Take 2026 New Hampshire Permit Test

QUESTION 1 / 25

To check your blind spot before changing lanes:

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ALook into the left side mirror.✓BLook into the right side mirror.✓CLook into the rearview mirror.✓DLook over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

Driving while being distracted by any activity:

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AIs never dangerous.✓BUsually causes the driver to react more slowly to hazards.✓CUsually causes the driver to drive faster.✓DIs only dangerous for young drivers.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

What happens if you drink alcohol while taking prescription or over-the-counter medicine?

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AThe medicine reduces the effect of the alcohol.✓BThe alcohol will help the medicine cure a cold.✓CThe combination could multiply the effects of the alcohol or medicine.✓DThere is no effect because they are different substances.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

The best way to avoid hydroplaning is to:

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AKeep your tires properly maintained.✓BSlow down when roads are wet or slushy.✓CWatch out for standing water or puddles.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

Distracted driving may be caused by:

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AEating, drinking, or smoking.✓BTalking or texting on a cellular phone.✓CChanging a radio station or CD.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

You are borrowing an unfamiliar vehicle from a friend. You should:

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ANot put too much thought into it because all vehicles are the same.✓BHide from your friend that you are unfamiliar with the vehicle.✓CDisregard any obvious defects to avoid embarrassing your friend.✓DTake a few minutes before driving to familiarize yourself with the operation and location of all the vehicle’s equipment.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

How can you lower the risk of hydroplaning?

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ADo not speed when the roads are wet.✓BUse tires with proper air pressure.✓CReplace tires with bad tread.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

While driving, your wheels slip off the edge of the road. You should:

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AJerk the steering wheel to force the vehicle back onto the pavement.✓BSpeed up and steer back onto the pavement gradually.✓CSlam on your brakes and stop.✓DSlow down by gently using the brakes. Turn the steering wheel to return to the pavement at a safe speed.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

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

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AThe highway ahead curves only to the right.✓BThe highway ahead turns sharply to the right.✓CThe highway ahead curves to the right and then to the left.✓DThe highway ahead curves to the left and then to the right.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Before entering a roundabout, you must slow down and yield to:

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AVehicles in the roundabout.✓BBicyclists in the roundabout.✓CPedestrians in the roundabout.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

This sign means that: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-workers_ahead.png

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AA community service group is picking up trash along the highway ahead.✓BWorkers are on or very close to the road in the work zone ahead.✓CChildren are at play ahead.✓DThere is a pedestrian crosswalk ahead.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

You are driving on a divided multilane highway and see or hear the signal of an approaching emergency vehicle. You should:

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ADisregard the signal if there are other lanes available for the emergency vehicle.✓BStop as quickly as you can.✓CSlow down, move your vehicle to provide a clear path for the emergency vehicle, and stop.✓DIncrease your speed to get out of the way of the emergency vehicle.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

How can you help prevent rear-end collisions?

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AAvoid sudden stops.✓BBefore stopping, check your mirrors and blind spots for traffic.✓CRelease the gas pedal and let your vehicle slow before applying the brakes.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

When passing other vehicles:

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ACheck your mirrors and blind spots.✓BHonk your horn at least three times.✓CRe-enter your lane within 10 feet of the passed vehicle.✓DThere is no need to signal.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Always signal when:

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AChanging lanes.✓BPulling into or out of a parking space.✓CPulling into traffic from an alley or parking area.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

When approaching a steady green traffic light, drivers should:

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AContinue driving, unless there are vehicles or pedestrians already in the intersection.✓BStop if a police officer is nearby.✓CTreat the intersection like a four-way stop.✓DCome to a complete stop before proceeding.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

You must stop at a railroad crossing when:

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ADirected to do so by a flagger.✓BIt is controlled by a stop sign.✓CFlashing red signals and gates are present and operating.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

If another driver cuts you off in traffic, you should:

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APull next to the driver and yell at them.✓BLet it go.✓CFlash your high beams at the driver.✓DGet back at the other driver by cutting them off.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

Before switching on the ignition, you should:

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ABe sure only backseat passengers have buckled their seat belts.✓BBe sure only adult passengers have buckled their seat belts.✓CBe sure only child passengers have buckled their seat belts.✓DBe sure all of the vehicle's occupants have buckled their seat belts.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Do not pass:

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AOn a hill or curve.✓BWhen school bus lights are flashing.✓CWhen approaching an intersection.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

You are involved in an accident. You should:

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AStop immediately.✓BHelp the injured.✓CCall the police.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Seat belts are most effective when they are worn by:

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AThe person driving the car.✓BPassengers when they are on a long drive.✓CAll occupants of a car being driven on an expressway.✓DAll occupants of a car every time the car is driven.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Which of the following commonly causes traffic accidents?

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AInattentive driving✓BExcessive speed under the driving conditions✓CFollowing other vehicles too closely✓DAll of the above✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When driving on major highways:

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AStay alert.✓BKeep your eyes moving.✓CBe ready to react to road hazards.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

Which statement about speed is true?

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ADriving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous.✓BSpeeding can kill.✓CSpeeding is not dangerous if you are a skilled driver.✓DBoth "Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous" and "Speeding can kill."✓