North Carolina DMV Driving Test

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1. A steady yellow arrow pointing left at an intersection indicates to the driver that The left-turn signal is about to change to red. He/she must increase speed. Oncoming traffic is stopped, and he/she may turn left None of the above.

2. What is the basic speed law? Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. Never drive faster than the posted speed limits. Keep up with the flow of traffic. All of the above.

3. What is the maximum speed limit for a school bus? 35 mph. 40 mph. 45 mph 50 mph. 55 mph.

4. 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.

5. To ensure the lane next to you is clear when you want to change lanes, you should: Turn your head and look over the right shoulder. Look into the rearview mirror only. Turn your head and look in the lane you are going to enter. Turn your head and look over your left shoulder.

6. In north carolina, a class b motor vehicle in regards to a commercial driver license is defined as a single motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) of at least: 22,001 lbs. 23,001 lbs. 24,001 lbs. 26,001 lbs. 25,001 lbs.

7. If you are following a truck that swings left before making a right turn at an intersection, you should remember that it is very dangerous to: Try to squeeze between the truck and curb to make a right turn. Apply your brakes until the truck has completed the turn. Violate the 4-second following distance rule. Honk your horn at the truck driver.

8. 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.

9. Which of the following situations is ideal for overtaking and passing another vehicle on the right? When the vehicle you are passing is making or about to make a right turn. When the vehicle you are passing is trying to change lanes. When the vehicle you are passing is making or about to make a left turn. None of the above.

10. To change lanes you should Check your mirrors, signal, and change lanes. Signal, check your mirrors, check your blind spot in the direction you plan to move, and change lanes. Signal and change lanes Signal, check your mirrors, and change lanes.

11. 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. Left lanes. Accelerating lanes. Right lanes. Middle lanes.

12. When an animal suddenly runs in front of your vehicle, you must Apply the brakes as hard as you can. Quickly drive around the animal. Concentrate on retaining control of your vehicle Use the horn and proceed.

13. A flashing yellow light means that you should: Stop and proceed when a green light appears. Continue through if the way is clear. Slow down and proceed with care. Stop and proceed when the way is clear.

14. After establishing residency in north carolina, new residents have this many days to obtain a north carolina driver's license? January 2, 2018 March 3, 2018 November 3, 2017 October 4, 2017 December 3, 2017

15. When your license is up for renewal, the dmv will mail you a reminder card to renew it this many days in advance? January 2, 2018 October 4, 2017 December 3, 2017 October 19, 2017 November 3, 2017

16. If you are being tailgated, you should: Brake quickly. Signal the tailgater when it is safe to pass you. Increase your following distance. Honk your horn and use your emergency indicators.

17. When overtaking and passing another vehicle on a two-lane road, you should pass On either the left or the right of the vehicle. On neither the left nor the right of the vehicle. Only on the left of the vehicle Only on the right of the vehicle.

18. If your address changes from that on your driver's license, you must notify the division within how many days? January 2, 2018 November 3, 2017 October 4, 2017 September 18, 2017

19. Which of the following hand signals would a driver use to indicate that s/he is turning left? Left hand and arm straight out, keeping hand and arm still. Left hand and arm up, keeping hand and arm still. Right hand and arm up, keeping hand and arm still. Left hand and arm down, keeping hand and arm still.

20. Should you drive slower than other traffic that is traveling within the speed limit? Yes. it makes the other traffic drive slower, too. No. you can block traffic when you drive too slowly. Yes. it is safer than driving too fast. Yes, provided you are not driving in the far left lane.

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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.