Practice test 2 of 10 — New Hampshire knowledge test

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1. Question 1: A. Anyone under the age of 18

   The manual says "safety restraints are required for anyone under the age of 18".

   Handbook: Section 4: Before Driving — Using Safety Belts

2. Question 2: C. Give a rule you must obey

   Upright white rectangles are regulatory signs, such as speed limits. They give a rule you must obey.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

3. Question 3: B. Before you start to drive

   Adjust your seat and mirrors before you start to drive, so you can see well and are not distracted on the road.

   Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Vehicle equipment

4. Question 4: B. 30 feet

   It is illegal to park within "30 feet of a stop sign, yield sign or traffic control signal".

   Handbook: Section 7: General Driving and Parking — Parking

5. Question 5: C. The lane just right of the center line

   When turning left onto a two-way street, finish in the lane just to the right of the center line.

   Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Turns

6. Question 6: D. Fire crews need to reach it quickly

   Fire crews need fast access to a hydrant, so do not park next to one; check your state for the exact distance.

   Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Where not to park

7. Question 7: C. Near schools, parks, and playgrounds

   Children near schools, parks and playgrounds may run into the road without looking.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Pedestrians

8. Question 8: B. The road may be slick when it is wet

   This slippery when wet sign means the road gets slick in rain. Slow down and avoid sudden braking or steering.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

9. Question 9: D. Drive slower than the posted speed

   The posted speed is the most you may drive in good conditions. In heavy rain you must drive slower than that to stay safe.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

10. Question 10: B. It is a slow-moving vehicle

    An orange triangle with a red border marks a slow-moving vehicle, such as a tractor.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Slow-moving vehicles

11. Question 11: D. Look both ways and stop if a train is near

    Treat a crossbuck like a yield sign. Slow down, look and listen, and stop if a train is near.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

12. Question 12: D. They are stricter, with a very low limit

    Every state has a zero-tolerance law, so the limit for drivers under 21 is stricter: very low or zero.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Legal limits

13. Question 13: D. You may not park here

    This is a no parking sign. You may not leave your car parked in the area it covers.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

14. Question 14: A. Watch for cars joining and adjust your speed

    At a merge, both drivers share the job. Watch for cars joining and adjust your speed or lane to help them merge.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

15. Question 15: C. Which way traffic in that lane may go

    Lane arrows show which way traffic in that lane may go, such as straight or left only.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Pavement markings

16. Question 16: D. Directions, exits and distances

    Green guide signs show directions, exits and how far it is to places ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

17. Question 17: D. At about 9 and 3 o'clock

    Holding the wheel at about 9 and 3 o'clock gives good control and keeps your arms clear of the airbag.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Vehicle control

18. Question 18: B. Slower drivers should use the right lane

    If you are driving slower than other traffic, keep to the right lane so faster cars can pass on the left.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

19. Question 19: A. To speed up to match highway traffic

    Use the acceleration lane to get up to the speed of highway traffic so you can merge smoothly.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Highway driving

20. Question 20: C. Look for other traffic, then go

    A wave is not a promise that the way is clear. Look for other traffic and people before you go.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Stop signs and intersections

21. Question 21: D. The same way as traffic on that side

    Park on the right side facing the same way as traffic, so you can pull out safely.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Where not to park

22. Question 22: B. At least 25 feet

    Drivers "must stop at least 25-feet in any direction" for a school bus with flashing red lights.

    Handbook: Section 7: General Driving and Parking — Rules for School Buses

23. Question 23: B. At least 5 feet

    Add one "foot of clearance required for every 10 miles per hour" over 30, so 5 feet at 50 mph.

    Handbook: Section 11: Sharing the Road — Bicyclists

24. Question 24: B. Your license can be suspended

    Under implied consent laws, refusing a lawful test usually leads to a license suspension.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Testing and implied consent

25. Question 25: D. At least 3 feet

    The space is presumed reasonable "if it is at least 3 feet" at 30 mph or less.

    Handbook: Section 11: Sharing the Road — Bicyclists

26. Question 26: D. No, impaired driving is illegal everywhere

    Even where marijuana is legal, driving while impaired by it is illegal everywhere.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Drugs and medicine

27. Question 27: B. Insurance costs go up

    Insurance costs usually go up a lot after a conviction for driving under the influence.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Penalties

28. Question 28: B. You have left the work zone

    The end road work sign tells you that you have left the work zone and normal rules apply again.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Work zone signs

29. Question 29: C. 15 to 20 minutes

    Before getting too tired, pull off at an exit or rest area "to take a 15 to 20 minute nap".

    Handbook: Section 3: Dangerous Driving — Fatigue

30. Question 30: A. 10 mph below the usual posted limit

    The school zone limit "is 10 miles per hour (mph) below the usual posted speed limit".

    Handbook: Section 5: Basic Driving — Speed Management

31. Question 31: A. Gravel gives less grip for stopping and turning

    Loose gravel gives your tires less grip, so stopping and steering take more care and lower speed.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Speed and road conditions

32. Question 32: D. Within the block where it stopped

    Drivers "must not drive or park a vehicle within the block" where a fire truck stopped for an alarm.

    Handbook: Section 11: Sharing the Road — Emergency Vehicles

33. Question 33: D. Cover the brake so you can stop fast

    Taking your foot off the gas and covering the brake cuts the time it takes to stop if a child runs out.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Defensive driving

34. Question 34: B. Yield and do not cut into the line

    In general, yield to a funeral procession and do not cut into it, even if your light is green.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Special situations

35. Question 35: A. No driver should insist on taking it

    The law says who must yield, but no driver should insist on the right-of-way if it could cause a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Right-of-way basics

36. Question 36: D. On the left

    You should normally pass on the left. Passing on the right is allowed only in certain cases.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Passing

37. Question 37: C. Only when the road is too narrow for a U-turn

    Use it only "when the road or street is too narrow to make a U-turn", on a two-lane road.

    Handbook: Section 7: General Driving and Parking — Reversing Direction

38. Question 38: A. No, never

    Never park on a crosswalk. It blocks people who need to cross.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Where not to park

39. Question 39: C. It is as illegal as driving drunk

    Driving under the influence of drugs is treated as seriously as driving under the influence of alcohol.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Drugs and medicine

40. Question 40: B. 20 to 40 days

    The manual lists "A minimum of 20 days, but not more than 40 days" for a first offense; 45 to 90 days is for a second.

    Handbook: Section 2: Driver's License and Non-Driver ID Information — Youth Operator "Under 20" Law