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North Carolina Vehicle Control practice

Practice 60 North Carolina DMV questions on vehicle control. Answer interactively below with an instant explanation after every question.

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Example questions & answers

1

Under North Carolina law, which individuals are required to wear a seat belt?

  • A.Only front-seat passengers
  • B.All passengers and drivers✓
  • C.Only drivers
  • D.Only passengers under 16

Why: North Carolina law mandates that both the driver and all passengers must wear seat belts whenever the vehicle is in motion on a street or highway. This universal requirement applies to everyone in the vehicle, regardless of their seating position.

2

Under what circumstances are you permitted to use a handheld cellphone while driving in North Carolina?

  • A.Only during daylight hours
  • B.Always allowed
  • C.Only in emergencies✓
  • D.At red lights

Why: In North Carolina, using a handheld cellphone while driving is strictly prohibited under normal circumstances. The official manual states you should use it "only if it is absolutely necessary and for the sole purpose of communicating regarding emergency situations." Therefore, you can only pick up your phone to call for help during a crisis.

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