2025 North Carolina Permit Test 19
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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1. A speed limit is:
Explanation
A speed limit is the maximum or minimum legal speed you can travel on a road under ideal conditions. You may drive more slowly than the posted speed, but it is illegal to drive any faster. You must drive more slowly where signs or signs indicate a school zone or work zone speed limit. If conditions such as road construction or bad weather make the posted speed unsafe, drive under the speed limit.
2. This road sign means:
Explanation
This sign indicates a low ground railroad crossing. Where this sign is present, railroad tracks cross the road at a steep slope and the bottom of low vehicles may drag or get caught on the tracks.
3. This road sign means:
Explanation
This sign indicates that the road ahead turns sharply to the right and then sharply to the left.
4. You are driving along a street and hear a siren. You cannot immediately see the emergency vehicle. You should:
Explanation
If you hear a siren or an air horn close by but do not know exactly where the emergency vehicle is, safely pull over to the right side of the road and stop until you are sure it is not headed toward you.
5. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit outside of cities and towns is:
Explanation
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit outside of cities and towns is 55 mph. If a different speed limit is posted, you should follow that speed limit.
7. When driving slower than 45 mph, you should signal to turn ____ before beginning the turn.
Explanation
When you wish to change lanes or make a turn, signal to inform other motorists of your intentions. Signals should be activated at least 100 feet before you make the turn when you are driving at speeds under 45 mph. Continue signaling until you have completed the turn or lane change.
8. Allow a larger space cushion than usual when stopping:
Explanation
You should allow more space in front of your vehicle than usual when you are stopped on an uphill slope. If the vehicle in front of you rolls backward toward your vehicle when traffic begins to move again, it is less likely that there will be a collision.
9. This sign is a:
Explanation
Warning signs are usually diamond-shaped and yellow with black lettering or symbols. They warn drivers about special situations or potential hazards ahead.
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