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North Carolina DMV Driver
Practice Exam

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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: NC2 - General

The system that carries harmful fumes from the engine to the rear of the car and releases them is called the:

A. Ignition system.

B. Fuel system.

C. Suspension system.

D. Exhaust system.

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit is __________ mph outside cities and towns.

A. 25

B. 35

C. 45

D. 55

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Category: NC2 - General

In order to avoid being hit in the rear by another vehicle, you should do which of the following?

A. Drive cautiously and use your brakes often.

B. Check your rear-view mirrors often.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: Road Signs

Sign - The sign below means:

A. A Sharp turn to the right

B. Double curve, right then left

C. Double curve, left then right

D. Pavement ends

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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: 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: 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

If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an intersection, you should:

A. Go to the next intersection and turn there.

B. Back up and move into the correct lane for turning.

C. Wait until all other cars have cleared the intersection and turn.

D. Signal the driver in the car beside you that you intend to turn in front of him.

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Category: NC2 - General

If the driver of an approaching car fails to dim his/her lights, you should do which of the following?

A. Watch the road ahead to avoid looking at the lights of the other car.

B. Flick your headlight beams high and low once or twice.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: General Question

If a pedestrian is in a crosswalk in the middle of a block:

A. The pedestrian has the right-of-way

B. The pedestrian must yield the right-of-way

C. Vehicles have the right-of-way, but drivers must legally take care for the pedestrian safety

D. Drivers must honk the horn approaching the crosswalk, to urge the pedestrian to cross faster

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Category: Road Signs

Sign - From top to bottom, the following is the proper order for traffic lights

A. Red, yellow, green

B. Red, green, yellow

C. Green, red, yellow

D. Green, yellow, red

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Category: General Question

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: NC2 - Alcohol, Drugs, & Medications

Is it true that coffee can neutralize the effects of alcohol?

A. Yes, absolutely.

B. No, only the liver can eliminate alcohol.

C. Yes, if you drink it black and without sugar.

D. Yes, if you take a cold shower as well.

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

If a vehicle sways freely, leans heavily to one side during a turn or seems to bounce continuously, there may be a problem with the __________ system.

A. Ignition

B. Steering

C. Brake

D. Suspension

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Category: Road Signs

Sign - This road sign below means:

A. Stop if traffic is approaching

B. Three-way intersection

C. Crossroad

D. Railroad crossing

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Category: Road Signs

Sign - A diamond-shaped sign is a:

A. Road hazard sign

B. Interstate route sign

C. School crossing sign

D. Speed limit sign

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Category: General Question

If a school bus stops to unload children on a two-lane highway, vehicles traveling in the opposite direction are:

A. Not required to stop

B. Required to signal, then proceed with caution

C. Required to stop, then proceed with caution

D. Required to stop until the stop signal on the bus is withdrawn

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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 - Traffic Signs

A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection means which of the following?

A. Slow down and proceed with caution.

B. Stop, only if it is necessary to yield the right-of-way.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: NC2 - Alcohol, Drugs, & Medications

A person has been drinking but did not reach 0.08. Can we assume that he/she can drive safely?

A. Yes, if the driver ate before drinking.

B. Yes, if the driver is a heavy person.

C. No, because even smaller amounts can affect judgment.

D. Yes, if the driver is not too tired.

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit is __________ mph in cities and towns.

A. 25

B. 35

C. 45

D. 55

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Category: NC2 - General

When backing your car, you should do which of the following?

A. Move at no more than 10 mph.

B. Keep both hands on the steering wheel.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: NC2 - General

Studies have shown that under normal conditions the chance of a car being involved in an accident on an interstate highway is greater if the driver:

A. Maintains a steady speed.

B. Travels considerably below the posted speed limit.

C. Travels at the posted speed limit.

D. Maintains his position relative to cars in front and behind him in his lane.

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Category: NC2 - General

Three vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection. Car A wants to make a left turn and is across the intersection from Car B. Car B is ahead of Car C and both are in the same lane traveling in the same direction and want to proceed straight through the intersection. The law gives the right-of-way:

A. To Car A Only.

B. To Car A and Then Car B.

C. To Car B and then Car A.

D. To Car B.

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