Hardest Questions (North Carolina) (North Carolina) - 2026 DMV Practice Test

Question 1:

A driver cuts off another vehicle, or threatens another motorist or a pedestrian. These are examples of:

excessive driving

road rage

defensive driving

Question 2:

When driving on a wet road:

as you drive faster, your tires may lose traction.

you must be aware that the pavement gets even more slippery when it's been raining for long periods of time.

you should follow the vehicle ahead of you more closely.

as you decrease your speed, the road becomes more slippery.

Question 3:

If you are blinded by headlights on an approaching vehicle, you should:

avoid looking directly at the bright lights.

glance toward the side of the road, then look quickly ahead to determine the other vehicle’s position.

All of the above.

Question 4:

A driver who approaches an intersection:

must yield the right-of-way to traffic already in the intersection.

must drive straight through the intersection, even if another vehicle is already in the intersection.

has the right-of-way over traffic already in the intersection.

Question 5:

This sign warns drivers that:

the highway ahead is divided into two one-way roadways. Drivers should keep to the right.

there is a winding road ahead.

there is a double curve ahead.

Question 6:

A flashing red light:

is used at dangerous intersections.

means the same thing as a stop sign.

All of the above.

Question 7:

Does a vehicle prepared to enter a traffic circle or rotary have right-of-way over vehicles in the circle?

Yes, but only if they are entering the rotary from the right lane.

No. Vehicles already in the circle have the right-of-way.

Only if the light is green.

Yes.

Question 8:

This sign means:

divided highway ahead.

narrow bridge ahead.

road construction.

lane ends, merge left.

Question 9:

What is the purpose of minimum speed limits?

To keep a smooth traffic flow.

To halt the traffic flow.

To allow emergency vehicles with red flashing lights to safely pass other vehicles.

Question 10:

When driving behind a motorcycle:

allow a following distance of at least 4 motorcycle lengths.

allow a following distance of at least 2 car lengths.

allow at least 2 seconds of following distance.

allow at least 4 seconds of following distance.

Question 11:

This road sign means:

Crossroad

Hospital parking ahead

Merge

Question 12:

When they see this sign, drivers:

should be prepared to make sharp turns at a high speed.

need to be prepared to turn right and then left quickly.

should not speed up or brake quickly.

Question 13:

If the entrance lane is too short to allow acceleration to expressway speed, you should:

stop and wait for a large space in traffic.

enter the expressway and accelerate quickly.

reduce your speed to 15 MPH or less and blend with traffic.

Question 14:

This sign tells drivers that:

left and right turns are not allowed.

a divided highway is ahead.

they cannot go straight ahead.

Question 15:

This warning sign means:

You are approaching a school

Watch out for children crossing the street

Slow down, drive with caution and watch for children

All of the above.

Question 16:

You must come to a full stop at a yield sign:

Always.

Never.

If traffic conditions require it.

Question 17:

What does it mean If an oncoming driver flashes headlights at you during a period of low visibility?

Your headlights are too bright. You should turn them off.

Your vehicle was difficult to see. You should turn on your headlights.

Your headlights are too bright. You should use parking lights instead.

Question 18:

Where must you position your vehicle when you prepare to make a left turn from a two-way roadway into a one-way roadway?

As far to the right as possible.

On the right curb.

As close as possible to the center line.

Question 19:

Traffic lights are normally ____________ from the top to bottom or left to right.

red, green and yellow

green, yellow and red

red, yellow and green

Question 20:

ABS is the acronym for:

Anti-Braking System

Average-Beam System

Anti-Locking Brake System

Question 21:

You want to turn left at an intersection ahead. A car reaches the intersection from the opposite direction and moves straight ahead. You:

can turn left. You have the right of way.

must wait for the car to go through before you turn.

may not enter the intersection to prepare for your left turn if the light is green.

Question 22:

When you make a left turn from a one-way road into a two-way road, you must:

enter the two-way road to the left of its center line.

make a U-turn into the two-way road.

enter the two-way road to the right of its center line.

Question 23:

This sign indicates:

that you must not drive past this sign.

that you must yield the right-of-way.

the entrance to a construction site.

the entrance to a dead-end street.

Question 24:

What should you do if an oncoming vehicle crosses the centerline into your path?

Sound your horn, flash your lights, brake, and steer to the right shoulder

Steer left into oncoming traffic lanes

Close your eyes and brace for impact

Accelerate to try to pass them

Question 25:

What should you do if your headlights suddenly go out?

