2025 New Hampshire Permit Test 23
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in New Hampshire. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for New Hampshire please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/new-hampshire/car.
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17. When parallel parking between two cars, you should first:
Explanation
After finding a parking space, checking traffic, and signaling, you should stop parallel to the vehicle directly ahead of your desired parking space before turning your wheel to park.
18. Passing is not allowed within ____ of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel.
Explanation
Passing is not permitted within 100 feet of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel. Be sure to only pass where other drivers can clearly see your vehicle.
19. The driver's left arm and hand are extended upward. This hand signal means that the driver plans to:

Explanation
If a driver's left arm and hand are extended upward, they are indicating that they intend to turn right. Adjust your driving accordingly if following a driver who is using this hand signal.
20. If your car starts to skid, turn your steering wheel:
Explanation
If your vehicle goes into a skid, you should turn the steering wheel in the direction you want the vehicle to go. As soon as the vehicle begins to straighten out, turn the steering wheel back the other way.
21. A leaking exhaust system can:
Explanation
The exhaust system helps remove toxic gases, reduce the noise, and cool the hot gases coming from a running engine. Fumes from a leaky exhaust system can cause death in a very short time. They can also make you drowsy while driving.
22. When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady green arrow, drivers:
Explanation
A green arrow displayed on a traffic signal tells drivers that they may turn in the direction of the arrow. You must be in the proper lane for such a turn. Yield the right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians already in the intersection.
23. On a two-lane street, your vehicle is being followed by a fire engine that is not using its emergency signals. You should:
Explanation
If you are being followed by an emergency vehicle that is not using its siren or flashing lights, you do not need to clear a path. Continue driving in a normal manner.
24. This sign means:

Explanation