North Dakota: Right-of-way and turning
Who yields at intersections and roundabouts, turns on one-way and two-way roads, U-turns and passing. Split into 2 shorter tests so you're not stuck in one long quiz.
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Two vehicles approach an unsigned intersection at approximately the same time. Which vehicle must yield?
- The vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right.
- The vehicle on the right yields to the vehicle on the left.
- The faster vehicle yields to the slower vehicle.
- The larger vehicle yields to the smaller vehicle.
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Correct answer: The vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right.
When two vehicles reach an unsigned intersection at about the same time, the vehicle on the left side must yield to the vehicle on the right.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 19 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 19)
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At an uncontrolled T-intersection, which vehicle must yield?
- The vehicle on the continuing street yields to vehicles on the terminating street.
- The vehicle on the terminating street yields to vehicles on the continuing street.
- The vehicle that arrives with fewer passengers yields.
- The vehicle turning right yields to the vehicle going straight.
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Correct answer: The vehicle on the terminating street yields to vehicles on the continuing street.
At an uncontrolled T-intersection, the vehicle on the street that ends must yield to vehicles on the street that continues.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 19 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 19)
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A driver is turning left at an intersection. Whom must the driver yield to?
- Traffic approaching from behind
- Vehicles on the cross street only
- Nobody, because turning vehicles go first
- Oncoming traffic
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Correct answer: Oncoming traffic
Vehicles turning left must yield to oncoming traffic.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 19 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 19)
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When you turn left at an intersection, what should you watch for?
- Vehicles passing on the left side of the vehicle turning left
- Pedestrians crossing only on the far side of the road
- Vehicles passing on the right side of the vehicle turning left
- Vehicles backing out of a driveway behind you
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Correct answer: Vehicles passing on the right side of the vehicle turning left
The manual warns drivers to watch for vehicles passing on the right side of a vehicle that is turning left.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 19 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 19)
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At a four-way stop, which vehicle goes first?
- The vehicle that stops first
- The vehicle that is turning right
- The vehicle that is the largest
- The vehicle that arrives on the left
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Correct answer: The vehicle that stops first
At a four-way stop, the vehicle that stops first goes first.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 19 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 19)
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At a four-way stop, another vehicle goes out of turn. What should you do?
- Sound your horn and go at the same time
- Pull forward to block the other vehicle
- Wait until the other vehicle has stopped again
- Yield to that vehicle so that you do not cause a crash
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Correct answer: Yield to that vehicle so that you do not cause a crash
If one vehicle goes out of turn at a four-way stop, you should yield to it so that you do not cause a crash.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 19 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 19)
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A vehicle is entering or crossing a roadway from a private drive. What must it do?
- Yield only to vehicles on its right
- Go first because the road is public
- Flash its lights and then go
- Yield to all oncoming traffic
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Correct answer: Yield to all oncoming traffic
Vehicles entering or crossing a roadway from a private drive must yield to all oncoming traffic.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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You are leaving a driveway, alley, or private road within a business or residential district where there is a sidewalk. Where must you stop?
- At the edge of the roadway beyond the sidewalk
- Only if pedestrians are on the sidewalk
- Immediately before crossing the sidewalk area
- In the middle of the sidewalk
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Correct answer: Immediately before crossing the sidewalk area
Vehicles emerging from a driveway, alley, private road, or building must come to a complete stop immediately before crossing a sidewalk area.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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You may not make a U-turn near the crest of a hill or any curve where you cannot see how far?
- 500 feet or more
- 200 feet or more
- 100 feet or more
- 1,000 feet or more
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Correct answer: 500 feet or more
A U-turn may not be made near the crest of a hill or any curve where the driver cannot see 500 feet or more.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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On two-way roads, which side of the roadway must you drive on?
- The left-hand side
- The center of the road
- Whichever side has less traffic
- The right-hand side
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Correct answer: The right-hand side
On two-way roads you must drive on the right-hand side of the roadway; passing means driving against the flow of oncoming traffic.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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When there is a hill or a curve ahead, how must you treat it before passing?
- As if the road beyond it is clear
- As if there is oncoming traffic just beyond it
- As if oncoming traffic is a mile away
- As a safe place to pass if you are fast
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Correct answer: As if there is oncoming traffic just beyond it
Whenever there is a hill or a curve ahead, you must treat it as if there is oncoming traffic just beyond it.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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After passing, you should return to your proper lane at least how far before meeting an approaching vehicle?
- 200 feet
- 50 feet
- 100 feet
- 500 feet
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Correct answer: 200 feet
You should return to your proper lane at least 200 feet before meeting an approaching vehicle.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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When may you return to your lane after passing another vehicle?
