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North Dakota NDDOT permit practice test 3

25 questions written from the Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027, covering speed limits, following and passing, lanes, highways and freeways, parking, safe and defensive driving and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.

25 questions

  1. Question 1What is the default speed limit on North Dakota gravel, dirt or loose-surface roads?

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    C: 55 mph. Gravel, dirt and loose-surface roads have a 55 mph limit unless posted, as do unposted paved two-lane county and township roads. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Speed Limits, page 20.

  2. Question 2When a hill or curve is ahead, how should you treat it for passing?

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    B: As if there is oncoming traffic just beyond it. Whenever a hill or curve is ahead, treat it as if there's oncoming traffic just beyond it. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Passing, page 21.

  3. Question 3Your car breaks down on the interstate. What should you do?

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    A: Stop on the shoulder and raise your hood to show difficulty. Never stop on the traveled roadway. In an emergency, stop on the shoulder and raise the hood. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Interstate Driving, page 24.

  4. Question 4You park downhill next to a curb. Which way do you turn the wheels?

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    C: Toward the curb. Downhill, turn the wheels toward the curb. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Parking on a Hill, page 25.

  5. Question 5What is the fine for throwing litter on a North Dakota public highway?

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    D: $500. Throwing or depositing litter on a public highway is subject to a $500 fine. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Littering, page 27.

  6. Question 6What three factors influence a person's alcohol concentration, according to the North Dakota manual?

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    D: Alcohol content, time period of drinking, and lean body weight. The alcohol content, the time over which it was consumed, and the person's lean body weight influence AC. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Alcohol, page 35.

  7. Question 7Can you take the North Dakota road test in a self-parking vehicle?

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    B: No, unless the self-parking feature is turned off. Self-parking vehicles aren't allowed; test in a different vehicle or deactivate the feature. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Check List for Testing, page 2.

  8. Question 8What is a two-way left turn lane NOT intended for?

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    B: Passing or overtaking. The center lane is only for left-turning vehicles from either direction, not for passing or overtaking. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Regulatory Signs, page 10.

  9. Question 9What does a flashing yellow left-turn arrow mean in North Dakota?

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    C: You may cautiously turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. With a flashing yellow arrow you may turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic (which usually has green) and pedestrians. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Turn Indications, page 16.

  10. Question 10When must you use headlights in bad weather in North Dakota?

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    C: When visibility is less than 1,000 feet due to rain, snow, sleet, hail, smoke or fog. Use headlights from sunset to sunrise, and in inclement weather when visibility is under 1,000 feet. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Night Driving, page 24.

  11. Question 11After a blowout, when should you brake?

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    A: Not until you have regained full control. Grip the wheel, steer straight, ease off the accelerator, and don't brake until you've regained full control. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Flat Tire or Blowouts, page 30.

  12. Question 12Coming out of a driveway or alley in a business or residential district, where must you stop?

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    B: Immediately before crossing the sidewalk area, or before the roadway if no sidewalk. Stop completely just before crossing the sidewalk area; if there's no sidewalk, stop before entering the roadway. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Right of Way, page 20.

  13. Question 13An emergency vehicle is approaching a roundabout. What does the North Dakota manual say?

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    C: Clear the roundabout so it can pass, and don't enter if one is approaching. Clear the roundabout so emergency vehicles can pass, and don't enter if one is approaching. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Roundabouts, page 23.

  14. Question 14What do flashing yellow lights on tow trucks and slow vehicles mean?

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    C: Slow down. Yellow flashing lights, mostly on tow trucks and slow-moving vehicles, warn you to slow down. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Right of Way, page 20.

  15. Question 15What is the speed limit on North Dakota rural interstates unless otherwise posted?

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    C: 80 mph. Rural interstate highways have an 80 mph limit unless otherwise posted. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Speed Limits, page 20.

  16. Question 16About how far does it take to stop at 55 mph on dry pavement, according to the North Dakota manual?

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    C: About 300 feet, one city block. At 55 mph it takes approximately 300 feet, or one city block, to stop on dry pavement. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Following and Stopping Distances, page 21.

  17. Question 17On a North Dakota interstate, where should slower traffic drive?

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    A: Keep to the right. Keep to the right if you are traveling slowly. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Interstate Driving, page 24.

  18. Question 18Parked on a North Dakota public highway at night, what lights must your vehicle display?

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    A: At least one white or amber lamp in front and a red light in back, visible 1,000 feet. From a half-hour after sunset to a half-hour before sunrise, a vehicle parked on a public highway must show a white or amber front lamp and a red rear light, each visible 1,000 feet. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Emergency Parking, page 26.

  19. Question 19What number do you dial in North Dakota for weather and road conditions?

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    C: 511. Dial 511 for weather and road conditions, and 911 for emergency highway assistance. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Liability Insurance, page 27.

  20. Question 20What happens if you refuse a chemical test in North Dakota?

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    A: License revoked for 180 days to three years. Refusing a chemical test (or a roadside PBT) brings revocation for 180 days to three years. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Implied Consent, page 36.

  21. Question 21For a North Dakota road test vehicle, from how far away must the horn be clearly audible?

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    C: 200 feet. The vehicle inspection requires a horn clearly audible for 200 feet and mirrors showing the road 200 feet behind. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Vehicle Inspection, page 2.

  22. Question 22What colors are North Dakota warning signs?

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    A: Yellow with a black legend. Warning signs are yellow with a black legend. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Warning Signs, page 11.

  23. Question 23What does a steady green left-turn arrow mean?

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    D: Left-turning drivers have the right of way. A steady green arrow means GO; left-turning drivers have the right of way. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Turn Indications, page 16.

  24. Question 24How far before meeting oncoming traffic must you dim your high beams in North Dakota?

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    B: At least 500 feet. Dim your headlights at least 500 feet before meeting traffic, and within 300 feet when following another vehicle. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Night Driving, page 25.

  25. Question 25Your tire drops off the pavement edge. What should you NOT do?

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    D: Swerve back onto the pavement right away. Don't swerve back; you may lose control. Ease off the gas, avoid hard braking, then turn gently back when in control. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Running Off the Pavement, page 30.

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