New Hampshire Permit Practice Test

A round yellow sign with a black "RR" symbol is:

Explanation. The round yellow railroad advance warning sign tells you a railroad crossing is ahead. The actual crossing is marked by the white X-shaped crossbuck.

When passing through a work zone, you should:

Explanation. Work-zone speed limits are regulatory and enforceable. Many states double fines for speeding in work zones, even when workers are not visible.

A "Stop Ahead" sign is shaped like a:

Explanation. "Stop Ahead" is a warning sign — yellow diamond — used where a stop sign may be hidden by curves, hills, or vegetation.

The safest way to enter a freeway is to:

Explanation. Use the entrance ramp to accelerate to freeway speed, signal, then merge smoothly into a gap.

A black-and-white horizontal arrow sign tells you:

Explanation. Black-on-white horizontal arrows mark one-way streets — traffic moves only in the direction the arrow points.

When parking uphill on a road with a curb, your front wheels should be:

Explanation. Uphill with a curb: turn wheels AWAY from the curb (left). If brakes fail, the car rolls back and the rear tire stops it on the curb.

When sharing the road with motorcycles, you should:

Explanation. Motorcycles can stop more quickly than cars. Increase your following distance to at least four seconds when behind one.

If your brakes fail while driving, you should first:

Explanation. Pump first to try to build pressure; if that fails, downshift and apply the parking brake gradually. Never lock up the parking brake at speed.

When applying for your New Hampshire permit, you must bring:

Explanation. New Hampshire requires proof of identity (birth certificate or passport), Social Security number, and two proofs of New Hampshire residency. Bring originals, not copies.

After receiving your New Hampshire learner's permit, you must hold it for at least:

Explanation. New Hampshire requires you to hold your learner's permit for at least no minimum before becoming eligible for the road test.

What is the proper hand position on the steering wheel?

Explanation. Modern guidance is 9 and 3 (or 8 and 4) — these positions reduce arm injury from airbag deployment compared with the older 10-and-2.

"Move Over" laws require you to:

Explanation. Move Over laws apply when you pass any stopped emergency vehicle, tow truck, or roadside-assistance vehicle with flashing lights.

When you are about to be passed by another vehicle, you should:

Explanation. Maintain a steady speed and stay in your lane while being passed. Speeding up makes the pass dangerous and prolongs it.

You are driving at the posted speed limit on an Interstate. Heavy fog rolls in. You should:

Explanation. The basic speed law requires you to drive at a speed reasonable for conditions. Visibility is the key factor — slow down significantly in fog.

A red painted curb means:

Explanation. Red curbs prohibit stopping, standing, and parking — used at fire hydrants, fire lanes, and bus stops.

When passing a bicyclist, you should leave at least:

Explanation. Most states require at least 3 feet of clearance when passing a bicyclist; a few (such as PA) require 4 feet.

An orange diamond-shaped sign means:

Explanation. Orange is reserved for temporary traffic-control situations: construction, maintenance, and emergency operations.

You see a yellow diamond with a curved arrow. You should:

Explanation. Curved-arrow warning signs tell you to slow down because the road is about to curve in the direction shown.

When driving in heavy rain, you should reduce your speed by approximately:

Explanation. A reduction of about one-third is recommended in rain. In heavy snow or ice, reduce by half or more.

Driving slower than other traffic on a freeway is:

Explanation. Driving too slowly on a freeway can be a hazard. Most states have minimum speeds (typically 40 mph) and require slow drivers to use the right lane.