North Carolina DMV Driving Test

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1. As the percentage of alcohol (bac) in your blood increases, you become: More intoxicated. More sober. More coordinated.

2. Bicyclists who have their own lane are ____. Breaking the law by taking up an entire lane that could be used by vehicles. Entitled to the full use of their lane as they wish. None of the listed answers Required to surrender the majority of their lane to another vehicle that wishes to pass.

3. What is the correct hand signal for indicating a right turn? Hand and arm extended downward. Hand and arm extended backward. Hand and arm extended upward. Hand and arm extended outward.

4. A single solid white line across a road at an intersection means that a motorist must ____ for a traffic signal or sign. Stop behind the line. Cross the line. Stop after the line. Slow down after crossing the line.

5. To see vehicles in your 'blind spots In your inside rearview mirror. In your side mirrors. Over your shoulders. Straight ahead.

6. Which shape signifies that a driver must yield to other vehicles and pedestrians before entering traffic? A circle. A rectangle. A square A triangle. An octagon.

7. Before changing lanes, drivers should Check the speed and look over shoulder toward the rear. Check side mirrors and look into rearview mirror. Check behind and look into side mirrors Check mirrors and look over shoulder toward the rear.

8. Which of the following is not a true statement regarding railroad crossings? Never start to cross if there is not room for your vehicle on the far side. Drivers must yield to crossing trains. It is wise to shift gears when crossing railroad tracks It is always important to check for more than one track before crossing.

9. If your vehicle starts to hydroplane, you should: Drive at a constant speed to gain better traction. Apply the brakes firmly to prevent your vehicle from sliding. Slow down gradually by easing the gas, and not applying the brakes. Accelerate to gain better traction.

10. You must yield for emergency vehicles: None of the above. Only when other vehicles yield. When you see a flashing red or blue light or hear a siren. Never.

11. Which of the following is true - people driving under the influence of alcohol are Not a problem. Every driver's problem whether they drink or not. A police enforcement problem only Only a problem to those who drink.

12. 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.

13. 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.

14. Provided your license is not expired, cancelled, or suspended, what must you do to get a duplicate? Call the department of motor vehicles and request one over the phone. Request one through the mail. Visit the department of motor vehicles website and request one online Visit the nearest driver license office and apply for a duplicate.

15. If you have a BAC of .10%, you are ____ times more likely to cause an accident than if you were sober. 3 5 7 10

16. What should a driver obey when an officer is guiding the flow of traffic? Drive as your normally would during traffic. Officer's hand signals. The normal traffic signals Simply follow what other drivers are doing. The normal signs.

17. If you refuse a legal chemical test issued by a law enforcement officer, the division of motor vehicles is required to: Assign you to a driver improvement clinic. Wait for a court decision before taking action. Revoke your driver license for at least 12 months. Place you on probation.

18. You want to turn left at an intersection. the light is green but oncoming traffic is heavy. you should Use the next intersection. Wait at the crosswalk for traffic to clear. Wait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear. Take the right-of-way since you have the light.

19. When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way Either one. Vehicle on the left. Vehicle on the right. Neither one.

20. What are the consequences that can result from driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs Possible imprisonment. A mandatory fine. Driver license revocation All of these choices.

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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.