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When conditions are rainy, icy, or foggy, how should a driver treat a posted maximum speed?
Answer: Reduce speed when the conditions make the posted maximum unsafe
Handbook, p. 6What right of way does a pedestrian have when using a guide dog or carrying a white cane?
Answer: The pedestrian has absolute right of way
Handbook, p. 11When is a driver not required to stop for a school bus displaying flashing red lights?
Answer: When the bus is moving in the opposite direction on a road separated by a median or physical barrier
Handbook, p. 12At a four way stop, two vehicles arrive at the same time. Which vehicle should go first?
Answer: The vehicle on the right
Handbook, p. 11What should a driver do before entering an intersection when traffic ahead is stopped?
Answer: Wait until there is enough room to pass through without stopping
Handbook, p. 11A driver turning left at an intersection faces an oncoming vehicle going straight. Who yields?
Answer: The driver turning left
Handbook, p. 11How should a driver pass a slower vehicle on a New Mexico road with two or more lanes going the same way?
Answer: By using the left most lane to pass slower vehicles when passing is permitted
Handbook, p. 10After a school bus stops flashing its red lights, what must a driver do before moving?
Answer: Wait for children to leave the roadway and confirm it is safe
Handbook, p. 12When is wildlife especially active on New Mexico roads, according to the manual?
Answer: At dawn, dusk, and during the first few hours after darkness
Handbook, p. 21What do animal crossing signs tell you about the road ahead?
Answer: Vehicles have hit wildlife in this area before
Handbook, p. 21A reserved lane sign reads Bicycle. Who may use that lane?
Answer: Bicycles only
Handbook, p. 9How does the New Mexico manual describe the shape and color of a stop sign?
Answer: Eight-sided and red with white letters
Handbook, p. 7What is the purpose of the yellow, usually diamond-shaped warning signs described in the manual?
Answer: Warn drivers to slow down and prepare to stop if needed
Handbook, p. 4A two-lane road has a solid yellow line on your side and a dashed yellow line on the other side. May you pass?
Answer: No, passing is prohibited from your side
Handbook, p. 8What does a red arrow at a New Mexico traffic signal require a driver to do?
Answer: Stop and wait without traveling in the arrow's direction
Handbook, p. 4A yellow signal is flashing at an intersection. What driving response does the manual call for?
Answer: Slow down and proceed with caution
Handbook, p. 4What are drivers responsible for checking when they park?
Answer: That the vehicle is not a hazard
Handbook, p. 13How far from a travel lane should a driver park when possible?
Answer: Far enough away to avoid interfering with traffic
Handbook, p. 13What does a red-painted curb indicate in New Mexico?
Answer: A fire zone where parking or standing is not permitted
Handbook, p. 14What two documents does the manual say a driver needs when renewing a New Mexico driver license?
Answer: The current license and one other proof of identity
Handbook, p. 2A learner with a New Mexico instructional permit is practicing in a car. Where must the supervising licensed driver sit?
Answer: In the right front seat
Handbook, p. 1If a vehicle begins to hydroplane and the tires lose traction, what does the manual advise first?
Answer: Ease off the gas and keep the steering wheel straight
Handbook, p. 21What following-distance method does the manual say works at any speed?
Answer: The three-second rule
Handbook, p. 23If a vehicle breaks down on a highway, what should the driver do when it is possible?
Answer: Get the vehicle off the road and away from traffic
Handbook, p. 19Which statement about a New Mexico instructional permit is true for a 15 year old applicant?
Answer: The applicant must be enrolled in an approved driver education course
Handbook, p. 1Which tests must a New Mexico provisional license applicant pass in addition to the vision screening?
Answer: A written test and a road test
Handbook, p. 1How recent must a traffic record be when a driver applies for a New Mexico provisional license?
Answer: The driver must have no traffic conviction in the preceding 90 days
Handbook, p. 2Which condition can prevent a driver from receiving an unrestricted New Mexico license at the time of application?
Answer: A traffic violation is still pending
Handbook, p. 2What is the minimum age for an instructional permit in New Mexico?
Answer: 15 years
Handbook, p. 1For how long must a New Mexico applicant retain an instructional permit before moving to the next license stage?
Answer: At least six months
Handbook, p. 1At what age may a person in New Mexico buy, consume, or possess alcohol under the manual's stated rule?
Answer: 21 years
Handbook, p. 29How may a New Mexico driver's blood alcohol content ordinarily be determined?
Answer: By a breath, blood, or urine test
Handbook, p. 29What license consequence can follow a New Mexico driver's refusal to take a BAC test requested by a police or traffic officer?
Answer: Loss of the driver license for one year
Handbook, p. 29After a first DWI conviction in New Mexico, what vehicle-related requirement does the manual list in addition to treatment?
Answer: Install an ignition interlock device on the vehicle
Handbook, p. 29What license consequence does New Mexico's manual assign to a driver who reaches twelve or more points within twelve months?
Answer: A one-year license suspension
Handbook, p. 14What factors should a driver consider when adjusting speed?
Answer: Adverse conditions, vehicle type, and accident prevention
Handbook, p. 13If no minimum speed is posted, how should a driver choose a speed?
Answer: Drive so regular traffic flow is not interrupted
Handbook, p. 12What validity period and renewal window does the manual give for a New Mexico driver license?
Answer: Four or eight years, renewable up to 90 days early or 30 days late
Handbook, p. 2Under New Mexico law described in the manual, who must wear a motorcycle helmet?
Answer: Every motorcycle driver and passenger under 18
Handbook, p. 37When an emergency vehicle approaches from any direction using a siren or flashing lights, where should a driver pull over?
Answer: To the right edge or as near to the right as possible
Handbook, p. 12What qualification may apply to cell phone use while driving in some New Mexico towns?
Answer: A hands-free device may be required
Handbook, p. 30If an emergency vehicle approaches while you are already in an intersection, what should you do before pulling over?
Answer: Drive through the intersection, then pull over
Handbook, p. 12With good tires, good brakes, and dry pavement, about how far may a vehicle traveling 50 mph need to react and stop?
Answer: About 400 feet
Handbook, p. 22What is the lowest BAC threshold for New Mexico's under-21 alcohol driving rule?
Answer: .02%
Handbook, p. 29At the stop sign shown, where must you stop?
Answer: At the stop sign or stop line, if one is present
Handbook, p. 7What action belongs with the yield sign shown?
Answer: Slow down and yield to traffic in the intersection or roadway
Handbook, p. 7The do-not-enter symbol shown is used at which location?
Answer: A roadway opening that drivers should not enter, such as an exit ramp
Handbook, p. 7What does a sign showing the number of tracks at a railroad crossing warn you about?
Answer: More than one train may cross
Handbook, p. 6What kind of information does a lane-direction sign provide?
Answer: Where you can go or turn, often shown with an arrow
Handbook, p. 7What do red circle-and-slash signs such as the one shown generally do?
Answer: Prohibit the pictured action, such as a U-turn
Handbook, p. 6
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Every card is written from the official New Mexico Driver Manual. Page updated 2026-10-27. How we check every question. Spot something wrong? Use Report a mistake under any card.