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New Hampshire DMV Permit Practice Test – Prepare to Pass

Getting ready for your New Hampshire DMV permit test? This is your complete study companion. Take free, accurate tests based on the official New Hampshire Driver’s Manual and real DMV exam format. Study step-by-step and gain confidence before your actual written exam.

Whether you’re applying for a learner’s permit, renewing your license, or upgrading to another vehicle class, this guide will help you pass the NH DMV written test on your first try.

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Set 1 - General DMV Questions

Get familiar with the core New Hampshire DMV questions, including road rules, right-of-way, parking, seat belt laws, DUI limits, and more.

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General DMV Questions

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A yellow diamond-shaped sign means:

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What is the hand signal for a left turn?

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At what age can you apply for a California learner’s permit?

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What does a red traffic light mean?

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A child under 2 years must ride:

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What does a pentagon-shaped sign mean?

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What does a solid double yellow line mean?

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When is it legal to use your phone while driving?

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When parking uphill with a curb, turn your wheels:

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What should you do at a yellow traffic light?

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You must notify DMV of an address change within:

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Before entering a roundabout, you must:

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What should you do when approaching a school bus with flashing red lights?

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What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

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When driving in fog, you should use:

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Which of these is NOT allowed while driving?

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Who has the right of way at a 4-way stop?

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A flashing yellow traffic signal means:

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What does a red curb mean?

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The speed limit in a residential area, unless otherwise posted, is:

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A white painted curb means:

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What’s the penalty for refusing a chemical test (breath/blood) in CA?

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When are you required to use headlights?

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Before changing lanes, you should:

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What’s the best way to avoid aggressive driving?

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What is the legal BAC limit for adult drivers in California?

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When can you pass a vehicle on the right?

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If you see orange signs or cones, it means:

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If a pedestrian is crossing at an unmarked crosswalk, you must:

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If two vehicles arrive at an intersection at the same time, who goes first?

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When can you make a right turn on a red light in California?

Set 2 – Fresh Question Bank

Updated practice questions modeled on the most recent NH DMV guidelines, helping you test your readiness for the 2025 written test.

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Fresh Question Bank

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A solid white line between lanes means:

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Double parking is:

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What should you do when being passed by another vehicle?

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You must dim your headlights to low beam within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?

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When approaching a crosswalk with no signals and a pedestrian is crossing:

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What is the minimum age to obtain a California driver’s license (non-commercial)?

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What is the hand signal for a right turn?

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What is the basic speed law in California?

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When entering a freeway, you should:

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When is it legal to drive off the paved roadway to pass another vehicle?

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In fog, use:

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Who must wear seatbelts in California?

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What does a yellow curb mean in California?

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California’s “Move Over” law requires drivers to:

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If another driver cuts you off, you should:

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A red arrow pointing to the right means:

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When driving at night, be sure you can stop:

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To avoid last-minute moves, you should look down the road to where your vehicle will be in:

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Bicyclists must:

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If your accelerator sticks, you should:

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What shape is a stop sign?

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When are U-turns prohibited in California?

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California law prohibits smoking in a vehicle when:

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What is the speed limit in alleys in California?

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How far ahead should you scan the road while driving?

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You must notify law enforcement of an accident if:

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If you are involved in a collision, you must report it to the DMV within:

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You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?

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You must use your turn signal for at least how many feet before turning?

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What is a common cause of rear-end collisions?

Road Signs & Markings

Review every New Hampshire road sign, symbol, and pavement marking—vital for your DMV written and road tests.

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Road Signs & Markings

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A sign with a truck on a downward slope warns of:

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A flashing red traffic light means:

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Double solid yellow lines mean:

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A white rectangular sign usually indicates:

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What does a solid white line on the road mean?

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What should you do when approaching a traffic signal with a steady yellow light?

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A triangular red and white sign means:

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What does a white diamond painted in a lane indicate?

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A yellow diamond-shaped sign typically means:

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What does a red curb indicate?

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A pedestrian crossing sign is usually what shape and color?

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An orange diamond-shaped sign means:

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What does a circular yellow sign with an 'X' and two R’s mean?

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A U-turn is prohibited when you see which sign?

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What does a red octagon-shaped sign indicate?

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What does a yellow curb indicate?

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What does a broken yellow line next to a solid yellow line mean?

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What should you do at a yield sign?

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What does a blue curb mean?

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What does a green arrow traffic signal mean?

Traffic Laws & Safety Rules

Study traffic signals, penalties, defensive driving, and NH-specific safety laws for responsible driving.

