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North Carolina DMV Knowledge Test Practice

Ready to earn your North Carolina driver’s license? Adults applying for a Class C license must pass the NCDMV knowledge test, often called the permit test or written test.

Our free NCDMV permit practice test helps you study smarter, with realistic test questions, sample tests, and a full mock exam. Practice common topics like North Carolina road signs, license requirements, and safe driving laws — all based on the official NCDMV study guide.

You’ll also find dedicated sections to help with the NCDMV license test, road sign test, and even tips for your license renewal test.


Practice Test Features:

✅ Official-style questions from the NCDMV study guide

✅ Covers written test, license test, and permit test topics

✅ Road signs, markings, and signal recognition

✅ Traffic laws, fines, and point system

✅ Available online — no sign-up required

You can retake the practice test as many times as you need, building confidence for your real NCDMV written test.

North Carolina DMV Knowledge Test

Set 1 - General DMV Questions

Study general NCDMV test questions covering rules of the road, safe driving habits, and penalty points. These sample tests reflect what you’ll see on the actual knowledge exam.

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General DMV Questions – Georgia Teen

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17. What should a teen do at a flashing red light?

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24. Why must a teen avoid distractions?

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21. What should a teen do if they feel nervous during the test?

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14. What does a teen need to bring for their road test?

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4. What is the passing score for the Georgia permit test?

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11. What type of license do teens earn after passing the road test?

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6. What is Joshua’s Law for Georgia teens?

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5. What documents must a teen bring for the permit test?

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20. What is the purpose of the permit?

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22. When can a teen drive alone with a CP permit?

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19. Why should a teen avoid tailgating?

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10. How many hours of supervised driving are required for teens?

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25. A teen approaches a school zone with flashing lights. What must they do?

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2. What must a teen pass to get a Georgia learner’s permit?

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9. How long must a teen hold their learner’s permit before taking the road test?

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16. Why must a teen practice defensive driving?

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7. What type of permit does a teen receive after passing the knowledge test?

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13. Who can ride with a Class D teen driver during the first 6 months?

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12. What is the nighttime driving restriction for Class D drivers?

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1. At what age can a teen apply for a Georgia learner’s permit (Class CP)?

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8. When driving with a Georgia CP permit, who must be in the car?

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23. What must a teen do before changing lanes?

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18. When must a teen use headlights?

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15. What happens if a teen uses a mobile phone while driving?

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3. How many questions are in each part of the Georgia teen permit test?

Set 2 – Fresh Question Bank

This section gives you updated, situationally focused NCDOT practice test questions and scenarios that challenge your understanding of North Carolina traffic laws.

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Fresh Situational Question Bank – Georgia Teen

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14. You check the mirror and see a car in your blind spot. What should you do?

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13. You are at a 4-way stop and arrive at the same time as another driver on your right. Who goes first?

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15. You approach a railroad crossing with no gates, limited visibility, and a warning sign. What should you do?

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20. You begin to feel drowsy while driving. What should you do?

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10. A pedestrian starts crossing the road outside a crosswalk. What should you do?

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16. You're driving at night and another car approaches with high beams on. What should you do?

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4. While driving, your phone vibrates with a notification. What should you do?

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3. You are driving with friends who are distracting you. What is the safest choice?

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19. A bicyclist is riding ahead on the road. What must you do when passing?

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8. You enter a curve too fast. What’s the safest action?

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2. You are merging onto a highway and traffic is fast. What should you do?

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6. You approach a green light that has been green for a long time. What should you expect?

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9. You are driving in rain and begin to hydroplane. What should you do?

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25. You are backing out of a driveway. What should you do first?

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12. You approach a school bus flashing yellow lights. What does it mean?

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5. A car ahead suddenly stops. What helps you avoid a crash?

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23. You are traveling on a wet road and need to slow down. What should you do?

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17. Your windshield fogs up during rain. What should you do?

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21. You are approaching a roundabout. What must you do?

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24. An animal runs into the road. What should you do?

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11. Another car is tailgating you. What should you do?

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7. You are turning left at an intersection with heavy traffic. What should you do?

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22. Your parent supervising you becomes distracted. Who is responsible for safe driving?

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1. You are driving with your Georgia CP permit. Your parent steps out of the car at a store. Can you continue driving?

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18. You need to send a text urgently. What should you do?

Road Signs & Markings

Prepare for the NCDMV road sign test with image-based questions about regulatory, warning, and guide signs seen across North Carolina roads.

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Road Signs & Pavement Markings – Georgia Teen

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3. You are driving with friends who are distracting you. What is the safest choice?

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1. You are driving with your Georgia CP permit. Your parent steps out of the car at a store. Can you continue driving?

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7. You are turning left at an intersection with heavy traffic. What should you do?

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4. While driving, your phone vibrates with a notification. What should you do?

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8. You enter a curve too fast. What’s the safest action?

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12. You approach a school bus flashing yellow lights. What does it mean?

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22. Your parent supervising you becomes distracted. Who is responsible for safe driving?

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9. You are driving in rain and begin to hydroplane. What should you do?

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20. You begin to feel drowsy while driving. What should you do?

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10. A pedestrian starts crossing the road outside a crosswalk. What should you do?

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24. An animal runs into the road. What should you do?

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13. You are at a 4-way stop and arrive at the same time as another driver on your right. Who goes first?

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21. You are approaching a roundabout. What must you do?

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16. You're driving at night and another car approaches with high beams on. What should you do?

