NC Driver Practice Test

North Carolina DMV Driver
Practice Exam

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Category: NC2 - General

Which of the following statements about speed limits in North Carolina is correct?

A. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is 35 mph.

B. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for a school activity bus is 25 mph.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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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

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: NC2 - General

When changing a flat tire, you should do which of the following?

A. Put the vehicle in neutral gear.

B. Block the wheels.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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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: NC2 - General

The driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do the following:

A. Use a lower gear.

B. Pump the brakes when reaching the curve.

C. Brake firmly and steadily going.

D. Speed up slightly on the curve to maintain control of the truck.

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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: Drugs & Alcohol

What is one of the effects of alcohol on the driver's eyes?

A. The eyes scan very actively.

B. The eyes tend to stare at a point.

C. The eyes notice better motions on the sides.

D. The eyes catch very early other drivers' mistakes.

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

If convicted of failing to yield the right-of-way to a bicycle, motor scooter or motorcycle _________ points will be placed against your driving license.

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

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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

The most frequent type of accident on an interstate highways is:

A. A sideswipe collision.

B. Running off the road.

C. A rear-end collision.

D. A head-on collision.

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Category: NC2 - General

If your brakes fail, you should do which of the following?

A. Shift into a lower gear.

B. Use the emergency brake.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: General Question

You may drive across a sidewalk to:

A. Avoid driving over a speed bump

B. Enter or exit a driveway or alley

C. Make a U-turn

D. Pass a traffic jam

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Category: NC2 - General

A leaky exhaust system should be repaired because it:

A. Wastes gas and oil.

B. Causes the engine to run hot.

C. May allow dangerous fumes to enter the car.

D. Makes the engine hard to start and likely to stall.

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Category: NC2 - General

When driving through heavy fog, you should:

A. Turn on your bright lights

B. Slow down.

C. Follow the car in front you closely.

D. Turn on your parking lights.

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Category: General Question

Which statement(s) concerning speed limits on the open road in North Carolina is correct?

A. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit is 65 mph.

B. The speed limit for a school activity bus is 35 mph.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: General Question

You are waiting at a red light to turn right, and a pedestrian on your right is waiting to cross the street you want to enter. Who has the right-of-way when your light turns green?

A. The pedestrian has the right-of-way

B. You have the right-of-way only if the crosswalk is not marked

C. You have the right-of-way because your light is green

D. You have the right-of-way if you move first

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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 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: NC DMV Handbook

If convicted of passing a stopped school bus _________ points will be placed against your driving license.

A. 2

B. 3

C. 4

D. 5

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Category: General Question

The 3-second rule applies to the space ____ of your vehicle.

A. To the sides

B. Ahead

C. In back

D. All around

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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: 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 - General

When driving in heavy traffic, you should do which of the following?

A. Watch out for drivers who make quick stops.

B. Yield to pedestrians only at marked crosswalks

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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Category: NC2 - General

If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two-lane road, you should do which of the following?

A. Sound your horn to signal your intention to the driver of the car ahead.

B. Give a left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B

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North Carolina DMV Driver Practice Exam

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Practice Exam