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North Carolina Highway practice

Practice 23 North Carolina DMV questions on highway. Answer interactively below with an instant explanation after every question.

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Example questions & answers

When is it legal to pass another vehicle on the right according to North Carolina law?

A.If the vehicle ahead is turning left
B.On one-way streets
C.On highways with at least two lanes traveling in each direction
D.In all of the above situations✓

Why: In North Carolina, passing on the right is permitted in specific scenarios like when a car is turning left or on multi-lane roads. This ensures traffic flow remains efficient while maintaining safety.

Under what circumstances is it legal to drive in the extreme left lane of a multilane highway?

A.passing another vehicle.
B.turning left.
C.avoiding an obstruction.
D.doing any of the above.✓

Why: You can legally drive in the extreme left lane of a multilane highway for specific reasons, not just for general travel. These include passing slower vehicles, preparing for a left turn, or safely avoiding an obstruction in your current lane.

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