North Carolina Permit Practice Test 7 (2026)

Question 1 of 20

Unless posted otherwise, what is the maximum speed outside cities and towns (not an interstate)?

1. 45 mph
2. 70 mph
3. 55 mph

Question 2 of 20

When can you move your license plate to another vehicle?

1. Always, to any vehicle
2. Never
3. Same category, same owner name and continuous insurance

Question 3 of 20

What is the maximum speed limit on North Carolina interstates?

1. 65 mph
2. 70 mph
3. 80 mph

Question 4 of 20

A driver under 18 gets a second moving violation within 12 months. What is the suspension?

1. One year
2. None
3. 30 days

Question 5 of 20

What is the speed limit in a North Carolina city or town when no limit is posted?

1. 35 mph
2. 25 mph
3. 45 mph

Question 6 of 20

You are involved in a minor crash. What is the first thing the law requires?

1. Drive home and call later
2. Stop your vehicle immediately
3. Leave a note and go

Question 7 of 20

A crash on a highway lane has no injuries and both cars can be driven. What should you do?

1. Leave them where they are until police arrive
2. Push them into the median
3. Move the vehicles out of the travel lane onto the shoulder

Question 8 of 20

You want to cancel the insurance on a car you no longer drive. What should you do first?

1. Just stop paying
2. Leave the plate on and park it
3. Surrender the license plate before the insurance ends

Question 9 of 20

Your policy lapses but the insurer gives you a 'grace period'. Does North Carolina recognize it?

1. Yes, for 30 days
2. No; the state does not honor a grace period
3. Yes, for one year

Question 10 of 20

When must a crash be reported immediately to law enforcement?

1. When someone is killed or injured or damage appears to be $1,000 or more
2. Only when someone dies
3. Only if the police are already there

Question 11 of 20

What can happen to the license plate of a car driven without liability insurance?

1. It can be revoked for 30 days
2. Nothing
3. It is painted red

Question 12 of 20

You are about to be hit from behind and cannot move away. What should you do?

1. Turn around to look
2. Release the steering wheel
3. Brace between the wheel and seat and press your head against the head rest

Question 13 of 20

A head-on crash seems likely. What should you do?

1. Sound the horn, keep right and turn away from oncoming traffic, even off the road
2. Brake hard and stay in your lane
3. Swerve left into the oncoming lane

Question 14 of 20

After a crash, what information must you give the other driver?

1. Name, address, license number, registration number and insurance company
2. Only your first name
3. Nothing; let the insurers talk

Question 15 of 20

Can you be sued for helping someone at a crash scene in good faith?

1. Yes, always
2. No; the law protects people who render aid, except for intentional wrongdoing
3. Only nurses are protected

Question 16 of 20

An animal is in the road ahead. What should you do?

1. Swerve sharply into the other lane
2. Speed up
3. Brake firmly and stay in your lane

Question 17 of 20

A deer crosses the road ahead of you. What should you expect?

1. It is always alone
2. More deer may follow
3. It will stay still

Question 18 of 20

When are deer and other wildlife most active near roads?

1. At dawn, dusk and the first hours after dark
2. At noon
3. Only in winter

Question 19 of 20

What is a major cause of rear-end crashes in work zones?

1. Using headlights
2. Following the signs
3. Driving slower than surrounding traffic

Question 20 of 20

A train has just passed the crossing. Why should you not go immediately?

1. The gate may still be hot
2. Another train may be coming
3. It is illegal for one hour