Take 2026 North Carolina Permit Test 16

QUESTION 1 / 25

This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/arizona-four_way_intersection.png

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AA steep grade is ahead.✓BYou must turn left ahead.✓CDo not enter.✓DA four-way intersection is ahead.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

About ____ of all traffic fatalities involve alcohol.

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A60 percent✓B38 percent✓C24 percent✓D10 percent✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

From top to bottom, the following is the proper order for traffic lights: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-traffic_signal_ahead_blank.png

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ARed, yellow, green.✓BRed, green, yellow.✓CGreen, red, yellow.✓DGreen, yellow, red.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

When encountering an aggressive driver, you should:

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AAvoid eye contact, slow down, and let them pass.✓BCut them off to slow them down.✓CRetaliate by tailgating them.✓DMake sure they know you disapprove of their behavior.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/indiana-steep_downgrade.png

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ASteep downgrade.✓BCrossroad ahead.✓CNo right turn.✓DNarrow bridge.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

What can you do to avoid the need to make emergency stops while driving in traffic?

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AHonk your horn to make others aware of your presence.✓BLook ahead and maintain a safe following distance.✓CDrive in the right lane only.✓DDrive more slowly than the flow of traffic.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

If you accumulate seven points on your driver license, which of the following may happen?<br>    I. You are required to file proof of financial responsibility.<br>    II. You can have three points deducted if you complete a driver improvement clinic.

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AI only✓BII only✓CBoth I & II✓DNeither I nor II✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

This green arrow on a lane use control signal means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-control_signal_green.png

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AYou may use this lane.✓BNo traffic is allowed in this lane.✓CYou have the right-of-way.✓DYou must merge into this lane.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

When you drive through an area where children are playing, you should expect them:

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ATo know when it is safe to cross the street.✓BTo stop at the curb before crossing the street.✓CTo run out in front of you without looking.✓DNot to cross the street unless they are with an adult.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

When you see this sign, you must: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-stop.png

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AStop completely and check for pedestrians and cross traffic.✓BSlow down without coming to a complete stop.✓CStop completely and wait for a green light.✓DSlow down and check for traffic.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

What color are pavement markings that separate traffic lanes moving in opposite direction?

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AYellow✓BWhite✓CYellow and white✓DYellow, white, and black✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

A bicyclist who doesn’t obey traffic laws:

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AIs in the right because bicyclists don’t have to obey traffic laws.✓BCan be ticketed.✓CWill always receive a warning from law enforcement.✓DWill have their bicycle impounded.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

If traffic signals at an intersection are not functioning due to a power outage:

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APark your vehicle as far off the road as possible and wait for power to be restored.✓BUse hand signals to indicate your intentions to other drivers.✓CTurn on your hazard lights and proceed through the intersection without stopping.✓DTreat the intersection as a four-way stop.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Stress can affect your driving by:

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ALowing your ability to focus on driving.✓BDecreasing your chances of an accident.✓CCausing you to fall asleep at the wheel.✓DMaking you more aware of others around you.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

If your license has never been suspended due to the North Carolina point system, accumulating ____ against your license within a three-year period will result in license suspension.

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A10 points✓B12 points✓C15 points✓D16 points✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

When is it illegal to drive below the speed limit?

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AWhen driving slowly disrupts the normal flow of traffic✓BWhen in heavy traffic in a construction zone✓COnly when driving in rural areas.✓DWhen driving under adverse weather conditions✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Your vehicle strikes an unattended parked vehicle and you cannot locate the vehicle’s owner. You:

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AHave done as much as you can.✓BMust stay until the police arrive.✓CMust leave a written notice containing your name, your address, and the circumstances of the accident.✓DMay go on your way.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway:

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AAs long as you turn on your four-way (emergency) flashers.✓BIf no part of your vehicle is on the road.✓CIf you need to look at a map for directions.✓DOnly if you have an emergency.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

A red traffic signal light means that you must:

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AStop at the stop line.✓BStop before entering any crosswalk.✓CStop before entering the intersection.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When adjusting your inside mirror, you should be able to clearly see:

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AThe entire rear window.✓BThe passengers in the backseat.✓CYour own reflection.✓DThe back seat.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

What are the colors of signs that tell you the distance to the next exit on a highway?

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AYellow with black letters✓BBlack with white letters✓CRed with white letters✓DGreen with white letters✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Night driving can be more difficult than driving during the day because:

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ACars overheat more quickly at night.✓BVisibility is reduced in the dark.✓CIt is more likely to be raining at night.✓DYou are more likely to encounter a motorcycle at night.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

What does an orange-colored sign indicate?

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AThe start of a no passing zone.✓BA railroad crossing is ahead.✓CA school zone is ahead.✓DThe presence of construction work.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When approaching a curve in the roadway, drivers should slow down:

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ABefore entering the curve.✓BAfter completing the curve.✓CIn the middle of the curve.✓DOnly if they see approaching traffic.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

A leaking exhaust system can:

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ACause excessive oil use.✓BRequire your vehicle to have a tune-up sooner than normal.✓CMake you drowsy while driving.✓DSet grass fires on country roads.✓

This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/arizona-four_way_intersection.png

About ____ of all traffic fatalities involve alcohol.

From top to bottom, the following is the proper order for traffic lights: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-traffic_signal_ahead_blank.png

When encountering an aggressive driver, you should:

This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/indiana-steep_downgrade.png

What can you do to avoid the need to make emergency stops while driving in traffic?

If you accumulate seven points on your driver license, which of the following may happen?<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;I. You are required to file proof of financial responsibility.<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;II. You can have three points deducted if you complete a driver improvement clinic.

This green arrow on a lane use control signal means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-control_signal_green.png

When you drive through an area where children are playing, you should expect them:

When you see this sign, you must: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-stop.png

What color are pavement markings that separate traffic lanes moving in opposite direction?

A bicyclist who doesn’t obey traffic laws:

If traffic signals at an intersection are not functioning due to a power outage:

Stress can affect your driving by:

If your license has never been suspended due to the North Carolina point system, accumulating ____ against your license within a three-year period will result in license suspension.

When is it illegal to drive below the speed limit?

Your vehicle strikes an unattended parked vehicle and you cannot locate the vehicle’s owner. You:

You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway:

A red traffic signal light means that you must:

When adjusting your inside mirror, you should be able to clearly see:

What are the colors of signs that tell you the distance to the next exit on a highway?

Night driving can be more difficult than driving during the day because:

What does an orange-colored sign indicate?

When approaching a curve in the roadway, drivers should slow down:

A leaking exhaust system can:

If you accumulate seven points on your driver license, which of the following may happen?<br> I. You are required to file proof of financial responsibility.<br> II. You can have three points deducted if you complete a driver improvement clinic.