2025 New Mexico Permit Test 5
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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17. When driving in fog, you should use your low beam headlights:
Explanation
You should always use your low beam headlights when driving in fog. High beam headlights may cause the light to reflect off of the fog and into your eyes.
18. A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection has the same requirements as:
Explanation
When approaching a flashing red signal, you must stop and yield to all traffic that does not have to stop.
19. This sign means:
Explanation
This sign indicates that hospital emergency services are located to the right.
20. Consuming which of the following substances may impair your ability to drive safely and may result in an arrest for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII)?
Explanation
A wide variety of intoxicants can impair your ability to drive. These include all types of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, inhalants, and many legal medications (both prescription and over-the-counter).
21. This yellow signs means:
Explanation
This sign indicates that the road ahead may be slippery when wet.
22. Interstate driving requires drivers to:
Explanation
Safe use of the interstate demands drivers be constantly alert and capable of driving at high speeds.
23. After you have passed a vehicle moving in the same direction, it is safe to move back into the right lane:
Explanation
When passing, you should not return to your original lane until you can see both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. Always check your blind spots before moving back into your original lane.
24. A leaky exhaust system in your vehicle is dangerous because it can cause:
Explanation
The exhaust system carries exhaust gas out of the vehicle and prevents fumes from entering into the passenger compartment. To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, keep your exhaust system free of leaks. Replace all defective parts immediately.
25. Smoking and preparing to smoke while driving:
Explanation
Smoking while driving can create dangerous distractions by causing you to take your hands off the wheel and/or your eyes off the road.
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