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1. What type of sign is rectangular in shape and comes in green, brown or blue?
2. When you encounter a yellow arrow signal while turning left at an intersection, you must
3. A ____ on a two-way road allows you to cross over into the oncoming lane temporarily to pass a vehicle if it is safe to do so.
4. Should you drive slower than other traffic that is traveling within the speed limit?
5. The 'three-second rule' applies to the space ____ of your vehicle.
6. The typical speed at which an in-dash safety air bag travels when deployed is:
7. What is the maximum speed limit for a school bus?
8. Which of these is a safe driving practice?
9. If you are on a single or two-lane road and come to an intersection with a divided highway or a roadway with 3 or more lanes, you must
10. When backing up your vehicle, what is the maximum speed your vehicle should achieve?
11. You should increase the distance between your car and the vehicle ahead when you:
12. A chemical test is used to measure
13. Allowing a space cushion is important because it:
14. When applying for your driver's license what may you also do with your voter registration?
15. What is a common factor in the traffic deaths of teenage drivers?
16. Who has the right-of-way at an intersection with no crosswalks?
17. To turn right from a highway with two lanes in your direction, turn from:
18. If you are not feeling well, how is your driving affected?
19. Which of the following are known as uncontrolled intersections?
20. As you near an intersection, the traffic light changes from green to yellow. your best action would be to
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.