North Dakota NDDOT permit practice test 9
25 questions written from the Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027, covering licensing laws and penalties, road signs, hazards, weather and night driving, sharing the road, safe and defensive driving. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.
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Question 1At what age does a North Dakota restricted Class D license become unrestricted?
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A: 16. At age 16 the restricted Class D license transitions to an unrestricted license. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Minors Driver License, page 6.
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Question 2What does a sign prohibiting right turn on red mean?
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C: You may not turn right on a red light at that intersection. It prohibits a right turn on a red light at selected intersections; some show it electronically. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Regulatory Signs, page 10.
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Question 3Is it safe to assume you'll have good traction because a road looks sanded?
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D: No; sand can sink into the snow-pack, leaving a slick surface. Don't assume good traction; sand can sink into the snow-pack and leave the surface slick. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Meeting Snow Removal Equipment, page 28.
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Question 4Who must wear a helmet on a motorized bicycle in North Dakota?
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B: Riders under 18. Riders under 18 must wear an approved safety helmet on a motorized bicycle. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Bicycles and Motorized Bicycles, page 38.
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Question 5For teen drivers, what happens to crash risk as the number of teen passengers increases?
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C: It increases. As the number of passengers increases, teen crashes increase; passengers are a major distraction. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: High-Risk Driving Conditions, page 41.
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Question 6Which North Dakota drivers may not use electronic communication devices while driving?
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C: Instruction permit holders of any age and licensed drivers under 18. Permit holders of any age and licensed drivers under 18 may not use electronic communication devices while driving, except for emergencies. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Minors Driver License, page 6.
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Question 7What does a sign showing two lanes merging into one tell you?
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C: The number of lanes is reduced; move safely into the proper lane. Lane reduction signs warn of fewer lanes ahead; move safely into the proper lane. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Warning Signs, page 11.
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Question 8How many abreast may bicyclists ride in North Dakota?
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A: Not more than two abreast. Ride not more than two abreast; single file is safest. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Bicycles and Motorized Bicycles, page 38.
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Question 9When do the most severe teen crashes occur, according to the North Dakota manual?
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B: At night and on weekends. For teen drivers, the most severe crashes occur at night and on weekends. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: High-Risk Driving Conditions, page 41.
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Question 10How far before expiration can you renew a North Dakota license without losing time on it?
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D: 10 months. You may renew up to 10 months before expiration without losing time remaining on the old license. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Renewals, page 7.
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Question 11What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY ENDS sign mean?
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C: The median ends; two-way traffic ahead. The median or divided highway ends. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Warning Signs, page 11.
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Question 12When are snowmobiles prohibited on any North Dakota road right of way?
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B: From April 1 to November 1. Never operate a snowmobile on any right of way from April 1 to November 1. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Snowmobiles, page 39.
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Question 13How often should you check your mirrors, according to the North Dakota manual's practice tips?
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B: Every 6-8 seconds. Keep your eyes moving and use your mirrors to check around and behind the vehicle every 6-8 seconds. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Do These Each Time You Practice, page 41.
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Question 14What vision requirement applies to every North Dakota license renewal?
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C: A vision test at renewal or a vision certificate from a physician or optometrist no more than six months old. All renewal applicants must take a vision test or present a vision certificate no more than six months old. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Renewals, page 7.
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Question 15What does a TWO-WAY TRAFFIC sign mean?
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D: The road carries two-way traffic. The road has two-way traffic. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Warning Signs, page 11.
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Question 16On what kind of road may a licensed driver operate a registered off-highway vehicle in North Dakota?
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C: Gravel, dirt or loose-surface roads, or paved highways posted 55 mph or less. A licensed driver may operate a registered OHV on gravel, dirt or loose-surface roads, or paved highways posted at 55 mph or less (65 mph for class III if over 16). Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Off-Highway Vehicles Rules, page 39.
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Question 17What happens to braking distance when you double your speed?
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B: It quadruples. Doubling your speed quadruples your braking distance; doubling vehicle weight doubles it. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Do These Each Time You Practice, page 42.
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Question 18Within how many days must you notify the North Dakota Driver License Division of a name or address change?
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A: 10 days. Notify the Driver License Division within 10 days of a name or address change. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Change of Name or Address, page 8.
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Question 19What does a sign with a curved arrow and an advisory speed plaque tell you?
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A: The maximum recommended speed to take the curve or turn. Curve or turn warning signs are often supplemented with an advisory speed showing the maximum recommended speed. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Warning Signs, page 11.
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Question 20Why should you stay well back from a working snowplow?
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B: They may stop and back up, can't see directly behind them, and throw sand. Plows sometimes stop and back up, can't see directly behind, and throw sanding material. Don't crowd the plow. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Meeting Snow Removal Equipment, page 28.
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Question 21What happens to braking distance when you double your vehicle's weight?
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C: It doubles. Doubling vehicle weight doubles braking distance, so large vehicles and trailers take longer to stop. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Do These Each Time You Practice, page 42.
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Question 22Under North Dakota's farm exemption, how far from the farm may a 15-year-old drive a farm vehicle on a Class D license?
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C: Within 150 miles. A 15-year-old may drive a farm vehicle of no more than 50,000 pounds within 150 miles of the farm when hauling farm products or supplies. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Classes of Licenses, page 8.
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Question 23What does a BUMP sign warn?
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B: A bump in the road ahead; slow down to avoid losing control. There's a bump in the road ahead; slow down to avoid loss of control. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Warning Signs, page 12.
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Question 24Where should pedestrians walk if there are no sidewalks?
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D: Facing traffic, as far off the road as possible. Walk facing traffic, and if there are no sidewalks, get as far off the road as possible. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Pedestrians, page 37.
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Question 25When proceeding from a stop, which way does the North Dakota manual's practice guide say to look?
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A: Left, then front, then right. When proceeding from a stop, look left, then straight ahead, then right. Class D Noncommercial Driver License Manual 2025-2027: Do These Each Time You Practice, page 41.
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