North Carolina DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of these vehicles must stop before crossing railroad tracks? Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards. Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a trailer. Sport utility vehicles carrying 4 or more persons. Vans and buses.

2. The minimum drinking age in this state is ____ years. 18 9 21 20

3. In order to apply for a license, who must show proof of residency in north carolina? All applicants, even if they have applied before, must do so. All first time customers must do so. None of the listed answers No applicants need to show proof of residency.

4. If an emergency vehicle with red flashing lights or using a siren is moving in your lane, you are required to Pull over to the curb and stop. Proceed at normal speed. Increase your speed and clear the lane Reduce your speed and continue slowly.

5. A steady yellow light means that a ____ light will soon appear. Flashing yellow. Flashing red. Steady green. Steady red.

6. You are making a left turn from a two-way street into a one-way street. when you have completed the turn your car should be In the right lane of the street. In the center of the street. In the left lane of the street. In the lane with the least traffic.

7. What is the hand signal for making a left turn? Have the arm straight out and the forearm and hand straight up, palm facing forward. Hold your arm up towards the sky, waving your fingers. Hold the arm and hand straight out and point the first finger Point the arm and hand down, palm facing back. Point two fingers to the left.

8. If there are double solid yellow lines in the center of the roadway, you: May cross the lines to turn left into a private driveway. Are on a two-lane one-way street. Should treat the lines as a solid wall and not cross for any reason. May cross the lines to pass slower traffic.

9. To make a right turn onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start in the right-hand lane and end in: The left lane. The lane further away from the curb. The lane closest to the curb. Any lane that is available.

10. Making u-turns is not legal in which of the following areas? Near a crest of a hill or in a curve. On highways. At railroad crossings. All of the above.

11. Generally speaking, you are in a large truck's blind spot if you: Drive close to the large truck's left front wheel. Cannot see the truck driver in the truck's side mirrors. Follow no closer than ten feet behind the large truck. All of the above.

12. Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive? Tranquilizers, marijuana and sedatives. Cough syrups and cold tablets containing codeine or antihistamines. All of the above.

13. Which of the following is true of traffic circles and roundabouts in north carolina? A roundabout is a specially designed intersection. Never make a right turn from an inside lane. All of the answers listed Traffic moves in a counterclockwise fashion. Traffic moves to the right.

14. If you suddenly have no control of the steering wheel, you should Apply hand brakes. Change gears. Ease your foot off the gas pedal. Ease your foot off the brake pedal.

15. The knowledge test involves questions about what, exactly? None of the listed answers. Questions about the history of automobiles in america. Questions about how your vehicle works Safe driving practices and traffic laws.

16. If a vehicle stalls on the tracks and the motorist sees a train coming, the motorist must Give a signal to the oncoming train. Get out and walk clear of tracks. Try to start the engine. Open all doors and wait for the help.

17. If you have questions about insurance points, who should you contact? A law enforcement agency. The department of transportation. The department of motor vehicles Your insurance agent.

18. Which of the following are rules regarding pedestrians? If a traffic signal changes to yellow or red while any pedestrian remains in the street, drivers must allow the pedestrian to complete the crossing safely. The law gives a blind pedestrian special consideration at an intersection where there are no traffic signals when the pedestrian extends a white cane, or a white cane with a red tip or has a guide dog. All of the answers listed Pedestrians crossing with special pedestrian signals have the right of way just like when crossing with a green light. When crossing with a green signal, pedestrians have the right of way over all vehicles, including those turning across the paths of the pedestrians.

19. Lanes of traffic moving in the opposite direction are divided by ____ lines. White. Red. Black. Yellow.

20. A red arrow at an intersection indicates that The turning traffic must increase speed and turn quickly. The turning traffic must proceed with the same speed. The turning traffic must stop The turning traffic must slow down.

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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.