NH DMV Permit Test: 2026 Guide

1. Of the required supervised driving time for driver education students, how many hours must be completed at night?

1. a) 5 hours.
2. b) 10 hours.
3. c) 15 hours.
4. d) 20 hours.

2. If you are using an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and the brake pedal starts to vibrate while making a clicking noise, what should you do?

1. a) Release the brake pedal immediately to stop the vibration.
2. b) Keep applying steady pressure to the brake pedal.
3. c) Pump the brake pedal until the clicking noise stops.
4. d) Shift the vehicle into neutral to regain control.

3. When you are attempting to correct a skid, what should you be prepared to do if the vehicle begins swerving in the opposite direction?

1. a) Steer in the opposite direction.
2. b) Turn the steering wheel toward the side of the road.
3. c) Accelerate quickly to straighten the wheels.
4. d) Brake hard to settle the vehicle.

4. What should a driver avoid doing when turning near a bicyclist?

1. a) Signaling the turn in advance.
2. b) Slowing down before the turn.
3. c) Checking blind spots.
4. d) Turning sharply in front of the bicyclist.

5. What should pedestrians do to increase visibility when walking at night?

1. a) Walk in the middle of the lane.
2. b) Run instead of walk.
3. c) Wear white or light colored clothing or carry a light.
4. d) Wear dark clothing to blend in.

6. What must you do at a school crossing with a crossing guard?

1. a) Honk to let the guard know you are approaching.
2. b) Stop and yield if signaled to do so.
3. c) Slow down and proceed with caution.
4. d) Drive around the guard.

7. How should you provide your license and registration when requested by a police officer during a traffic stop?

1. a) Wait for the officer to reach into the vehicle to take them from you.
2. b) Reach for them quickly to show cooperation.
3. c) Exit the vehicle to retrieve them from your pocket or trunk.
4. d) Tell the officer where they are located and reach for them slowly.

8. At what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is a driver under 21 years old considered legally intoxicated?

1. a) 0.08% or higher
2. b) 0.05% or higher
3. c) 0.04% or higher
4. d) 0.02% or higher

9. When is the only time a driver under 18 may use a mobile device while driving?

1. a) To call a parent.
2. b) To report an emergency to 911.
3. c) To check GPS directions.
4. d) To change music.

10. What defines aggressive driving?

1. a) Driving while tired.
2. b) Making a mistake while turning.
3. c) Intentionally committing an action that endangers others or property.
4. d) Driving slightly above the speed limit.