2025 New Mexico Permit Test 12
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in New Mexico. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for New Mexico please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/new-mexico/car.
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9. When you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must:
Explanation
When you see an emergency vehicle using its lights or hear it using its siren, you must immediately pull over to the curb or side of the road and stop.
10. You should not cross railroad tracks if there is not room for your entire vehicle on the other side.
Explanation
Never start to cross railroad tracks if there is not enough room for your vehicle to clear the tracks completely. Never stop on railroad tracks. Wait to proceed until there is room for your entire vehicle on the opposite side of the railroad tracks.
11. Sudden wind gusts on highways:
Explanation
While it can create special problems for large vehicles, strong wind can cause problems for all drivers. Wind can lower visibility by blowing dirt and dust into the roadway, but it can sometimes also physically move a vehicle.
12. When changing lanes you should not:
Explanation
Before changing lanes, check your side and rearview mirrors for traffic approaching you from behind. Use your turn signal to let other drivers know you plan to change lanes. Check for other drivers who also may be moving into the same lane.
13. Traffic signals sometimes display arrows to control turns from specific lanes. A green arrow:
Explanation
A green arrow has the same meaning as a circular green traffic light, but traffic in the indicated lane must turn in the direction shown by the arrow.
14. You should honk your horn when you:
Explanation
Your horn should be used as a warning in situations where you think another driver or a pedestrian does not see you. For example, if a child begins to run into the street in front of your vehicle, you should sound your horn.
15. You are coming to a railroad crossing where the crossing signals are flashing. You should:
Explanation
When approaching a railroad crossing, you must stop your vehicle no closer than 15 feet from the nearest rail if an installed electric or mechanical signal is giving warning of an approaching train. Be aware of other warning signs that may indicate an oncoming train, including seeing a lowered crossing gate or hearing an oncoming train.
16. When passing a row of parked vehicles, you should:
Explanation
Keep a space between your vehicle and parked vehicles. A person may step out of a parked vehicle or out from between the parked vehicles without looking. A driver may begin moving their vehicle before realizing you are there.
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