2024 North Carolina Permit Test 16
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in North Carolina. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for North Carolina please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/north-carolina/car.
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10. As you near an intersection, the traffic light changes from green to yellow. Your best action is to:
Explanation
A steady yellow traffic light indicates that the light will soon change to red. You should be prepared to stop for the red light, if it is safe to do so.
11. When approaching a steady yellow traffic light, drivers should:
Explanation
A steady yellow traffic light indicates that a red light is about to appear. Stop unless you are already within the intersection.
12. If it has not previously been suspended, your license will be suspended for accumulating ____ within a three-year period.
Explanation
If you are convicted of certain motor vehicle violations in North Carolina, points are placed against your driving record. If your license has not been previously suspended and you accumulate 12 points within a three-year period, your license may be suspended for 60 days.
13. A work zone:
Explanation
Work zones are often stationary, but they may also be present in the form of moving vehicles striping lines, mowing, or removing snow. Work zones are marked by orange signs with black lettering or symbols. Slow down and pay extra attention when approaching or driving through a work zone.
14. When you see this sign, it means:
Explanation
Chevron signs like this indicate that the road curves sharply in the direction indicated by the chevron (in this case, to the left). There may be several chevron signs placed throughout a curve.
15. If possible, before beginning down a steep hill, you should:
Explanation
If possible, shift your vehicle into a lower gear before beginning to drive down a long, steep hill. Doing this will prevent you from causing excessive wear to the brakes by using your brakes too much to slow your vehicle while driving down the hill.
16. This sign means:
Explanation
Decrease your speed as you approach an intersection with a yield sign. Prepare to stop and yield the right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians in the intersection or crossroad. You must come to a full stop at a yield sign if traffic conditions require it.
17. If two drivers arrive at the same time to an open intersection:
Explanation
