North Carolina DMV Practice Test
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Anyone operating a motor vehicle or motorcycle on public roadways in North Carolina must have a driver license or learner's permit. Driver test requirements include a vision test, a traffic signs test, a knowledge test and a driving test. To pass the signs test, you must identify the traffic signs by color and shape and explain what each means. The North Carolina DMV written test is about road rules and safe driving practices. Everything you need to know is covered in the North Carolina Driver's Handbook. The NC DMV test consists of 25 questions. To pass the North Carolina DMV test, you are allowed to miss 3 of the 12 questions about road signs, and 2 of the 13 questions about road rules.
Updated for 2026 DMV rules.
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You have the right-of-way when you are:
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Turning left at an intersection.
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Traveling within a roundabout.
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Driving faster than other vehicles.
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Entering a roundabout.
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This sign is used to warn drivers about:
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Drowsy driving.
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Road construction.
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Changes in traffic lanes.
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A curve ahead.
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3.
In a parking space reserved for individuals with disabilities, you may:
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Never park, but may stand even if you do not have a disabled person on board.
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Never park, unless you are a person with disabilities or a driver transporting a disabled person.
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Park if you are in a rush.
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Park in an emergency.
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4.
This road sign means:
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Do not enter.
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Sharp curve ahead.
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Turn left or go through.
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Two way left turn.
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When driving, if you miss your turn, you should:
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Back up as soon as you realize you missed it
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Back up using the shoulder, but only if your missed turn is 300 feet behind you.
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Keep driving until you can safely and legally turn around.
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Signal other drivers you need to make a U-turn.
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