Take 2026 New Hampshire Permit Test 4

QUESTION 1 / 25

Passing is prohibited:

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AOn hills and curves.✓BAt intersections.✓CAt railroad crossings.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

To change lanes you should:

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ACheck your mirrors and signal, then change lanes.✓BSignal, check your mirrors, check your blind spot in the direction you plan to move, then change lanes.✓CSignal, check your mirrors, and change lanes.✓DSignal and change lanes.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Before turning, you should:

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AUse your signal.✓BTurn the wheel.✓CIncrease your speed.✓DChange lanes.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

An intersection has no traffic signs or signals. You arrive at the same time as a vehicle to your right. You should:

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ASpeed up and get through the intersection.✓BSlow down and yield to the vehicle on your right.✓CDrive into the intersection and make the other vehicle stop.✓DHonk your horn and drive through the intersection.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

To prevent hydroplaning, you should:

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AEnsure that your tires have good tread depth.✓BEnsure that your tires are properly inflated.✓CReduce your speed when driving in the rain.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

To ensure that your physical condition does not cause you to drive in an unsafe manner, you should:

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AKeep physically fit and have regular physical examinations.✓BKnow the effect of any medicine on your driving ability.✓CDrive within your physical limitations.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

Motorcycles are entitled to:

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AThe bicycle lane.✓BThe same full lane width as other motor vehicles.✓CHalf the width of a lane.✓DThe width of the sidewalk.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

When should you increase your following distance?

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AWhen driving at night✓BWhen driving on slippery roads✓CWhen driving at high speeds✓DAll of the above✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

A diamond-shaped sign is a:

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ARoad hazard sign.✓BInterstate route sign.✓CSchool crossing sign.✓DSpeed limit sign.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

When approaching a steady red traffic light, drivers should:

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ADrive through the intersection if there is no crossing traffic.✓BContinue driving, as they have the right-of-way.✓CStop only if a police officer is nearby.✓DCome to a complete stop.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

What might happen when alcohol is combined with another drug?

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AThe effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be increased.✓BNothing will happen.✓CThe effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be reduced.✓DThe effects of only the alcohol may be reduced.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

How often are motor vehicles required to be inspected?

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AOnce every four years✓BOnce every three years✓COnce every two years✓DOnce every year✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Which of the following statements is true?

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AA sudden change in weather calls for a change in driving.✓BYou should slow down when driving in rain and fog.✓CBe particularly aware of vehicles coming up behind you in inclement weather.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

If you drink alcohol socially, what helps ensure safe driving?

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ADrink coffee before driving.✓BRide home with a friend who has not been drinking.✓CTake a cold shower before driving.✓DStop drinking one half hour before driving.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

What does alcohol do to your driving skills and judgement?

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AIt helps driving skills but harms your judgement.✓BIt harms both driving skills and judgement.✓CIt has no effect on either driving skills or judgement.✓DIt has no effect on judgement but it harms driving skills.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/hawaii-pedestrian_crossing.png

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ASchool ahead.✓BSchool crossing.✓CPedestrian crossing.✓DConstruction workers on or near the roadway.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/arkansas-merging_traffic.png

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ACars in right lane must slow down.✓BNo left turn.✓CMerge.✓DPass only in the right lane.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

Alcohol:

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ASlows reflexes and reaction time.✓BPuts you to sleep.✓CWakes you up.✓DImproves your judgment.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

An octagonal sign is always a:

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ASpeed limit sign.✓BStop sign.✓CHospital sign.✓DRailroad warning sign.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

You are entering a crowded freeway. What should you do to merge into traffic?

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AUse your side and rearview mirrors and check your blind spots.✓BUse the acceleration lane to adjust your speed to match the speed of freeway traffic.✓CYield to traffic already on the freeway.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

If an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is traveling in the area where you are driving, you should:

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ASpeed up to avoid the emergency vehicle.✓BStop your vehicle immediately and prevent them from passing.✓CMake every effort to give the emergency vehicle a clear path of travel.✓DSignal to the emergency vehicle when it is clear for them to pass you.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

How do you check your blind spots?

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ALook in your side mirrors.✓BTurn your head and look over your shoulders.✓CLook in your rearview mirror.✓DStare straight ahead.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

If one of your tires blows out as you are driving, you should:

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ABrake hard immediately.✓BTry to steer straight while gradually slowing by removing your foot from the gas pedal.✓CMaintain your current speed and steer straight.✓DSwerve back and forth to alert traffic behind you.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

What do speed limit signs indicate?

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APotential driving speeds for the area✓BThe maximum or minimum speed that is legally allowed to be driven✓CThe speed drivers should drive in heavy traffic✓DThe speed drivers should drive under poor conditions✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

The most effective thing you can do to reduce your risk of being injured or killed in a traffic crash is to:

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AWear your seat belt.✓BLimit your driving to weekdays.✓CStay in the right lane on multilane highways.✓DLimit your driving to hours between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.✓