2024 New Mexico Permit Test 21

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.

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9. This sign shows one type of:

maryland-t intersection ahead
Explanation
This sign indicates that a T intersection is ahead.

10. Increasing your vehicle’s speed:

Explanation
The faster you drive, the smaller your field of vision becomes. As your speed increases and your field of vision decreases, you must be extra alert to potential hazards.

11. At a crosswalk:

Explanation
Pedestrians have the right-of-way at street crossings but must obey traffic control signals. Where a traffic signal is not present, vehicles must stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk, whether it is marked or unmarked.

12. This road sign means:

maryland-steep hill
Explanation
Warning signs provide notice to road users of a situation that might not be readily apparent and are usually yellow with black markings. This sign warns drivers of an upcoming steep hill. Drivers should adjust their speed accordingly to avoid collisions and brake damage.

13. You should increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead when you:

Explanation
When being tailgated, create extra space in front of your vehicle and do not brake suddenly. Slow down gradually or merge into another lane to prevent a collision with the tailgater.

14. Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit in a business or residential area is:

Explanation
When driving in a business or residential area, the maximum speed limit is 30 miles per hour. If a different speed limit is posted, follow the posted speed limit.

15. At night, it is hardest to see:

Explanation
Compared to signs and other roadside objects, pedestrians are hardest to see at night.

16. You may not park within ____ of a fire hydrant.

Explanation
There are many areas where you may not park. Parking within 50 feet of a fire hydrant is prohibited.
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