Random Practice Exam (New Hampshire) (New Hampshire) - 2026 DMV Practice Test

Question 1:

What should you do in case of a brake failure?

Pull off the road into an open space, if available.

Apply the parking brake slowly.

All of the above.

Question 2:

As you approach an intersection, the traffic light changes from green to yellow. You should:

apply the brakes sharply and come to a complete stop.

be prepared to stop before the intersection.

be prepared to stop in the middle of the intersection.

speed up to beat the red light.

Question 3:

If you remain in the back blind spot of a large vehicle:

you increase the chance of a crash.

the large vehicle will take much longer to stop.

you can reduce fuel consumption.

Question 4:

Following another vehicle too closely is known as:

speedgating.

closetailing.

tailgating.

Question 5:

When they see this sign, drivers should:

increase their speed and keep well to the right.

slow down and keep well to the right.

slow down and keep well to the left.

Question 6:

This road sign means:

Lane shifting

Traffic is entering from another road, drive with caution

Stop for other traffic

Yield right-of-way

Question 7:

When driving through a curve, you should:

speed up as you enter, slow down as you exit.

stay near the right of your lane.

maintain constant speed.

slow as you enter, speed up as you exit.

Question 8:

__________ are blue with white letters and symbols.

Warning signs

Service signs

Destination signs (guide signs)

Question 9:

When there is a _______ at an intersection, you should come to a complete stop, yield to cross traffic/pedestrians, and then proceed when clear.

a solid green light

a solid red light

a flashing red light

a flashing yellow light

Question 10:

The effects of alcohol on driving include:

None of the above.

Improved coordination

Better reflexes

Improved judgement

Question 11:

Smoking while driving:

does not affect driving abilities.

is not distracting.

helps increase driver alertness.

is distracting.

Question 12:

When parking uphill on a road with a curb, turn the front wheels:

towards the curb.

parallel to the curb.

straight ahead.

away from the curb.

Question 13:

This sign tells drivers that:

there is a right turn ahead.

they must stay on the right side of the divider

a divided highway ends ahead.

Question 14:

When drivers see this road sign:

they must come to a complete stop and call the police.

they must not drive past this sign.

they must turn around immediately.

Question 15:

If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track:

proceed with caution until you see a train.

go through when one of the tracks is free.

go through as soon as the first train passes.

wait until you have a clear view of both tracks.

Question 16:

The minimum drinking age in this State is ____ years.

20

21

9

18

Question 17:

This road sign means:

Railroad Warning

Stop Sign Ahead

Lane ends

Stop if necessary

Question 18:

When you drive near parks and playgrounds, you should expect children:

not to cross unless they are with an adult.

to know when it is safe to cross.

to stop at the curb before crossing the street.

to suddenly run into the street.

Question 19:

What does this sign indicate?

Parallel railroad crossing (side road)

Low ground clearance railroad crossing

Parallel railroad crossing (crossroad)

Question 20:

This road sign means:

Church ahead

Intersection ahead

Do not enter

Side road

Question 21:

If a vehicle using high beams comes toward you, look towards __________ of the road.

either side

the center

the right side

the left side

Question 22:

If another car is in danger of hitting you, you should:

flash your brake lights.

sound your horn.

use your emergency lights.

flash your headlights.

Question 23:

What should you do if you see smoke come from under the hood?

Call the fire department and then pull off the road and park your vehicle.

Pull off the road and park your vehicle. Turn off the ignition, get away from the car and call the fire department.

Try to fight the fire yourself.

Question 24:

What is the main reason night driving is more difficult than daytime driving?

The use of headlight is required by law.

Reduced visibility.

Driving within the range.

Question 25:

This sign warns drivers that:

they cannot go straight ahead.

they will soon be facing oncoming traffic.

a shared lane starts ahead.

Question 26:

Air bags are meant to _________ seat belts.

work with

fix

replace

Question 27:

This road sign:

warns drivers of a sharp turn left. Drivers should slow their speed and keep to the left.

provides an advance notice of a roundabout.

warns drivers that U-turns are not permitted.

is a no-right-turns sign.

