NM DMV Practice 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%).
Updated for 2026 MVD rules.
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The road sign pictured means:
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Slow down and proceed with caution.
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Stop only if necessary.
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You may not proceed on the road you are traveling on.
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Come to a complete stop.
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__________ limit(s) your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory.
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Only a blood alcohol level greater than .05
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Alcohol does not
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Even the smallest amount of alcohol
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Only a blood alcohol level greater than the legal limit
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This traffic sign warns you about:
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An intersection ahead.
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A hill or a downgrade up ahead on the road.
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Merging traffic ahead.
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A winding road ahead.
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4.
Regulatory signs are:
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Red.
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Blue.
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Yellow.
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White.
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This road sign means:
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No right turn.
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Keep right.
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No U-turns.
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Side road.
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TEST #1
Question 3 of 36
Negotiating Intersections
3. If an intersection has crosswalk lines but no STOP line, where must you stop for a red light?
After the crosswalk.
On the crosswalk.
Before the stop line.×
Before the crosswalk.✓
Explanation
If there is no stop line at a red light, you must stop before the crosswalk — it’s always illegal to stop on it.