FREE New Mexico DMV Written Test (2024)

1. When the traffic light is green, but traffic is blocking the intersection, drivers should:

enter the intersection and wait for traffic to clear.
honk their horn to establish their right-of-way.
not enter the intersection until they can get completely across.

2. If your car becomes disabled on a highway, you should:

stop where you are.
stop in the right lane.
park with all four wheels off the highway, if possible.

3. What is the purpose of minimum speed limits?

To decrease the state average speed statistic.
To allow emergency vehicles with red flashing lights to safely pass other vehicles.
To halt the traffic flow.
To keep a smooth traffic flow.

4. Drivers should adjust their rearview and side mirrors:

before they get into the car.
before they start driving.
whenever they need to use them.

5. This sign means:

6. What do warning signs mean?

Danger ahead.
Drivers are approaching a hazardous location.
Drivers are approaching a location where there is a special rule.
All of the above.

7. What should you do if your headlights suddenly go out?

None of the other answers are correct.
Brake immediately and activate your emergency lights.
Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.
Use your emergency lights, parking lights or directional signals.

8. The yield sign means:

Drive with caution in wet weather.
You must come to a complete stop.
The traffic light will soon be red.
Slow down and give vehicles crossing your path the right-of-way.

9. A red flashing signal means the same as a:

10. Drivers should always be looking:

beside, ahead and to the rear of the vehicle.
at the left lane.
directly in front of the car.

NEW MEXICO DMV WRITTEN TEST