North Dakota NDDOT License & Permit Practice Tests
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#1. It is illegal for anyone, regardless of age, to use a cell phone for text messaging while driving:
Text messaging is banned in North Dakota, regardless of age.
#2. You are preparing for a right turn. A bicyclist is approaching on the right. What should you do?
Most crashes involving a motor vehicle and a bicyclist occur at intersections. Allow bicyclists extra time to cross intersections.
When turning right and a bicyclist is approaching on the right, let the bicyclist go through the intersection first before making a right turn. Remember to check your blind spot before turning. Do not cut off or crowd the bicyclist.
#3. Where is a U-turn always illegal?
U-turns are illegal on a one-way street (you will be driving against traffic).
#4. When you approach a railroad crossing without warning signals, stop signs, or crossing gates:
You must yield to trains and always be prepared to stop if a train is approaching. Never try to beat a train across the tracks.
#5. When you want to pass a motorcycle from behind, you must:
When passing, go all the way into the other lane.
Respect the motorcycle and allow the motorcyclist a full lane width. Although it may seem as though there is enough room in the traffic lane for an automobile and a motorcycle, the motorcycle is entitled to a full lane and may need the room to maneuver safely.
Remember that road conditions which are minor annoyances to you pose major hazards to motorcyclists. Motorcyclists may change speed or adjust their position within a lane suddenly in reaction to road and traffic conditions such as potholes, gravel, wet or slippery surfaces, pavement seams, railroad crossings, and grooved pavement.
#6. You approach an intersection. Where should you stop if there is a stop sign but no stop line or crosswalk?
When required to stop because of a sign or signal, you must stop before your vehicle reaches the stop line or crosswalk. If there is no stop line or crosswalk, stop before entering the intersection and where you have a clear view of approaching traffic.
#7. On which side should you pass a vertical panel like this?
If the stripes slant down to the right, go to the right. If the stripes slant to the left, go to the left.
#8. How many points will be added to your driving record if you violate the restrictions that comes with an instruction permit?
It is a two-point penalty on your driving record for driving in violation of the conditions of an instruction permit.
#9. You may only overtake another vehicle on the right on a two-lane, two-way roadway if:
Passing on the right is only legal when the vehicle you are passing is making a left turn or when there are two or more lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.
You may never leave the main-traveled roadway and pass by using the shoulder (39-10-12).
#10. After a conviction of driving without insurance, you will be required to provide proof of liability insurance to the Driver's License Division for how long?
If a person is convicted of No Liability Insurance, that person will be required to provide proof of liability insurance to the division for three years. The person will also be required to purchase a duplicate driver’s license with the Proof of Liability Insurance restriction. The cost of this duplicate license is $50. There will also be a cost of $50 to have the restriction removed at the end of the three-year period.
#11. When you park on a hill headed uphill, and there is no curb, you should turn your front wheels:
Headed either uphill or downhill and there is no curb, turn the wheels to the right so the car will roll away from the center of the road if the brakes fail.
Remember, when you park on a hill, the general rule is to turn your wheels sharply toward the side of the road or curb. This way, if your vehicle starts to roll downhill, it will roll away from traffic. However, when headed uphill at a curb, you should turn the front wheels in the opposite direction, away from the curb and towards the road. Then, let your vehicle roll backwards until the back of your front wheel touches the curb. The curb will stop your car from rolling into traffic.
Study the diagram provided in your driver’s handbook.
#12. To avoid last-minute moves, you should:
To be a good driver, you must know what is happening around your vehicle. Learn to read the road. Scan ahead, to the sides and behind you. Do not develop a fixed stare.
#13. You are in the right-hand lane and approach this sign. What should you do?
Reduction of lanes. Right lane ends. Merge left.
Two lanes of traffic will soon become one lane of traffic. Right-lane traffic must yield when merging.
#14. What does a sign with eight sides mean?
Stop signs are always octagonal (eight-sided). A stop sign means that you must bring your vehicle to a complete halt.
#15. When driving at night in heavy traffic, you should use the following:
Use low beams:
- When you meet an oncoming vehicle.
