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2025 New Mexico Permit Test 17

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.. Read More

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.

Number of Tests 24

Number of Question 25

Passing Score 18

9. Never drive a vehicle through, around, or under any railroad gate or barrier.

True

False

Never drive through, around, or under gates or barriers at a railroad crossing. It is illegal and very dangerous.

10. Check your rearview mirrors:

Often to see how traffic is moving behind you.

To see if a vehicle is in your blind spot.

Only when you are slowing down.

When driving, do not develop a fixed stare. Frequently check your rearview mirrors so you know the positions of vehicles near you.

11. You are waiting to turn left at a multilane intersection and opposing traffic is blocking your view. You should:

Accelerate rapidly when the first lane you need to cross is clear.

Wait until you can see all the lanes you need to cross before going ahead with your turn.

Wait for an oncoming driver to wave you across the intersection.

Edge your car into each lane of opposing traffic as soon as it clears.

You should never start a left turn until you can see that all the lanes you need to cross are clear and that you can safely make the turn.

12. Worn or bald tires:

Can make turning more difficult.

Are likely to hydroplane.

Can increase your stopping distance.

All of the above.

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

13. Which of the following blocks the smooth flow of traffic?

Slowing down to look at collision scene.

Avoiding unnecessary lane changes.

Using public transportation instead of your vehicle.

Rubbernecking (the practice of slowing down to look at collisions or other out-of-the-ordinary things) contributes to traffic congestion and should be avoided.

14. If a tire suddenly blows out while you are driving, you should:

Grip the steering wheel firmly, slow down, and exit the traffic lane.

Pump the brakes rapidly.

Brake hard and steer toward the right edge of the roadway.

If you experience a sudden tire blowout, do not panic. Grasp the steering wheel firmly and take your foot off the accelerator to allow the vehicle to roll to a stop. Lightly apply the breaks when it is safe to do so. Do not move to the shoulder of the road until the car has slowed considerably.

15. Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit on a rural interstate highway is:

40 mph.

55 mph.

75 mph.

85 mph.

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. A solid yellow line on your side of the centerline means:

Slow down.

Pass with caution.

Do not pass.

Keep right on hills.

A solid yellow line next to your lane means that passing is not permitted from your direction.

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2025 New Mexico Permit Test 17

9. Never drive a vehicle through, around, or under any railroad gate or barrier.

10. Check your rearview mirrors:

11. You are waiting to turn left at a multilane intersection and opposing traffic is blocking your view. You should:

12. Worn or bald tires:

13. Which of the following blocks the smooth flow of traffic?

14. If a tire suddenly blows out while you are driving, you should:

15. Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit on a rural interstate highway is:

16. A solid yellow line on your side of the centerline means:

Insurance is Mandatory in New Mexico

1. Are You Currently insured ?

2. Married ?

3. Do you own your Home?

4. Do you have more than 1 car ?

5. Have you or a Family Member Honorably Served in U.S. Military ?

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2025 New Mexico Permit Test 17

9. Never drive a vehicle through, around, or under any railroad gate or barrier.

10. Check your rearview mirrors:

11. You are waiting to turn left at a multilane intersection and opposing traffic is blocking your view. You should:

12. Worn or bald tires:

13. Which of the following blocks the smooth flow of traffic?

14. If a tire suddenly blows out while you are driving, you should:

15. Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit on a rural interstate highway is:

16. A solid yellow line on your side of the centerline means:

Insurance is Mandatory in New Mexico

1. Are You Currently insured ?

2. Married ?

3. Do you own your Home?

4. Do you have more than 1 car ?

5. Have you or a Family Member Honorably Served in U.S. Military ?