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New Mexico MVD permit practice test 8

25 questions written from the New Mexico Driver Manual, covering emergencies, sharing the road, alcohol and drugs, licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.

25 questions
  1. Question 1Without ABS, how should you turn quickly to avoid something?

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    B: Step on the brake, then let up and turn the wheel. Without ABS, brake, then let up and turn; braking puts weight on the front tires for a quicker turn. New Mexico Driver Manual: Turning Quickly, page 32.

  2. Question 2What must a school bus driver do before crossing railroad tracks in New Mexico?

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    B: Open the bus doors. A school bus driver must open the doors of the bus before crossing. New Mexico Driver Manual: Railroad Crossing Warning Signs, page 6.

  3. Question 3What can 'pep pills' and diet pills do to a driver later on?

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    B: Make them nervous, dizzy, unable to concentrate, and affect vision. They may make you feel alert briefly but later cause nervousness, dizziness, poor concentration and vision effects. New Mexico Driver Manual: Other Drugs And Driving, page 29.

  4. Question 4Without a licensed driver 21 or older present, how many non-family passengers under 21 may a provisional driver carry?

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    B: One. A provisional driver may not have more than one passenger under 21 who is not an immediate family member, unless a licensed driver 21+ is present. New Mexico Driver Manual: Provisional License, page 1.

  5. Question 5When should you give a light tap on the horn?

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    B: When a pedestrian or cyclist appears to be moving into your lane. Tap the horn lightly when a person on foot or bike seems to be moving into your lane, or a driver may not see you. New Mexico Driver Manual: Letting Others Know You Are There, page 18.

  6. Question 6How are reversible lanes usually marked?

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    B: Double-dashed yellow lines. Reversible lanes are usually marked by double-dashed yellow lines. New Mexico Driver Manual: Reversible Lanes, page 9.

  7. Question 7What colors are destination guide signs to cities or parks?

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    A: Green or brown with white lettering. Destination signs are green or brown with white lettering. New Mexico Driver Manual: Destination Signs, page 8.

  8. Question 8When driving around a traffic circle, which side of the island must you drive on?

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    B: The right side. When you drive around a traffic circle, you must drive on the right side of the island. New Mexico Driver Manual: One-Way Streets and Circles, page 12.

  9. Question 9In a heavy rain, at about what speed can tires lose all traction with the road?

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    C: 50 mph. In heavy rain, tires can lose all traction at about 50 mph; bald tires lose traction at lower speeds. New Mexico Driver Manual: Adjusting to Road Conditions, page 20.

  10. Question 10When might speeding up be the best way to avoid a collision?

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    B: When another vehicle is about to hit you from the side or behind and there is room ahead. Speed up when you are about to be hit from the side or behind and there's room ahead; then slow down. New Mexico Driver Manual: Speeding Up, page 32.

  11. Question 11Railroad crossing lights are flashing and bells ringing. What must you do?

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    B: Stop, and do not cross until the bells or horn stop. When lights flash you must stop; do not drive around a gate or cross until the bell or horn stops. New Mexico Driver Manual: Railroad Crossing Warning Signs, page 6.

  12. Question 12Studies show marijuana users who drive:

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    B: Make more mistakes and have more trouble adjusting to glare. People who use marijuana make more mistakes, have trouble adjusting to glare and are arrested for violations more often. New Mexico Driver Manual: Other Drugs And Driving, page 30.

  13. Question 13How long must you hold a provisional license before getting an unrestricted license?

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    B: The 12-month period immediately before applying. The driver must have held a provisional license for the 12 months immediately before applying. New Mexico Driver Manual: Unrestricted Driver License, page 2.

  14. Question 14When should you sound a sharp blast on the horn?

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    B: When a child or older person is about to walk or ride into the street. Use a sharp blast when there is danger, such as a child about to run into the street or a vehicle about to hit you. New Mexico Driver Manual: Letting Others Know You Are There, page 19.

  15. Question 15Over a reversible lane, what does a steady yellow X mean?

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    B: The lane use is changing; move out of it as soon as it is safe. A steady yellow X means the lane's use is changing and you should move out as soon as safe; a flashing yellow X means turns only. New Mexico Driver Manual: Reversible Lanes, page 9.

  16. Question 16What color are service signs for rest areas, gas and hospitals?

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    B: Blue with white letters or symbols. Service signs are blue with white letters or symbols. New Mexico Driver Manual: Service Signs, page 8.

  17. Question 17Your tires seem to have lost traction on a wet road. What should you do?

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    B: Ease off the gas and keep the wheel straight until the tires grip again. Ease off the gas, keep the wheel straight, and don't try to stop or turn until the tires grip again. New Mexico Driver Manual: Adjusting to Road Conditions, page 21.

  18. Question 18Your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do with the brake?

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    B: Stay off the brake. Stay off the brake; until the vehicle slows, braking can make the skid worse. New Mexico Driver Manual: Dealing with Skids, page 33.

  19. Question 19Why is it wise not to shift gears when crossing railroad tracks?

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    B: You might stall on the tracks. Avoid shifting gears while crossing in case you stall. New Mexico Driver Manual: Railroad Crossing Warning Signs, page 5.

  20. Question 20What should you do before driving if you take a medicine?

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    B: Check the label for warnings and ask a doctor or pharmacist if unsure. Check the label for warnings; if unsure, ask your doctor or pharmacist about side effects. New Mexico Driver Manual: Other Drugs And Driving, page 30.

  21. Question 21Which would prevent a provisional driver from getting an unrestricted license?

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    B: A traffic violation pending at the time of application. The driver must not have any traffic violations pending when applying for the unrestricted license. New Mexico Driver Manual: Unrestricted Driver License, page 2.

  22. Question 22How should you deal with another vehicle's blind spot?

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    B: Speed up or drop back so the other driver can see you. Avoid driving beside and slightly behind another vehicle; speed up or drop back. New Mexico Driver Manual: Letting Others Know You Are There, page 19.

  23. Question 23What does 'HOV 3' on a reserved lane sign mean?

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    B: At least three people must be in the vehicle. HOV 3 means there must be at least three people in the vehicle. New Mexico Driver Manual: Reserved Lanes, page 9.

  24. Question 24What do route number signs tell you?

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    B: The type of roadway: interstate, U.S., state, city or county. The shape and color of route number signs indicate the type of roadway. New Mexico Driver Manual: Route Number Signs, page 8.

  25. Question 25When are many wild animals most active near New Mexico roads?

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    B: Dawn, dusk and the first few hours after dark. Be especially watchful at dawn, dusk and the first few hours after darkness falls. New Mexico Driver Manual: To Avoid Hurting an Animal, page 21.

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