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1. When approaching or driving through a work zone, you must not
2. Which of the following scenarios would it be unsafe to pass?
3. Which of the following is an example of distracted driving that can risk your safety?
4. Seatbelts properly worn will:
5. A triangular orange sign on the back of a slow-moving vehicle indicates that
6. If an emergency vehicle with red flashing lights or using a siren is moving in your lane, you are required to
7. Which of the following hand signals would a driver use to indicate that s/he is turning left?
8. If someone has consumed alcoholic drinks, what will help the person overcome the influence of those drinks?
9. Which of the following would best improve traffic flow?
10. When do most crashes with farm equipment occur?
11. If an oncoming vehicle has started to turn left in front of you:
12. If there are still other vehicles in the intersection when your red light turns green, you should:
13. When driving what does it mean to communicate?
14. ____line(s) mean that passing is not allowed in either direction.
15. The flagger on the road warns drivers of
16. What should you do if you are overtaking a bicycle and an oncoming vehicle is approaching at the same time?
17. Before a motor vehicle can be licensed, proof of liability insurance coverage must be documented. what is the minimum amount of liability insurance required for all personal injuries in the event of a crash?
18. A driver who is taking a non-prescription drug should
19. After you have passed a car you should return to the right lane when you
20. If you suddenly have no control of the steering wheel, you should
To operate a motorcycle in North Carolina, you must have an endorsement on your current driver's license or a motorcycle learner's permit. Licenses are issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You can apply for a learner's permit at age 16. You can apply for a motorcycle endorsement if you currently have a full provisional, regular, or commercial driver's license. A motorcycle permit or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.
To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the motorcycle knowledge exam, and the traffic signs test. Minors will also need to successfully complete a motorcycle safety course. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the knowledge exam, the traffic signs test, and the motorcycle rider skills test.
Tests are scheduled through the DMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions on traffic laws and safe driving practices. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The traffic signs test examines your ability to identify signs by shape, color, and meaning. You must score at least 80 percent to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to handle normal and hazardous traffic situations. If you fail a test, you may have to wait between one and five days to retest.