NC Driver Practice Test

North Carolina DMV Driver
Practice Exam

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Category: NC2 - General

To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should do which of the following?

A. Use a lower gear.

B. Drive in a zigzag pattern.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

If convicted of Illegal Passing _________ points will be placed against your driving license.

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

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Category: NC2 - General

In which of the following situations should you use your low beams?

A. At night in the city.

B. In foggy or misty weather.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: NC2 - General

How often is a vehicle inspection required?

A. One time every year.

B. One time every two years.

C. One time every three years.

D. Never

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

If convicted of failure to stop and give aid when involved in an accident your driving license will be suspended for __________ year(s).

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

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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: NC2 - Alcohol, Drugs, & Medications

If a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) must:

A. Place the diver on probation.

B. Wait for a court decision before taking action.

C. Assign the driver to the Driver Improvement Clinic.

D. Revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months.

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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. Yield Sign

C. Warning Sign

D. Railroad Crossing Sign

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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 - The sign below means:

A. Crossroad or Intersection

B. First aid station

C. Church

D. Railroad crossing

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Category: NC2 - General

Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard?

A. Middle-aged drivers.

B. Slow drivers.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: NC2 - Alcohol, Drugs, & Medications

Which beverage contains more alcohol?

A. 12 ounces of beer (360ml).

B. 4 ounces of wine (150ml).

C. 1.5 ounces of spirits (45ml).

D. They all have the same amount; .6 of an ounce (18ml) of alcohol.

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Category: General Question

When passing a bicyclist, you should

A. Blast your horn to alert the bicyclist

B. Move as far left as possible

C. Remain in the center of the lane

D. Put on your four-way flashers

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

If convicted of running through a red light _________ points will be placed against your driving license.

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

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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: NC DMV Handbook

If convicted of attempting to obtain a license or learner permit under false pretense your driving license will be suspended for __________ year(s).

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

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Category: NC2 - Alcohol, Drugs, & Medications

What is the effect of food when you drink alcohol?

A. There are no effects.

B. There are no measurable effects.

C. If you eat before drinking, alcohol enters the blood stream at a slower pace.

D. It neutralizes the effects of alcohol.

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Category: NC2 - Alcohol, Drugs, & Medications

If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor Vehicles must:

A. Place the driver on probation

B. Wait for a court decision before taking action.

C. Assign the driver to the Driver Improvement Clinic.

D. Revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months.

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Category: General Question

While driving, you see red reflectors in the pavement edge line, this indicates you are:

A. Approaching a stop sign.

B. In a no-passing zone.

C. Traveling in the wrong direction.

D. Approaching a busy intersection.

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Category: General Question

A broken white center line on the roadway means:

A. No turns are allowed

B. Reduce your speed ahead

C. You are in a no passing zone

D. You may change lanes with due care

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Category: General Question

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: 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: Drugs & Alcohol

T or F? A person's first conviction of DWI will result in a mandatory revocation of their driver license for a period of one year.

A. True

B. False

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Category: General Question

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: 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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North Carolina DMV Driver Practice Exam

North Carolina DMV Driver
Practice Exam