New Mexico permit test practice

What is the purpose of a posted minimum speed sign on a high-speed road?

1. AIt only applies to commercial trucks and buses over a certain posted weight limit
2. BIt is optional and exists only as a suggestion
3. CYou must travel at least that fast so as not to be a hazard to other driversCorrect
4. DIt applies only during rush hour

Why: Some high-speed roads have minimum speed limits, and you are required to travel at least this fast so as not to be a hazard to other drivers.

What color and shape are work area (construction) signs typically?

1. ABlue with white letters, generally circular
2. BYellow with red letters, generally triangular
3. CGreen with black letters, generally octagonal
4. DOrange with black letters or symbols, in a diamond or rectangular shapeCorrect

Why: Work area signs are generally diamond or rectangular shaped, orange with black letters or symbols.

When you see or hear an approaching emergency vehicle, what should you do?

1. AStop immediately in your current lane
2. BPull to the right edge of the roadCorrect
3. CSpeed up to clear the area quickly
4. DPull to the left edge of the road

Why: Pull over to the right edge of the road or as near to the right as possible when you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching.

If you are already in an intersection when an emergency vehicle approaches, what should you do?

1. AStop immediately, even in the middle of the intersection
2. BReverse out of the intersection
3. CDrive through the intersection before you pull overCorrect
4. DTurn around and go back the way you came

Why: If you are in an intersection, drive through the intersection before you pull over for an emergency vehicle.

What is the recommended minimum following distance under normal conditions, according to the three-second rule?

1. AOne second behind the vehicle ahead
2. BThree seconds behind the vehicle aheadCorrect
3. CFive seconds behind the vehicle ahead
4. DTen seconds behind the vehicle ahead

Why: The three-second rule recommends following no closer than three seconds behind the vehicle ahead, and it works at any speed.

If your view of a cross street is blocked while stopped at an intersection, what should you do?

1. AWait indefinitely until another vehicle moves first
2. BEdge forward slowly until your view is clearCorrect
3. CHonk your horn and proceed immediately
4. DBack up to find a clearer sightline

Why: If your view of a cross street is blocked, edge forward slowly until you can see, which also lets crossing drivers see your vehicle.

How does gravel or dirt affect a vehicle's traction compared to concrete or asphalt?

1. ATraction is the same, so no adjustment is needed
2. BTraction is better on gravel, allowing higher speeds
3. CYou have less tractionCorrect
4. DOnly the front tires lose traction on gravel or dirt

Why: You do not have as much traction on gravel or dirt roads, so it will take longer to stop and it is easier to skid when turning.

What effect do convex mirrors on many motorcycles have on how following vehicles appear?

1. AThey make vehicles seem closer than they really are
2. BThey make vehicles seem farther away than they really areCorrect
3. CThey have no effect on perceived distance
4. DThey only work correctly at night

Why: Convex mirrors provide a wider view but also make cars seem farther away than they really are.

What driving problems have studies linked to marijuana use, according to the manual?

1. AImproved night vision paired with noticeably slower reflexes, reaction time, and short-term memory
2. BMore mistakes, more trouble adjusting to glare, and more traffic-violation arrestsCorrect
3. CFaster reaction time but poor judgment of speed
4. DNo measurable change in driving performance

Why: Studies show that people who use marijuana make more mistakes, have more trouble adjusting to glare, and get arrested for traffic violations more often than other drivers.

What can happen to a driver's registration if they fail to maintain the required liability insurance?

1. AA small late fee added to the next renewal
2. BNon-issuance or suspension of the vehicle registration and surrender of license platesCorrect
3. CA single written warning mailed to the address on file, with no further administrative action taken
4. DAutomatic enrollment in a state insurance pool

Why: Failure to have insurance could result in non-issuance or suspension of vehicle registration and surrender of the license plates, along with possible criminal penalties.