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15. You approach a railroad crossing with no gates, limited visibility, and a warning sign. What should you do?

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25. You are backing out of a driveway. What should you do first?

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17. Your windshield fogs up during rain. What should you do?

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19. A bicyclist is riding ahead on the road. What must you do when passing?

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23. You are traveling on a wet road and need to slow down. What should you do?

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14. You check the mirror and see a car in your blind spot. What should you do?

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2. You are merging onto a highway and traffic is fast. What should you do?

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18. You need to send a text urgently. What should you do?

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5. A car ahead suddenly stops. What helps you avoid a crash?

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11. Another car is tailgating you. What should you do?

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6. You approach a green light that has been green for a long time. What should you expect?

Traffic Laws & Safety Rules

Review essential NCDMV license test topics like seatbelt laws, distracted driving bans, and fines for common infractions.

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Traffic Laws & Safety Rules – Georgia Teen

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10. When must headlights be turned on in Florida?

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3. What is the curfew for 16-year-old drivers in Florida?

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12. What should a teen do if an emergency vehicle approaches?

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23. What is required before changing lanes?

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5. What is required during the first 3 months of a teen’s learner’s permit?

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18. What is the penalty for speeding in a school zone?

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14. When is it legal to turn right on red?

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25. How should teens handle road rage from another driver?

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13. What does a solid red traffic light mean?

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4. What is the curfew for 17-year-old drivers?

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15. What is the top reason new teen drivers crash?

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9. What is the minimum following distance recommended for teens?

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24. What is the safest following distance in rain?

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21. When must a teen yield to pedestrians?

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1. What is Florida’s “Zero Tolerance” rule for drivers under 21?

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16. Can a teen drive with only one working headlight?

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6. Who must supervise a teen during permit driving?

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22. Who must wear seat belts in a teen’s vehicle?

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19. Can a teen use high beams in fog?

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7. What happens if a teen accumulates 6 points within 12 months?

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11. Is texting while driving legal for teens?

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17. How should teens react to aggressive drivers?

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20. What should a teen do at a flashing red light?

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8. What does Florida’s “Move Over” law require?

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2. What happens if a teen refuses a breath or BAC test?

Fines & Point System

Understand how North Carolina’s point system works and how violations can impact your driving record — an important part of the NCDMV study guide.

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Fines & Point System – Georgia Teen

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1. What happens if a teen uses a phone while driving?

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5. How many points for unlawful passing of a school bus?

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6. How many points for speeding 15–18 mph over the limit?

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19. Fine for distracted driving (1st offense)?

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15. Points for wrong-way driving?

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21. Consequence for too many points?

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9. Consequence for hit-and-run?

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16. Penalty for fleeing police?

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25. Penalty for driving past curfew with a Class D license?

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7. Penalty for teen DUI?

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20. Penalty for fake ID use?

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11. Points for improper passing?

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2. How many points is aggressive driving?

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14. Penalty for failing to yield?

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10. Penalty for racing on highways?

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4. How many points for reckless driving?

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3. How many points can suspend a Georgia teen license?

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8. Points for following too closely?

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12. Points for ignoring a traffic signal?

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23. Points for improper lane change?

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18. Penalty for driving without insurance?

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24. Penalty for street racing spectators?

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22. Penalty for not stopping at school bus?

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17. Penalty for not wearing seat belt (teen)?

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13. Penalty for underage possession of alcohol?

Full New York DMV Mock Test (46 Questions)

Take a full NCDMV sample test, simulating the real written test experience with 46 randomized questions to check your readiness.

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Full DMV Mock Test (46 Questions) – Georgia Teen

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15. What happens if a teen uses a mobile phone while driving?

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20. What is the purpose of the permit?

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23. What must a teen do before changing lanes?

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13. Who can ride with a Class D teen driver during the first 6 months?

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22. When can a teen drive alone with a CP permit?

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1. At what age can a teen apply for a Georgia learner’s permit (Class CP)?

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21. What should a teen do if they feel nervous during the test?

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10. How many hours of supervised driving are required for teens?

9 / 25

17. What should a teen do at a flashing red light?

10 / 25

7. What type of permit does a teen receive after passing the knowledge test?

11 / 25

6. What is Joshua’s Law for Georgia teens?

12 / 25

9. How long must a teen hold their learner’s permit before taking the road test?

13 / 25

14. What does a teen need to bring for their road test?

14 / 25

11. What type of license do teens earn after passing the road test?

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16. Why must a teen practice defensive driving?

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25. A teen approaches a school zone with flashing lights. What must they do?

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24. Why must a teen avoid distractions?

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5. What documents must a teen bring for the permit test?

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2. What must a teen pass to get a Georgia learner’s permit?

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18. When must a teen use headlights?

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8. When driving with a Georgia CP permit, who must be in the car?

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12. What is the nighttime driving restriction for Class D drivers?

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3. How many questions are in each part of the Georgia teen permit test?

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19. Why should a teen avoid tailgating?

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4. What is the passing score for the Georgia permit test?

North Carolina Knowledge Test Version

What You’ll Learn (North Carolina Knowledge Test Version)

✅ Questions designed for the official NCDMV permit and license tests

✅ Practice tests, study guide material, and sample written test questions

✅ Road sign and signal test preparation

✅ Covers both initial license and license renewal knowledge exams

✅ Mobile-friendly, no account needed

North Carolina DMV Knowledge Test

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