North Carolina Permit Test Sample Questions
Real, North Carolina-specific sample questions from our practice question bank, with the correct answer, a full explanation, and a source reference for each. See our national sample questions for topics that apply to every state, or take the full North Carolina permit practice test to test yourself instead of just reading the answers.
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1. How much room must a driver give when passing a cyclist in a normal passing zone?
North Carolina law requires at least 2 feet of clearance when passing a cyclist; crossing into a no-passing zone to pass requires either 4 feet of clearance or fully entering the opposite lane.
Source: NC DMV, North Carolina Driver's Handbook, Bicycles
2. What does North Carolina law say about texting while driving?
North Carolina bans texting while driving for all drivers, regardless of age or license type.
Source: NC DMV, North Carolina Driver's Handbook, Distracted Driving
3. Under North Carolina's zero tolerance law, at what BAC can a driver under 21 be charged with DWI?
North Carolina enforces a true zero tolerance standard: a driver under 21 with any detectable alcohol can be charged with DWI.
Source: NC DMV, North Carolina Driver's Handbook, Alcohol and Driving
4. What is the minimum age to apply for a limited learner's permit in North Carolina?
North Carolina allows a limited learner's permit starting at age 15, after completing driver education and passing a written test.
Source: NC DMV, North Carolina Driver's Handbook, Getting a Permit
5. What does North Carolina's Move Over law require near a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights?
North Carolina's Move Over law requires drivers to change lanes away from a stopped emergency vehicle when safe, or slow down if they can't.
Source: NC DMV, North Carolina Driver's Handbook, Move Over Law
6. In general, how close to a fire hydrant is parking prohibited in North Carolina?
Parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant is generally prohibited so firefighters have clear access.
Source: NC DMV, North Carolina Driver's Handbook, Parking Rules
7. Under North Carolina law, who must wear a seat belt in the rear seat?
North Carolina requires all rear-seat passengers age 16 and older to wear a seat belt, though this alone cannot be the sole reason for a traffic stop.
Source: NC DMV, North Carolina Driver's Handbook, Occupant Protection