- As soon as your front bumper passes the other vehicle’s rear bumper
- As soon as the other driver slows down to let you back in
- When you see the whole front of the passed vehicle in your inside mirror
- After you have counted to three beyond the passed vehicle
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Correct answer: When you see the whole front of the passed vehicle in your inside mirror
Do not return to your lane until you can see the image of the entire front of the vehicle you passed within the inside rear-view mirror.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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When passing, what should you never leave?
- Your turn signal on
- The main-traveled roadway
- The lane you started in
- Your following distance
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Correct answer: The main-traveled roadway
The manual says that when passing, you should never leave the main-traveled roadway.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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You are being passed by another vehicle. What should you do?
- Speed up to stay even
- Move onto the shoulder
- Flash your headlights
- Do not speed up
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Correct answer: Do not speed up
The manual says that when being passed, you should not speed up.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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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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According to the manual, in which situation should you never pass?
- When your view of the road is reduced by fog, snow, or rain
- When the vehicle ahead is traveling below the speed limit
- When it is daytime and the pavement is dry
- When a vehicle behind you is following closely
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Correct answer: When your view of the road is reduced by fog, snow, or rain
You should never pass when your view of the road is reduced or obstructed by fog, snow, or rain.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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You see a pavement marking or sign indicating NO PASSING. What does the manual say about passing?
- Pass only if the road ahead is clear
- Pass only if you are driving a fast vehicle
- Pass only during daylight
- Never pass
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Correct answer: Never pass
The manual lists seeing any pavement marking or sign indicating NO PASSING as a time when you must never pass.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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What danger does the manual mention even when driving in the left lane of a four-lane highway?
- You might be stopped suddenly by a railroad crossing
- You might collide with a vehicle going the wrong way
- You might be forced to pass on the right side
- You might enter a roundabout by mistake
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Correct answer: You might collide with a vehicle going the wrong way
Many head-on collisions occur while passing; even in the left lane of a four-lane highway, you might collide with a vehicle going the wrong way.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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If possible, where should you avoid changing lanes?
- Within an intersection
- On a straight road
- On a one-way street
- On a road with two lanes in your direction
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Correct answer: Within an intersection
The manual says that, if possible, you should avoid changing lanes within an intersection.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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Besides checking your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?
- Sound your horn to warn the drivers around you of your move
- Slow down to a complete stop before you move over
- Look over your shoulder for vehicles already in the other lane
- Turn on your hazard lights until the lane change ends
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Correct answer: Look over your shoulder for vehicles already in the other lane
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors and look over your shoulder for vehicles behind you and already in the other lane.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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What is a “blind spot”?
- An area that is hidden from view by darkness or glare
- An area where mirrors fail to pick up approaching traffic
- An area where no traffic signs are posted along the road
- An area beyond the reach of your headlights at night
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Correct answer: An area where mirrors fail to pick up approaching traffic
Blind spots are areas where mirrors fail to pick up approaching traffic.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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How many lanes should you change at a time?
- As many as needed to reach your lane
- Two lanes if the road is clear
- Three lanes if you signal early
- Only one lane at a time
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Correct answer: Only one lane at a time
The manual says to change only one lane at a time.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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When should you cancel your turn signal after a lane change?
- Before you begin moving over
- After you have driven one mile
- When you complete the lane change
- When the next intersection is reached
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Correct answer: When you complete the lane change
You should cancel your signal when you complete the lane change.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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Who is responsible for safely changing lanes?
- The driver of the vehicle making the lane change
- The driver of the vehicle already in the lane
- The driver of the larger vehicle
- The driver who is traveling faster
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Correct answer: The driver of the vehicle making the lane change
The driver of the vehicle making the lane change is responsible for safely changing lanes.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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For how far before a turn must you signal continuously?
- The last 100 feet
- The last 25 feet
- The last 200 feet
- The last 500 feet
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Correct answer: The last 100 feet
You must signal continuously for the last 100 feet before the turn.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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When making any turn, what should you check?
- Only the lane that you are entering
- Only for oncoming vehicles
- Only for vehicles coming from behind
- Both ways for traffic and pedestrians
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Correct answer: Both ways for traffic and pedestrians
When making any turn, you should check both ways for traffic and pedestrians.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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When approaching an intersection to make a right turn, where should you position your vehicle?
- In the center of the roadway, then swing right at the corner
- As far to the right as possible, turning close to the right curb
- Near the center line, then swing right to make the turn
- In the left lane, then cut across to the right curb
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Correct answer: As far to the right as possible, turning close to the right curb
For a right turn, stay as far to the right as possible and make the turn close to the right curb.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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To turn left from a one-way road onto a two-way road, where should you begin?
- In the left turn lane
- In the right lane
- As close to the right curb as possible
- In the center of the intersection
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Correct answer: In the left turn lane
To turn left from a one-way road onto a two-way road, begin in the left turn lane.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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To turn left from a one-way road onto a one-way road, how should you make the turn?
