NC Permit Practice Test Questions and Correct Answers.

NC Permit Practice Test Questions and
Correct Answers
Question 1
As you approach an intersection to make a right turn, you should turn on your right
turn signal and do which of the following?
A. Steer slightly toward the center of the road to give yourself room to clear the
corner.
B. Hold your arm straight out the window.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B.
Correct Answer
D



Question 2
Which statement(s) concerning speed limits on the open road in North Carolina is
correct?
A. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for passenger cars and pickup trucks is 65
mph.
B. The speed limit for a school activity bus is 35 mph.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B.
Correct Answer
D



Question 3
Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations?
A. Just after passing the crest of a hill.
B. Just after rounding a curve.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B.
Correct Answer
C




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,Question 4
Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard?
A. Middle-aged drivers.
B. Slow drivers.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B.
Correct Answer
B



Question 5
The percentage of highway deaths caused by drunken persons is about:
A. 10%
B. 25%
C. 50%
D. 67%
Correct Answer
C



Question 6
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.
Correct Answer
A



Question 7
Passing on the right is legal on which of the following?
A. A 4-lane highway with 2-lanes going in each direction.
B. On a one-way street.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B.
Correct Answer
C




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,Question 8
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.
Correct Answer
A



Question 9
When driving in a heavy snowstorm during the day, you should use:
A. Parking lights.
B. Low-beam headlights.
C. Four-way flashers.
D. High-beam headlights.
Correct Answer
B



Question 10
If you should have a blowout while traveling at a high speed, you should do which of
the following?
A. Brake firmly as soon as you notice the blowout.
B. Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B.
Correct Answer
B




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, Question 11
Wet brakes can be dried out by doing which of the following?
A. Turning on the heater.
B. Slow down and then press the gas pedal as you keep a light pressure on the brake
pedal.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B.
Correct Answer
B



Question 12
If you miss your exit on an interstate highway, you can do which of the following?
A. Make a U-turn.
B. Go on to the next exit.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B.
Correct Answer
B



Question 13
When trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual transmission,
you should do which of the following:
A. Start in second or high gear.
B. Accelerate rapidly.
C. Both A and B.
D. Neither A nor B.

Correct Answer
A




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