New Mexico DMV Driving Test

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1. A red flashing signal means the same as a: Stop sign. Yield sign. Caution sign Red light.

2. The extra space in front of a large truck is needed for: Other drivers when they want to slow down. The truck driver to stop the vehicle. Other drivers when merging onto a freeway

3. Stopping distances and severity of crashes Increase as vehicle speed increases. Decrease as vehicle speed increases. Are not affected by vehicle speed.

4. You are driving defensively when you: Always put one car length between you and the car ahead of you. Stare at the car in front of you while driving. Keep your eyes moving and look for possible hazards. All of the above.

5. To avoid getting rear-ended by another vehicle in an emergency, you should: Turn your head and look over your shoulder. Check your rearview mirror often. Start braking early as a signal to the driver behind you. Drive with your left foot on the brake pedal at all times.

6. Headrests should be adjusted so that the head restraint contacts the back of the head. this prevents Tightening of the seat belt during accidents. Body injuries in a head-on collision. Neck injuries if you are hit from behind Accidents from behind.

7. When you look ahead while driving, it is best to: Look beyond the car ahead of you. Look only at the back of the car ahead of you. Focus on the right side of your lane. Focus on the left side of your lane.

8. On some roadways, some lanes reserved as 'transit' are used for Buses only. High-occupancy vehicles (hov) only. Bicycles only Trucks only.

9. An inattentive driver is a driver who: Daydreams or gazes at objects off the roadway while driving. Carries on an eye-contact conversation with a passenger while driving. Restricts his attention to only watching the vehicle ahead All of the above.

10. It is night. a vehicle coming towards you has its high beams on which make it hard to see the road ahead, you should: Look ahead towards the right edge of your lane. Look ahead towards the left edge of your lane. Look straight ahead in your lane.

11. A pedestrian starts to cross the street after the 'don't walk' signal begins to flash. the pedestrian is in the middle of the street when your signal light changes to green. you should Wait until the pedestrian crosses the street before proceeding. Proceed if the pedestrian is not in your lane. Proceed if you have the right of way.

12. Which of the following will help you avoid getting rear-ended? Signaling at least 100 feet before turning. Decreasing your following distance. Quickly pumping your brakes just before turning. Driving slower than other traffic.

13. To turn left from a one-way street onto a one-way street, use: The lane closest to the left curb. Any lane as long as it is safe. The lane closest to the right curb. Any lane that is not occupied.

14. Just like alcohol and other drugs, driving while drowsy can: Make you feel better. Help you to be a better driver. Impair your judgment.

15. What type of road can new mexico turn into a one-way road? Any roadway in the state. Only roads in large cities. Only in situations in which there is a close alternative route Only rural roads. Only roads with 2 lanes or fewer.

16. A red arrow on a traffic light means that You may turn in the direction the red arrow is pointing. You must proceed slowly through the intersection. You must stop and then proceed when the way is clear. You must stop, and wait until a green light or arrow is displayed.

17. What does this sign indicate to drivers?

They must make a right turn. They must come to a complete stop. They must not enter the road ahead None of the above are correct.

18. Motorists entering a highway from the entrance ramp must yield the right-of-way to No need to yield the right-of-way. Traffic already traveling on the highway. Heavy trucks on the ramp Other motorists on the entrance ramp.

19. A triangular orange sign on the back of a slow-moving vehicle indicates that The vehicle must travel slower than 55 mph. The vehicle cannot travel faster than 45 mph. The vehicle cannot travel faster than 25 mph The vehicle can travel faster than 25 mph.

20. To help relieve fatigue on a trip, it is a good idea to: Drive with one eye open at a time. Do arm exercises every hour. Change feet on the gas pedal. Stop for a rest every two hours.

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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.