North Dakota: 30 Hardest Driving Test Questions
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual" (2025-2027), North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT).
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What is the penalty for texting while driving, according to the manual?
- A $50 fine
- A $250 fine
- A $500 fine
- A $100 fine
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Correct answer: A $100 fine
The manual says it is not legal to text while driving and the penalty is a $100 fine.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 30 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 30)
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A slow-moving vehicle sign is mounted on the rear of vehicles or equipment being towed at what speed?
- 35 miles per hour or less
- 25 miles per hour or less
- 15 miles per hour or less
- 45 miles per hour or less
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Correct answer: 25 miles per hour or less
A slow-moving vehicle sign is mounted on the rear of vehicles or equipment being towed at 25 miles per hour or less.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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Within how many feet of a flashing beacon, stop sign, or traffic control signal placed on the side of the roadway is parking not allowed?
- 15 feet
- 5 feet
- 10 feet
- 50 feet
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Correct answer: 15 feet
The manual says not to park within 15 feet of a flashing beacon, a stop sign, or a traffic control signal placed on the side of the roadway.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 26 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 26)
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The lamps on a vehicle parked on a public highway at night must be visible for how far?
- 100 feet
- 1,000 feet
- 200 feet
- 500 feet
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Correct answer: 1,000 feet
The lamps on a vehicle parked on a public highway at night must be visible for a distance of 1,000 feet.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 26 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 26)
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In what colors may pedestrian warning signs appear?
- Fluorescent orange or standard yellow
- Fluorescent yellow-green or standard orange
- Fluorescent yellow-green or standard yellow
- Standard white or fluorescent red
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Correct answer: Fluorescent yellow-green or standard yellow
Pedestrian signs may be fluorescent yellow-green or standard yellow in color.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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When may a pedestrian cross an intersection diagonally?
- Whenever there are no vehicles in sight
- Whenever the pedestrian is in a hurry
- Only when a traffic control device says you may
- Only at night when wearing light clothing
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Correct answer: Only when a traffic control device says you may
Pedestrians must not cross intersections diagonally unless a traffic control device says they may.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 37 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 37)
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When a train is crossing, how far before the crossing should you stop?
- At least 15 feet
- At least 5 feet
- At least 50 feet
- At least 100 feet
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Correct answer: At least 15 feet
When a train is crossing, you stop at least 15 feet before the crossing.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What does the manual say about passing in the center lane of a two-way left turn lane?
- Passing or overtaking is not permitted in it
- Passing is permitted when no vehicle is waiting to turn
- Passing is permitted at speeds below 25 miles per hour
- Passing is permitted only at night
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Correct answer: Passing or overtaking is not permitted in it
The center lane is reserved only for left-turning vehicles in either direction, and passing or overtaking is not permitted in it.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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What is the maximum speed on gravel, dirt, or loose surface roads, unless otherwise posted?
- 45 miles per hour
- 65 miles per hour
- 55 miles per hour
- 70 miles per hour
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Correct answer: 55 miles per hour
The maximum speed is 55 miles per hour on gravel, dirt, or loose surface roads unless otherwise posted.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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What is the maximum speed on rural Interstate highways, unless otherwise posted?
- 80 miles per hour
- 65 miles per hour
- 70 miles per hour
- 75 miles per hour
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Correct answer: 80 miles per hour
The maximum speed is 80 miles per hour on rural Interstate highways, unless otherwise posted.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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When may studded snow tires be used in North Dakota?
- From October 15 to April 15
- From November 1 to March 31
- From October 1 to April 1
- From November 15 to April 30
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Correct answer: From October 15 to April 15
The manual says studded snow tires may be used from October 15 to April 15.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 28 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 28)
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For driver licensing, a person (other than a nonresident student, tourist, or nonresident member of the Armed Forces) who has lived in North Dakota for how long is deemed a resident?
- 45 consecutive days
- 90 consecutive days
- 120 consecutive days
- 180 consecutive days
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Correct answer: 90 consecutive days
The manual deems such a person a resident for driver licensing after 90 consecutive days in the state.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 2 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 2)
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You should never pass within what distance of an intersection, a railroad crossing, or a tunnel?
- 25 feet
- 200 feet
- 100 feet
- 300 feet
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Correct answer: 100 feet
The manual says never to pass within 100 feet of an intersection, a railroad crossing, or a tunnel.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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In bad weather, you should use your headlights when visibility is less than what distance?
- 100 feet
- 500 feet
- 1,000 feet
- 2,000 feet
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Correct answer: 1,000 feet
Use your headlights during inclement weather when visibility is less than 1,000 feet due to rain, snow, sleet, hail, smoke, or fog.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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When following another vehicle at night, within what distance should you dim your headlights?
- Within 300 feet
- Within 100 feet
- Within 500 feet
- Within 1,000 feet
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Correct answer: Within 300 feet
You should dim your headlights within 300 feet when following another vehicle.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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On a work zone barricade or vertical panel, what do diagonal stripes sloping downward to the right mean?
