You see an octagonal (eight-sided) sign at an intersection. What must you do here?

Slow down and yield to traffic.

Go straight when it is safe to do so; you cannot turn here.

Which of the following is true about the right-of-way?

The right-of-way is to be given, not taken.

Once you have the right-of-way, you may proceed immediately.

You should claim the right-of-way whenever possible.

The right-of-way is a legal right.

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New Hampshire DMV Permit: Right-of-Way Practice Test

10 right-of-way questions for the New Hampshire DMV Permit Test, out of 10 in the app. Answer each to see whether you got it right and why. The real New Hampshire test has 40 questions and you need 32 correct (80%) to pass.

Facts updated Oct 26, 2026
Official source: dmv.nh.gov
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1Question 1 of 10
When you come to an intersection, follow the _________ before you proceed.
Not quite. The answer is left-right-left rule
When you come to an intersection, follow the left-right-left rule: Look to your left first because vehicles coming from the left are closer to you. Then look to your right. Finally, take one more look to your left before you proceed. You might see a vehicle on your left that you didn't see the first time you looked.
2Question 2 of 10
A pedestrian using a white cane or a white cane tipped with red is usually
Not quite. The answer is blind.
Pedestrians using white canes or guide dogs are blind or sight impaired. Use extreme caution around such pedestrians.
3Question 3 of 10
If you are convicted of driving on _________, three points will be added to your driving record.
Not quite. The answer is a sidewalk
If you are convicted of driving on a sidewalk, three points will be added to your driving record. If you are convicted of driving on the wrong side of the road, four points will be added to your driving record.
Source: Demerit Points Assessed After Court Conviction (based upon date of violation), Accidents and Financial Responsibility - Part Sixteen, State of New Hampshire Driver's Manual
4Question 4 of 10
You see an octagonal (eight-sided) sign at an intersection. What must you do here?
Not quite. The answer is Stop and yield to traffic.
This is, of course, a stop sign, the only type of sign that has an octagonal (eight-sided) shape. A stop sign has the word "STOP" printed in white on a red background. At a stop sign, you must stop before the stop line or crosswalk if any. Then yield to pedestrians and other vehicles, and proceed only when it is safe to do so.
Source: Stop Signs, Signs, Part Five - Rules of the Road, State of New Hampshire Driver's Manual
5Question 5 of 10
When two vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection (i.e., one without signs or signals) from different roadways at about the same time, the vehicle _________ has the right-of-way.
Not quite. The answer is on the right
When two vehicles enter an uncontrolled intersection (i.e., one without signs or signals) from different roadways at about the same time, the driver of the vehicle on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right.
6Question 6 of 10
When stopped behind another vehicle on a hill, you should stay back at least
Not quite. The answer is one vehicle length.
When stopped behind another vehicle on a hill, you should stay back about one vehicle length. If you are too close to the vehicle, it may roll back into your vehicle when it starts.
7Question 7 of 10
This sign is
Not quite. The answer is a stop sign.
This is, of course, a stop sign, the only type of sign that is octagonal (eight sided). When you encounter this sign, you must come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians and traffic. You can then proceed when the intersection is clear.
8Question 8 of 10
Which of the following is true about the right-of-way?
Not quite. The answer is The right-of-way is to be given, not taken.
The law states who must yield the right-of-way; it doesn't give anyone the right-of-way. You may encounter drivers or pedestrians who are not following the rules. In such situations, yield the right-of-way rather than risk a conflict that could result in an accident.
Source: Right-of-Way, Part Five - Rules of the Road, State of New Hampshire Driver's Manual
9Question 9 of 10
This sign is
Not quite. The answer is a stop sign.
This is, of course, a stop sign, the only type of sign that is octagonal (eight sided). When you encounter this sign, you must come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians and traffic. You can then proceed when the intersection is clear.
10Question 10 of 10
Blind pedestrians may carry _________ canes or use the assistance of guide dogs.
Not quite. The answer is white
Blind pedestrians may carry white canes or use the assistance of guide dogs.

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Is this New Hampshire DMV Permit: Right-of-Way Practice Test like the real New Hampshire DMV Permit Test?

The questions are written in the same style as the real test, from official sources, with an explanation for each answer. The real test has 40 questions; this free test has 10.

How many questions are on the New Hampshire DMV Permit Test?

The DMV Permit Test has 40 questions.

What score do you need to pass the New Hampshire DMV Permit Test?

You need 32 out of 40 correct (80%).

Is there a time limit on the New Hampshire DMV Permit Test?

Yes, you have 40 minutes.

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When you come to an intersection, follow the _________ before you proceed.

A pedestrian using a white cane or a white cane tipped with red is usually

If you are convicted of driving on _________, three points will be added to your driving record.

You see an octagonal (eight-sided) sign at an intersection. What must you do here?

When two vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection (i.e., one without signs or signals) from different roadways at about the same time, the vehicle _________ has the right-of-way.

When stopped behind another vehicle on a hill, you should stay back at least

This sign is