North Carolina Car Driving Permit Test-8 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1.

This sign means:

Watch for bicycles.
Bicycles not allowed.
Bicycle repair shop ahead.
Bicycles have the right-of-way.

Explanation

Q.2.

Drivers who have consumed alcohol before getting behind the wheel:

Are always aware of the risks they are taking.
Do not have sufficient control over their bodies and minds or the vehicles being driven.
Are better drivers because they are more careful than sober drivers.
Have quicker reaction times.

Explanation

Q.3.

When approaching a school bus that is stopped on the opposite side of a center turning lane on a four-lane roadway, drivers:

May continue driving.
Must stop until the school bus begins moving.
Must stop until the stop arm is lifted.
Must stop until the lights stop flashing.

Explanation

Q.4.

When approaching a flashing yellow light, drivers should:

Increase their speed.
Come to a complete stop.
Turn on their headlights.
Slow down and proceed with caution.

Explanation

Q.5.

This sign means:

One-way traffic.
Divided highway ahead.
Two-way traffic.
Keep left.

Explanation

Q.6.

If an approaching train is near enough or going fast enough to be a danger, you must:

Slow down and proceed with caution.
Not cross the tracks until the train has completely passed.
Cross the tracks at your own risk.
Find an alternative route across tracks.

Explanation

Q.7.

Drivers should use headlights when:

Visibility is 400 feet or less.
Driving between sunset and sunrise.
It is raining.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.8.

This sign means:

Sharp turn ahead, slow down.
Work crew ahead.
Side road.
Playground ahead.

Explanation

Q.9.

This sign means:

School ahead.
School crossing.
Pedestrian crossing.
Construction workers on or near the roadway.

Explanation

Q.10.

Consuming which of the following substances may impair your ability to drive safely and may result in an arrest for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII)?

Beer, wine, and other liquor
Controlled substances, such as illegal drugs or prescription medicines
Inhalants, such as glue or paint
All of the above

Explanation

Q.11.

A telltale sign of a drunk driver is:

They are weaving between lanes.
They are driving more slowly than the normal traffic flow.
They are making quick and sudden stops.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.12.

If your license has never been suspended due to the North Carolina point system, accumulating ____ against your license within a three-year period will result in license suspension.

10 points
12 points
15 points
16 points

Explanation

Q.13.

A driver entering public traffic from a driveway or private road:

Has the right-of-way.
Should yield to drivers already on the public road.
May force their way into traffic.
Can assume that other drivers will change lanes to make room.

Explanation

Q.14.

This sign means:

Narrow bridge ahead.
Lane ends or roadway narrows ahead.
Industrial area.
Freeway on-ramp ahead.

Explanation

Q.15.

This road sign means:

Parking spaces are reserved for people with disabled parking permits.
A circular intersection is ahead.
Traffic in the lane must turn in the direction of the arrow.
Lanes are reserved for buses and vehicles with a driver and one or more passengers.

Explanation

Q.16.

To change lanes you should:

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

Explanation

Q.17.

This road sign means:

Side road.
Keep to the side indicated by the arrow.
You may drive in the left lane.
You have the right-of-way.

Explanation

Q.18.

When you see this black and yellow sign, it means:

The road to the right is for one-way traffic only.
That due to upcoming roadwork, there is a detour to the right.
Slow down because the road ahead changes direction at an extreme angle.
There is a crossroad to your right.

Explanation

Q.19.

When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow arrow, drivers:

Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.
Should slow to a stop, if it is safe to do so.
May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
Have the right-of-way and may expect oncoming traffic to stop for them.

Explanation

Q.20.

You have the right-of-way when turning left on which of the following traffic signals?

A solid green light
A flashing yellow light
A green arrow pointing left
A flashing red light

Explanation

Q.21.

Which of the following happen(s) under the point system?<br>    I. A warning letter is sent when you get four points within three years.<br>    II. If you getpoints within three years, you may lose your license.

I only
II only
Both I & II
Neither I nor II

Explanation

Q.22.

If it has not previously been suspended, your license will be suspended for accumulating ____ within a three-year period.

10 points
12 points
15 points
20 points

Explanation

Q.23.

You must have a driver license to:

Unlock a passenger door.
Buckle a child into a safety restraint system.
Steer a vehicle that is being towed or pushed.
Turn off child locks in a vehicle.

Explanation

Q.24.

What can speed along the process of alcohol leaving a person's system?

Nothing. Only time will allow all alcohol to leave a person's system.
Cold showers.
Eating.
Drinking coffee.

Explanation

Q.25.

When you drive through an area where children are playing, you should expect them:

To know when it is safe to cross the street.
To stop at the curb before crossing the street.
To run out in front of you without looking.
Not to cross the street unless they are with an adult.

Explanation

Q.26.

This sign means:

All traffic must turn.
Turn right at the intersection.
Parking area ahead.
Crossroad ahead. Watch for traffic.

Explanation

Q.27.

When you want to make a right turn, your car must be:

Near the center of the street.
Close to the left side of the street.
Close to the right side of the street.
Past the center of the intersection when you begin to turn.

Explanation

Q.28.

Railroad crossings should always be considered:

Safe to cross, as it is unlikely that a train will be coming.
Dangerous.
Safe locations to park a car.
A place where it is required to stop

Explanation

Q.29.

Downward-facing triangular signs:

Indicate school zones.
Tell drivers to yield.
Indicate construction zones.
Indicate railroad crossings.

Explanation

Q.30.

This sign means:

One-way traffic.
Two-way left turn.
Two-way traffic.
Minimum speed limit.

Explanation

Q.31.

When you see this sign, you must:

Stop completely and check for pedestrians and cross traffic.
Slow down without coming to a complete stop.
Stop completely and wait for a green light.
Slow down and check for traffic.

Explanation

Q.32.

When making a turn, you must ____ your speed.

Increase
Maintain
Vary
Reduce

Explanation

Q.33.

At a school crossing sign, you should:

Always stop, whether there’s a stop sign or not.
Watch for children and be ready to stop.
Always sound your horn when you see children.
Be ready to help children crossing the street.

Explanation

Q.34.

Allow a larger space cushion than usual when stopping:

On an incline.
At an intersection.
At a stop sign.
At a toll plaza.

Explanation

Q.35.

When driving in winter weather, drivers should allow for at least ____ the normal stopping distance.

Three times
Two times
Five times
10 times

Explanation

Q.36.

If one of your tires blows out as you are driving, you should:

Brake hard immediately.
Try to steer straight while gradually slowing by removing your foot from the gas pedal.
Maintain your current speed and steer straight.
Swerve back and forth to alert traffic behind you.

Explanation

Q.37.

You are coming to an intersection and have a green light. Pedestrians are crossing against the red. You should:

Honk your horn.
Speed up and pass in front of the pedestrians.
Stop to let the pedestrians cross safely.
Drive close to the pedestrians and frighten them so they’ll think twice before crossing against a red light.

Explanation

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