North Carolina Permit Practice Test 6 (2026)

Question 1 of 20

How many points do you get for not properly restraining a child?

1. 2
2. 5
3. None

Question 2 of 20

It starts to rain and you turn on the wipers. What else does North Carolina law require?

1. Turn on the hazard flashers
2. Nothing else
3. Turn on your headlights

Question 3 of 20

Why do drinking drivers often take bigger risks?

1. Alcohol gives false confidence
2. Alcohol sharpens reflexes
3. Alcohol improves night vision

Question 4 of 20

You are convicted of driving 72 mph in a 55 mph zone. What happens to your license?

1. Nothing; it is only points
2. It is revoked for at least 30 days
3. It is revoked permanently

Question 5 of 20

What are North Carolina's minimum liability insurance amounts for a car?

1. $10,000 per crash in total
2. No insurance is required
3. $30,000 per person, $60,000 per crash for injuries, $25,000 property damage

Question 6 of 20

When must headlights be on?

1. From sunset to sunrise and when visibility is 400 feet or less
2. Only after midnight
3. Only on interstates

Question 7 of 20

What sobers up a person who has been drinking?

1. Coffee
2. A cold shower
3. Only time

Question 8 of 20

How many points are removed when you complete the driver improvement clinic?

1. Three
2. All of them
3. One

Question 9 of 20

When does an extra penalty apply for speeding in a work zone?

1. Never
2. When a sign at the start of the work zone lists the penalty
3. Only at night

Question 10 of 20

On a dark open road, when should you switch from high to low beams?

1. Never
2. When approaching or following another vehicle
3. Only in fog

Question 11 of 20

How many license points can get you assigned to a driver improvement clinic?

1. Two
2. Twenty
3. Seven

Question 12 of 20

How many points within three years can lead to a license suspension?

1. 6
2. 12
3. 25

Question 13 of 20

Litter is thrown from your car. What is the minimum fine if you are convicted?

1. $250
2. $25
3. $5,000

Question 14 of 20

What should you do before driving after taking a new medication?

1. Nothing; only illegal drugs matter
2. Find out how it will affect you
3. Drink coffee to offset it

Question 15 of 20

How long is a first suspension under the point system?

1. 12 months
2. One week
3. 60 days

Question 16 of 20

You need to drive slowly on a highway with a posted minimum speed. What applies?

1. You may go as slow as you like
2. Minimum speeds apply only to trucks
3. You must still observe the posted minimum speed

Question 17 of 20

How many license points does passing a stopped school bus carry?

1. 5
2. 1
3. 2

Question 18 of 20

About how far does a car need to stop completely at 55 mph in ideal conditions?

1. About 50 feet
2. About 211 feet
3. About 1,000 feet

Question 19 of 20

What is the maximum speed limit for a school bus in North Carolina?

1. 45 mph
2. 55 mph
3. 35 mph

Question 20 of 20

If a crash cannot be avoided, how can you protect your face?

1. Lean toward the windshield
2. Use your arms and hands to shield it from breaking glass
3. Close your eyes and let go