New Mexico DMV Driving Test

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1. To check your blind spot before changing lanes: Look into the left side mirror. Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move. Look into the rearview mirror Look into the right side mirror.

2. 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.

3. When two vehicles arrive at an intersection at the same time, which one has the right-of-way when no signs or signals indicate rules? The car that is traveling faster has the right-of-way. The car in which the driver sounds his horn first has the right of way. The car approaching from the left has the right-of-way The car approaching from the right has the right of way.

4. When a traffic signal turns green at an intersection and you are going straight through, you must Make sure there are no more vehicles coming through or still in the intersection. Watch for the turning traffic. Stop and wait for the next signal. Drive your vehicle as quickly as possible through the intersection.

5. If the traffic signals are not functioning due to a power outage: Turn on your hazard lights and proceed through the intersection without stopping. Park your vehicle as far off the road as possible and wait for power to be restored. Treat the intersection as a 4-way stop. Use hand signals to indicate your intentions to the other drivers.

6. If you are approaching a railroad crossing with red flashing lights, you must: Stop and then proceed when safe. Stop only if you see a train coming. Slow down before crossing. Proceed without stopping if you cannot see the train coming.

7. Seatbelts are not effective: When traveling faster than 40 mph. At slow speeds. In the city. Seat belts are always effective.

8. When should you switch on your high-beam headlights? Where there may be people along the side of the road. When you drive in construction areas. When you drive on unfamiliar roads. All of the above.

9. If there is a railroad crossing ahead and a mechanical signal warns you of an approaching train, you must: Stop and then proceed when safe. Slow down before crossing. Stop only if you see a train coming. Slow down, honk your horn and proceed through the crossing.

10. ____ are the mobile devices that are often used on some roads to give drivers an advance warning of construction zones. Drums. Vertical panels. Flashing arrow signs. Barricades.

11. To avoid collisions on the road, you must Change lanes frequently. Try to stay on the left side of your lane while driving. Try to follow other vehicles closely. Try to keep a space cushion.

12. Which of the following people may be distracted and/or inattentive? Children running into the street. Drivers with many passengers and/or unfamiliar with an area. Delivery and road repair/construction workers. All of the above.

13. Work zone or construction zone signs are usually displayed in Orange with white letters. Yellow with white letters. Yellow with black letters. Orange with black letters.

14. You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle by: Driving as near to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping. Moving into the right lane and driving slowly until it has passed. Stopping immediately, even if you are in an intersection. Accelerate to get out of the way of the emergency vehicle.

15. What does this picture illustrate?

The recommended position of the hands on the steering wheel of a vehicle with airbags. The recommended position of the hands on the steering wheel of a vehicle without airbags. The recommended position of the hands on the steering wheel while changing lanes. The recommended position of the hands on the steering wheel while turning.

16. You are merging onto an interstate highway. you should Always stop before entering the highway. Select a safe gap and merge into the lane of traffic. Merge over two lanes at once and speed up.

17. When driving past the scene of an accident that you are not involved in, what should you never do? Never drive to the scene of an accident just to look. Never keep your attention on the road. Never stop if emergency help has not yet arrived Never watch for people who may be on or near the road.

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

19. This sign warns motorists

Of a nearby zoo. Of a forest zone. Of deer crossing. Of a cattle crossing.

20. What color are the lines separating traffic moving in opposite directions? Blue. Green. Orange Yellow. White.

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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.