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2026 North Carolina Permit Test 18
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QUESTION 1 / 25
Before passing another vehicle, you should signal:
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Just before changing lanes.
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B
At any time.
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C
After changing lanes.
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D
Early enough for others to know your plans.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
You may continue carefully through an intersection with a yellow light if:
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A
There is an emergency vehicle crossing your lane.
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B
There are pedestrians crossing.
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C
You are turning right.
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D
You are already within the intersection when the light changes to yellow.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/montana-school.png
Choose one answer below.
A
You must drive slowly and sound your horn.
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B
A bus stop is ahead.
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C
You are entering a school's parking lot.
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D
A school zone is ahead.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
A good rule to remember for passing is:
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Pass on the right whenever possible.
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B
Drive with the flow of traffic and pass only as needed.
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C
Try to get to the front of any slow-moving traffic so that you can see better.
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D
Always flash your lights and sound your horn to alert other drivers to your intentions.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
To check your blind spot before changing lanes:
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A
Look into the left side mirror.
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B
Look into the right side mirror.
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C
Look into the rearview mirror.
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D
Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
When driving in rain, you must:
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Use low beam headlights.
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B
Use high beam headlights.
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C
Use parking lights.
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D
Use no lights.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/virginia-slippery_when_wet.png
Choose one answer below.
A
When pavement is wet, reduce your speed.
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B
The road ahead winds a series of turns or curves.
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C
Traffic increases ahead.
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D
Steep grade ahead.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
Certain highway signs require drivers to obey an indicated instruction. Such signs are known as:
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Regulatory signs.
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B
Warning signs.
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C
Information signs.
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D
Guide signs.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
You are borrowing an unfamiliar vehicle from a friend. You should:
Choose one answer below.
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Not put too much thought into it because all vehicles are the same.
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B
Hide from your friend that you are unfamiliar with the vehicle.
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C
Disregard any obvious defects to avoid embarrassing your friend.
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D
Take a few minutes before driving to familiarize yourself with the operation and location of all the vehicle’s equipment.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
What are the colors of warning signs indicating upcoming hazards?
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A
Black letters or symbols on a white background
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B
Black letters or symbols on a yellow background
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C
White letters or symbols on a blue background
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D
White letters or symbols on a green background
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QUESTION 11 / 25
If you are driving so slowly that traffic is backing up behind you, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Decrease your speed.
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B
Pull off the right side of the road and let traffic pass.
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C
Not let the other cars pass your vehicle.
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D
Use your four-way flashers.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
When the driver behind you wants to pass, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up.
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B
Go the same speed.
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C
Slow down to allow room in front of your vehicle for the other driver to complete the pass easily.
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D
Change lanes.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
If you become stranded in a snowstorm, the best thing to do is to:
Choose one answer below.
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Get out of the car and go for help.
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B
Lay down in your car and go to sleep.
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C
Walk into the road and get the attention of other drivers.
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D
Stay in the car, as you are most likely to be found when you stay in your vehicle.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
Consuming which of the following substances may impair your ability to drive safely and may result in an arrest for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII)?
Choose one answer below.
A
Beer, wine, and other liquor
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B
Controlled substances, such as illegal drugs or prescription medicines
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C
Inhalants, such as glue or paint
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D
All of the above
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Two solid yellow lines on the pavement mean:
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A
Passing is allowed for drivers from both directions.
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B
Passing is not allowed.
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C
Passing is allowed if you are at the top a hill.
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D
Passing is allowed during daylight only.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
You are driving up a hill and are approaching a heavy truck from the rear. You should know that:
Choose one answer below.
A
The truck may be traveling at a speed slower than the posted speed limit.
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B
You may not be able to safely pass the truck.
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C
You may not be able to legally pass the truck.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
The risk of hydroplaning can can be reduced by driving:
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Through shallow water.
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B
More quickly.
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C
More slowly.
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D
Through deep water.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
You have the right-of-way when turning left on which of the following traffic signals?
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A solid green light
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B
A flashing yellow light
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C
A green arrow pointing left
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D
A flashing red light
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QUESTION 19 / 25
This sign is used to warn drivers about: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-curve_right.png
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A
Upcoming intersections.
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B
Road construction.
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C
An upcoming curve in the road.
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D
Changes in traffic lanes.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
You may pass another vehicle:
Choose one answer below.
A
In a curve or on a hill because the chance is small that another vehicle is coming.
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B
By using the shoulder of the highway.
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C
If your lane is next to a solid yellow line and the passing lane is clear ahead.
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D
None of the above.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
You may avoid the risks of alcohol-related crashes by:
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Deciding before you start drinking that you are not going to drive.
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B
Simply saying, "No thanks, I'm driving," if someone offers you a drink.
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C
Calling a taxi.
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D
Doing any of the above.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
When a stop is required at an intersection and no markings appear to indicate a stop line or crosswalk, a driver:
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Is not required to stop.
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B
Is required to slow down to make sure crossing traffic is clear.
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C
Should stop only at a place where they can see at least 200 feet on either side, even if they have to enter the intersecting roadway.
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D
Should stop where they have a clear view of approaching traffic before they enter the intersecting roadway.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
You are approaching a railroad crossing that has no visible gates or flashing lights, but has a standard crossbuck. You should:
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A
Approach all tracks with extreme caution and cross only when you know that there is no train coming.
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B
Turn your radio down to hear if there may be an approaching train.
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C
Only continue once cleared to do so by a flagger, if applicable.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
It is best to keep a space cushion:
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Only in back of your vehicle.
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B
Only on the left and right sides of your vehicle.
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C
Only in front of the vehicle.
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D
On all sides of the vehicle.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
If you see this sign, you: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/hawaii-do_not_pass.png
Choose one answer below.
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Must not pass another vehicle.
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B
May pass a slow-moving vehicle if you can do so quickly.
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C
May pass if you know the road ahead.
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D
May pass, but only at night.
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