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2026 North Carolina Permit Test 17
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QUESTION 1 / 25
You are driving on a highway divided by two solid yellow lines. You may:
Choose one answer below.
A
Cross these lines only to make a left turn into or from an alley, private road, or driveway.
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B
Cross these lines to pass other vehicles, but only if there is no oncoming traffic.
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C
Cross these lines under no circumstances.
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D
Cross these lines only to make a U-turn.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
You experience an incident at work that has left you feeling angry. When you get to your car, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Play the radio loudly so you won’t think about it.
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B
Drive fast on the interstate to let off steam.
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C
Take a few minutes to cool off before you begin your drive home.
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D
Stop at your favorite bar and have a few drinks before driving home.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
When encountering an aggressive driver, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Avoid eye contact, slow down, and let them pass.
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B
Cut them off to slow them down.
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C
Retaliate by tailgating them.
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D
Make sure they know you disapprove of their behavior.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
If an aggressive driver cuts you off, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Call the police immediately.
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B
Stay calm and move out of the aggressive driver's way.
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C
Flash your vehicle's lights to let the aggressive driver know he is wrong.
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D
Use a driving action of your own to get back at the aggressive driver.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means:
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching.
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B
Look both ways as you cross the intersection.
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C
Always come to a full stop at the intersection.
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D
Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
To pass a slower-moving vehicle on a two-lane, two-way road, you must:
Choose one answer below.
A
Not cross the centerline.
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B
Flash your lights at oncoming traffic.
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C
Use the shoulder.
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D
Use the lane that belongs to oncoming traffic.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/new-york-slippery_when_wet.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Don't drink if you are going to drive.
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B
Slippery when wet.
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C
Road curves ahead.
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D
You are approaching a hill.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/virginia-low_clearance.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Divided highway begins.
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B
A steep grade is ahead.
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C
The overpass ahead has a low clearance.
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D
Two lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions are about to merge.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
You may drive across a dashed white line:
Choose one answer below.
A
At any time.
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B
Only during daylight hours.
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C
When it is safe to change lanes.
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D
Only when passing a motorcycle.
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QUESTION 10 / 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
Choose one answer below.
A
You may use this lane.
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B
No traffic is allowed in this lane.
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C
You have the right-of-way.
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D
You must merge into this lane.
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QUESTION 11 / 25
You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Signal and keep your wheels turned to the left.
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B
Signal and keep your wheels straight.
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C
Flash your headlights so drivers will let you through.
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D
Drive around the rear of a car if it blocks you.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
What does a single dashed white line separating traffic mean?
Choose one answer below.
A
Drivers may pass, even if it could be dangerous.
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B
Lanes move in opposite directions.
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C
Drivers may not pass.
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D
Drivers may pass if it is safe to do so.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
As you near an intersection, the traffic light changes from green to yellow. Your best action is to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up to beat the red light.
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B
Apply the brakes sharply to stop.
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C
Be prepared to stop in the center of the intersection.
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D
Be prepared to stop before the intersection.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
How can a driver help prevent accidents during long trips?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop every couple of hours to rest.
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B
Avoid medication that may cause drowsiness.
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C
Set a limit of 300-400 miles of driving per day.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
When changing lanes you should not:
Choose one answer below.
A
Check your side and rearview mirrors.
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B
Give a turn signal to signal your intentions.
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C
Check for other drivers who may be moving into the same lane as you.
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D
Use your cell phone to contact the police to determine if the road ahead is clear.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
When making a turn, you must ____ your speed.
Choose one answer below.
A
Increase
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B
Maintain
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C
Vary
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D
Reduce
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QUESTION 17 / 25
When you are being tailgated:
Choose one answer below.
A
Move over to the right, if there is an open lane to your right.
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B
If there is not an open lane to your right, wait until the way is clear ahead and reduce your speed slowly to encourage the tailgater to drive around you.
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C
Never slow down abruptly.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
Highway markings:
Choose one answer below.
A
Are usually not important.
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B
Are only found in construction zones.
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C
Provide information for drivers.
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D
Are usually red and blue in color.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
Regulatory signs:
Choose one answer below.
A
Are placed in every location where there is a present danger.
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B
Indicate what a driver must or must not do.
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C
Are diamond-shaped and yellow or green.
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D
May warn drivers that they are approaching a school zone.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
This sign is a warning that you are approaching: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/new-york-railroad_crossing.png
Choose one answer below.
A
An intersection.
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B
A crosswalk.
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C
A railroad crossing.
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D
A blasting zone.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
You may not park within ____ of a fire hydrant.
Choose one answer below.
A
10 feet
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B
15 feet
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C
30 feet
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D
45 feet
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QUESTION 22 / 25
Another driver is trying to pass your car. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Pull off the road.
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B
Signal to the other driver when it is safe for them to pass.
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C
Check for oncoming traffic and adjust your speed to allow safe passing.
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D
Speed up.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
You are driving in the right lane of a multilane highway and want to move into the left lane. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Look in your rearview mirror for traffic behind you before changing lanes.
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B
Look over your left shoulder for traffic in your blind spot before changing lanes.
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C
Look in your side mirror for traffic and turn on your directional signal.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
Which of the following statements about railroad crossings is true?
Choose one answer below.
A
It is against the law to go around lowered gates at a crossing.
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B
You must stop at a railroad crossing when directed to do so by a flagger.
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C
Not all railroad crossings are equipped with flashing red signals and gates.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
If two drivers arrive at the same time to an open intersection:
Choose one answer below.
A
The driver on the right has the right-of-way.
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B
The driver on the left has the right-of-way.
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C
One driver may continue driving without stopping.
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D
One driver should honk to indicate that they are giving up the right-of-way.
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