- Within 200 feet when following another vehicle.
- On well-lighted streets.
- In fog.
- In rain or snow.
#16. Which color are signs that warn you of specific road conditions?
Yellow is used for general warning and advisory of unexpected roadway conditions.
#17. The Do Not Enter sign is an example of a regulatory sign, and it is:
This sign prohibits the driver from entering a restricted road section.
You will see the sign at roadway openings that you should not enter such has exit ramps where you would be going in the wrong direction, in crossovers on divided roadways and at numerous locations on one-way streets.
If you enter, you will be going against traffic and most likely see a wrong way sign farther from the crossroad.
The sign is square, not round.
#18. What is the penalty for entering a road that is officially closed due to hazardous conditions?
It is not legal to enter a road that is officially closed due to hazardous conditions. The penalty for doing this is a $250 fine.
#19. What will help you to eliminate alcohol from the blood stream?
Time is the only way to eliminate alcohol from the blood stream. This process is relatively slow and will not be quickened by drinking coffee, taking cold showers, or exercising.
#20. What does this sign mean?
Sharp turn. There is a sharp turn to the left in the road ahead.
The sign gives you time to reduce your speed before you enter the turn. The sign is sometimes supplemented with an advisory speed sign showing the maximum recommended speed to negotiate the turn.
#21. An important reminder for safe night driving is to:
Slow down at night. You can only see as far as your headlights, and this cuts down on your time to react. Overdriving headlights is a common and dangerous practice. You must be able to stop within the distance you can see ahead with your headlights.
#22. When emerging from an alley, you must stop before the sidewalk.
Vehicles emerging from a driveway, alley, private road, or building within a business or residential district must come to a complete stop immediately prior to crossing a sidewalk area and, if no sidewalk, vehicles must stop before entering the roadway.
#23. A solid green signal light means:
Green means go, but only if the intersection is clear. Never block an intersection.
#24. What does a solid yellow line on a two-lane road indicate?
Broken yellow center lines are used on two-lane, two-way roads. You may cross them only to turn left or to pass another vehicle.
One solid line with one broken line means no passing when you are in the lane with the solid line. The solid line may be crossed only to turn left.
Two solid yellow lines on a two-lane road means no passing in either direction. Crossing the center line is permitted only as part of a left-turn maneuver.
#25. You approach an emergency vehicle with flashing emergency lights parked at the scene of a crash. When must you drive to the right-hand side of the roadway and stop?
When an emergency vehicle is parked at the scene of a crash with its emergency lights flashing, you must drive to the right-hand side of the roadway and stop.
Once stopped, you may pass at your risk when the roadway is clear. If there is a police officer directing traffic at the scene, you must obey the officer’s instructions.
| This North Dakota Practice Test | |
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| Questions on each practice test: | 25 |
| Question pool: | 500+ |
| Type of test: | Random multiple-choice test |
Facts about Your NDDOT Test
| North Dakota Written Knowledge Test for Permit and Driver’s License | |
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| Number of questions on exam: | 25 questions |
| Passing score: | 80 percent |
| Correct answers to pass: | 20 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | 60 minutes *online |
| Wait time before retest: | 24 hours |
North Dakota Practice Tests
This practice test has 25 random multiple-choice questions based on the information in North Dakota Noncommercial Driver’s License Manual and real exam questions.
After each practice question, you will get immediate feedback on whether your answer is correct. If your answer is wrong, a short explanation also helps you understand the right answer.
NDDOT draws test questions from a large pool of questions, making each practice test unique. Use this in your favor and use our practice tests until you can easily reach a 100% score. That way, you will have seen hundreds of questions covering all possible items on the knowledge exam.
Practice questions cover all essential items that may appear on your exam. Still, they may not include all possible questions. Since tests are random, a practice test will never precisely match your final test.
You should also be aware that driversprep.com is not affiliated with any North Dakota or Government Entity. A test on this website is not official and will not generate a certificate of completion if you pass.
North Dakota Official Knowledge Test
The official knowledge test in North Dakota has 25 questions. The passing score is 80 percent, which means you can only miss 5 out of the 25 questions.
