NC DMV Driving Laws and Regulations 3

Question 1

Under North Carolina law, at what age can a teen apply for a limited learner permit (Level 1) under the Graduated Driver Licensing program?

Accepted Answer

15 years old

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14 years old

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16 years old

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17 years old

Question 2

In North Carolina, what must a driver do when approaching a steady yellow traffic signal?

Accepted Answer

Prepare to stop, as the light is about to turn red

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Speed up to clear the intersection

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Stop immediately regardless of position

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Treat it like a flashing yellow light

Question 3

What does North Carolina law say about texting while driving?

Accepted Answer

It is illegal for all drivers to manually enter or read text messages while driving

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It is legal if using one hand only

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It is only illegal for drivers under 18

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It is legal when stopped in moving traffic lanes at any time

Question 4

In North Carolina, when is it legal to pass another vehicle on the right?

Accepted Answer

When the vehicle ahead is making a left turn and there is room to pass safely on the roadway

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Whenever traffic is slow

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Any time on a two-lane road

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Only by driving onto the shoulder

Question 5

Under NC law, what is required of all front-seat occupants in a moving vehicle?

Accepted Answer

They must wear a seat belt

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Only the driver must wear a seat belt

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Seat belts are optional over age 18

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Only occupants under 16 must buckle up

Question 6

A driver in North Carolina refuses a chemical test after a lawful DWI arrest. What happens under the implied consent law?

Accepted Answer

Their license is revoked for at least one year

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Nothing, refusal is a legal right with no penalty

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They pay only a small fine

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They receive two points on their license

Question 7

In North Carolina, what should you do if you approach an intersection with a traffic signal that is completely dark due to a power outage?

Accepted Answer

Treat the intersection as a four-way stop

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Proceed without stopping if the road looks clear

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Yield only to vehicles on your left

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Wait for a police officer before proceeding