North Carolina DMV Exam Simulator

Correct answer: 12 months by the DMV (plus an immediate 30-day revocation)

Refusing a required chemical test brings an immediate 30-day revocation plus an additional minimum 12-month revocation by the DMV. The refusal is also admissible as evidence in court.

Correct answer: 15 years old

You may apply for a Level One Limited Learner Permit at age 15 (but less than 18), if you have completed an approved driver education course and can present a Driving Eligibility Certificate, high school diploma or its equivalent.

Correct answer: 25 feet

You may not park within 25 feet of the curb line of an intersecting street (or within 15 feet of the intersecting right-of-way lines where there is no curb).

Correct answer: Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction the rear of the vehicle is skidding

In a skid, ease your foot off the accelerator and turn the steering wheel in the direction the rear of the vehicle is skidding, then straighten out to avoid over-steering.

Correct answer: All traffic from both directions must stop

On a two-lane roadway, when a school bus stops for passengers, all traffic from both directions must stop.

Correct answer: Be secured in a weight-appropriate child passenger restraint system

A child under age 8 and weighing less than 80 pounds must be properly secured in a weight-appropriate child passenger restraint system.

Correct answer: Up to about 20 feet in front, along both sides, and up to 200 feet behind

Trucks have serious blind spots up to 20 feet in front of the cab, along both sides (especially by the cab), and up to 200 feet in the rear.

Correct answer: Stop and wait for the green display before merging onto the freeway

A ramp meter controls traffic entering a freeway. On a red display you must stop; on a green display you may proceed to merge; when it is dark you may proceed without stopping and merge as conditions allow.

Correct answer: 35 mph

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit is 35 mph in cities and towns. Special speed limits may be posted for special areas.

Correct answer: Stay close to the right edge so another vehicle cannot move between you and the curb

For right turns, stay close to the right edge of the road so that another vehicle cannot move between your vehicle and the curb.

Correct answer: 30 days

A test result of 0.08 or more (0.04 in a commercial vehicle) triggers an immediate revocation of your driving privilege for a minimum of 30 days.

Correct answer: Between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m., while accompanied by your supervising driver

During the first six months, a Level One permit authorizes you to drive between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m. while accompanied by your supervising driver. Six months after issuance you may drive anytime with a supervising driver.

Correct answer: 200 feet

You may not park on the paved or main-travel portion of a highway, and parking on the shoulder is illegal unless the vehicle is visible to drivers from both directions for at least 200 feet.

Correct answer: Shift into a lower gear and apply the emergency (parking) brake

If your brakes fail, shift into a lower gear and apply the emergency brake. This may damage the brake or transmission, but under the circumstances there is no better choice.

Correct answer: Only traffic following the bus must stop

On a divided highway of four or more lanes with a median separation, only traffic following the bus must stop. Oncoming traffic separated by the median does not stop.

Correct answer: Properly secured in the rear seat

If the vehicle has an active front passenger air bag and a rear seat, a child under age 5 and under 40 pounds must be secured in the rear seat (unless the restraint is designed for use with a front air bag).

Correct answer: If you cannot see the driver in the truck’s side mirror, they cannot see you

A general rule for sharing the road with a tractor-trailer is: if you cannot see the truck driver in their side-view mirror, they cannot see you.

Correct answer: You have a protected movement and may proceed cautiously in the direction of the arrow

A green arrow means you have a "protected" movement and are permitted to cautiously enter the intersection to move in the direction the arrow indicates.

Correct answer: 55 mph

Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit outside cities and towns is 55 mph.

Correct answer: Reducing speed before the turn, then accelerating slightly through it

Reduce the vehicle’s speed before making the turn and then accelerate slightly as you complete it.

Correct answer: Consuming any alcoholic beverage, including beer, while driving

DWI laws prohibit drivers from consuming any alcoholic beverage while driving and from transporting an open container of alcohol in the passenger area of the vehicle.

Correct answer: At least nine months

You must hold the Level One Limited Learner Permit for nine months before applying for a Level Two Limited Provisional License.

Correct answer: On a crosswalk, sidewalk, or bridge

You may not park on a crosswalk, sidewalk, or bridge, in front of a driveway, or at an intersection, among other restricted locations.

Correct answer: Ease off the gas, steer straight, and return to the road only after slowing safely

Do not brake hard or turn back immediately — you could skid or overturn. Slowly ease off the accelerator, steer straight, let the engine slow you, and return to the road when it is safe.

Correct answer: All traffic from both directions must stop

On a two-lane roadway with a center turning lane, when a school bus stops for passengers, all traffic from both directions must stop.

Correct answer: Never be placed in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger-side air bag

Infants in rear-facing safety seats must never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger-side air bag; small children belong in a rear seat in a properly rated safety seat.

Correct answer: Watch the truck’s turn signals and give it extra room before trying to pass

Large trucks need extra turning room. Observe a truck’s turn signals before passing — a truck signaling left may swing wide, so check which way it is turning first.

Correct answer: Turning traffic must stop

A red arrow means turning traffic must stop. No turn is allowed while the red arrow is displayed.

Correct answer: 70 mph

The maximum speed limit for interstates is 70 mph, unless a lower limit is posted.

Correct answer: Motorcycles and bicycles are especially hard to see during a turn

Motorcycles and bicycles are especially hard to see during a turn. Always give the proper signal and look before turning to make sure you can turn safely.

Correct answer: In the passenger area of the vehicle

DWI laws prohibit carrying an open container of any alcoholic beverage in the passenger area of the vehicle.

Correct answer: A minimum of 60 hours, at least 10 of which occur at night

You must complete a Driving Log detailing a minimum of 60 hours of operation, at least 10 of which occur during nighttime hours. The log must be signed by the supervising driver and submitted with your Limited Provisional License application.

Correct answer: Your vehicle displays a handicap license plate or disability parking placard

Handicapped parking spaces may be used only when the vehicle displays a valid handicap license plate or disability parking placard.

Correct answer: Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and avoid braking until the vehicle slows

During a blowout, hold the steering wheel tightly to keep the vehicle straight, reduce speed by lifting your foot off the accelerator, and do not brake until the engine has slowed you enough to keep control.

Correct answer: When the stop signal is withdrawn, the red lights are off, and the bus starts to move

You must not attempt to pass a stopped school bus until the mechanical stop signal is withdrawn, the flashing red lights are turned off, and the bus has started to move.