North carolina driver's examination

This triangular sign is a "Yield" sign. When you see this sign, you must slow down to check for traffic and yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and approaching cross traffic. Stop only if it is necessary to do so.

When using a freeway exit ramp, do not slow down until you move onto the exit ramp.

Be very cautious any time you encounter an animal on the roadway. Pass the animal slowly to avoid startling or frightening it.

Passing a stopped school bus carries five points; reckless driving four points; a hit and run with property damage four points; and driving without a license (or with a license that has been expired for over a year) three points. When operating a commercial vehicle, passing a stopped school bus carries eight points; reckless driving five points; a hit and run with property damage five points; and driving without a license (or with a license that has been expired for over a year) four points.

Drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists must yield the right-of-way to funeral processions. When the lead vehicle enters an intersection, the remaining vehicles in the funeral procession may follow through the intersection regardless of any traffic control devices.

After stopping for a school bus that has its stop arm extended and its lights flashing, watch for children walking along the side of the road. You should always drive with caution when driving near children.

When approaching a stopped school bus that is using its stop signal, a driver is required to come to a complete stop. They should not proceed until the stop arm is withdrawn.

Driving more slowly than the flow of traffic can be hazardous. If you are on a two-lane, two-way road and driving so slowly that traffic is backing up behind you, you are required to pull off the road and let the other vehicles pass. Only drive significantly under the speed limit when conditions require it.

This sign indicates that the road ahead turns sharply to the right and then sharply to the left.