2025 New Mexico Permit Test 16
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in New Mexico. 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 Mexico please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/new-mexico/car.
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9. You should drive on the shoulder to pass a car:
Explanation
Passing on the right is permissible only if it is possible to do so without driving off the roadway. Never pass another vehicle on the shoulder because the other driver will not expect you to be there and may pull off the road.
10. You are driving up a hill and are approaching a heavy truck from the rear. You should know that:
Explanation
Drivers must be aware that large vehicles often travel at a speed slower than the posted speed limit, especially when driving on an incline, and should use caution when approaching a large vehicle from the rear. When on a hill with limited visibility, it is unlawful to pass another vehicle.
11. As you near an intersection, the traffic light changes from green to yellow. Your best action is to:
Explanation
A steady yellow traffic light indicates that the light will soon change to red. You should be prepared to stop for the red light, if it is safe to do so.
12. Traffic signals sometimes display arrows to control turns from specific lanes. A green arrow:
Explanation
A green arrow has the same meaning as a circular green traffic light, but traffic in the indicated lane must turn in the direction shown by the arrow.
13. Increase your following distance when:
Explanation
You should increase your following distance when you are behind a large vehicle that blocks your vision, when driving in bad weather or heavy traffic, when exiting an expressway, when behind a motorcycle or bicycle, and if someone is tailgating you.
14. Drivers are always required to stop for a stopped school bus when driving on a two-lane road.
Explanation
Drivers are always required to stop for a stopped school bus when driving on a two-lane road, regardless of their direction of travel. You should exercise caution when driving near children.
15. Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit on a rural interstate highway is:
Explanation
When driving on a rural interstate highway, the maximum speed limit is 75 miles per hour. If a different speed limit is posted, follow the posted speed limit.
16. If you are driving so slowly that traffic is backing up behind you, you should:
Explanation
