North Carolina DMV Driving Test

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1. This red octagonal image in the sign with an arrow means that

You should be prepared to stop ahead. You must make a right turn ahead. You must not enter the roadway ahead. You are entering a work zone ahead.

2. Where there are 4 or more lanes with traffic moving in opposite directions, what do two solid yellow lines mark? The center of the roadway. The edge of the road. The individual lanes of travel. None of the above.

3. Unless posted, the acceptable speed limit in cities and towns is 50 mph. 35 mph. 25 mph. 45 mph.

4. Which of the following statements about the right-of-way is incorrect? At an uncontrolled t-intersection, the vehicle on the through street must yield to the vehicle on the terminating street. Drivers must yield to pedestrians at unmarked intersections. Vehicles turning left must yield to oncoming traffic Vehicles entering or crossing a roadway from a private driveway must yield to all oncoming vehicles.

5. What does this arrow-marked sign mean?

You are approaching a left turn. A sharp left turn is ahead. A sharp u-turn is ahead You are approaching a right turn.

6. On a divided highway, ____indicates the left edge of traffic lanes going in the same direction as you. A black line. A solid or broken yellow line. A red line. A solid or broken white line.

7. A motorcycle learner permit is valid for how long? September 4, 2018 March 4, 2019 September 4, 2019 March 4, 2018

8. If you drink alcohol socially, what helps insure safe driving Drink coffee before driving. Ride home with a friend who has not been drinking. Take a cold shower before driving Stop drinking one-half hour before driving.

9. This sign represents

A truck parking area ahead. A no-parking zone ahead. A heavy truck ahead. A hill ahead.

10. If you have had several beers before driving, the effects of alcohol will be reduced only by: Taking a cold shower. Waiting several hours. Drinking several cups of coffee.

11. Passing farm equipment in a no passing zone is what? Illegal, and highly dangerous. Inadvisable, but permissible. Legal, and perfectly acceptable None of the listed answers.

12. A ____ driver's license is required to operate a combination vehicle that is exempt from cdl requirements when the towed unit has a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,001 lbs or more. Class a regular. Class b regular. Class c regular Limited learning permit.

13. Assuming that the street is level, what should you do after you have finished parallel parking in a space between two other cars Leave your front wheels turned toward the curb. Make sure your car almost touches the car behind you. Move as far forward in the space as possible Straighten your front wheels and leave room between cars.

14. A 'no stopping' sign means that, unless directed to do so by a policeman, you may stop only Long enough to unload packages. To avoid conflict with other traffic. To discharge passengers For less than 5 minutes.

15. When two or more vehicles reach an intersection at the same time, the vehicle With more passengers has the right-of-way. To the left has the right-of-way. To the right has the right-of-way. With less passengers has the right-of-way.

16. When making a turn, you must ____ your speed. Increase. Reduce. Maintain. Vary.

17. The correct way to use a freeway exit ramp is: Don't slow down until you move onto the exit ramp. Pass slower traffic in the exit ramp. Slow down before entering the exit ramp Keep your speed constant once in the exit ramp.

18. 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? $10,000 $100,000 $25,000 $50,000 $60,000

19. Which of the following is true of slippery roads? Shaded areas may have hidden ice spots that freeze first/dry last. Bridges and overpasses usually freeze before roads do. Wet leaves cause slipping, and wet ice is slicker than ice alone. All of the above.

20. No driving skills tests are initiated after which of the following times? September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017

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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.