Car Full Test

North Carolina Full Car Written Test

Welcome to the 'Car Practice Test'

This practice test will select 46 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 60 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz, with a hint available on each question should you need it.

Each question approximates the style and type used by the DMV for your real test.

Instructions:

  1. The test will begin after you select the 'Next' button below.
  2. For each question, choose from the four multiple choice answers provided.
  3. Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
  4. A confirmation screen will appear at the end for you to submit the test to be scored. Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

1.
[ Special Driving Situations ]
On curves, there is ___ pull on your vehicle.
2.
[ Lane Control ]
What is the correct interpretation of this sign?
3.
[ Traffic Controls ]
Which of the following is NOT true regarding a flashing yellow traffic signal?
4.
[ Sharing the Road ]
The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the right as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?
Hint


5.
[ Lane Control ]
What are turnout areas?
6.
[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]
If you purchase a vehicle from a private property, how long do you have to transfer the ownership of the vehicle?
7.
[ Handling Emergencies ]
What is the third step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?
8.
[ Parking ]
What should you do when you find a space to parallel park?
9.
[ Lane Control ]
Which lane should you drive in if you plan on making a right turn?
10.
[ Sharing the Road ]
Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)
Hint


11.
[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]
Which of the following is one form of financial responsibility of your vehicle?
12.
[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]
Why is it important to respect right-of-way rules?
13.
[ Sharing the Road ]
Which of these light signals implies the car will turn right or move to the right?
Hint


14.
[ Special Driving Situations ]
If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should reduce emissions and noise pollution by:
Hint


15.
[ Alcohol and Drugs ]
Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)
Hint


16.
[ Lane Control ]
Which of the following is true when passing vehicles at crossroads and railroad crossings?
17.
[ Visual Search ]
If it is hard to see 1,000 feet ahead of you, what should you do?
18.
[ Special Driving Situations ]
Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?
Hint


19.
[ Visual Search ]
Why is it important to not develop a "fixed stare" while driving?
20.
[ Handling Emergencies ]
You are traveling along a snowy or icy road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?
Hint


21.
[ Parking ]
What California penal code allows a vehicle to be removed after 4 hours?
22.
[ Sharing the Road ]
When you enter a construction zone, what should you do?
23.
[ Occupant Protection ]
How far should your passengers ride from the airbag cover?
24.
[ Alcohol and Drugs ]
In the event that you are convicted, for the first time, of DUI, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?
25.
[ Sharing the Road ]
You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?
Hint


26.
[ Safe Driving Practices ]
What should you do when changing lanes, slowing down, stopping, or turning?
27.
[ Traffic Controls ]
What is the correct interpretation of this sign?
28.
[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]
If you forfeit the citation fee, what is it the same as?
29.
[ Parking ]
When parking uphill, what way should you turn your wheels?
30.
[ Lane Control ]
What is a center left turn lane?
31.
[ Safe Driving Practices ]
What should you do if you have to stop in a tunnel?
Hint


32.
[ Occupant Protection ]
Which of the following is NOT a result from overexposure to heat?
33.
[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]
What is the correct course of action when you approach a pedestrian?
34.
[ Driver Readiness ]
Why should you be aware of warm air in the car whilst driving?
Hint


35.
[ Occupant Protection ]
Which of the following is a type of cognitive distraction?
36.
[ Alcohol and Drugs ]
You have been convicted of driving a car whilst intoxicated (after drinking too much alcohol). What will happen to your insurance?
Hint


37.
[ Occupant Protection ]
What is the correct way to wear a lap belt seatbelt?
38.
[ Turns ]
Which of the following is not an illegal U-turn?
39.
[ Turns ]
To make a left turn, what should you drive close to?
40.
[ Special Driving Situations ]
What can possibly happen if you drive faster or slower than the rest of traffic?
41.
[ Sharing the Road ]
If you are needing to make a turn, and you must enter a bike lane to do so, how much distance can you drive into the bike lane?
42.
[ Handling Emergencies ]
You are traveling along a wet road. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:
Hint


43.
[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]
Which of the following is true regarding funeral processions?
44.
[ Alcohol and Drugs ]
If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and you refuse to submit to a test, what can happen?
45.
[ Handling Emergencies ]
What is the sixth step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?
46.
[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]
What is a blind intersection?

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