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North Dakota NDDOT permit practice test 6

25 questions written from the Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027, covering emergencies, right of way, sharing the road, parking, safe and defensive driving and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.

25 questions

  1. Question 1In a rear-wheel-drive car that starts to skid, what does the North Dakota manual advise?

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    C: Stay off the brakes, ease off the gas, and steer in the direction the rear end is skidding. In rear-wheel drive, stay off the brakes, ease off the accelerator, and turn in the direction the rear is skidding. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Skids, page 29.

  2. Question 2Who always has the right of way in North Dakota?

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    D: Emergency vehicles. Emergency vehicles always have the right of way. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Right of Way, page 20.

  3. Question 3On which side should you pass a tractor-trailer?

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    D: Always on the left, completely and without lingering. Always pass a tractor-trailer completely and on the left side; don't linger alongside. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Sharing the Road with Trucks, page 32.

  4. Question 4When leaving a parallel parking space, which lane should you enter?

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    A: The nearest lane, staying there until it's safe to change. Look over your shoulder, signal, yield to oncoming traffic, and enter the nearest lane. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Leaving a Parking Space, page 26.

  5. Question 5Where are injury crashes most likely to occur, according to the North Dakota manual?

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    D: At speeds under 40 mph and within 25 miles of home. Crashes causing injury are most likely at speeds less than 40 mph and within 25 miles of home. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Seat Belts, page 33.

  6. Question 6What is the minimum fine for a first North Dakota DUI conviction (AC under .16)?

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    B: $500. A first conviction carries a $500 fine; with AC .16% or greater, at least $750 and two days in jail. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Driving While Under the Influence, page 36.

  7. Question 7How long must a 14- or 15-year-old hold a North Dakota instruction permit before the road test?

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    A: 12 months or until age 16, whichever comes first, but at least six months. Ages 14-15 hold the permit 12 months or until 16, whichever comes first, but no less than six months. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Permits, page 3.

  8. Question 8Diagonal stripes on a barricade slope downward to the right. What does that mean?

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    D: Keep to the right. Stripes sloping downward to the right mean keep to the right; sloping to the left means keep to the left. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Channelizing Devices, page 13.

  9. Question 9At a busy intersection with a designated left-turn lane, where must you turn left from?

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    B: The special left-turn lane. If you wish to turn left at an intersection with a designated left-turn lane, you must use it. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Pavement Markings, page 17.

  10. Question 10In winter with snow tires or chains, how should you change your following distance, according to the North Dakota manual?

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    A: Double it. Snow tires or chains help, but you should still double your following distance. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Winter Driving, page 28.

  11. Question 11A front-wheel-drive car starts to skid at moderate speed. What does the North Dakota manual advise?

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    B: Accelerate slightly and steer where you want to go. Accelerate slightly and steer in the direction you want to go; if there's no room, shift to neutral or push in the clutch. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Skids, page 29.

  12. Question 12A vehicle is stranded with hazard lights on along a North Dakota interstate outside city limits. What should you do?

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    D: Move to the lane not adjacent to it if safe; otherwise slow down and proceed with caution. Yield and move safely to the lane not adjacent to the stranded vehicle; if you can't, reduce speed and proceed with caution. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Move Over, page 32.

  13. Question 13Who must wear seat belts under North Dakota law?

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    D: All occupants in all seating positions. North Dakota's seat belt law requires all occupants to wear seat belts in all seating positions. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Seat Belts, page 34.

  14. Question 14What are the minimum penalties for a second North Dakota DUI conviction within seven years?

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    D: $1,000 fine, 10 days in jail and at least 12 months in the 24/7 Sobriety Program. A second conviction within seven years: $1,000 fine, 10 days in jail, and at least 12 months in the 24/7 Sobriety Program. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Driving While Under the Influence, page 36.

  15. Question 15How long must a 16- or 17-year-old hold a North Dakota instruction permit before the road test?

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    B: Six months or until age 18, whichever comes first. Ages 16-17 hold the permit six months or until 18, whichever comes first. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Permits, page 3.

  16. Question 16What color are most construction and maintenance signs?

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    C: Orange with a black legend. Most work-area signs are diamond-shaped, orange with a black legend. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Construction and Maintenance Devices, page 13.

  17. Question 17Over what distance must you signal continuously before a turn in North Dakota?

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    A: The last 100 feet. Turn signals must be given continuously during the last 100 feet before the turn. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Hand Signals, page 19.

  18. Question 18Why is driving on loose gravel harder than on pavement?

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    C: Tires have less traction, so slow down and avoid sudden direction changes. Tires don't have the traction they have on pavement; slow down and avoid sudden changes in direction. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Reading the Road, page 30.

  19. Question 19Your car gets stuck in a snowstorm. What should you do?

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    D: Stay with the vehicle, open the windows slightly, and run the engine and heater only briefly. Stay with the vehicle; most deaths happen when people leave and get lost. Open windows slightly and run the engine only for short periods. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Winter Driving, page 28.

  20. Question 20According to the North Dakota manual, what share of motorcycle crashes involve another motor vehicle?

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    B: About one-half. About one-half involve another vehicle, and nearly 40 percent were caused by the other vehicle turning left in front of the motorcyclist. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Sharing the Road with Motorcycles, page 32.

  21. Question 21Children under what age must ride in a car seat or booster seat in North Dakota, unless at least 57 inches tall?

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    C: Under 8. Children under eight must be in a car seat or booster; a seat belt may be used if the child is at least 57 inches tall. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Child Restraints (Car Safety Seats), page 34.

  22. Question 22What is the penalty for driving with a suspended or revoked license after an alcohol-related violation in North Dakota?

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    A: Four days mandatory minimum jail and a fine of up to $1,000. Driving while suspended or revoked after an alcohol violation brings a four-day mandatory minimum jail sentence and up to a $1,000 fine. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Driving While Under the Influence, page 36.

  23. Question 23How many hours of supervised practice must North Dakota drivers under 16 complete?

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    C: 50 hours. Drivers under 16 must complete at least 50 hours of supervised practice in variable conditions, in addition to driver's education. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Permits, page 3.

  24. Question 24What is the minimum fee for violating a North Dakota work zone speed limit when workers are present?

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    C: $80. Failing to comply with work zone speed limits carries an $80 minimum fee when work is in progress and workers are present. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Construction and Maintenance Devices, page 13.

  25. Question 25What does a steady yellow left-turn arrow mean?

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    A: Warning: the left-turn signal is changing to red. A steady yellow means warning; the left-turn signal is changing to red. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Turn Indications, page 16.

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