- The driver should keep to the left
- The driver must stop and wait for a flagperson
- The driver should keep to the right
- The road ahead is closed to all traffic
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Correct answer: The driver should keep to the right
Diagonal stripes sloping downward to the right mean the driver should keep to the right; stripes sloping downward to the left mean keep to the left.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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According to the manual’s child passenger safety tips, children under what age should ride in the back seat?
- 8
- 10
- 13
- 16
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Correct answer: 13
The manual says children under age 13 should ride in the back seat, even if the vehicle does not have an airbag.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
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What is the highest posted speed of a paved highway on which a licensed driver over 16 may operate a registered class III off-highway vehicle?
- 45 mph
- 70 mph
- 75 mph
- 65 mph
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Correct answer: 65 mph
A licensed driver over 16 may operate a registered class III off-highway vehicle on a paved highway designated and posted at a speed not exceeding 65 mph.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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During what period must you never operate a snowmobile on any right of way?
- From March 1 to October 1
- From May 1 to December 1
- From June 1 to September 1
- From April 1 to November 1
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Correct answer: From April 1 to November 1
Never operate on any right of way from April 1 to November 1 of any year.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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A crash must be reported if the combined damage reaches what amount, or if it results in injury or death?
- $500 or more
- $1,000 or more
- $2,500 or more
- $4,000 or more
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Correct answer: $4,000 or more
You must report a crash that results in combined damage of $4,000 or more, or in personal injury or death.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 27 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 27)
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When may you turn left on a red light, unless a sign prohibits it?
- From a two-way street onto a one-way street
- From a one-way street onto a two-way street
- From a one-way street onto a one-way street
- Never, because left turns on red are always prohibited
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Correct answer: From a one-way street onto a one-way street
You may turn left on a red light only from a one-way street onto a one-way street, unless a sign prohibits it.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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When should you stop on an entrance ramp?
- Only when there is no opening in the traffic flow
- Whenever other vehicles are on the highway
- Whenever the speed limit is above 55 miles per hour
- Never, under any circumstances on the ramp
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Correct answer: Only when there is no opening in the traffic flow
Stopping on entrance ramps should be avoided; stop only when there is no opening in the traffic flow.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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If your vehicle is trapped or stuck on the tracks, what does the manual tell you to do?
- Stay in the vehicle with your seat belt fastened and honk your horn until the driver sees you
- Evacuate and walk away from the tracks at a 45 degree angle, in the direction of the oncoming train
- Evacuate and walk away from the tracks at a 45 degree angle, opposite the direction of the oncoming train
- Evacuate and walk straight away from the tracks at a 90 degree angle, toward the oncoming train
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Correct answer: Evacuate and walk away from the tracks at a 45 degree angle, in the direction of the oncoming train
The manual says to evacuate your vehicle and walk in the direction of the oncoming train and away from the tracks at a 45 degree angle.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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According to the manual, a child should be at least what weight and age to move from a car seat to a booster seat?
- At least 30 pounds and at least 2 years of age
- At least 60 pounds and at least 8 years of age
- At least 50 pounds and at least 6 years of age
- At least 40 pounds and at least 4 years of age
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Correct answer: At least 40 pounds and at least 4 years of age
The manual says children should be at least 40 pounds and at least 4 years of age to move from a car seat to a booster seat.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
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A seat belt may be substituted for a child restraint for a child under eight who is at least how tall?
- 57 inches
- 40 inches
- 48 inches
- 63 inches
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Correct answer: 57 inches
The manual says a seat belt may be substituted for children who are at least 57 inches tall.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 34 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 34)
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During which hours does the night driving restriction apply to a 15 year old with a restricted Class D operator’s license?
- Between the later of sunset or 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
- Between the earlier of sunset or 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
- Between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
- Between midnight and 5:00 a.m.
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Correct answer: Between the later of sunset or 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
The restricted driver may not drive unaccompanied between the later of sunset or 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 6 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6)
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With an alcohol concentration of .08 percent or more, what is the license suspension for a first offense in seven years?
- 30 days
- 60 days
- 120 days
- 91 days
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Correct answer: 91 days
The license suspension for a first offense in seven years is 91 days.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 36 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 36)
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What is the license suspension for a second offense in seven years?
- 30 days
- 365 days
- 91 days
- 180 days
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Correct answer: 365 days
A second offense in seven years means a 365-day suspension.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 36 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 36)
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After a second DUI conviction within seven years, at least how long must a person be in the 24/7 Sobriety Program as a mandatory condition of probation?
- 3 months
- 6 months
- 24 months
- 12 months
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Correct answer: 12 months
A second conviction within seven years requires at least 12 months in the 24/7 Sobriety Program as a mandatory condition of probation.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 36 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 36)
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How is the suspension period figured for a driver with 13 or more points?
- 7 days for each point over 12
- 14 days for each point over 11
- 7 days for each point over 11
- 30 days for each point over 11
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Correct answer: 7 days for each point over 11
For 13 and above points, the period of suspension is 7 days for each point over 11.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 40 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 40)