- Begin from the right lane and swing wide to the left
- Begin from the center of the road and stay on the center line
- Begin from the left lane and make the turn close to the left curb
- Begin from the right lane and finish in the left lane
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Correct answer: Begin from the left lane and make the turn close to the left curb
When turning left from a one-way to a one-way, begin the turn from the left lane and make the turn close to the left curb.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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When turning left from a two-way road onto a two-way road, where should you begin the turn?
- As far to the right as possible
- As close to the centerline as possible
- In the center of the intersection
- Close to the right curb
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Correct answer: As close to the centerline as possible
When turning left from a two-way road onto a two-way road, begin as close to the centerline as possible.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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To turn left from a two-way road onto a one-way road, which lane of the one-way road do you enter?
- The right lane
- Either lane
- The center lane
- The left lane
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Correct answer: The left lane
When turning left onto a one-way road from a two-way road, make the turn before reaching the center of the intersection and enter the left lane of the one-way road.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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To turn left from a two-way road onto a one-way road, how should you approach the turn?
- With your right wheels close to the right-hand curb
- With your car stopped in the middle of the intersection
- With your left wheels close to the centerline of the road
- With your car in the far right lane
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Correct answer: With your left wheels close to the centerline of the road
You approach the turn with your left wheels close to the centerline of the road.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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When you turn left from a two-way road onto a four-lane highway, which lane do you enter?
- The passing lane
- The lane next to the curb
- The lane farthest from the centerline
- Any lane that is open
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Correct answer: The passing lane
You make the turn so that you enter the passing lane of the four-lane highway, then move right when traffic permits.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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After you turn left from a two-way road onto a four-lane highway and enter the passing lane, what should you do when traffic permits?
- Stay in the passing lane until you reach your exit
- Stop on the shoulder and wait for a gap
- Make a U-turn at the next opportunity
- Move to the right, out of the passing lane
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Correct answer: Move to the right, out of the passing lane
When traffic permits, you should move to the right, out of the passing lane.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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In which direction do vehicles travel around the center island of a roundabout?
- Clockwise
- Counter-clockwise
- Straight across the island
- In either direction
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Correct answer: Counter-clockwise
A roundabout is a circular intersection where vehicles travel around a center island in a counter-clockwise direction.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What are roundabouts designed to do?
- Reduce the number and severity of collisions
- Increase the speed limit on side streets
- Remove the need for lane markings
- Allow vehicles to stop in the center island
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Correct answer: Reduce the number and severity of collisions
Roundabouts are designed to reduce the number and severity of collisions and to improve the flow of traffic.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What is the first step the manual lists when approaching a roundabout?
- Stop completely at the entrance
- Change to the left lane
- Reduce your speed
- Sound your horn
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Correct answer: Reduce your speed
The first step when approaching a roundabout is to reduce your speed.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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At a roundabout with more than one lane, which lane do you use to turn right, unless signs and pavement markings direct otherwise?
- The left lane
- The right lane
- The center island
- Any lane
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Correct answer: The right lane
If more than one lane exists, use the left lane to turn left, the right lane to turn right, and all lanes to go through unless directed otherwise.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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At a roundabout, which of these must you yield to?
- Only vehicles that are larger than yours
- Only vehicles leaving the roundabout
- Only vehicles entering from your left
- Pedestrians and bicyclists
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Correct answer: Pedestrians and bicyclists
When approaching a roundabout, you must yield to pedestrians and bicyclists.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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When entering a roundabout, whom do you yield to?
- Traffic waiting behind you
- Vehicles leaving the roundabout
- Circulating traffic
- Nobody; entering vehicles go first
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Correct answer: Circulating traffic
You yield to circulating traffic when entering the roundabout.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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Within a roundabout, what should you do about your lane?
- Stay in your lane
- Change lanes to pass slow vehicles
- Move to the center island
- Cross to the outer lane to exit
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Correct answer: Stay in your lane
The manual says to stay in your lane within the roundabout.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What should you assume about trucks in a roundabout?
- They will always yield to cars
- They must stop before entering the roundabout
- They need less space than a car
- They need all available space, so do not pass them
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Correct answer: They need all available space, so do not pass them
Always assume trucks need all available space in a roundabout, and do not pass them.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What does the center island of a roundabout include to assist large trucks?
- An apron to accommodate the rear wheels of the vehicle
- An extra travel lane inside the center island
- A stop sign at each entrance to the roundabout
- A pedestrian crosswalk across the center island
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Correct answer: An apron to accommodate the rear wheels of the vehicle
To assist large trucks, the center island includes an apron to accommodate the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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What do the practice tips say a driver should do before a right turn at a red light?
- Slow down and roll through if clear
- Honk the horn to warn other drivers
- Come to a complete stop
- Turn only when a green arrow appears
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Correct answer: Come to a complete stop
The practice tips say to come to a complete stop at stop signs and for right turns at red lights.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 41 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 41)