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Traffic Laws & Safety Rules ​

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What does a solid yellow line on your side of the road mean?

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What’s the fine for not wearing a seatbelt in California (first offense)?

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It is illegal to leave a child age six or younger unattended in a vehicle when:

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What should you do if you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you?

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When driving in rainy conditions, you should:

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What should you do before entering an intersection on a green light?

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What is the speed limit in a school zone unless otherwise posted?

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When two vehicles arrive at a 4-way stop at the same time:

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When should headlights be turned on?

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What is the penalty for fleeing from a police officer in a vehicle?

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What does California's basic speed law state?

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Driving under the influence (DUI) means driving when:

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What should you do if your brakes fail while driving?

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When is it legal to use a handheld phone while driving in California?

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You may make a U-turn in a residential district when:

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It is safest to drive in which part of your lane?

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If a school bus is stopped with red flashing lights, you must:

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What is the correct hand signal for slowing or stopping?

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Children under what age must be secured in a child safety seat?

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When must you yield to a pedestrian?

Fines & Point System

Understand how the NH point system works, including penalties, suspensions, and fines for violations.

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Fines & Point System​

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A driver under 21 caught with alcohol in their vehicle may face:

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What happens if you accumulate 4 points in 12 months on your driving record?

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What’s the minimum fine for not stopping for a school bus with flashing red lights?

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Under California’s Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS), what triggers DMV action?

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How many points will you receive for a hit-and-run with injury in California?

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Failing to appear in court for a traffic ticket may lead to:

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If you refuse a chemical test for DUI, the penalty is:

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Driving without insurance can result in:

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Driving with an expired license may result in:

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If you flee from police, what’s the consequence?

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What is the cost of a first-time handheld cellphone ticket?

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Speeding over 100 mph results in:

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How many points in 36 months may result in license suspension?

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How many points are typically added for reckless driving?

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Failure to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk may result in:

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What is the consequence of driving with a suspended license?

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Not wearing a seatbelt as a passenger results in:

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How long will your license be suspended after a first DUI offense?

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What happens after your license is suspended due to points?

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How many points for texting while driving?

Full California DMV Mock Test (46 Questions)

Challenge yourself with the complete NH DMV mock test, built from a mix of real question types and difficulty levels.

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Full California DMV Mock Test (46 Questions)​

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Driving without insurance may result in:

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What is the penalty for fleeing a police officer?

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You must stop for a pedestrian:

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What is the hand signal for stopping or slowing down?

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Using a phone while driving is legal when:

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When are U-turns prohibited in California?

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If your brakes fail while driving, you should:

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When backing out of a parking space, you should:

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You should dim your headlights within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?

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How far ahead should you scan the road while driving?

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What is the fine for not wearing a seatbelt as an adult?

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If involved in a minor accident with no injuries, you should:

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Failing to appear in court for a traffic ticket may lead to:

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When approaching a stopped school bus with flashing red lights:

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When is it legal to use high-beam headlights?

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When can you make a right turn on red in California?

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What does a yellow curb indicate?

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When parking downhill with a curb, turn your wheels:

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What is the minimum fine for illegally passing a school bus?

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You must notify the DMV of an address change within:

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What should you do when being passed by another vehicle?

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What should you do before entering an intersection on green?

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What does a red traffic light mean?

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What does a solid white line on the road mean?

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At what age can you apply for a California learner’s permit?

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Children under what age must be in a child safety seat?

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A sign with a truck on a downward slope means:

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When driving in heavy rain, use:

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What does a green arrow traffic signal mean?

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What does a red arrow mean?

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It’s safest to drive in what part of your lane?

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What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?

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You may pass on the right only when:

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How many points for reckless driving?

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What is the legal BAC limit for adult drivers in California?

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What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign usually indicate?

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What does a white diamond in a lane mean?

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What should you do at a yellow traffic light?

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What shape is a stop sign?

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What does a solid double yellow line mean?

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A flashing red light at an intersection means:

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What does a blue curb mean in California?

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How many seconds of space should you leave behind a motorcycle?

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When must you yield to a pedestrian?

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What’s the correct hand signal for a left turn?

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Free New Hampshire DMV Practice Tests

Get ready for your New Hampshire DMV test with free online quizzes. Study the NH DMV permit test questions, DMV written test NH, NH road test practice, and NH driver’s license test questions. Learn using our NH DMV study guide and New Hampshire driver’s manual, covering road signs, knowledge test questions, traffic laws, and fines and point system.