New Mexico MVD Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is hand and arm extended outward.

When you want to make a turn, be sure your intentions are known to other drivers. Signals should be continued until you are ready to make the actual turn. The correct hand signal for a left turn is hand and arm extended outward.

Not quite. The answer is 364 days.

If you are convicted of driving while your driver license is suspended or revoked, you will have to go to jail for between 4 days and 364 days. You may also have to pay a fine of up to $1,000. [NM Stat § 66-5-39],

Source: NM Stat § 66-5-39.1

Not quite. The answer is Toward the curb

When you parallel park facing downhill, you should point your wheels toward the curb or side of the road. If your brakes fail, your vehicle may roll forward but not into traffic. Make sure you still set your parking brake and leave your car in the correct gear (Park for an automatic transmission or Reverse with a manual transmission).

Not quite. The answer is emergency vehicles.

In New Mexico, backing up is not allowed on limited-access highways, except for emergency vehicles in the course of duty. If you back up on a highway, you risk getting hit by another vehicle.

Not quite. The answer is between midnight and 5:00 a.m.

While you hold a provisional license, you may not drive between midnight and 5:00 a.m. except under the supervision of a licensed adult driver. [Provisional License, Types of Driver Licenses – Graduated License System, The Driver License, New Mexico Driver Manual],

Source: "Apply for a Learner's Permit," New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division, http://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/apply-for-a-learner-s-permit.aspx

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

Even a small amount of alcohol can reduce a driver's reflexes, driving skill, and negatively affects depth perception.

Not quite. The answer is The road ahead is slippery when wet.

This sign means that the road is slippery when wet. If the road appears wet, slow down, increase your following distance, and avoid sudden maneuvers or hard braking. These signs are often posted at bridges and overpasses.

Not quite. The answer is immediately.

If you are involved in an accident, you must stop. If you see that someone has been injured or killed or there has been at least $500 worth of property damage, you must call the police immediately. (If you are injured and unable to call the police, ask someone else such as a passenger to do it for you.) Of course, you should also call for any other emergency personnel that are needed (ambulance, fire department, etc.). [Accidents and the Financial Responsibility Law, New Mexico Driver Manual],

Source: NM Stat § 66-7-206

Not quite. The answer is hydroplaning.

When there is water on the roadway, reduce your speed. Under such conditions, high speeds can cause your vehicle to hydroplane out of control.

Not quite. The answer is only if you are riding a bicycle.

This sign marks a bicycle lane, intended for bicyclists. Cars and trucks should not usually travel in this lane. However, in many (but not all) states, cars and trucks may travel in this lane for a short distance when preparing to turn at the next intersection.

Not quite. The answer is You are 444 miles from the state line or the end of this road.

Mileposts are located at regular intervals so that drivers will always be in sight of one. They are placed along the edge of the roadway to give drivers information about their locations on the highway for navigational and emergency purposes. The number on the milepost usually indicates the distance in miles to the state line or the end of the road.

Not quite. The answer is black letters on an orange background.

Construction, maintenance, or emergency operations signs typically have black letters or symbols on an orange background. They warn drivers that people are working on or near the roadway.

Not quite. The answer is 6

A person with epilepsy must be stable and seizure free for six months before he or she may obtain a driver license.

Source: Health, Be In Shape to Drive, New Mexico Driver Manual

Not quite. The answer is a work crew is ahead.

This sign indicates that workers are performing maintenance on the roadway. Slow down and proceed with caution. If possible, move into a lane away from the workers.

Not quite. The answer is Slow down and proceed with caution.

Flashing yellow signals are used to alert drivers to potential hazards. Slow down, scan the road ahead, and proceed with caution.

Not quite. The answer is $50,000

In New Mexico, your vehicle liability insurance policy must have at least $50,000 in coverage for bodily injuries to, or the deaths of, two or more persons in any one accident. [Motor Vehicle Insurance, Accidents and the Financial Responsibility Law, New Mexico Driver Manual],

Source: NM Stat § 66-5-208

Not quite. The answer is A side road at a railroad crossing

This sign warns that a side road crosses a railroad track. Use caution when making a turn onto the side road.

Not quite. The answer is Just to take a look

If you are involved in an accident, you must stop. If you were not involved in the accident but emergency personnel haven't yet arrived and you know first aid, you may be able to help the injured until they arrive. Otherwise, drive on. Rubbernecking (slowing down or stopping just to stare at the accident) obstructs traffic and can lead to another accident.

Source: Accidents and the Financial Responsibility Law, New Mexico Driver Manual

Not quite. The answer is you may either go straight or turn left.

A two-headed arrow with one head pointing straight ahead and the other pointing left means that you may either go straight or turn left.

Not quite. The answer is unmarked railroad crossings and hidden intersections.

In rural or country areas, there are a number of special situations that will require your attention. You may encounter unmarked railroad crossings or hidden intersections.