2024 New Hampshire Permit Test 9

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.. Read More

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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9. What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not have signals to direct traffic?

Explanation
When approaching an unmarked railroad crossing, slow down and be prepared to stop. Before you cross, be sure that no trains are approaching from either direction on any track. If you see or hear a train coming, stop at a safe distance from the nearest track and wait to proceed until after the train passes.

10. ____ greatly increase stopping distances and severity of crashes.

Explanation
High speeds greatly increase stopping distances and severity of crashes. The faster you drive, the greater the impact or striking power of your vehicle, should you be involved in a collision.

11. Worn or bald tires:

Explanation
Worn or bald tires can increase your stopping distance and make turning more difficult. Tires without adequate tread also increase the risk of hydroplaning.

12. Which of the following does not happen after drinking?

Explanation
Alcohol reduces your reaction time, reduces your ability to see clearly, changes your judgment of speed and distances, reduces your ability to recover from the glare of headlights, and often reduces your inhibitions and makes you more likely to take risks.

13. You are driving on a highway divided by two solid yellow lines. You may:

Explanation
Double solid yellow lines are used to mark roadways where passing is prohibited from both directions. You may cross these lines only to make a left turn into or from an alley, private road, or driveway.

14. You are driving when your power steering stops working. You should:

Explanation
If your power steering stops working, additional effort will be required to maintain steering control. Reduce your speed and pull off the roadway to stop in a safe area.

15. You may honk your horn when you:

Explanation
One situation where it is appropriate to use your horn is if you lose control of your vehicle. In this case, sound your horn to alert other drivers.

16. A red traffic signal light means that you must:

Explanation
A red traffic light means that you must stop before entering the intersection. You must at any stop line and before entering any crosswalk.
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