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North Carolina DMV Permit Practice Test
Answer each question to see whether you got it right and why. The real North Carolina test has 25 questions and you need 20 correct (80%) to pass.
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- Official source: ncdot.gov
- Independent, not affiliated with the DMV. How we write our questions
How it works
- 1Pick an answer20 questions, one tap each.
- 2See the ruleRight or wrong, every answer is explained.
- 3Get your scoreCompared with the real 80% pass mark.
1Question 1 of 20

To turn left from a one-way street onto another one-way street, you must start the turn
2Question 2 of 20

What does this sign mean?
3Question 3 of 20

This sign means that
4Question 4 of 20

This service sign indicates that
5Question 5 of 20
If you are convicted of speeding at 60 mph on a roadway where the speed limit is only 40 mph, your license will be revoked for at least
6Question 6 of 20

What does this sign mean?
7Question 7 of 20

On a multilane roundabout, if you intend to exit the roundabout less than halfway around it, use
8Question 8 of 20
How many standard servings of alcohol can safely be consumed by an adult before driving?

9Question 9 of 20

If an animal suddenly runs in front of your vehicle, you should
10Question 10 of 20

When driving on a one-way street with three or more lanes of traffic, you must use
11Question 11 of 20

What does this sign indicate?
12Question 12 of 20

What does this flashing arrow panel mean?
13Question 13 of 20

What does this sign indicate?
14Question 14 of 20

This sign is
15Question 15 of 20

What does this sign mean?
16Question 16 of 20
Which of the following will help a drunk person to "sober up"?

17Question 17 of 20
_________ allow vehicles to slow down and leave expressways.
18Question 18 of 20

What does this sign mean?
19Question 19 of 20

When can you drive in a lane at which this sign is posted?
20Question 20 of 20
What should you do if you feel drowsy before you drive?

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Is this North Carolina DMV Permit Practice Test like the real North Carolina DMV Permit Test?
The questions are written in the same style as the real test, from official sources, with an explanation for each answer. The real test has 25 questions; this free test has 20.
How many questions are on the North Carolina DMV Permit Test?
The DMV Permit Test has 25 questions.
What score do you need to pass the North Carolina DMV Permit Test?
You need 20 out of 25 correct (80%).
How old do you have to be to take the North Carolina DMV Permit Test?
You can take it from age 15. A separate traffic signs test identifies signs by color and shape. Written test offered in several languages; oral test on request. Requires a driver ed certificate.
Where can I practice more questions?
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