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North Carolina DMV Permit Practice Test Questions 2025
- Perfect for learner’s permit, driver’s license, and Senior Refresher Test
- Based on official North Carolina Driver's manual
- Triple-checked for accuracy
- Updated for March 2025
In North Carolina, new drivers will experience urban traffic, rural roads, and coastal highways. Each environment presents unique challenges and learning opportunities for determined students who want to improve their driving skills. Before you can explore North Carolina’s roads from behind the wheel of your favorite vehicle, you must apply for a driver’s license. All applicants must pass knowledge, road sign recognition, vision, and driving tests. For those under 18, the state implements a Graduated Driver License (GDL) system. This process begins with enrolling in a driver education class, followed by obtaining a limited learner permit. Eventually, you’ll proceed to a provisional license, which is the final stage for drivers under 18. Upon turning 18, you’ll automatically receive full driving privileges without restrictions.
If the licensing process overwhelms you, we recommend adopting a step-by-step approach. We’ll help you pass the official written knowledge exam, which consists of 25 multiple-choice questions based on the official North Carolina driver handbook (North Carolina DMV Handbook (NC Driver's Manual) 2025). All you need is a device that supports a browser, a stable internet connection, patience, and the determination to master the various aspects of driving theory. Our North Carolina DMV permit practice tests are designed to closely reflect the content and format of the official written knowledge exam. This intuitive resource gives you the opportunity to practice with questions similar to those on the official test so you’ll know what to expect on exam day.
As you progress through the practice test, your performance is updated in real time. Identify mistakes as soon as they occur and use the detailed explanations to strengthen your knowledge. This approach ensures you’re not just memorizing the correct answers but also understanding the reasoning behind them. Nobody was born an expert on any subject, so you shouldn’t let a failing score discourage you. Have patience and practice as often as your schedule allows. Within a few weeks, you’ll be ready to take the official written knowledge exam and ace it with confidence.
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What to expect on the actual NC DMV exam
25
questions
20
correct answers to pass
80%
passing score
15 y/o
minimum age to apply
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