NH DMV Practice Test Questions and Answers Graded A

NH DMV Practice Test Questions and Answers Graded A If you suddenly have no control of the steering wheel, you should: -change gears -ease your foot off the gas pedal -ease your foot off the brake pedal -apply hand brakes ease your foot off the gas pedal Always use your _________ to exit a roundabout. right turn signal A flashing yellow light means: you may proceed with caution Drivers operating vehicles on a divided highway must _________, unless directed to do otherwise by a sign, traffic control device, or police officer. -drive to the left of the median -drive to the center of the median -not drive to the right of the median -drive to the right of the median drive to the right of the median What does a cross road sign look like? What does a U-turn sign look like? _________ occurs on wet roads when your front tires start to ride on water instead of the road. -Velocitizing -Tailgating -Weaving -Hydroplaning Hydroplaning A two-headed arrow with one head pointing straight ahead and the other pointing to the left means: you may either proceed straight or turn to the left You must NOT pass a vehicle on the right when: -you are driving on a one-way road with two lanes of traffic -the vehicle ahead is making a right turn -oncoming vehicles are not making a left turn -the vehicle ahead is going straight the vehicle ahead is making a right turn When a turning lane is provided for vehicles traveling in both directions, drivers must use: The hand and arm extended downward indicates the driver's intention to: -go straight -take a left turn -slow down or stop -take a right turn slow down or stop On a road with three or more lanes traveling in the same direction, stay in the _________ lane, except to pass. -right -middle -shoulder -left middle Drivers must use bright lights only when driving: -at night, on the express highway -at night, in the city -at night, under the influence of alcohol -at night, in the open country without other cars nearby at night, in the open country without other cars nearby Things that can distract your attention away from the road include: -checking blind spots -checking the traffic behind you frequently -always checking mirrors -text messaging and talking on the phone text messaging and talking on the phone You must use _______ when the sun is shining brightly or when a line of cars following you could obscure your turn signal light. -hand signals -stop signals -emergency signals -parking signals hand signals When you encounter a yellow arrow signal while turning left at an intersection, you must: -reduce your speed -stop at the signal -clear the intersection quickly -increase your speed clear the intersection quickly When stopped for a traffic violation, which of the following documents must be provided by the driver? -a) Driver's license -b) Vehicle registration -Only b) -a) and b) a) and b) Which of the following signs inform you of possible hazards ahead? -Guide signs -Warning signs -Regulatory signs -Informational signs Warning signs Shared center lanes that are marked on each side by a solid yellow and dashed yellow lines are reserved for _______ and can be used by vehicles traveling in either direction. -making left turns -making U-turns -making right turns -passing making left turns Backing up is not allowed on freeways or expressways, except: -by drivers of heavy goods vehicles -by drivers of slow-moving farm equipment -by drivers of emergency vehicles -by riders of motorcycles by drivers of emergency vehicles When you come to an intersection and try to make a move, you must follow the _________ before you pull out. -right, left, and right rule -left and right rule -left, left, and right rule -left, right, and left rule When you come to an intersection, follow this important rule (left, right, left). Look to the left first because vehicles coming from the left are closer to you. Look to the right. Take one more look to the left before you pull out. That way you might see a vehicle you did not see the first time you looked. If you approach an intersection with a yellow light, you must: -stop and wait for the red light -stop, look for the pedestrians, and proceed with caution -slow down and proceed with caution, if a stop cannot be made safely -increase your speed and clear the intersection slow down and proceed with caution, if a stop cannot be made safely When you see a flashing yellow signal at an intersection, you should: -increase your speed and rush through the intersection -stop and enter the intersection only when safe to do so -remain stopped until the light turns green -slow down and cross the intersection carefully slow down and cross the intersection carefully If two vehicles enter an intersection that is not controlled by signs/signals, from different roadways at about the same time, then the vehicle _________ has the right of way. -signalling first -on the right -on the left -with more than one passenger -on the right When traveling on a one-way street, you must use: -the outside lanes for turning and the center lanes for through-travel -the center lanes for through-travel and turning -the outside lanes for through-travel and the center lanes -for turning -the outside lanes for through-travel and turning the outside lanes for turning and the center lanes for through-travel If you are approaching a stop sign, you must: -stop at the broken white stop line -stop at the solid white stop line -stop at the edge of the road -stop at the broken yellow stop line stop at the solid white stop line When there are two solid yellow lines in the center, passing is -not permitted in either direction -permitted in both directions -permitted in one direction -permitted for heavy vehicles not permitted in either direction If your vehicle's directional signals fail, use _________ until you can have them repaired. hand signals headlights emergency signals brake lights hand signals Among the following parking types, _________ is commonly used in parking lots, shopping centers, and wide streets. -parallel parking -angle parking -emergency parking -hill parking angle parking If you see a yield sign in your driving lane, you must: -proceed with an increased speed -slow down and stop your vehicle if necessary -pull over your vehicle to the edge of the road -move over to the left lane slow down and stop your vehicle if necessary The correct hand signal for indicating a right turn is: -hand and arm extended downward -hand and arm extended backward -hand and arm extended upward -hand and arm extended outward hand and arm extended upward Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways? -Single, solid, yellow lines -Double, solid, yellow lines -Double, solid, white lines -Single, solid, white lines Single, solid, yellow lines Which of the following should be done before entering the curve, in order to avoid a skid while driving? -Turn on the headlights to have a clear view ahead -Increase the speed by pressing on the gas pedal -Shift to a lower gear -Reduce the speed by applying brakes Reduce the speed by applying brakes Which of the following statements about parking is FALSE? -It is illegal to park on a freeway -It is legal to park on the shoulder of the road as far away from traffic as possible in an emergency -When parking on a downhill grade, turn your wheels toward the curb -It is legal to park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant It is legal to park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant For better visibility during rain, fog and snow, you must keep your vehicle's_________ on. -high-beam headlights -emergency lights -low-beam headlights -all of the above low-beam headlights Red signs- Stop or do not do something. Green signs- Direction or guidance. Blue signs- Driver services. Yellow signs- General warning. White signs- A law or rule. Orange signs- Road repair work warning. Brown signs- Tourist and recreation guidance.