2024 New Mexico Permit Test 15
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in New Mexico. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for New Mexico please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/new-mexico/car.
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9. If a vehicle starts to skid on water, the driver should quickly apply the brakes.
Explanation
If a vehicle skids while hydroplaning, the driver should try to regain control of the vehicle. If that is not possible, the driver should release the accelerator and ride out the skid. The driver should not immediately apply the brakes.
10. A steady yellow light at an intersection means:
Explanation
A steady yellow light indicates that a steady red light will soon appear. If you are driving toward an intersection and a yellow light appears, slow down and prepare to stop. If you are already within the intersection or cannot stop safely before entering the intersection, continue through carefully.
11. Reversible lanes are usually marked with:
Explanation
Some travel lanes are designed to carry traffic in one direction at certain times and in the opposite direction at other times. These lanes are usually marked by double dashed yellow lines.
12. What does a lane use control signal displaying a flashing yellow X above a reversible lane indicate?
Explanation
Lane use control signals are used when the direction of the flow of traffic in a specific lane changes throughout the day. They are used to show which lanes of traffic are open and closed, as well as to show if toll booths are open or closed. When a lane control signal contains a flashing yellow X, drivers may only use the indicated lane to complete a left turn.
13. A pentagon-shaped sign is a:
Explanation
A five-sided sign is used to alert drivers to a school zone. Some pentagonal signs specifically indicate crosswalks within school zones where children or other pedestrians may be present.
14. You reach an intersection with stop signs on all four corners at the same time as the driver on your left. Who has the right-of-way?
Explanation
If two vehicles arrive at the same time to an intersection that has stop signs on all corners, the vehicle to the right has the right-of-way.
15. To check your blind spot when changing lanes to the left, you should glance:
Explanation
To check your blind spot, glance over your shoulder in the direction that you want to move.
16. Highways and roads freeze before ramps and bridges.
Explanation