New Mexico DMV Driving Test

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1. When driving in a construction zone: Slightly increase your speed. Expect the unexpected. Construction workers must yield to roadway users.

2. If you want to get off of a freeway, but you missed your exit, you should: Go to the next exit, and get off of the freeway there. Pull onto the shoulder and back your car to the exit. Flag down a police officer for an escort back to your exit. Make a u-turn through the median.

3. What can you do to reduce 'road rage'? Talk on your cell phone while driving. Always signal your intention when changing lanes. Use your horn frequently

4. Select the statement below that is false: The more a person weighs, the more alcohol it takes to raise their bac. If people weigh the same amount, the one with more body fat will show signs of intoxication first. Drinking 3 drinks in one hour affects you just the same as drinking 3 drinks in 3 hours.

5. If a traffic signal light is green and a police officer signals you to stop, you should: Obey the traffic signal. Do what the vehicle in front of you does. Obey the traffic officer.

6. If you are repeatedly convicted of a traffic violation: The dmv may consider an action against your driving privileges. You may request a hearing. Both of the above may happen.

7. To avoid glare from headlights of an approaching car: Keep looking briefly to the side of the road. Flash your high beams. Stay focused on the center line on the road.

8. Many crashes are caused by Yielding the right of way. Having a 4 second following distance between your vehicle and any vehicle in front of you. Driving too fast for conditions. Checking mirrors and blind spot.

9. After you have passed a vehicle moving in the same direction, it is safe to move back into the right lane: When you can no longer see the vehicle over your right shoulder. When you can see the front of the vehicle or the vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror. After about 3 seconds.

10. When starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission, the shift selector should be in what position? Drive. None of the answers listed. Park Neutral. Reverse.

11. On a standard 3 light traffic signal, where is the yellow light located? In the middle of the signal. On the bottom of the signal. On the top of the signal There is no yellow light in a traffic signal.

12. If not posted, the maximum speed limit on public highways is what? 45 mph. 55 mph. 65 mph 75 mph.

13. If you are driving behind a motorcycle, you must: Drive on the shoulder beside the motorcycle. Pass in the same lane where the motorcycle is driving. Allow the motorcycle to use only half a lane. Allow the motorcycle to use a complete lane.

14. What does this yellow diamond-shaped sign indicate?

A play ground area ahead. A location where pedestrians often cross. A school zone crossing ahead. A camping area ahead.

15. If you are signaled by a flag person at/near a railroad crossing or construction site, you must Follow signals if you are in the right lane. Follow signals if you are in the left lane. Follow signals no matter which lane you are in Stop and ask for help.

16. To enter a gap in a highway traffic: Watch only the vehicles behind the gap. Speed up and let vehicles make way. Check behind, then watch the vehicle ahead.

17. If you see red reflectors facing you in the pavement edge line, this means you are: Approaching a busy intersection. Approaching a stop sign. Facing traffic the wrong way. In a no-passing zone.

18. Which of the following describes the thinking of a defensive driver? Considers what other drivers might do and is prepared. Expects no breaks and gives none. Knows the other driver will do the right thing.

19. What is the technique called when turning sharp corners? Arm over arm. Arm over hand. Arm under arm Hand under hand. Hand over hand.

20. Compared to an average car going 55 mph, a large truck going the same speed can take how long to stop? Almost 200 ft. Almost 500 ft. Almost 700 ft. Almost 300 ft. Almost 800 ft.

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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.