New Mexico DMV Practice Test - Free 20 Questions

Question 1

What can continuous hard braking on ice or snow cause?

Accepted Answer

Locking of the front wheels and loss of steering control.

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Faster stopping without skidding.

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Prevention of brake freezing.

Question 2

A flashing yellow X above a reversible lane indicates:

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The lane may be used only to complete a left turn.

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Drivers may use this lane to travel normally.

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The signal is about to change to a red X.

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The lane is open for merging.

Question 3

When a school bus on your side of the road has red lights flashing, you must:

Accepted Answer

Stop until the lights stop flashing and the stop arm is withdrawn.

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Proceed if no children are visible.

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Change lanes and pass cautiously.

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Slow to 10 mph and pass carefully.

Question 4

When parallel parking between two cars, what should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Pull up even with the car in front of the space you want to occupy.

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Turn your wheels to the right first.

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Turn your wheels sharply to the left immediately.

Question 5

When should you look over your shoulder to check blind spots?

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Whenever you change lanes or merge into another lane of traffic.

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When pulling toward or away from a curb or merging.

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When turning left or right at an intersection.

Question 6

You have a green light but pedestrians are crossing against the signal. What should you do?

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Stop to let the pedestrians cross safely.

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Speed up and pass in front of the pedestrians.

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Honk your horn to warn them.

Question 7

What is the correct response to a tire blowout while driving?

Accepted Answer

Slow down gradually and avoid heavy braking until the vehicle has slowed.

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Apply the brakes firmly and quickly.

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Tap or pump the brakes repeatedly.

Question 8

What does a steady green traffic light allow you to do?

Accepted Answer

Proceed through the intersection if the road is clear (or turn if not prohibited)

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Stop and check for oncoming traffic before proceeding.

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Always slow and prepare to stop.

Question 9

When driving near heavy trucks, other drivers must allow for:

Accepted Answer

The increased stopping distance required by large vehicles.

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The decreased stopping distance required by large vehicles.

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The decreased noise of larger vehicles.

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Larger vehicles can stop quicker in emergencies.

Question 10

What should you avoid doing when driving through a construction zone?

Accepted Answer

Slowing down to stare at the scene (rubbernecking).

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Following the posted detour signs.

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Passing with extra caution.

Question 11

If you see pedestrians near the roadway where you are driving, you should:

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Slow down and pass with caution.

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Sound your horn and maintain your speed.

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Speed up to clear the area quickly.

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Continue at the same speed.

Question 12

Roads and streets are most slippery under which condition?

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Just after it starts to rain.

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When they are clean and dry.

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After it has been raining hard for several hours.

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Only when snow is present.

Question 13

If a tire suddenly blows out while driving, what is the correct first action?

Accepted Answer

Hold the steering wheel firmly

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Brake hard immediately and turn sharply.

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Pump the brakes rapidly.

Question 14

If a child is riding a bicycle nearby, what should you expect?

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The unexpected—children may swerve or make sudden moves.

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That beeping your horn will improve safety.

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That the child will be in total control.

Question 15

Is it lawful to drive through, around, or under railroad crossing gates or barriers?

Accepted Answer

False — you must never drive through or under railroad gates.

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True — you may if no train is visible.

Question 16

What is the usual effect of driving while distracted by other activities?

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Drivers react more slowly to hazards.

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It is never dangerous.

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It makes drivers faster to respond.

Question 17

What are the requirements for interstate driving?

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Both of the above.

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Have the ability to safely drive at increased speeds.

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Be constantly alert.

Question 18

Which factor greatly affects your ability to stop your vehicle?

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The condition of the road and surface traction.

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The color of your vehicle.

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The time of day.

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Signal lights ahead.

Question 19

If you see pedestrians in a crosswalk ahead, what must you do?

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Wait for the pedestrians to finish crossing the street.

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Pull to the right and go around the pedestrians.

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Continue ahead—the motorist has the right-of-way.

Question 20

If the driver ahead is distracted (one-handed and talking to a passenger), you should:

Accepted Answer

Give the vehicle extra space.

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Flash your lights to warn them.

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Avoid following the driver's example.

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Know the driver is reducing their safety margin by being inattentive.

Question 1 of 20

What can continuous hard braking on ice or snow cause?