2024 North Carolina Permit Test 15

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in North Carolina. Each permit practice test question has three answer.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in North Carolina. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for North Carolina please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/north-carolina/car.

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10. Which of the following statements is true?

Explanation
When passing, you must always signal at least 100 feet in advance of your lane change. Always check behind you in your mirrors and look over your shoulder to check your blind spot. Wait until you can see both headlights of the passed car in your rearview mirror before returning to your original lane.

11. This road sign means:

delaware-do not enter
Explanation
If you drive past these signs, you are going the wrong way and are at risk of a head-on collision. You should cautiously turn around.

12. A flashing red light on a traffic signal means:

Explanation
A flashing red light means the same thing as a stop sign. If you encounter a flashing red light, you should come to a complete stop, yield to appropriate traffic and pedestrians, and only proceed when it is safe to do so.

13. What kinds of drugs can affect your driving ability?

Explanation
Many kinds of drugs can impair your ability to drive. This includes illegal drugs and legal prescription or over-the-counter medications. It can be a criminal offense to drive while impaired by any drug.

14. If you miss your exit on an interstate expressway:

Explanation
If you miss your turn or exit, do not back up or try to turn around on the highway. Go to the next exit and safely turn around.

15. If you stop along the road at night:

Explanation
If you stop along the road at night, turn on your emergency flashers and leave your low beam headlights turned on. Be sure that other road users will be able to clearly see your vehicle.

16. You cannot pass safely on a two-way, two-lane street unless:

Explanation
You cannot pass safely when driving on a two-way, two-lane street unless you can clearly see the road ahead, you can return to your lane before meeting oncoming traffic, and your vehicle is capable of the speed necessary to pass. Do not pass where it is illegal and unsafe to do so.

17. A vehicle must pass a safety inspection:

Explanation
Before you can renew your vehicle's registration, it must pass an annual safety inspection. This inspection must occur within 90 days of when you are renewing the vehicle. In several North Carolina counties, an emission inspection is also required.
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