North Dakota: Sharing the road — Part 4 Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “When may a bicycle rider carry a package or bundle?” · “What is true about operating an off-highway vehicle within the right of way of a controlled-access highway?”
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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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When may a bicycle rider carry a package or bundle?
- Only if it is held against the body with both arms
- Only if it weighs less than ten pounds
- Only if it allows at least one hand to stay on the handlebar
- Only during daylight hours
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Correct answer: Only if it allows at least one hand to stay on the handlebar
Only carry a package or bundle if it allows you to keep at least one hand on the handlebar.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 38 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 38)
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Which of these should a bicycle rider NOT do?
- Hold on to other moving vehicles to be towed
- Keep to the right side of the roadway
- Use hand signals before turning
- Wear brightly-colored clothing
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Correct answer: Hold on to other moving vehicles to be towed
Bicycle riders must not hold on to other moving vehicles for the purpose of being towed.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 38 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 38)
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At night, a bicycle headlight must be visible from what distance?
- 500 feet
- 100 feet
- 300 feet
- 1,000 feet
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Correct answer: 500 feet
At night, all bicycles must be equipped with a headlight visible from a distance of 500 feet.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 38 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 38)
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At night, what must a bicycle also have on the rear?
- A white reflector
- A yellow flashing light
- A red reflector
- A bell
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Correct answer: A red reflector
At night the bicycle must also have a red reflector on the rear.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 38 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 38)
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If a bicycle is equipped with a taillight, how far to the rear must it be visible?
- 100 feet
- 500 feet
- 300 feet
- 1,000 feet
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Correct answer: 500 feet
If equipped with a taillight, it must be visible for 500 feet to the rear.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 38 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 38)
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Which agency issues the off-highway vehicle safety certificate that an operator may have instead of a driver’s license or permit?
- North Dakota Highway Patrol
- The Driver License Division
- North Dakota Game and Fish Department
- North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department
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Correct answer: North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department
The off-highway vehicle safety certificate is issued by the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 38 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 38)
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Persons under what age must wear a safety helmet that meets United States Department of Transportation standards when operating an off-highway vehicle?
- 14
- 16
- 21
- 18
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Correct answer: 18
Persons under the age of 18 must wear a safety helmet that meets United States Department of Transportation standards.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 38 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 38)
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At what angle must an off-highway vehicle cross a street or highway?
- At a 45-degree angle to the direction of traffic
- Approximately 90 degrees to the direction of the highway
- At whatever angle is quickest
- At a shallow angle so it crosses as quickly as possible
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Correct answer: Approximately 90 degrees to the direction of the highway
An off-highway vehicle must cross at an angle of approximately 90 degrees to the direction of the highway.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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What must an off-highway vehicle operator do before crossing the shoulder or main-traveled roadway?
- Slow to a walking speed
- Honk the horn twice
- Come to a complete stop
- Turn on the headlight
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Correct answer: Come to a complete stop
The operator must come to a complete stop before crossing the shoulder or main-traveled roadway and yield to all roadway traffic.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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Where may an off-highway vehicle cross a divided highway?
- Only at an intersection of the highway with another street or highway
- At any place along the highway where the operator has a clear view
- At any gap in the median between the two roadways
- Only where a flagger directs the operator across the road
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Correct answer: Only at an intersection of the highway with another street or highway
When crossing a divided highway, an off-highway vehicle may cross only at an intersection of the highway with another street or highway.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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What is true about operating an off-highway vehicle within the right of way of a controlled-access highway?
- It is not allowed except in emergencies
- It is allowed if the vehicle is registered
- It is allowed if the operator is over 16 years of age
- It is allowed only between sunrise and sunset
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Correct answer: It is not allowed except in emergencies
Except in emergencies, you may not operate within the right of way of any controlled-access highway.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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Who may operate an off-highway vehicle on the bottom, back slope, inside slope, and shoulder of a highway other than a controlled-access highway?
- A person delivering supplies for a private landowner along the road
- Anyone under 18 wearing a safety helmet
- A person performing pest control or survey work for a political subdivision
- Any person with an off-highway vehicle safety certificate
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Correct answer: A person performing pest control or survey work for a political subdivision
A person performing pest control or survey work for a political subdivision may operate there.
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 licensed driver may operate a registered off-highway vehicle on which type of roadway?
- An Interstate highway or any controlled-access highway
- A gravel, dirt, or loose surface roadway
- A paved highway posted at 70 miles per hour
- A divided highway posted at 75 miles per hour
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Correct answer: A gravel, dirt, or loose surface roadway
A licensed driver may operate a registered off-highway vehicle on a gravel, dirt, or loose surface roadway.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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What is the highest posted speed of a paved highway on which a licensed driver may operate a registered off-highway vehicle?
- 35 mph
- 40 mph
- 45 mph
- 55 mph
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Correct answer: 55 mph
A registered off-highway vehicle may be operated by a licensed driver on a paved highway designated and posted at a speed not exceeding 55 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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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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In order to operate a snowmobile on a highway right of way, what must you have in your possession?
- A snowmobile registration decal only
- A valid driver’s license or a snowmobile safety certificate
- A written permit from the highway department for each trip
- Proof of snowmobile insurance
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Correct answer: A valid driver’s license or a snowmobile safety certificate
You must have a valid driver’s license or a snowmobile safety certificate issued by the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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Which of these must a snowmobile have?
- A horn
- A turn signal
- Brakes
- A rearview mirror
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Correct answer: Brakes
A snowmobile must have a headlight, a taillight, brakes, and a leakproof exhaust system that includes a muffler.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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What kind of exhaust system must a snowmobile have?
- A leakproof exhaust system that includes a muffler
- A straight-pipe exhaust system with no muffler
- A sealed exhaust system with a spark arrester
- An exhaust system open to the engine
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Correct answer: A leakproof exhaust system that includes a muffler
A snowmobile must have a leakproof exhaust system which includes a muffler.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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Persons under what age must wear a safety helmet that meets United States Department of Transportation standards when operating a snowmobile?
- 18
- 14
- 16
- 21
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Correct answer: 18
Persons under the age of 18 must wear a safety helmet that meets United States Department of Transportation standards.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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Where may a snowmobile never be operated?
- Across a roadway at a right angle after stopping
- On private land with permission
- On the roadway, shoulder, or inside bank of any road
- At an intersection when crossing a divided highway
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Correct answer: On the roadway, shoulder, or inside bank of any road
Never operate a snowmobile on the roadway, shoulder, or inside bank of any road in North Dakota.
Source: North Dakota Noncommercial Driver License Manual (2025-2027), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)