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New Hampshire DMV permit practice test 11

21 questions written from the New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360), covering safe and defensive driving, road signs, licensing laws and penalties. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real New Hampshire DMV test has 40 questions and you need 32 right.

21 questions
  1. Question 1Your car has a blind spot monitor. Before changing lanes, should you still do a head check?

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    D: Yes, always check mirrors and look over your shoulder. Blind spot warnings help, but the driver should still always check mirrors and look over their shoulders before changing lanes. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 5: Basic Driving: Vehicle Warning Systems, page 25.

  2. Question 2What are drums, cones and tubes used for in work zones?

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    B: To keep traffic out of hazardous areas and guide drivers through. Barriers like drums, cones and tubes keep traffic out of hazardous work areas and guide drivers through. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 6: Rules of the Road: Work Zone Signs, page 29.

  3. Question 3A New Hampshire Youth Operator under 18 may not carry how many passengers?

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    C: More passengers than there are seat belts or safety restraints. Youth Operators under 18 may not drive with more passengers than seat belts or safety restraints in the vehicle. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 2: Driver's License and Non-Driver ID Information: Specific Restrictions for Youth Operators, page 10.

  4. Question 4What should you do if you are angry or upset before driving?

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    C: Take time to calm down first, such as a short walk, or have someone else drive. Take time to calm down before driving, leave early to avoid stress, or have someone else drive. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 3: Emotions, page 16.

  5. Question 5What is the minimum age for a New Hampshire Non-Driver Identification Card?

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    C: 12. Non-Driver ID cards may be issued to NH residents without a valid license who are at least 12. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 2: Driver's License and Non-Driver ID Information: Non-Driver Identification Cards, page 11.

  6. Question 6What does NHTSA advise to avoid leaving a child in a hot car?

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    B: Check the entire vehicle, especially the back seat, before locking and walking away. Never leave a child unattended for any time; make it a habit to check the whole vehicle, especially the back seat, before locking. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 3: Hot Vehicle Information, page 16.

  7. Question 7What is required for a New Hampshire driver under 18 to be issued a license?

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    C: Written permission from a parent or guardian (or responsible adult) and proof of insurance coverage, unless emancipated by marriage. No one under 18 gets a license unless a parent, guardian or responsible adult gives written permission and insurance coverage is presented, or the person is emancipated by marriage. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 1: Driving in New Hampshire: Parental Consent, page 9.

  8. Question 8What equipment must a towed trailer have in New Hampshire?

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    B: Properly mounted wheels with fenders or mud guards, inflated tires, and proper tail, stop, turn, plate and side marker lamps and reflectors. Trailers need properly mounted, lubricated wheels with fenders or mud guards, proper tire inflation, and tail, stop, turn signal, plate and side marker lamps and reflectors. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 4: Towing a Trailer, page 18.

  9. Question 9Under RSA 263:19, who must complete approved driver education before applying for a New Hampshire license?

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    D: Applicants 16 or 17 years old. NH law requires all 16- and 17-year-old license applicants to have first completed an approved driver education program. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 1: Driving in New Hampshire: Licensing Requirements, page 7.

  10. Question 10Under what condition may a non-resident without a valid license drive in New Hampshire?

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    A: If at least 15½ and accompanied by a licensed responsible adult 25 or older. Non-residents must have a valid license, or be at least 15½ and accompanied by a licensed responsible adult 25 or older. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 1: Driving in New Hampshire: Out-of-State Drivers Driving in NH, page 8.

  11. Question 11What does New Hampshire's 'One License Concept' require of new residents?

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    A: Surrender all valid driver licenses from other jurisdictions when applying. RSA 263:4 requires new residents to surrender all valid licenses from other jurisdictions when applying for an NH license. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 1: Driving in New Hampshire: New Residents to NH, page 7.

  12. Question 12Who is exempt from getting a New Hampshire license?

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    A: Members of the US military stationed in NH with a valid home-state license. Exempt drivers include non-residents with valid home-state licenses, military stationed in NH with valid home-state licenses, and foreign tourists with valid home-country licenses. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 1: Driving in New Hampshire: New Residents to NH, page 7.

  13. Question 13How early can you renew your New Hampshire license if you'll be temporarily out of state at renewal time?

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    D: Up to six months in advance. Applicants may apply for renewal up to six months in advance if they plan to be temporarily out of state at renewal time. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 2: Driver's License and Non-Driver ID Information: Driver's License Renewal, page 11.

  14. Question 14Whose responsibility is it to renew a New Hampshire license if no reminder arrives?

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    C: The applicant's. Renewal is the applicant's responsibility; if no notice arrives, go to any DMV location before expiration. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 2: Driver's License and Non-Driver ID Information: Driver's License Renewal, page 11.

  15. Question 15Under New Hampshire's 'Under 20' law, what is the suspension range for a youth driver's second offense?

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    A: 45-90 days. Second offense: a minimum of 45 days but not more than 90 days. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 2: Driver's License and Non-Driver ID Information: Youth Operator 'Under 20' Law, page 12.

  16. Question 16Under the 'Under 20' law, what extra condition applies after a third or subsequent offense?

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    D: Completing an approved in-person driver attitude program to reinstate. For a third or subsequent offense (90-180 days), reinstatement also requires completing an approved in-person driver attitude program. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 2: Driver's License and Non-Driver ID Information: Youth Operator 'Under 20' Law, page 12.

  17. Question 17Who may be in the vehicle during the New Hampshire road test?

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    A: Only the applicant and the DMV Licensing Examiner. No one except the applicant and the authorized DMV Licensing Examiner may be in the vehicle during the road test. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 1: Driving in New Hampshire: Required Driver's License Tests, page 9.

  18. Question 18About how long does the average New Hampshire road test take?

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    B: About 20 minutes. The average road test takes approximately 20 minutes; the examiner gives instructions but cannot coach. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 1: Driving in New Hampshire: Required Driver's License Tests, page 8.

  19. Question 19What happens if you fail the New Hampshire vision test?

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    A: An eye examination with a doctor's recommendation is required before further testing. If the vision test is not passed, an eye exam with a doctor's recommendation of visual capability is required before more testing. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 1: Driving in New Hampshire: Required Driver's License Tests, page 8.

  20. Question 20Is an audio (oral) version of the New Hampshire knowledge test available?

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    B: Yes, automated oral testing with headphones for anyone who needs it. Automated oral testing with headphones is available for anyone who needs it; notify the representative before the test. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 1: Driving in New Hampshire: Required Driver's License Tests, page 8.

  21. Question 21Which language is NOT listed for New Hampshire's automated knowledge test?

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    C: German. The test is offered in English, ASL, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Farsi and Mandarin Chinese. New Hampshire Driver's Manual (DSMV 360): Section 1: Driving in New Hampshire: Required Driver's License Tests, page 8.

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