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1. If there are 3 or more lanes going in the same direction on a highway, the ____ are usually the smoothest, in terms of the flow of traffic.
2. If you are approaching a railroad crossing with red flashing lights, you must:
3. On a multilane road, if you see ____ on the side of your lane, you are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.
4. A solid white line on the right edge of the highway slants in towards your left. that shows that
5. When sharing the road with a trolley or light rail vehicle:
6. Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol content)
7. Which of the following driving skills is/are affected by the use of alcohol and/or drugs?
8. You may continue carefully through a yellow light if:
9. When an animal suddenly runs in front of your vehicle, you must
10. What should you do if your engine stalls while you are driving?
11. The driver and passengers of any vehicle moving forward must wear a proper seat belt at all times. which of the following is an exception to that rule?
12. If traffic prevents you from crossing all the way across a set of railroad tracks, you may proceed only when
13. How far away from a fire hydrant must you park?
14. To pass the signs test, you must be able to do what?
15. This sign represents
16. What does this road sign indicate?
17. What is the minimum fine if convicted of littering from a motor vehicle if it is your first offense?
18. When sharing the road with a truck, it is important to remember that, in general, trucks:
19. At an intersection with a stop sign, you should stop and:
20. Which of these vehicles must stop before crossing railroad tracks?
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.
