North Dakota DMV Practice Test - Free 20 Questions

Question 1

North Dakota has one of the lowest minimum permit ages in the country. At what age can a teen apply for a learner's permit?

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14

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13

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14 and a half

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15

Question 2

What is the legal BAC limit for a driver age 21 or older in North Dakota?

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0.08%

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0.04%

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0.06%

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0.10%

Question 3

You are driving on a North Dakota rural highway and encounter a large grain truck moving slowly during harvest season. What should you do?

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Follow at a safe distance and pass only when there is a broken yellow line and clear sight distance

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Pass immediately — farm vehicles must pull over for regular traffic

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Honk repeatedly to signal the truck to pull over

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Pass on the right shoulder — farm vehicles always yield to cars

Question 4

North Dakota's zero tolerance law for drivers under 21 sets the illegal BAC at:

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0.02%

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0.00% — any detectable amount

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0.04%

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0.08%

Question 5

What is the default speed limit on most North Dakota rural highways when no speed limit sign is posted?

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55 mph

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60 mph

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65 mph

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70 mph

Question 6

You are driving on a North Dakota highway in winter and the road surface looks shiny and wet despite dry weather. This is likely:

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Black ice — a nearly invisible layer of ice that forms on road surfaces

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A mirage caused by cold air

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Fresh road sealant that is still wet

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Morning frost that will evaporate quickly

Question 7

What must you do when a school bus stops on a North Dakota road with flashing red lights and an extended stop arm?

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All traffic in both directions must stop at least 20 feet from the bus on undivided roads

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Stop only if you are directly behind the bus

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Slow to 10 mph and pass the bus if no children are visible

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Stop only on divided highways

Question 8

What does North Dakota's Move Over law require when passing a stopped law enforcement or emergency vehicle?

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Move one lane away from the stopped vehicle if safely possible — or reduce speed if a lane change is not possible

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Slow to 25 mph and stay in your lane

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Stop completely behind the vehicle until it moves

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Move over only for law enforcement, not for tow trucks

Question 9

On a North Dakota two-lane highway, which of these situations would make passing another vehicle ILLEGAL?

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There is a solid yellow line on your side of the center

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The road ahead is straight with a broken yellow center line on your side

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The vehicle ahead is driving 10 mph below the speed limit

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You have plenty of room to pass quickly

Question 10

You are driving in a North Dakota blizzard with near-zero visibility. What should you do?

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Pull off the road completely and wait for the storm to pass

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Turn on high beams to see further and maintain your speed

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Drive on the shoulder to avoid other vehicles

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Follow the vehicle ahead very closely so you can see their tail lights

Question 11

What is the speed limit in a North Dakota school zone when warning lights are flashing?

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20 mph

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10 mph

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15 mph

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25 mph

Question 12

Under North Dakota's implied consent law, refusing a chemical test after a DUI arrest results in:

Accepted Answer

A 180-day license suspension for a first offense

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No penalty — refusal is a protected right

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Only a small fine with no license consequences

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License suspension only if later convicted of DUI

Question 13

In North Dakota, when must you use your headlights?

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From 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise and when visibility is under 500 feet

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Only between midnight and 5 AM

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Only in rain or snow

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Only when other vehicles have their lights on

Question 14

You are approaching a railroad crossing on a North Dakota rural road. The warning lights are flashing. What must you do?

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Stop before the gate and wait until it fully rises and lights stop before crossing

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Slow to 15 mph and proceed if no train is visible

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Proceed quickly to beat the train if it appears far away

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Honk and proceed if you can see the train is not close

Question 15

What is the minimum following distance recommended on North Dakota highways?

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3 seconds

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1 second

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2 seconds

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4 seconds

Question 16

You are driving in North Dakota and see an orange sign reading 'Flagger Ahead.' What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

A road worker is ahead directing traffic — prepare to stop and follow their signals

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A sporting event is nearby — expect pedestrian traffic

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A flag sale is occurring nearby

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Wind conditions are being monitored — reduce speed to 45 mph

Question 17

When driving on a North Dakota highway and approaching a hill crest or curve, passing is prohibited because:

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You cannot see far enough ahead to safely complete a passing maneuver

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Speed limits are lower near hills and curves

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The road surface is always worse near curves

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Passing is prohibited only when the speed limit exceeds 55 mph

Question 18

What is required before making a lane change on a North Dakota highway?

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Signal, check mirrors, check blind spot, and then change lanes when safe

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Signal, then immediately move to the next lane

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Honk your horn to warn other drivers

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Flash your headlights to signal your intention

Question 19

You are driving behind a wide load vehicle (e.g., farm equipment) on a North Dakota highway. What should you expect?

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The vehicle may take up more than one lane — follow at a safe distance and only pass when completely safe

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The vehicle will always pull over to let you pass

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Wide load vehicles must always use designated truck routes

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You may pass wide loads anywhere — they must yield to all traffic

Question 20

In North Dakota, where may you NOT make a U-turn?

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At the crest of a hill, on a curve, or where visibility is limited

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On a straight road with good visibility in both directions

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At an intersection where it is not prohibited by signs

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On a county road with no traffic

Question 1 of 20

North Dakota has one of the lowest minimum permit ages in the country. At what age can a teen apply for a learner's permit?