New Mexico DMV Driving Test

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1. To be safe when crossing a railroad, you should: Stop within 10 feet of all railroad crossings. Listen and look both ways and then proceed if it is safe to do so. Drive across quickly if a train is approaching, or if it is too close, stop and then back up. Look both ways only if the red light is flashing.

2. It is best not to drive in the fog, but if you must do so, you should use: Low-beam lights. High beam lights. Fog lights only. Windshield wipers.

3. Look to the left and right before entering any intersection on a green light because: Other vehicles might enter the intersection against a red light. Once you are in the intersection, you must only look straight ahead. Cross traffic may have a green arrow. Pedestrians on the cross street have the right-of-way.

4. Select the statement below that is true: People with more body fat are less prone to alcohol intoxication. Body weight has no effect on the rate of intoxication. Alcohol is able to be absorbed by water. Food in the stomach prevents alcohol intoxication.

5. When a traffic light turns green, should you go immediately? No, because you must first wait five seconds before proceeding. Yes, or you can be given a ticket for causing gridlock. Yes, but you must yield to any vehicle or person still in the intersection. Yes, because you have the right-of-way.

6. When driving in snow or ice conditions: Drive as you would in normal conditions. It is safe to use your cruise control. Make speed and directional changes more gradually.

7. A flashing yellow light means that you should Speed up to clear the intersection. Come to a complete stop. Make a u-turn Slow down and proceed with caution.

8. A speed limit is The minimum legal speed you can travel on the road under ideal conditions. The maximum legal speed you can travel on the road under ideal conditions. The suggested speed to travel on a road under ideal conditions. None of the above.

9. What is the number one rule about semi truck blind spots? If you can't see the driver in the semi truck side mirrors, the semi truck driver cannot see you and you are in a blind spot. Honking your vehicle's horn will alert a semi truck driver to your presence in a blind spot. Semi truck drivers never use their side mirrors, so everywhere is a blind spot Semi truck drivers don't have blind spots. None of the answers listed.

10. If five or more vehicles are following you on a narrow two-lane road, you should: Continue driving because you have the right of way. Pull off the road when it is safe and let them pass. Move to the right side of your lane and drive slowly. Turn your emergency indicators on.

11. What is the basic speed law? Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. Never drive faster than the posted speed limits. Keep up with the flow of traffic. All of the above.

12. If a transit vehicle (bus) has signaled and is pulling back onto the roadway, you must: Speed up to pass. Move to the left lane. Yield Honk to let them know you're there.

13. To see vehicles in your 'blind spots In your inside rearview mirror. In your side mirrors. Over your shoulders. Straight ahead.

14. If you are over 21, you can be arrested if you are driving and your BAC is ____. 0.02% or greater. 0.05% or greater. 0.06% or greater 0.07% or greater. 0.08% or greater.

15. When you are following a vehicle that makes frequent stops, you should allow ____ than usual. More space on your left. Less space on your right. More following distance. Less following distance.

16. What is a 'wobble'? A 'wobble' is a common derogatory term for inexperienced drivers. A 'wobble' occurs when the front wheel and handlebars suddenly start to shake from side to side at any speed. A 'wobble' refers to engine vibrating suddenly There is no such thing as a 'wobble.'.

17. How many seconds should be between you and a motorcycle? 4 seconds between. Three seconds between. Two seconds between One second between. None of the listed answers.

18. If you have a BAC of .10%, you are ____ times more likely to cause an accident than if you were sober. 3 5 7 10

19. When making a turn, you must ____ your speed. Vary. Reduce. Maintain. Increase.

20. People with what health conditions must send motor vehicle division periodic medical statements signed by their physicians? All the listed answers. Those with diabetes. Those with epilepsy Those with poor circulation. Those with heart disease.

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To operate a motorcycle in New Mexico, you must have a motorcycle license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicles Division (MVD). There are three different levels of licenses depending on your age: Class M 13+, Class M 15+, and a Class M 18+ license. A motorcycle license or endorsement allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads. A Class M 13+ license is only valid for motorcycles that are under 100cc.

To receive a Class M 13+ or Class M 15+ license, you must complete a motorcycle safety course, submit an application, the required documentation, and pay the fees. The tests are waived if you successfully complete the required coursework. To receive a Class M 18+ license, you must apply, submit the documentation, pay the fees, and pass the motorcycle written and road tests. If you complete a motorcycle safety course, the required tests will be waived.

Tests are scheduled through the MVD. The written motorcycle test contains 25 questions on safe riding practices and road rules. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle road test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait a week to retest.