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North Carolina DMV Driver
Practice Exam

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Category: NC2 - General

When does the law give a blind pedestrian special consideration at intersections where there are no traffic lights?

A. Only when he is alone.

B. If he holds out a white cane or has a guide dog with him.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: General Question

Before you reach the intersection, when crossing railroad tracks in slow traffic, you should:

A. Sound your horn as you are crossing the tracks

B. Stop on the tracks until your light turns green

C. Stop between the crossing gates in case they close

D. Wait until you can completely cross the tracks before you proceed

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Category: Road Signs

Sign - A rectangular-shaped sign is

A. School crossing sign

B. Railroad crossing sign

C. Stop sign

D. Speed limit sign

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Category: Road Signs

Sign - The sign below means:

A. Turn at the next intersection

B. Divided highway ends

C. One-way street ahead

D. Road closed ahead

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Category: NC2 - Alcohol, Drugs, & Medications

Which of the following statements is false?

A. A heavier person has to ingest more alcohol than a lighter person to reach the same blood alcohol content.

B. A heavier person can eliminate alcohol faster than a lighter person.

C. If two persons drink at the same speed, the heavier person will need longer to reach the same blood alcohol concentration.

D. A heavier person needs to drink more than a lighter person because alcohol mixes with the body fluids. Obviously, a heavier person has more body fluids than a lighter person.

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Category: General Question

When may you legally drive around or under a railroad crossing gate?

A. Under no circumstances

B. When you can clearly see in both directions

C. When the gate does not seem to be working correctly

D. When you think you can drive through before it comes down

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Category: General Question

When do roadways become slippery the most?

A. After it has been raining for awhile.

B. During a heavy downpour.

C. The first rain after a dry spell.

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Category: Blank Road Signs

DMV Sign Recognition: The following is an example of which type of sign?

A. Stop Sign

B. Do Not Enter Sign

C. Yield Sign

D. No Parking Sign

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Category: NC2 - General

When driving on a city street, you should watch out for which of the following?

A. Traffic coming from side streets.

B. Animals or small children darting from between parked cars.

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: 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: NC DMV Handbook

The maximum speed limit for interstates is __________ mph.

A. 50

B. 60

C. 70

D. 80

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Category: NC2 - General

Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations?

A. Just after passing the crest of a hill.

B. Just after rounding a curve.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: NC2 - Traffic Signs

What is the main color for signs in highway work zones?

A. Red

B. White

C. Orange

D. Green

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Category: General Question

When parking your vehicle facing uphill with a curb, you should point your front wheels:

A. Into the curb

B. Away from the curb

C. Either into or away from the curb

D. Straight ahead

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Category: General Question

What should be done if you experience brake failure while driving?

A. Look for an area to slow down and stop after downshifting

B. Stop off the road and raise an alarm

C. Keep pumping the brake pedal quickly

D. Any/All of the above

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Category: NC2 - General

If you approach an intersection where there are no traffic lights/signs and a pedestrian is attempting to cross your path, who has the right-of-way?

A. The pedestrian.

B. The driver of the car.

C. No one.

D. Whoever reaches the intersection first.

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Category: General Question

You are waiting at a red light to turn right, and a pedestrian on your right is waiting to cross the street you want to enter. Who has the right-of-way when your light turns green?

A. The pedestrian has the right-of-way

B. You have the right-of-way only if the crosswalk is not marked

C. You have the right-of-way because your light is green

D. You have the right-of-way if you move first

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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

After a train has passed, you should

A. Wait for a green light

B. Proceed across the tracks

C. Blow horn and proceed

D. Check again for approaching trains and proceed with caution

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Category: Road Signs

Sign - The sign below means

A. Bicycle rentals are available here

B. Children at play

C. Bikeway crosses roadway, watch for bicycles

D. Park entrance ahead, watch for cars

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Category: General Question

When you enter a freeway, you should check traffic by using:

A. The inside and outside mirrors only

B. Only your rearview mirrors

C. All mirrors and turning your head

D. Only your left side-view mirror

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

A person has been convicted of DWI for the 4th time in 7 years.

A. 1 year driver license suspension.

B. 3 year driver license suspension.

C. Mandatory permanent driver license revocation.

D. None of the above,

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Category: General Question

In the intersection, you see a green arrow pointing to the left, you can:

A. Go in any direction

B. Make a protected turn left

C. Make a turn left or go straight

D. Turn left only if there are no vehicles coming from the opposite direction

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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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