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North Carolina DMV Permit Practice Test 2026: Practice test 6

Practice test 6 of 8 for the North Carolina DMV Permit Practice Test: 25 more questions with answers and explanations.

  1. Question 1 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
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    Answer: B. Traffic ahead travels in both directions on the same road

    You are leaving a one-way road or divided highway. Oncoming traffic will be beside you, so keep right.

  2. Question 2 of 25

    What information should drivers exchange after a crash?
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    Answer: C. Names, addresses, driver license numbers, vehicle registration and insurance

    Give and get names, addresses, license numbers, registration and insurance details from the other drivers involved.

  3. Question 3 of 25

    You are in a left-turn lane facing a flashing yellow arrow. What may you do?
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    Answer: B. Turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians

    A flashing yellow arrow allows the turn, but you must first yield to oncoming vehicles and to pedestrians in the crosswalk.

  4. Question 4 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
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    Answer: D. People may be crossing; slow down and yield to pedestrians

    Watch for people crossing the road. Be ready to stop and yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk.

  5. Question 5 of 25

    You are in the middle of an intersection when you hear a siren behind you. What should you do?
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    Answer: A. Drive out of the intersection, then pull to the right and stop

    Do not stop inside an intersection. Clear it first, then pull over to the right and stop.

  6. Question 6 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
    PASSWITHCARE
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    Answer: A. The no-passing area has ended; you may pass when it is safe

    This sign marks the end of a no-passing area. Pass only when the road ahead is clear and it is safe.

  7. Question 7 of 25

    Which numbered marking means that drivers from both directions may not pass?
    123456
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    Answer: B. Marking 3

    A double solid yellow line (marking 3) means no passing in either direction.

  8. Question 8 of 25

    Which of these is a warning sign that you are too sleepy to drive?
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    Answer: D. Drifting over lane lines or hitting rumble strips

    Drifting from your lane or hitting rumble strips means you are drowsy. Stop in a safe place and rest.

  9. Question 9 of 25

    Only one kind of sign has this shape. What is the shape called?
    STOP
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    Answer: B. Octagon (8 sides)

    The eight-sided octagon is used only for STOP signs, so you can recognize it even from behind or when it is covered with snow.

  10. Question 10 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
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    Answer: C. There is a traffic signal ahead

    Slow down and be ready to stop for a red light. This sign is used where the signal is hard to see.

  11. Question 11 of 25

    At night, a car is coming toward you, as shown. When should you switch from high beams to low beams?
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    Answer: C. When it is within 500 feet

    State laws generally require low beams within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle, so you do not blind the other driver.

  12. Question 12 of 25

    Your brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor. What should you try first?
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    Answer: D. Pump the brake pedal to build up pressure

    Pumping the pedal may build enough pressure to stop. If that fails, use the parking brake slowly and shift to a lower gear.

  13. Question 13 of 25

    When may you pass another vehicle on the right?
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    Answer: A. When the vehicle ahead is turning left and there is room to pass safely

    You may pass on the right only when it is safe, such as when the car ahead is turning left or on a road with two or more lanes your way. Never use the shoulder.

  14. Question 14 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
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    Answer: D. You may not turn left here

    The arrow shows a left turn and the red circle and slash ban it. Go straight or turn right if allowed.

  15. Question 15 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
    SPEEDLIMIT55
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    Answer: D. 55 mph is the fastest you may legally drive here in good conditions

    A white speed limit sign shows the maximum legal speed. In bad weather or heavy traffic you must drive slower.

  16. Question 16 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
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    Answer: D. A sharp turn to the right is ahead; slow down a lot

    A sharp turn needs a much lower speed than a gentle curve. Look for a yellow speed plate under the sign.

  17. Question 17 of 25

    You are entering a freeway from an on-ramp, as shown. What should you do in the acceleration lane?
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    Answer: C. Speed up to match freeway traffic, then merge into a safe gap

    Use the acceleration lane to reach the speed of traffic, check mirrors and your blind spot, signal, and merge into a gap.

  18. Question 18 of 25

    In freezing weather, which part of the road often ices over first?
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    Answer: C. Bridges and overpasses

    Cold air flows above and below bridges and overpasses, so they freeze before other parts of the road.

  19. Question 19 of 25

    What does this sign mean?
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    Answer: B. Bicycles may cross or enter the road ahead

    Watch for people on bicycles crossing or riding on the road. Slow down and give them plenty of room.

  20. Question 20 of 25

    You park facing uphill next to a curb. Which way should you turn your front wheels?
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    Answer: B. Away from the curb, so the tire rests against the curb if the car rolls back

    Uphill with a curb, turn your wheels toward the center of the road and let the front tire gently touch the curb.

  21. Question 21 of 25

    Where is this pennant-shaped sign placed?
    NOPASSINGZONE
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    Answer: D. On the left side of the road

    The yellow pennant is posted on the left side of two-lane roads, where you look before passing. It marks the start of a no-passing zone.

  22. Question 22 of 25

    Where are a large truck's blind spots, or No-Zones?
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    Answer: A. In front, behind and along both sides

    Large trucks and buses have big blind spots on all four sides. Do not stay in them.

  23. Question 23 of 25

    What does the red circle with a slash on this sign mean?
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    Answer: A. The action shown inside it is not allowed

    On US regulatory signs, red is used for STOP, YIELD and the circle and slash that ban an action.

  24. Question 24 of 25

    What should you do when you see this sign?
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    Answer: C. Get ready to stop or turn; your road ends and you must turn left or right

    The T shape shows that your road ends at a cross street. Slow down and be ready to yield or stop before you turn.

  25. Question 25 of 25

    Compared with a sober driver, about how much more likely is a driver with a BAC of 0.08% to crash?
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    Answer: C. About 4 times

    Drivers at a BAC of 0.08% are about four times more likely to crash than drivers with no alcohol.

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