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300 Possible Exam Questions and Correct Answers/
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Practice Test with Answers
Which of the following statement(s) about speed limits for cars in North Carolina
is correct?
A. The speed limit outside a city is 55mph unless otherwise posted.
B. The speed limit inside a city is 25 mph unless otherwise posted.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B. - ANSWER-A
Which of the following statements about speed limits in North Carolina is correct?
A. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is 35 mph.
B. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for a school activity bus is 25 mph.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B. - ANSWER-A
When rounding a curve, a car tends to:
A. Speed up.
B. Move to the inside of the curve.
C. Stay in the center of the lane.
D. Move to the outside of the curve. - ANSWER-D
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,The maximum speed limit for a full size public school bus in North Carolina is:
A. 55mph
B. 45mph
C. 35mph
D. 25mph - ANSWER-B
Which of the following statements is false?
A. A heavier person has to ingest more alcohol than a lighter person to reach the
same blood alcohol content.
B. A heavier person can eliminate alcohol faster than a lighter person.
C. If two persons drink at the same speed, the heavier person will need longer to
reach the same blood alcohol concentration.
D. A heavier person needs to drink more than a lighter person because alcohol
mixes with the body fluids. Obviously, a heavier person has more body fluids than
a lighter person. - ANSWER-B
A person has been drinking but did not reach 0.08. Can we assume that he/she can
drive safely?
A. Yes, if the driver ate before drinking.
B. Yes, if the driver is a heavy person.
C. No, because even smaller amounts can affect judgment.
D. Yes, if the driver is not too tired. - ANSWER-C
What happens if you drink alcohol and take medication at the same time?
A. Medication always cancels the effects of alcohol.
B. Alcohol always cancels the effects of medication.
C. Both may combine and have unpredictable effects.
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,D. There is no scientific evidence that it changes anything. - ANSWER-C
What should you do if a doctor prescribes you some medication but you must
drive?
A. Ask the doctor whether you can drive or not.
B. Check your reactions as you drive and be ready to stop if you feel affected.
C. Bring an antidote to cancel the effects of the drug.
D. Do not worry; prescribed drugs never affect driving. - ANSWER-A
Can you be prosecuted in a criminal court of law if you are intercepted as you are
driving under the influence of a prescribed medication?
A. Not if you bring the prescription with you.
B. Yes, the law requires you to be in full control of yourself when you drive.
C. No, if something happens the doctor will be prosecuted.
D. No, as long as you do not reach 0.08. - ANSWER-B
Is it true that coffee can neutralize the effects of alcohol?
A. Yes, absolutely.
B. No, only the liver can eliminate alcohol.
C. Yes, if you drink it black and without sugar.
D. Yes, if you can take a cold shower. - ANSWER-B
What is one of the effects of alcohol on the driver's eyes?
A. The eyes scan very actively.
B. They eyes tend to stare at a point.
C. The eyes notice better motions on the sides.
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, D. The eyes catch very early other drivers' mistakes. - ANSWER-B
When rounding a sharp curve, you should do which of the following?
A. Stay as far to the left of your lane as possible.
B. Brake in the sharpest part of the curve.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B. - ANSWER-D
The driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do the following:
A. Use a lower gear.
B. Pump the brakes when reaching the curve.
C. Brake firmly and steadily going.
D. Speed up slightly on the curve to maintain control of the truck. - ANSWER-A
To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should do which of the
following?
A. Use a lower gear.
B. Drive in a zigzag pattern.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B. - ANSWER-A
If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two-lane road, you should do which of the
following?
A. Sound your horn to signal your intention to the driver of the car ahead.
B. Give a left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention.
C. Both A and B.
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300 Possible Exam Questions and Correct Answers/
2026-2027 Latest North Carolina DMV Permit
Practice Test with Answers
Which of the following statement(s) about speed limits for cars in North Carolina
is correct?
A. The speed limit outside a city is 55mph unless otherwise posted.
B. The speed limit inside a city is 25 mph unless otherwise posted.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B. - ANSWER-A
Which of the following statements about speed limits in North Carolina is correct?
A. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is 35 mph.
B. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for a school activity bus is 25 mph.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B. - ANSWER-A
When rounding a curve, a car tends to:
A. Speed up.
B. Move to the inside of the curve.
C. Stay in the center of the lane.
D. Move to the outside of the curve. - ANSWER-D
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,The maximum speed limit for a full size public school bus in North Carolina is:
A. 55mph
B. 45mph
C. 35mph
D. 25mph - ANSWER-B
Which of the following statements is false?
A. A heavier person has to ingest more alcohol than a lighter person to reach the
same blood alcohol content.
B. A heavier person can eliminate alcohol faster than a lighter person.
C. If two persons drink at the same speed, the heavier person will need longer to
reach the same blood alcohol concentration.
D. A heavier person needs to drink more than a lighter person because alcohol
mixes with the body fluids. Obviously, a heavier person has more body fluids than
a lighter person. - ANSWER-B
A person has been drinking but did not reach 0.08. Can we assume that he/she can
drive safely?
A. Yes, if the driver ate before drinking.
B. Yes, if the driver is a heavy person.
C. No, because even smaller amounts can affect judgment.
D. Yes, if the driver is not too tired. - ANSWER-C
What happens if you drink alcohol and take medication at the same time?
A. Medication always cancels the effects of alcohol.
B. Alcohol always cancels the effects of medication.
C. Both may combine and have unpredictable effects.
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,D. There is no scientific evidence that it changes anything. - ANSWER-C
What should you do if a doctor prescribes you some medication but you must
drive?
A. Ask the doctor whether you can drive or not.
B. Check your reactions as you drive and be ready to stop if you feel affected.
C. Bring an antidote to cancel the effects of the drug.
D. Do not worry; prescribed drugs never affect driving. - ANSWER-A
Can you be prosecuted in a criminal court of law if you are intercepted as you are
driving under the influence of a prescribed medication?
A. Not if you bring the prescription with you.
B. Yes, the law requires you to be in full control of yourself when you drive.
C. No, if something happens the doctor will be prosecuted.
D. No, as long as you do not reach 0.08. - ANSWER-B
Is it true that coffee can neutralize the effects of alcohol?
A. Yes, absolutely.
B. No, only the liver can eliminate alcohol.
C. Yes, if you drink it black and without sugar.
D. Yes, if you can take a cold shower. - ANSWER-B
What is one of the effects of alcohol on the driver's eyes?
A. The eyes scan very actively.
B. They eyes tend to stare at a point.
C. The eyes notice better motions on the sides.
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, D. The eyes catch very early other drivers' mistakes. - ANSWER-B
When rounding a sharp curve, you should do which of the following?
A. Stay as far to the left of your lane as possible.
B. Brake in the sharpest part of the curve.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B. - ANSWER-D
The driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do the following:
A. Use a lower gear.
B. Pump the brakes when reaching the curve.
C. Brake firmly and steadily going.
D. Speed up slightly on the curve to maintain control of the truck. - ANSWER-A
To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should do which of the
following?
A. Use a lower gear.
B. Drive in a zigzag pattern.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B. - ANSWER-A
If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two-lane road, you should do which of the
following?
A. Sound your horn to signal your intention to the driver of the car ahead.
B. Give a left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention.
C. Both A and B.
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