North Carolina DMV Driver
Practice Exam

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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: General Question

What are the colors of a sign which tells you the distance to the next exit of a highway?

A. Yellow with black letters.

B. Black with white letters.

C. Red with white letters.

D. Green with white letters.

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Category: NC2 - Traffic Signs

A diamond-shaped traffic sign means:

A. No left turn.

B. Come to a full stop.

C. Yield the right-of-way.

D. Slow down and drive with care.

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Category: NC2 - General

Two vehicles approach an intersection going in opposite directions with no signs or traffic lights. There is also a pedestrian waiting to cross the street and is walking in the same direction as Car 1. Car 1 wants to proceed straight through the intersection. Car 2 wants to make a left turn. In this situation, the right-of-away belongs to:

A. Driver of Car 1 only.

B. Driver of Car 2 only.

C. Pedestrian only.

D. Driver of Car 1 and the pedestrian.

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Category: NC2 - General

When driving on a highway at night, you should never use your high-beam headlights if you are:

A. Slowing down for a turn.

B. Traveling on a road with no median.

C. Going downhill.

D. Following another car.

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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

The best way to get good traction on hard packed snow is to:

A. Put chains on your tires.

B. Use snow tires.

C. Have lower than usual air pressure in your tires.

D. Carry heavy weights in your trunk.

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Category: NC2 - General

Every motor vehicle must be equipped with:

A. A muffler.

B. 4-ply tires.

C. Mud guards.

D. Shoulder harnesses.

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Category: General Question

The car behind you begins to pass you. You should:

A. Increase your speed so traffic will flow smoothly.

B. Pull to the right and stop so they can pass.

C. Maintain current speed or a slightly slower speed.

D. Blow your horn to allow them to pass.

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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: NC DMV Handbook

To get a revoked driver license restored, a person must do which of the following?

A. Wait for the revocation period to end and start driving again.

B. Go to a driver license office, pay a restoration fee, and reapply for a license.

C. Apply for a new license without any additional requirements.

D. Take a defensive driving course and automatically receive a restored license.

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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: Drugs & Alcohol

A person convicted of DWI for a third time, with at least one prior DWI conviction occurring within the past five years, will receive a mandatory driver license revocation of:

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. Permanent revocation

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Category: NC2 - General

If you are walking along a road at night, what should you do?

A. Walk on the right-hand side with the traffic.

B. Wear or carry something white.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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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: Road Signs

Sign - This sign below means?

A. No U-Turn

B. No left turn

C. No right turn

D. No turning

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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: 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: NC2 - Alcohol, Drugs, & Medications

Where does alcohol tend to concentrate more?

A. In the heart.

B. In the brain.

C. In the leg muscles.

D. In the chest.

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Category: General Question

If your turn signals fail, you should use __________ to indicate you are turning.

A. Your horn

B. Your headlights

C. Hand signals

D. Your emergency flashers

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Category: NC2 - General

If your car breaks down on a highway at night, you should do which of the following?

A. Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle.

B. Switch on the parking lights.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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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: 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: 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: 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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