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North Carolina (NC) Permit Practice Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
Is it true that coffee can neutralize the effects of alcohol?
Choose one answer below.
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Yes, absolutely.
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B
Yes, if you drink it black and without sugar.
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C
Yes, if you can take a cold shower.
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D
No, only the liver can eliminate alcohol.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
A person has been drinking but did not reach 0.08. Can we assume that he/she can drive safely?
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Yes, if the driver ate before drinking.
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B
Yes, if the driver is a heavy person.
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C
Yes, if the driver is not too tired.
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D
No, because even smaller amounts can affect judgment.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
What is the consequence of driving with a suspended license in North Carolina?
Choose one answer below.
A
Potential fines and additional suspension
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B
No consequences
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C
Free temporary driving permit
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D
License will be automatically reinstated
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QUESTION 4 / 25
At what age can a driver obtain a full, unrestricted license in North Carolina?
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16 years old
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B
17 years old
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C
18 years old
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D
21 years old
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QUESTION 5 / 25
What should you consider when driving in adverse weather conditions?
Choose one answer below.
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Using high beams to see better
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B
Speeding up to keep traffic moving
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C
Reducing speed and maintaining visibility
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D
Staying in the same lane regardless of conditions
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QUESTION 6 / 25
When driving in fog, you should use which of the following?
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High-beam headlights.
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B
Low-beam headlights.
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C
Parking lights.
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D
Emergency flashers.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
If a doctor prescribes medication, but you have to drive, you should:
Choose one answer below.
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Ask the doctor whether you can drive.
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B
Check how you feel while driving.
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C
Ignore if it's a low dose.
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D
Assume it's safe if it's prescribed.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
What should you do if a doctor prescribes you some medication but you must drive?
Choose one answer below.
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Ask the doctor whether you can drive or not.
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B
Bring an antidote to cancel the effects of the drug.
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C
Check your reactions as you drive and be ready to stop if you feel affected.
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D
Do not worry; prescribed drugs never affect driving.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
What should you do if it starts to drizzle while you are driving?
Choose one answer below.
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Allow at least twice the normal following distance
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B
Both A and B
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C
Neither A nor B
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D
Slow down because the rain will loosen oil and gravel on the road
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QUESTION 10 / 25
If you should have a blowout while traveling at a high speed, you should do which of the following?
Choose one answer below.
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Both A and B
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B
Brake firmly as soon as you notice the blowout
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C
Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving
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D
Neither A nor B
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QUESTION 11 / 25
What is one of the effects of alcohol on the driver's eyes?
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A
They eyes tend to stare at a point
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B
The eyes catch very early other drivers' mistakes
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C
The eyes notice better motions on the sides
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D
The eyes scan very actively
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QUESTION 12 / 25
How far in advance should you prepare to exit the highway?
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At least 500 feet
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B
At least 750 feet
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C
At least 1,000 feet
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D
At least 1,500 feet
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QUESTION 13 / 25
What is the effect of food when you drink alcohol?
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A
There are no effects
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B
There are no measurable effects
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C
If you eat before drinking, alcohol enters the blood stream at a slower pace
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D
It neutralizes the effects of alcohol
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QUESTION 14 / 25
How can you tell if it is safe to pass another vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
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By checking for oncoming traffic and road signs
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B
By using your rearview mirror only
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C
When the car in front of you speeds up
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D
Passing is never allowed
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QUESTION 15 / 25
How many feet should you park from a fire hydrant?
Choose one answer below.
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5 feet
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B
10 feet
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C
15 feet
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D
20 feet
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QUESTION 16 / 25
How should you react to an emergency vehicle with flashing lights?
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A
Pull over to the right and stop
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B
Continue driving at the same speed
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C
Speed up to get away
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D
Turn around and go the opposite direction
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QUESTION 17 / 25
What must a person do to get a revoked driver license restored?
Choose one answer below.
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Go to a driver license office, pay a restoration fee, and reapply for a license.
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B
Obtain permission from the Driver License Section in Raleigh to reapply for a license.
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C
Both A and B.
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D
Neither A nor B.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
What is the minimum distance you should follow behind a motorcycle?
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At least 2 seconds
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B
At least 3 seconds
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C
At least 4 seconds
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D
At least 5 seconds
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QUESTION 19 / 25
What type of sign indicates a school zone?
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A
yellow pentagon sign
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B
red circle sign
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C
green rectangular sign
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D
blue square sign
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QUESTION 20 / 25
To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should do which of the following?
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Both A and B.
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B
Drive in a zigzag pattern.
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C
Neither A nor B.
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D
Use a lower gear.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
Wet brakes can be dried out by doing which of the following?
Choose one answer below.
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Both A and B
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B
Neither A nor B
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C
Slow down and then press the gas pedal as you keep a light pressure on the brake pedal
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D
Turning on the heater
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QUESTION 22 / 25
When rounding a curve, a car tends to:
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Move to the inside of the curve.
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B
Move to the outside of the curve.
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C
Speed up.
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D
Stay in the center of the lane.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
When changing a flat tire, you should do which of the following?
Choose one answer below.
A
Block the wheels
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B
Both A and B
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C
Neither A nor B
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D
Put the vehicle in neutral gear
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QUESTION 24 / 25
When driving through heavy fog, you should:
Choose one answer below.
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Follow the car in front you closely
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B
Slow down
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C
Turn on your bright lights
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D
Turn on your parking lights
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QUESTION 25 / 25
When driving in heavy traffic, you should do which of the following?
Choose one answer below.
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Both A and B
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B
Neither A nor B
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C
Watch out for drivers who make quick stops
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D
Yield to pedestrians only at marked crosswalks
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