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North Carolina DMV Driver
Practice Exam

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Category: General Question

If your tires are not inflated to the pressure recommended by the manufacturer, it may cause:

A. Low gas mileage

B. Uneven tire wear

C. Improper steering

D. All of the above

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Category: NC2 - Alcohol, Drugs, & Medications

You can be prosecuted in a criminal court of law if you are driving under the influence of a prescribed medication.

A. True

B. False

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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

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 - 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: NC2 - General

Four vehicles approach an intersection with a 4 way stop at the same time. Car B is ahead of Car A and both are in the same lane and want to proceed straight across. Car C is across the intersection from Car B and wants to proceed straight as well. Car D is to the right of Car B and wants to make a right turn. Which car must yield?

A. Car A.

B. Car B.

C. Car C.

D. Car D.

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Category: General Question

This sign below means?

A. Entrance to full parking lots

B. Entrance to road construction areas

C. Entrance to dead-end streets

D. Wrong-way entrance on one-way streets and expressway ramps

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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: 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: 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

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: 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: General Question

When a traffic signal light is not working you should:

A. Stop only if other vehicles are present

B. Slow down and stop if necessary

C. Stop and then continue driving when it is safe

D. Proceed through the intersection as usual

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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 - 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: General Question

To avoid accidents, drivers should communicate with each other by:

A. Signaling when changing lanes/direction, slowing down or stopping

B. Using their horns in emergencies and when really necessary

C. Using emergency flashers/flares/signs as needed

D. All of the above

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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: 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

The sign below means:

A. Crossroad or Intersection

B. First aid station

C. Church

D. Railroad crossing

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Category: NC2 - General

If you should have a blowout while traveling at a high speed, you should do which of the following?

A. Brake firmly as soon as you notice the blowout.

B. Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving.

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: 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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Category: General Question

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: NC2 - General

Three vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection. Car A is on the right of Car B. Car C is on the left of Car B. In which order should the cars pass through the intersection?

A. Car A, Car B, Car C.

B. Car B, Car A. Car C.

C. Car C, Car A, Car B.

D. Car B, Car C, Car A.

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Category: General Question

What does it mean when a school bus is stopped and its red lights are flashing

A. You may pass if no children are on the road.

B. You may not pass while the red lights are flashing.

C. You may pass if you are facing the front of the bus.

D. You may not pass if it is on the other side of a divided highway.

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