2025 North Carolina Permit Test 22
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. The most important thing to remember about speed management and curves is that you must:
Explanation
The most important thing to remember about driving in curves is that your vehicle’s inertia may make it difficult to turn. To maintain control, it is essential that you slow down before entering the curve.
2. When driving at speeds of 45 mph or faster, 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 200 feet before you make the turn when you are driving at speeds faster than 45 mph. Continue signaling until you have completed the turn or lane change.
3. During normal weather and traffic conditions, keep a minimum following distance of:
Explanation
The more distance between your vehicle and others, the more time you have to react. Keep a minimum following distance of two seconds during normal weather and traffic conditions. Increase your following distance during unusual weather or traffic conditions.
4. This road sign means:
Explanation
This sign is used with a traffic signal to tell drivers that left-turning traffic does not have the right-of-way and must instead wait for oncoming traffic to clear.
5. As a pedestrian, you should:
Explanation
Pedestrians should not enter a street or crosswalk when vehicles are approaching. Though pedestrians have the right-of-way in crosswalks, a vehicle approaching from a close distance may not have the time to stop before entering the crosswalk.
6. If your vehicle begins to skid, you should:
Explanation
If your vehicle begins to skid, remain calm. Steer in the direction of the skid.
7. This sign means:
Explanation
Decrease your speed as you approach an intersection with a yield sign. Prepare to stop and yield the right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians in the intersection or crossroad. You must come to a full stop at a yield sign if traffic conditions require it.
8. This road sign means:
Explanation
This sign warns that the overpass ahead has a low clearance. Do not proceed if your vehicle is taller than the height indicated (in this case, 13 feet, 6 inches).
9. This road sign means:
Explanation
