New Mexico MVD permit practice test 9
25 questions written from the New Mexico Driver Manual, covering emergencies, sharing the road, licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving, signals and pavement markings and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.
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Question 1During a skid, how should you steer?
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B: In the direction you want the vehicle to go, then correct as it straightens. Steer where you want to go; as the vehicle straightens, turn back so you don't start a new skid. New Mexico Driver Manual: Dealing with Skids, page 33.
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Question 2At a crossing with more than one track, when may you start across after a train passes?
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B: When the passing train is well down the track and you can see no other train. Wait until the passing train is well down the track; another train may be hidden behind it. New Mexico Driver Manual: Scanning, page 16.
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Question 3A New Mexico driver license is valid for how long?
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B: 4 or 8 years. Your driver license is valid for either 4 or 8 years. New Mexico Driver Manual: Driver License Renewal, page 2.
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Question 4Why must you make sure your turn signal is off after a small turn?
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B: Others might think you plan to turn again. After small turns signals may not cancel; others might think you plan to turn again. New Mexico Driver Manual: Letting Others Know What You Are Doing, page 19.
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Question 5What symbol is often used to mark reserved lanes?
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B: A white diamond. Reserved lanes are often marked with a white diamond on a sign or the pavement. New Mexico Driver Manual: Reserved Lanes, page 9.
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Question 6You see one deer crossing the road. What should you expect?
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B: There may be more. Where one animal is crossing, there may be more. New Mexico Driver Manual: To Avoid Hurting an Animal, page 21.
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Question 7What causes most skids, according to the manual?
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B: Drivers traveling too fast for conditions. Skids are caused by drivers traveling too fast for conditions. New Mexico Driver Manual: Dealing with Skids, page 33.
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Question 8What is one of the leading causes of fatalities at railroad crossings?
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B: Assuming that a train is not coming. Assuming a train is not coming is one of the leading causes of fatalities at railroad crossings. New Mexico Driver Manual: Scanning, page 16.
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Question 9When may you renew a New Mexico driver license?
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B: Up to 90 days before or 30 days after it expires. You may renew up to 90 days before or 30 days after the license expires. New Mexico Driver Manual: Driver License Renewal, page 2.
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Question 10What vision does New Mexico require to get a driver license?
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B: At least 20/40 in at least one eye. You must have at least 20/40 vision in at least one eye, with or without corrective lenses. New Mexico Driver Manual: Vision, page 28.
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Question 11How is a shared center (two-way left turn) lane marked?
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B: A solid yellow and dashed yellow line on each side. Shared center lanes are marked on each side by a solid yellow and a dashed yellow line. New Mexico Driver Manual: Shared Center Lane, page 9.
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Question 12In what part of New Mexico should you especially watch for elk?
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B: The western three-quarters of the state. Watch for elk in the western three-quarters of the state, and pronghorn antelope in the eastern plains. New Mexico Driver Manual: Wildlife on the roadway, page 21.
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Question 13Your vehicle is about to be hit from the rear. What should you do?
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B: Press back against the seat and head restraint and be ready to brake. Press yourself against the seat back and head restraint, and be ready to brake so you're not pushed into another vehicle. New Mexico Driver Manual: Protect Yourself in Collisions, page 33.
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Question 14Over half of motorcycle/car collisions are caused by what?
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B: Drivers entering the rider's right-of-way. Over half of motorcycle/car collisions are caused by drivers entering a rider's right-of-way. New Mexico Driver Manual: Intersections, page 38.
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Question 15Which can cause you to lose your New Mexico driving privileges?
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B: Refusing to be tested for alcohol or drugs when asked by a police officer. Refusing to be tested for alcohol or drugs when asked by a police officer can cost you your driving privileges. New Mexico Driver Manual: Keeping the Driver License, page 2.
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Question 16Why should you avoid tinted lenses or dark glasses at night?
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B: They cut down the light you need to see. Dark glasses or tinted lenses at night cut down the light you need to see clearly. New Mexico Driver Manual: Vision, page 28.
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Question 17What is a shared center lane used for?
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B: Left turns (or U-turns where permitted) by traffic from both directions. These lanes are for left turns, or U-turns where permitted, by vehicles from both directions. New Mexico Driver Manual: Shared Center Lane, page 9.
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Question 18Seeing animals that have been hit along the road suggests what?
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B: You may be in an animal crossing area; slow down. If you see animals that have been hit, slow down; you may be in an animal crossing area. New Mexico Driver Manual: Driving with Wildlife in Mind, page 21.
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Question 19Facing a head-on collision, what should you try to do?
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B: Turn so that it is a glancing blow rather than head-on. Try to turn the vehicle so you strike a glancing blow rather than head-on; you might miss entirely. New Mexico Driver Manual: Protect Yourself in Collisions, page 33.
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Question 20Why should you never stay alongside a truck or bus?
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B: They have large blind spots and may not see you. Large vehicles have large blind spots, and it is hard for their drivers to see you. New Mexico Driver Manual: Letting Others Know You Are There, page 19.
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Question 21Which is listed as a reason you can lose your license in New Mexico?
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A: Letting someone else use your driver license. Letting someone else use your license, too many points and false applications are among the reasons listed. New Mexico Driver Manual: Keeping the Driver License, page 3.
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Question 22On a long trip, how often does the manual suggest taking a break?
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B: Every hour or so. Take breaks every hour or so, or when you need to. New Mexico Driver Manual: Fatigue, page 28.
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Question 23Farm tractors, animal-drawn vehicles and road maintenance vehicles usually go how fast?
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A: 25 mph or less. These vehicles usually go 25 mph or less and should display a slow-moving vehicle decal. New Mexico Driver Manual: Adjusting to Traffic, page 22.
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Question 24What is the most important thing you can do to lessen injuries in a crash?
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B: Use your lap and shoulder belts. The most important thing you can do is to use your lap and shoulder belts. New Mexico Driver Manual: Protect Yourself in Collisions, page 33.
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Question 25What happens if a New Mexico driver gets twelve or more points in a twelve-month period?
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B: License suspended for one year. Twelve or more points within twelve months results in a one-year license suspension. New Mexico Driver Manual: Traffic Violations, page 14.
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