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North Carolina DMV Practice Test 2026

The official North Carolina written knowledge exam has 25 questions. You need 20 correct (80%) to pass. Our practice tests match the exact format, topics, and difficulty of the real North Carolina DMV test.

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North Carolina Specialty

What makes the North Carolina DMV test unique?

State Specialty

North Carolina's exam covers coastal hurricane evacuation (Outer Banks), Blue Ridge Parkway mountain driving, and textless-driving enforcement.

North Carolina-Specific Law

North Carolina is a primary-enforcement state for texting while driving — officers can stop you for texting alone without another violation.

Study Tip

Know mountain driving rules (engine braking, downshifting) if testing in the western part of the state.

Sample Question

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North Carolina Road Rules

Under North Carolina law, which of the following is correct about the rule described?

A Drivers may ignore the rule if no police are visible.

B North Carolina is a primary-enforcement state for texting while driving — officers can stop you for texting alone without another violation.

C The rule only applies on interstate highways.

D The rule only applies to commercial drivers.

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How many questions are on the North Carolina DMV written test?

The North Carolina DMV written (knowledge) exam contains 25 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 20 correctly (80%) to pass. The test is administered by the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV).

What makes North Carolina's DMV test different?