Question 28:

Two solid yellow lines on the pavement mean:

passing is not allowed.

passing is allowed during daylight only.

passing is allowed for both drivers.

passing is allowed if you are at the top of a hill.

Question 29:

You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway:

if you need to check your smartphone for directions.

only if you have an emergency.

if no part of your vehicle is on the road.

as long as you turn on your emergency flashers.

Question 30:

Distracted driving:

causes the driver to react more slowly to hazards.

is only dangerous for inexperienced drivers.

usually causes the driver to drive slower.

is never dangerous.

Question 31:

While driving you come upon a sign which says, “reduced speed 35 MPH”. You as a driver should know:

that the new 35 MPH speed zone begins at the next “speed limit” sign.

that the sign is put there to harass “good” drivers.

that the new 35 MPH speed zone begins at this sign.

that you have plenty of time to slow down before the speed zone.

Question 32:

When children are close, what should you do before you back out of a driveway?

Rely on your mirrors.

Get out of the car and check behind the car.

Look through your back window for children.

Question 33:

This sign is a:

regulatory sign.

warning sign.

guide sign.

Question 34:

A flashing yellow light:

warns drivers to proceed with caution.

is used at dangerous intersections.

All of the above.

Question 35:

Drivers can not pass a vehicle on the left if:

they approach the top of a hill on a two-way road and can not see over it.

they can not safely return to the right lane before they reach a solid yellow center line for the right lane.

All of the above.

Question 36:

When driving behind a motorcycle, drivers must:

remembers that motorcyclists have the right to use a complete traffic lane.

pass the motorcycle in the same lane.

drive on the shoulder beside the motorcycle.

share the lane with the motorcycle.

Question 37:

This sign means:

Take route 45 if you are driving at night.

The night-time speed limit is 45 MPH.

The minimum speed limit is 45 MPH.

Question 38:

You are driving on a four-lane divided highway, two vehicles are driving side by side ahead of you, and you are in a hurry. You should:

drive closely behind the vehicles ahead changing lanes frequently.

drive in either lane with at least a two-second time interval behind the vehicle ahead.

drive closely behind the vehicle in the left lane and flash your headlights.

drive closely behind the vehicle in the right lane.

Question 39:

This road sign means:

The left lane ends soon

one-way street ahead.

The right lane ends soon

Highway entrance ramp ahead

Question 40:

At intersections marked with stop lines, drivers must:

come to a complete stop.

slow down and enter the intersection.

signal other vehicles to stop.

Question 41:

Directions given by traffic officers ___________ signs, signals or pavement markings.

take precedence over

are less important than

must obey

Question 42:

You are driving and you are feeling drowsy. You should:

avoid drinking coffee.

turn on the radio to keep you awake.

find a safe place to stop for a break.

Question 43:

When changing lanes on an interstate, drivers should:

use cruise control to increase traction whenever possible.

signal and check mirrors and blind spots.

change lanes often.

stop in the breakdown lane if they are tired.

Question 44:

Service signs are ____ with ____ letters and symbols.

blue; white

white; black

green; white

Question 45:

This road sign means:

Winding Road Ahead

Persons with Disabilities Parking

Merge

Question 46:

Worn tires:

may cause you to hydroplane even with very little water on the road.

can increase your stopping distance.

can make turning more difficult.

All of the above.

Question 47:

What is the meaning of blue traffic signs?

A blue background indicates a regulatory sign.

They give directional information.

Blue indicates road user services.

Question 48:

This sign indicates that the road ahead:

turns sharply right, then left.

is a divided highway.

curves right, then left.

curves right.

Question 49:

This sign indicates the _______________ vehicles can safely travel in this area.

suggested speed

maximum speed

minimum speed

Question 50:

Which shape is a speed limit sign?

Round

Pentagon

Vertical rectangle

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