2024 New Mexico Permit Test 8

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. At an intersection with a yield sign, you:

Explanation
When approaching a yield sign, drivers must give the right-of-way to traffic already in the lanes that they intend to enter or cross. Drivers should be prepared to stop when approaching a yield sign but may continue without stopping if there is no conflicting traffic.

10. This road sign means:

virginia-low clearance
Explanation
This sign warns that the overpass ahead has a low clearance. Do not proceed if your vehicle is taller than the height indicated (in this case, 13 feet, 6 inches).

11. You come to an intersection displaying a flashing red light. You should:

Explanation
A flashing red traffic light has the same meaning as a stop sign. You must stop, yield the right-of-way, and go once it is safe.

12. If traffic ahead of you is blocking an intersection, you should:

Explanation
Drivers may not enter an intersection unless they can get through it without having to stop. In heavy traffic, wait until the vehicles ahead of you clear an intersection before you proceed so that you are not blocking the intersection when the light for cross traffic turns green.

13. You should not cross railroad tracks if there is not room for your entire vehicle on the other side.

Explanation
Never start to cross railroad tracks if there is not enough room for your vehicle to clear the tracks completely. Never stop on railroad tracks. Wait to proceed until there is room for your entire vehicle on the opposite side of the railroad tracks.

14. You are required to signal every time you pull away from a curb.

Explanation
You must use the proper turn signal any time you pull away from a curb.

15. You must yield to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog:

Explanation
Pedestrians who use guide dogs or white canes (with or without a red tip) must be given the right-of-way at all times.

16. When the driver behind you wants to pass, you should:

Explanation
When the driver behind you wants to pass, you should slow down so that there is enough room in front of your vehicle for the other driver to complete their pass. This will allow them to complete the passing maneuver in less time and more easily.
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