drugs & Alcohol

What should you do if a doctor prescribes you some medication but you must drive?

A. Ask the doctor whether you can drive or not.

B. Check your reactions as you drive and be ready to stop if you feel affected.

C. Bring an antidote to cancel the effects of the drug.

D. Do not worry; prescribed drugs never affect driving.

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Category: General Question

The sign below means:

A. Crossroad or Intersection

B. First aid station

C. Church

D. Railroad crossing

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