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

Question 1:

This warning sign means:

You are approaching a school

Watch out for children crossing the street

Slow down, drive with caution and watch for children

All of the above.

Question 2:

This road sign means:

School zone ahead

Pedestrians must not cross here

Pedestrian crossing ahead

Question 3:

Don't be afraid to sound a sharp blast on your horn when:

when a child is about to run into the street.

another vehicle is in danger of hitting you.

All of the above.

Question 4:

This sign means:

Bicycles should yield to vehicles ahead.

Warning: a bikeway crosses the roadway ahead.

The lane ahead is reserved for bicycles.

Question 5:

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 6:

A steady green light at intersections means:

You may drive through the intersection if the road is clear

You must increase your speed

You may not turn right

Question 7:

This sign means:

You must yield the right-of-way ahead

Traffic signals ahead

You must stop ahead

Speeding is not allowed

Question 8:

When driving in heavy rain, drivers should use:

parking lights.

low beam headlights.

high beam headlights.

Question 9:

You should always travel:

at the speed of the vehicle behind.

according to weather and road conditions.

at the speed limit.

Question 10:

This road sign means:

Yield sign ahead

Side road entering from the left

Side road

Question 11:

When approaching someone using a white cane or guide dog, drivers should:

carefully drive around them.

stop until the person is well away from the roadway or path of travel.

honk their horn as they proceed past them.

Question 12:

Drivers have to yield to pedestrians:

only when the pedestrian is in the crosswalk.

only if the pedestrians have a green light.

even if the pedestrian is not obeying traffic controls.

Question 13:

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 14:

When you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you, you must:

slow down and keep moving.

drive to the right edge of the road and slow down.

pull over to the right and stop.

stop as quickly as you can.

Question 15:

It is illegal to drive below the speed limit:

when the pavement is wet.

only in residential areas.

when driving slowly disrupts the normal flow of traffic.

only in rural areas.

Question 16:

Green and white signs:

give information about directions and distances.

are mainly used at intersections and driveways.

warn drivers of unexpected road conditions.

Question 17:

A good rule of thumb for drivers sharing the road with a truck is:

it is better to drive to the immediate right of the cab.

always try to stay alongside a truck, but never drive right behind it.

if you can’t see the truck driver in their side mirror, they can’t see you.

Question 18:

When driving on roads that may be slippery:

do not make any sudden changes in direction or speed.

always drive at the highest speed allowed.

use cruise control to maintain a steady speed.

reduce your following distance.

Question 19:

When you come to a flashing yellow light, you must:

slow down and cross carefully.

stop before crossing.

speed up to beat the red light.

Question 20:

The first sign drivers see when approaching a highway-rail intersection is usually:

a crossbuck sign.

an advance warning sign.

a speed limit sign.

Question 21:

When passing a pedestrian who is walking on the road and an oncoming vehicle is approaching, you should:

keep driving, you have the right-of-way.

honk your horn to warn the pedestrian.

slow down and let the vehicle pass first.

Question 22:

This sign means:

Reversible lane ahead.

The divided highway ends ahead.

Drivers are coming to a point where another traffic lane joins the one they are on.

Question 23:

This road sign means:

Winding road ahead

Pedestrian crossing

Low ground railroad crossing

No-passing zone

Question 24:

Which signs have black letters on a yellow or orange background?

Warning signs (diamond)

Regulatory signs (vertical rectangle)

Railroad advance warning signs (round)

Question 25:

Do not pass:

on hills or curves.

when approaching intersections.

when school bus lights are flashing.

All of the above.

Question 26:

Roads are the most slippery:

the first rain after a dry spell.

after it has been raining for an hour or more.

for the first 2 hours of a rain storm.

Question 27:

This sign means:

Hairpin corner ahead.

Warning: U-turn ahead.

Sharp right turn ahead.

Question 28:

An edge line that angles toward the center of the road indicates that:

the road is narrower ahead.

there’s a narrow bridge ahead.

you must turn right.

Question 29:

Stopping distances:

are not affected by vehicle speed.

decrease as vehicle speed increases.

increase as vehicle speed increases.

Question 30:

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

suggested speed

maximum speed

minimum speed

Question 31:

When driving in travel lanes on the roadway:

you may make a U-turn if you get on the wrong entrance ramp of the freeway.

you may stop to let out passengers.

do not stop for any reason, keep moving until you can safely pull off the road.

you may make back up quickly if there are no vehicles behind.

Question 32:

Are bicyclists required to obey traffic laws and signs?

No, bicyclists are considered pedestrians when it comes to the rules of the road.

Yes.

Yes, but only if they are riding in a bicycle lane.

Question 33:

What should you do if your brakes fail?

Hook your shoe under the pedal and see if you can free it.

Turn on your cruise control.

Try pumping the brake pedal to increase pressure.

Question 34:

A thumping sound can be a warning:

that a tire blowout is about to occur.

of a steering failure.

of a brake failure.

Question 35:

This road sign means:

Drivers may proceed if the way is clear

Drivers are about to enter a one way street the wrong way

U-turns are prohibited

Question 36:

Sudden wind gusts on highways:

are generally caused by dust and dirt blowing around.

can cause one to lose control of their vehicle.

only affect large vehicles.

Question 37:

A red arrow on a traffic light means:

You may not turn in the direction of the arrow until a green light or arrow light goes on.

You may turn in in the direction of the arrow after coming to a complete stop.

You must stop and then proceed when the way is clear.

Question 38:

This road sign means:

No Passing Zone

Railroad Warning

One-way street ahead

Two way left turn

Question 39:

If you hear a thumping sound while driving, you should:

hook your shoe under the gas pedal and see if you can free it.

get off the road and check your tires.

try your emergency lights.

Question 40:

This road sign means:

No left turn

No U-turn

Detour ahead

Question 41:

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 42:

When you back up:

always look through the rear window.

you should rely only on your rearview mirror.

do it as fast as possible.

Question 43:

When you drive into the street from any driveway you:

can disregard pedestrians if there is no sidewalk.

must drive slowly so approaching vehicles and pedestrians can get out of your way.

must honk the horn so approaching vehicles and pedestrians can allow you room.

must stop and proceed only when there are no pedestrians or vehicles approaching.

Question 44:

To avoid the risk of being involved in an alcohol-related crash, you should:

decide before you start drinking that you are not going to drive.

say 'No, thanks' if someone offers you alcohol.

call a taxi if you've been drinking.

All of the above.

Question 45:

You are approaching an intersection when the signal turns yellow. You should:

speed up to get through the intersection before the red light comes on.

stop then enter the intersection when safe to do so.

slow down and proceed with caution through the intersection.

Question 46:

A traffic light shows both a red light and a green arrow. The driver may not turn in the direction of the arrow until the red light has changed.

True

False

Question 47:

Drivers should not sound their horn when:

near blind pedestrians.

visibility ahead is limited.

they may hit another vehicle.

Question 48:

What should you do when an aggressive driver confronts you?

Avoid eye contact with the aggressive driver.

Make eye contact.

Challenge the aggressive driver with increased speed.

Question 49:

This sign means:

You may make a U-turn.

Hairpin corner ahead.

You must make a U-turn.

Question 50:

This road sign means:

Drive with caution and be ready to stop

Slow down or stop

You must come to a complete stop

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