Questions are multiple-choice with a possibility of a few true-or-false questions.
There is no allotted time for the test, so you should have plenty of time to read all questions and answer alternatives. Take your time with the test. Test takers usually make more mistakes when they don’t take their time to read questions all the way through.
You will not be allowed to start the test one hour before closing for lunch or closing at the end of the day.
Should you fail the knowledge exam, there is no official wait time to retake the test. Still, examiners will usually not allow you to retake the test the same day.
You must pay a new testing fee each time you take the knowledge test.
The automated test is available in several languages, including:
Chinese
English
French
Russian
Serbo-Croatian
Somali
Swahili
Turkish
Vietnamese
Automated American Sign Language and Audio testing are available at the Fargo, Jamestown, Bismarck, Dickinson, Williston, Minot, Devils Lake, and Grand Forks driver’s license offices.
North Dakota Online Driver Exam
Most applicants over 18 years can complete their driver’s knowledge exam at home.
It is simple to register, and the online exam is available 24/7. You can use the knowledge test from anywhere with internet access. Still, you must have a laptop or a desktop computer. The test will not work on a mobile device.
The online test will let you choose between English and Spanish. Audio playback is also available.
You have 60 minutes to complete the online exam.
NDDOT allows you to take the online test up to five times within one year.
1 Start by Reading the Manual
Always get the latest North Dakota Noncommercial Driver’s License Manual. You can get it from your nearest Driver’s License Site or download it online .
Read it from the first page to the last. Using it as a reference when you take the practice tests is also a good idea.
Remember, everything in the manual is there for a reason. NDDOT draws questions to your final test from all parts of this manual. It isn’t easy to pass the knowledge test unless you have studied the manual.
2 Use Practice Tests Wisely
This practice test is a learning tool. It should be used together with the Driver’s License Manual, not instead of it.
A common mistake and poor strategy is to try to memorize all questions and answers. You’ll never know which questions and answers you will get on your test, and wordings may differ.
If you want to pass the exam and become a safe driver, your best strategy is to learn the essential rules of the road and common ND traffic laws.
Get some more study tips from Joni stark .
Who Must Take North Dakota Knowledge Test?
First-time Drivers
When you apply for your first original North Dakota driver’s license, you must always pass a vision screening and the written knowledge test.
Drivers who let their license expire more than one year
When you renew your driver’s license, NDDOT only requires a new knowledge test if you let it expire for over a year.
Drivers with a revoked license
If NDDOT has revoked your driving privileges, you must wait for the revocation period to end, meet all reinstatement requirements, and take the written and road tests before NDDOT issues a new license.
After a suspension, you will get driving privileges back after the suspension period has ended and you meet all reinstatement requirements. No tests are necessary.
Drivers with a foreign driver’s license
Suppose you move to North Dakota and hold a driver’s license issued by a country other than the United States or Canada. In that case, you must apply for an original North Dakota license and pass all tests.
Drivers Who Wish to Transfer an Out-of-State License
NDDOT usually waives the written knowledge test if you move to North Dakota and want to transfer your valid out-of-state license.
Should you let your out-of-state license expire for more than one year, you must apply for a new ND license and take all necessary tests as a first-time applicant.
Suppose your out-of-state license is in the process of being revoked, suspended, or canceled. In that case, you cannot transfer to a North Dakota license.
Your First Permit
If you are at least 14 years old, you can apply for an instruction Class D permit.
Before NDDOT issues the permit, you must pass a vision and written test. If you are under 18, your parent or legal guardian must sign and approve your application.
Until you are 16, you can only drive a vehicle owned by your parents, legal guardians, grandparents, siblings, aunts, or uncles.
If you are under 16 years, you must hold the instruction permit for 12 months or until you are 16 years, whichever comes first. A minimum holding period of six months always applies.
If you are 16 or 17 years, you must hold the instruction permit for six months or until you turn 18, whichever comes first.
Applicants who are under 16 years must complete at least 50 hours of supervised driving during the permit phase. Your parent/legal guardian must accompany you to the road skills test and sign
that you have completed this requirement.
