North Carolina DMV Driver
Practice Exam

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Category: NC2 - General

As you approach an intersection to make a right turn, you should turn on your right turn signal and do which of the following?

A. Steer slightly toward the center of the road to give yourself room to clear the corner.

B. Hold your arm straight out the window.

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: General Question

Seat belts can be most effective as injury preventive devices when they are worn by

A. The person driving the car.

B. Passengers when they are on a long drive.

C. All occupants of a car being driven on an expressway.

D. Passengers and the driver whenever they are in the car.

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Category: NC DMV Handbook

The maximum speed limit for interstates is __________ mph.

A. 50

B. 60

C. 70

D. 80

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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: Drugs & Alcohol

Which of these statements is true about driving and taking drugs?

A. Only illegal drugs can impair your driving.

B. Over-the-counter drugs can impair your driving.

C. Any prescription drug is safe to use if you don't feel drowsy.

D. All of the above

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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: NC DMV Handbook

If convicted of driving on the wrong side of the road _________ points will be placed against your driving license.

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

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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: General Question

Before you reach the intersection, when crossing railroad tracks in slow traffic, you should:

A. Sound your horn as you are crossing the tracks

B. Stop on the tracks until your light turns green

C. Stop between the crossing gates in case they close

D. Wait until you can completely cross the tracks before you proceed

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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: 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: NC2 - General

The maximum speed limit for a full size public school bus in North Carolina is:

A. 55mph

B. 45mph

C. 35mph

D. 25mph

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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: NC2 - General

Which traffic is required to stop if a school bus makes a passenger stop in the far right lane on a five-lane street?

A. All lanes of traffic.

B. Lanes going in the same direction as the school bus.

C. Lanes going in the opposite direction of the bus.

D. Turning lane only.

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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: NC DMV Handbook

DWI Laws requires a driver who is convicted of a second DWI:

A. To attend alcohol safety schools

B. To serve a jail sentence.

C. To obtain a substance abuse assessment prior to the reinstatement of driving privileges.

D. All of the above.

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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: Road Signs

Sign - The sign below means?

A. You must turn left or right

B. You are approaching a T-intersection

C. The road that you are on intersects with a divided highway

D. Designates an overpass above a divided highway

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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: 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. No Passing Zone Sign

B. Stop Sign

C. Railroad Crossing Sign

D. Regulatory Sign

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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: NC DMV Handbook

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

A. 2

B. 3

C. 4

D. 5

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Category: NC2 - General

When pulling a trailer down a long steep hill, you should do which of the following?

A. Drive in a lower gear.

B. Keep in the right lane.

C. Both A and B.

D. Neither A nor B.

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