North Carolina Permit Practice Test 10 (2026)

Question 1 of 20

Two cars reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time. Who has the right of way?

1. The vehicle on the left
2. The vehicle on the right
3. The one that honks first

Question 2 of 20

You have the right of way at an intersection. What does the law still require?

1. That you slow down
2. That you speed up
3. That you honk

Question 3 of 20

How should you look behind when backing up?

1. Turn and look over your right shoulder through the back window
2. Use only the mirrors
3. Look through the side window

Question 4 of 20

You are leaving a private driveway. What must you do?

1. Honk and pull out
2. Stop and yield to all vehicles and pedestrians
3. Yield only to trucks

Question 5 of 20

How far to the left of the vehicle you are passing must you stay?

1. At least six inches
2. At least two feet
3. At least 20 feet

Question 6 of 20

What is the maximum speed when backing up?

1. 20 mph
2. 25 mph
3. 10 mph

Question 7 of 20

On a four-lane highway with a median wider than 30 feet, how is each crossing treated?

1. As one single intersection
2. As a parking area
3. As a separate intersection

Question 8 of 20

When is passing on the right allowed on a two-way street?

1. Whenever the shoulder is wide
2. When the vehicle ahead is in the left-turn lane
3. Never

Question 9 of 20

On a multi-lane highway, which lanes should you check before changing lanes?

1. The lane you are moving into and the lane beyond it
2. Only the lane you are in
3. Only the lane to your left

Question 10 of 20

You park along a road at night. What should you do with the lights?

1. Leave the high beams on
2. Leave the headlights on
3. Turn on the emergency flashers and turn off the headlights

Question 11 of 20

You are entering a roundabout. Who has the right of way?

1. Vehicles and bicyclists already in the roundabout
2. You, because you are entering
3. Whoever is on the right

Question 12 of 20

What does this sign mean?

1. U-turn lane ahead
2. Road curves sharply
3. U-turns are not allowed

Question 13 of 20

A driver behind you honks to pass. What should you do?

1. Speed up so they cannot pass
2. Move to the left
3. Move toward the right edge and do not speed up

Question 14 of 20

Where should children age 12 and under ride?

1. In the front seat with an air bag
2. On an adult's lap
3. Buckled up in a rear seat

Question 15 of 20

Which of these is a place where you may not park?

1. In a marked space on the right side
2. On a bridge
3. In a parking lot

Question 16 of 20

An ambulance with siren and lights approaches from ahead on a two-lane road. What do you do?

1. Keep going at the same speed
2. Pull to the right edge and stop completely
3. Stop in your lane

Question 17 of 20

You are stopped at a red light and see this sign. May you turn right?

1. Yes, after stopping
2. No; wait for the green
3. Yes, without stopping

Question 18 of 20

What does this round yellow sign warn of?

1. A railroad crossing ahead
2. A road closure
3. A rest area

Question 19 of 20

On a hill or curve, how far ahead must you be able to see before passing?

1. At least 100 feet
2. At least 50 feet
3. At least 500 feet

Question 20 of 20

May a 14-year-old ride in the open bed of a pickup truck?

1. Generally no; children under 16 are prohibited
2. Yes, on any road
3. Yes, if under 35 mph