New Mexico Permit Test (MVD Written Test) — All Questions
4 questions
On rural interstate highways in New Mexico, the posted maximum speed can be as high as:
- a.65 mph
- b.75 mph✓
- c.80 mph
- d.85 mph
New Mexico posts up to 75 mph on rural interstates. Always obey the posted signs, which may be lower. (New Mexico Driver Manual, speed limits)
In rain, dust, or icy conditions you should:
- a.Keep the same speed and spacing
- b.Speed up to spend less time driving
- c.Follow more closely to see better
- d.Reduce speed and increase following distance✓
Posted limits assume ideal conditions. In poor weather, slow down and leave more space so you can stop safely. (New Mexico Driver Manual, adjusting to conditions)
The basic speed rule in New Mexico means you must:
- a.Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, even if below the posted limit✓
- b.Always drive exactly at the posted limit
- c.Match the speed of the fastest car
- d.Drive slowly in the left lane
The basic speed rule requires a speed that is reasonable and safe for traffic, weather, and road conditions, which may be well under the posted maximum. (New Mexico Driver Manual, speed regulation)
When you approach a marked school zone during posted hours, you should:
- a.Maintain highway speed
- b.Speed up to clear it quickly
- c.Slow to the posted reduced school-zone speed and watch for children✓
- d.Stop only if a crossing guard signals
Reduce your speed to the posted school-zone limit during school hours and be ready to stop for children and crossing guards. (New Mexico Driver Manual, school zones)