North Carolina

North Carolina DMV Practice Tests

Three free practice tests written for North Carolina: the permit test for a Driver License, the motorcycle knowledge test, and the CDL knowledge test, 300 questions in all. The real tests are given by North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles; DMV Exam Pass is an independent study service. Every answer is explained, and there is no sign-up.

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Which North Carolina license are you preparing for?

Motorcycle License

North Carolina Motorcycle Practice Test

100 questions across 10 topics, written for the Official NCDMV Driver Handbooks page. 1 are illustrated.

Sample: "A 19-year-old Raleigh commuter already has a North Carolina driver license but no motorcycle credential. Which lawful first step fits the statute?"

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CDL

North Carolina CDL Practice Test

100 questions across 10 topics, written for the North Carolina Commercial Driver License Manual (2005 CDL Testing System (July 2014)). 1 are illustrated.

Sample: "A power unit and trailer have a combined rating of 34,600 pounds. The trailer alone is rated at 12,200 pounds. Which license group applies?"

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What each test covers

The topics behind each North Carolina test

Driver License: 10 topics

  1. Licensing And Test Requirements
  2. Alcohol Points And Occupant Safety
  3. Driver Readiness And Distraction
  4. Pedestrians School Buses And Emergency Vehicles
  5. Speed Right Of Way And Turning
  6. Passing Parking Roundabouts And Railroads
  7. Work Zones Night And Weather
  8. Vehicle Equipment Emergencies And Crashes
  9. Signals Signs And Pavement Markings
  10. Bicycles Trucks Motorcycles And Mopeds
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Motorcycle License: 10 topics

  1. North Carolina Endorsement Permit Helmet And Passenger Rules
  2. Mountain Coast Protective Gear Visibility And Rider Readiness
  3. Motorcycle Fit Controls Street Equipment And Pre Ride Checks
  4. Body Position Shifting Braking Turning And Low Speed Control
  5. Lane Position Following Distance Passing Merging And Space
  6. See Intersections Conspicuity Signals Mirrors And Night Riding
  7. Quick Stops Swerves Cornering Skids Obstacles And Rail Tracks
  8. Tire Throttle Wobble Chain Engine Animal And Roadside Problems
  9. North Carolina Passengers Cargo And Group Riding Decisions
  10. Alcohol Drugs Fatigue Fitness And License Skill Preparation
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CDL: 10 topics

  1. North Carolina Cdl Classes Endorsements Restrictions Tests And Commerce Status
  2. Vehicle Inspection Control Visibility And Communication
  3. Speed Space Hazards Weather And Railroad Crossings
  4. Emergencies Abs Skids Crashes Fires And Driver Fitness
  5. Cargo Inspection Weight Balance And Securement
  6. Passenger Vehicle Inspection Loading And Operation
  7. Air Brake Components Inspection And Use
  8. Combination Vehicle Control Coupling And Inspection
  9. Doubles Triples And Tank Vehicle Operation
  10. Hazardous Materials And School Bus Safety
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How to prepare

How to use the North Carolina practice tests

1

Start with a Quick check

Twenty-five questions in coaching mode show where you stand in about ten minutes, with the rule behind every answer.

2

Study what you missed

Each explanation names the rule, so you know which chapter of the North Carolina manual to read before the next test.

3

Finish in exam mode

The Full challenge of 100 in exam mode is the rehearsal. Score 80 percent or better twice in a row and you are ready.

Questions

North Carolina practice test questions

Which North Carolina practice tests are available?

Three, one per license: the permit test for a Driver License, the motorcycle knowledge test, and the CDL knowledge test. Each has its own 100-question bank written for North Carolina, 300 questions in all.

Who gives the real knowledge test in North Carolina?

North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles. DMV Exam Pass is an independent study service and is not affiliated with it.

Are the practice tests free?

Yes, all three, with no sign-up. An optional account saves progress across devices.

Which North Carolina manuals are the questions written from?

The North Carolina Driver Handbook (Revised May 2025; print marker 09/25), the Official NCDMV Driver Handbooks page, and the North Carolina Commercial Driver License Manual (2005 CDL Testing System (July 2014)).

How many questions does each North Carolina bank have?

100, in ten topics of ten, so a test of any length is balanced across everything the manual covers. You choose a Quick check of 25, a Practice run of 50, or a Full challenge of 100.

Are these the real exam questions?

No. Nobody outside the agency has the real questions, and we do not use, claim, or advertise leaked or exact exam questions. These are independently written questions that test the same rules.

What is the difference between coaching mode and exam mode?

Coaching mode shows whether each answer was right, and why, before you move on; it is for learning. Exam mode holds the explanations and the correct choices until the end and still shows your running score; it is for checking readiness. Both draw from the same bank, and scoring happens on our servers, so no answer key is loaded in your browser.

Do the tests include road signs and pictures?

Yes. Across the three North Carolina banks, 13 questions are illustrated with a sign, signal, marking, or road scene.

Can I continue a test on another device?

Yes, with a free account. A test in progress is saved on this device either way and offered again when you return.

Do I need a North Carolina license or ID to practice?

No. Pick the license you are preparing for and start; nothing is checked and nothing is submitted to the agency.