Brake immediately and activate your emergency lights.

Use your emergency lights, parking lights or directional signals.

Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.

Question 26:

What does this road sign indicate?

Drivers have the right of way over bikes turning left.

Vehicles turning left must yield to bikes entering a right turn lane.

Motor vehicles entering an exclusive right-turn lane must weave across bicycle traffic in bicycle lanes.

Question 27:

This sign warns ____________ ahead.

of two-way traffic

of a reduction of lanes

that a divided highway ends

Question 28:

You reach an intersection that is not controlled at the same time as a driver on your right, and both of you prepare to go straight. Who has the right-of-way?

You.

No one.

The other driver.

Question 29:

What does a yellow arrow signal mean?

The same as the yellow light, but applies only to movement in the direction of the arrow.

The same as a green light.

Vehicles moving in all directions must stop if they can. The light will soon be red.

Question 30:

When the driver behind you wants to pass, you should:

change lanes.

speed up.

use your brake lights.

slow down to allow room for the other driver to complete the pass safely.

Question 31:

If your gas pedal is stuck, you should:

hook your shoe under the pedal and see if you can free it. If not, shift into neutral and use the brake to slow your vehicle and get off the road.

ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.

turn off the ignition if your vehicle has power steering.

Question 32:

When they approach this sign, drivers must:

slow down and watch for children crossing the road.

obey signals from crossing guards.

stop if necessary.

All of the above.

Question 33:

A 4-way stop sign means:

The first vehicle to reach the intersection should move forward first.

Traffic from all four directions must stop.

There are four stop signs at the intersection.

All of the above.

Question 34:

When a hazard is seen ahead, reaction distance:

is the sum of perception distance and braking distance.

equals total stopping distance minus perception distance.

is how far a vehicle will continue to travel, in ideal conditions, before the driver hits the brakes.

Question 35:

Never make a U-turn from:

the lane you’re in.

the right lane.

the left part of the lane nearest to the centerline of the roadway.

Question 36:

When parking on a public road, drivers should:

move as far away from traffic as possible.

always park on the left side of the roadway.

All of the above.

Question 37:

When changing lanes, you should not:

signal your intentions early.

check your side and rear view mirrors.

use the inside rearview mirror to check for blind spots

check to see if other drivers are moving into the same lane.

Question 38:

Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are divided by ____ lines.

orange

yellow

black

white

Question 39:

You should never depend on your mirrors when you prepare to change lanes. Why?

Mirrors leave “blind spots” behind both sides of vehicles.

Mirrors need to be adjusted.

Mirrors are useless.

Question 40:

When you need to enter a freeway exit ramp:

don't slow down on the freeway itself. Wait until you are in the deceleration lane.

pass slower vehicles on the right.

slow down before entering the exit ramp.

don't slow down on the freeway itself, and maintain your speed once in the exit ramp.

Question 41:

When following a motorcycle, drivers must remember that motorcycles can ____________ than other vehicles.

accelerate much faster

stop much more quickly

stop much more slowly

Question 42:

This road sign is:

a speed reduction sign.

a warning sign.

a regulatory sign.

Question 43:

A steady yellow light means:

Be prepared to stop for the red light.

Drive with caution.

Be prepared to go. The light will soon be green.

Question 44:

Drivers may continue carefully through a yellow light if:

there are no pedestrians crossing.

they are turning right.

they already are within the intersection.

an emergency vehicle is crossing your lane.

Question 45:

While inside the roundabout, you should:

remain in your lane until you are ready to exit.

change lanes before you check for vehicles behind you.

use your left turn signal if you are in position to exit now.

Question 46:

When following motorcycles, drivers should:

reduce the minimum following distance.

try to pass them as they have different braking capabilities than other motor vehicles.

keep more space in front of their vehicle.

Question 47:

Vertical rectangles tell drivers:

the law.

what is not allowed.

the direction they should travel.

Question 48:

When a stop is required at an intersection with no stop line or crosswalk:

Drivers should stop only at a place where the driver can see at least 100 feet on either side.

Drivers are required to slow down to make sure crossing traffic is clear.

Drivers are not required to stop.

Drivers should stop at the point nearest the intersecting roadway where the driver has a view of approaching traffic on the intersecting roadway before actually entering the roadway.

Question 49:

When the road is slippery, you should:

brake suddenly carefully.

pump your brakes.

press your brakes in slow, steady strokes.

Question 50:

This sign warns drivers of:

low clearance.

a narrow bridge ahead.

a low place in the road.

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