New Mexico DMV Driving Test

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1. If you see a pedestrian using a guide dog or carrying a white cane: You must yield the right-of-way to them. The pedestrian must yield the right-of-way. Honk your horn to let them know you are there.

2. A driver should always be looking: Directly in front of the car. At the middle of the road. Beside, ahead and to the rear of the car.

3. You drive defensively when you: Always put one car length between you and the car ahead. Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards. Look only at the car in front of you while driving

4. If you have trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust or smoke blowing across the roadway, you should drive slower and turn on your: Emergency flashers. Headlights. Parking lights.

5. A steady green light at an intersection means that you: May drive through the intersection if the road is clear. May not turn right. Must slow down and prepare to stop. Must stop and check for oncoming traffic before proceeding.

6. Tailgating other drivers: Cannot result in a traffic citation. Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry. Reduces accidents by preventing you from being cut off. Helps fight traffic congestion.

7. Which of the following is true of stopping? All of the answers listed. Be alert at all times. Avoid panic stops Stopping suddenly is dangerous. Braking quickly could result in loss of control of your vehicle.

8. If you are driving on a road with only one lane in each direction and you want to pass, but a curve ahead blocks your view, you must: Not pass the other vehicle. Signal longer than five seconds to pass safely. Increase your speed to pass safely. Honk your horn to make other drivers slow down.

9. Sudden wind gusts on highways: Generally affect only the movement of large vehicles. Cause only visual problems because of dust and dirt blowing around. Can be a problem for all vehicles.

10. When driving in fog, you should use your high beam headlights. True. False.

11. What should a motorcycle rider do to reduce the chance of an accident at intersections? Assume that if a car can enter your path, it will. All of the answers listed. Get the best view you can of oncoming traffic Maintain appropriate space cushions. Select a lane position that increases visibility to other drivers.

12. What should a driver do if a tire suddenly goes flat? If possible, do not stop on the road. All of the answers listed. Hold the steering wheel tightly Keep the vehicle going straight. Slow down gradually.

13. You are required to wear your seat belt in a moving vehicle: Unless the vehicle has airbags. Unless you are in the back of a pickup. At all times. Only if you are on a highway.

14. A solid yellow line, on your side of the center line, means: Reduce speed. Traffic light ahead. Do not pass

15. What should you do if you get in an accident with a parked vehicle, and cannot find the owner? Leave a note on the car, saying you're sorry. Leave, provided you have waited for 30 minutes. Do nothing Wait until the owner arrives. Leave a note on the car with your contact information.

16. Studies show that when worn, seat belts: Increase your chances of fatality in a crash. Reduce your chances of serious injury in a crash. All of the above. Reduce your chances of damage to your car in a crash.

17. What is the meaning of this traffic light?

Yield to vehicles going straight through the intersection in the opposite direction if you are making a left turn. Go if the intersection is clear. Make any legal maneuver not specifically prohibited by a traffic control device All of these answers are correct.

18. Unless posted , a u-turn cannot be made in a Business district. Residential district.

19. When you see this sign while driving, you must

Turn left and then right. Reduce the speed of your vehicle. Take sharp turns Increase the speed of your vehicle.

20. Pedestrians using guide dogs or white canes must: Be given the right-of-way at corners only. Be given the right-of-way at all times. Cross at intersections with traffic controls only. Never cross without being assisted by other pedestrians.

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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.