Take 2026 North Carolina Permit Test 5

QUESTION 1 / 25

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

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ANo right turn.✓BKeep right.✓CNo U-turn.✓DLeft lane must turn left.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

To safely pass a bicycle, you should:

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AHonk at the bicyclist to let them know you're trying to pass.✓BDrive in the bicycle lane until you get a chance to pass.✓CSlow down and give them as much space as possible.✓DRush ahead to pull in front of the bicyclist.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

When sharing the road with a truck, it is important to remember that trucks generally:

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ARequire longer distances to stop than smaller vehicles do.✓BRequire less time to pass on a downgrade than smaller vehicles do.✓CRequire a smaller turning radius than smaller vehicles do.✓DRequire less time to pass on an incline than smaller vehicles do.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

This sign shows one type of: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/maryland-t_intersection_ahead.png

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ARight turn.✓BIntersection.✓CLane change.✓DRoad curve.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

Two solid yellow lines on the pavement mean:

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APassing is allowed for drivers from both directions.✓BPassing is not allowed.✓CPassing is allowed if you are at the top a hill.✓DPassing is allowed during daylight only.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

What do speed limit signs indicate?

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APotential driving speeds for the area✓BThe maximum or minimum speed that is legally allowed to be driven✓CThe speed drivers should drive in heavy traffic✓DThe speed drivers should drive under poor conditions✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

You are stopped in a line of vehicles waiting at a stop sign. If there is no cross traffic after the vehicles ahead have passed through the intersection, you:

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AMay proceed through the intersection without stopping again.✓BMust stop again at the stop sign or stop line before proceeding.✓CMay slowly roll past the stop sign.✓DMay follow the vehicle directly ahead of you without stopping.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

A driver entering interstate traffic from an entrance or acceleration ramp:

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AShould yield to drivers already on the interstate.✓BHas the right-of-way.✓CMay force their way into traffic.✓DCan assume that other drivers will change lanes to make room.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

If you are driving on a one-way street and an emergency vehicle using its flashing lights approaches your vehicle, you must:

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ADrive with your flashers turned on.✓BDrive toward the nearest roadside and stop.✓CSpeed up and take the nearest exit.✓DSlow down until the vehicle passes you.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

How can a driver help prevent accidents during long trips?

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AStop every couple of hours to rest.✓BAvoid medication that may cause drowsiness.✓CSet a limit of 300-400 miles of driving per day.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

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

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ABicycle crossing.✓BStop only if other cars are approaching.✓CBicycle store.✓DSoft shoulders.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Drivers may not pass from either side of a ____ centerline.

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ACombination solid and broken yellow✓BSingle broken yellow✓CDouble solid yellow✓DSingle broken white✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Driving while being distracted by any activity:

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AIs never dangerous.✓BUsually causes the driver to react more slowly to hazards.✓CUsually causes the driver to drive faster.✓DIs only dangerous for young drivers.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Roads freeze quickly when they are:

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AFlat.✓BCurvy.✓CIn the sun.✓DShaded.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

What does a single dashed white line separating traffic mean?

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ADrivers may pass, even if it could be dangerous.✓BLanes move in opposite directions.✓CDrivers may not pass.✓DDrivers may pass if it is safe to do so.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

An arrow painted on the pavement means:

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ADrivers in the proper lane may make the movement indicated by the arrow, if they choose to do so.✓BDrivers in the proper lane must make the movement indicated by the arrow, but only if traffic lights are not working.✓CDrivers in the proper lane must always come to a complete stop before making the movement indicated by the arrow.✓DDrivers in the proper lane must make the movement indicated by the arrow while following directions indicated by traffic signals.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

You notice a vehicle defect which may affect the safe operation of your vehicle. You should:

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ACorrect the defect as soon as possible.✓BCorrect the defect when you can afford it.✓CDrive the vehicle at slower speeds.✓DDrive normally.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

Fog can greatly reduce the visibility of other vehicles, pedestrians, and traffic signals. When driving in fog, you should:

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ADrive cautiously and reduce your speed.✓BNot use your high beam headlights.✓CUse low beam headlights to better illuminate the road and objects.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

A solid yellow line on your side of the centerline means:

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ASlow down.✓BPass with caution.✓CDo not pass.✓DKeep right on hills.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When you want to make a right turn, your car must be:

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ANear the center of the street.✓BClose to the left side of the street.✓CClose to the right side of the street.✓DPast the center of the intersection when you begin to turn.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

If you become stranded in a snowstorm, the best thing to do is to:

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AGet out of the car and go for help.✓BLay down in your car and go to sleep.✓CWalk into the road and get the attention of other drivers.✓DStay in the car, as you are most likely to be found when you stay in your vehicle.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

If your wheels drop off the pavement and onto the shoulder of the road, you should:

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ABrake hard and turn sharply back onto the pavement.✓BStop your car on the edge of the road.✓CSlow down and very carefully turn back onto the pavement.✓DMaintain your speed and turn sharply back onto the pavement.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

If you reach an intersection where you wish to turn but you are not in the proper lane, you should:

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AQuickly cut across traffic to make your turn.✓BTurn on your blinker and make the turn from your current lane.✓CDrive to the next intersection and make your turn then.✓DSafely change lanes then put your vehicle in reverse to go back to the intersection.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

A driver can legally pass on the right side of another vehicle:

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AIf the vehicle is waiting to turn left and there is an available passing lane.✓BEven if it means driving off the pavement.✓COn a narrow bridge.✓DAt any time.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

Which of the following statements is true?

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ASignal at least 100 feet before changing lanes to pass and ensure there is no oncoming traffic.✓BUse your mirrors and look over your left shoulder to check your blind spot when passing to the left.✓CWhen passing, wait until you can see both headlights of the passed car in your rearview mirror before returning to your original lane.✓DAll of the above.✓