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: 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: 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: General Question

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 you need to slow down or stop when other drivers may not expect it, you should:

A. Use your emergency brake

B. Look over your shoulder for traffic in your blind spot

C. Quickly tap your brake pedal a few times

D. Get ready to blow your horn

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

If convicted of driving with no license or an expired license (more than 1 year) _________ points will be placed against your driving license.

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

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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

If convicted of driving through a safety zone _________ points will be placed against your driving license.

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

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Category: NC2 - General

When rounding a sharp curve, you should do which of the following?

A. Stay as far to the left of your lane as possible.

B. Brake in the sharpest part of the curve.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

If convicted of watching, betting on or loaning a car for prearranged racing 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

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: General Question

Following closely behind another vehicle:

A. Helps you avoid other driver’s blind spots

B. Is a common cause of rear-end accidents

C. Increases fuel efficiency

D. Is part of the standard driving test

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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: NC DMV Handbook

If convicted of speeding in excess of 55 mph and at least 15 mph over the legal limit while attempting to avoid arrest your driving license will be suspended for __________ year(s).

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

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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: NC DMV Handbook

If convicted of hit and run (property damage only) _________ points will be placed against your driving license.

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

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Category: NC2 - General

When driving in a heavy snowstorm during the day, you should use:

A. Parking lights.

B. Low-beam headlights.

C. Four-way flashers.

D. High-beam headlights.

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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

A driver license is required for the following?

A. Sitting in the driver's seat of a car while the engine is running.

B. Steering a car while it is being pushed or towed by another vehicle.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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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. Railroad Crossing Sign

D. Warning Sign

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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: Drugs & Alcohol

T or F? In certain instances, a fourth DWI conviction could be considered a felony.

A. True

B. False

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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: 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

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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