NEW MEXICO DRIVERS PERMIT TEST
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Anyone operating a motor vehicle or motorcycle on public roadways in the State of New Mexico must have a driver license or learner's permit. To get a license, you must pass a written and road test in addition to a vision screening. Practice with this sample test to familiarize yourself with the format of the New Mexico driver's license test. The NM MVD written test is designed to check your knowledge of road rules, road signs, traffic laws and safety rules. Everything you need to know is covered in the New Mexico Driver's Manual. The MVD written test consists of 25 questions, and you'll need at least 18 correct answers to pass (72%).
1.
What is the “slow moving vehicle” symbol?
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A reflective orange triangle.
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A reflective yellow square.
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A reflective white triangle.
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A reflective red diamond.
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2.
A red-painted curb means:
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No stopping, standing, or parking.
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Park for a limited time.
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Parking is permitted only for a disabled person or driver of a disabled person.
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Stop no longer than the time posted to load or unload passengers or freight.
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3.
To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should:
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Start your turn from the lane closest to the right curb.
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Start from any lane as long as you do not cut any other driver off.
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Start your turn from the lane closest to the left curb.
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None of the above.
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4.
What shape is used for advance warning of no passing zones?
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Diamond.
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Octagon.
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Pennant.
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Pentagon.
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5.
What does this sign indicate?

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The highway ahead is divided into two one-way roadways.
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Drivers will soon be on a roadway with two-way traffic.
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Winding road ahead. Drive with caution.
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Roundabout ahead.
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