New Hampshire DMV Test & Practice Questions – 2026
#1. When turning left into a driveway, you must:
Drivers turning left must yield to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians and bicyclists.
#2. When following a truck and there is a single-lane construction zone ahead, you should:
It is essential not to enter a roadway in front of a large vehicle or change lanes in front of a large vehicle. Large vehicles cannot stop as quickly as cars. Do not cut off a large vehicle in traffic or on the highway to reach an exit or turn or to beat a truck into a single-lane construction zone.
#3. In New Hampshire, the law requires you to use your headlights:
New Hampshire law requires drivers to turn on their headlights during the period from half hour after sunset, to half hour before sunrise. For the safety reasons, drivers should use headlights to help other roadway users to see the vehicle when it is raining, snowing or foggy. Headlights must be on whenever rain, snow, or fog shall interfere with the proper view of the road so that persons and vehicles on the way are not clearly discernible at a distance of 1,000 feet ahead.
#4. Which of the following is a likely effect of drinking alcohol?
Alcohol and other impairing drugs reduce a driver’s vision, reaction time, and ability to make clear and quick judgments while driving.
#5. A good piece of advice to avoid unnecessary braking when driving is to:
Something for drivers to remember: turn your head before you turn the wheel. Drivers need to be aware of what is happening around their vehicle. Drivers must look ahead, to the sides and behind the vehicle, and should develop a searching pattern that can be used every time.
Drivers should keep their eyes moving and searching for possible problems. Looking ahead down the road, looking past the vehicles in front of the driver, and continually checking mirrors will help make drivers aware of potential dangers.
#6. Which of the following vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
There are some vehicles that are required to stop at all railroad crossings, such as transit buses, school buses, or vehicles carrying hazardous materials. If you follow these vehicles, you should increase you following distance. At crossings, you should slow down and be prepared to stop!
#7. When entering a multi-lane highway, you must:
Use the acceleration lane to reach the speed of other vehicles before pulling onto the highway. Identify a gap in traffic and merge with the traffic flow. Yield to vehicles on the highway.
#8. A warning sign with these symbols has the following shape:
The circle shape is used along the road before you get to a railroad crossing. It is the only circle-shaped sign in United States.
The shapes and colors of highway signs have special meanings. This helps you pick out signs quickly.
#9. If you are involved in a collision, you must give your driver's license number to:
If you are involved in a collision, you must exchange information with other drivers involved in the crash. This includes name, address, driver’s license number, vehicle information, and insurance company and policy number if available.
#10. When you see a motorcycle's turn signal flashing:
Turn signals don’t automatically cancel out on most motorcycles. At times, the rider may forget to turn the signal off. Before you make a turn in front of a motorcyclist, be sure the rider is turning and not continuing straight ahead into your path with a forgotten turn signal still blinking.
#11. What does this sign mean?
No Left Turn.
You must not make a left turn at this intersection.
#12. When you accidentally run off the pavement, you can lose control of the vehicle if you:
Uneven surface drop-offs can cause serious crashes if a driver reacts improperly. Drivers should avoid panic steering back onto the pavement. If the vehicle leaves the paved road surface, drivers should slow down gradually and turn back onto the pavement at low speed and when it is safe to do so.
#13. What does this sign mean?
School crossing.
#14. If your vehicle is equipped with airbags, you should:
There should be 10 inches between your chest and the steering wheel. Do not move the seat so far forward that you cannot easily steer and do not recline the seat.
Remember, airbags do not replace safety belts.
#15. Anti-lock brakes are most effective when you:
Vehicles equipped with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) will allow a driver to stop the vehicle without skidding and keep steering control. Be sure to read the vehicle owner’s manual on how to use the ABS. Drivers should press on the brake pedal and keep applying pressure. ABS will work only if the driver keeps the pressure on the brake pedal. A driver may feel the pedal vibrate and hear a clicking noise, which is normal.
#16. When stopped by a police vehicle:
If an approaching police vehicle with lights and/or sirens engaged pulls in behind a vehicle pulling off to the side of the road, a driver must:
- Come to a complete stop and place the vehicle in park.
- Remain in the vehicle unless requested to get out.
- Turn off the engine and turn on the hazard flashers and if at night, the interior lights to help the officer see that everything is in order inside the vehicle.
- Remain calm and keep the safety belt fastened. Ask any passenger(s) to do so as well. Place hands on the steering wheel and limit movements.
- When requested, locate and provide their driver license, and vehicle registration. If the officer asks the driver for these documents, tell the officer where they are located and reach for them slowly with one hand on the wheel. Answer the officer’s questions fully and clearly.
#17. When can you cross the yellow center lines to pass another vehicle?
Yellow lines mean the lanes of traffic are moving in opposite directions. You may pass over any broken (dotted) lines when it is safe to do so. You must not pass if the line on your side is solid.
#18. Which of the following will increase the risk of getting tired on a long trip?
There are things you can do to help from getting tired on a long trip. Try to get a normal night’s sleep before you leave. Do not leave on a trip if you are already tired. Plan your trips so you can leave when you are rested.
#19. A traffic light with a green arrow indicates that:
The green arrow allows you to make a protected turn. This means oncoming vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians are stopped by a red light as long as the green arrow is lighted.
#20. Double parking is allowed:
Parking is not allowed alongside another parked vehicle (double parking).
| This New Hampshire DMV Practice Test | |
|---|---|
| Questions per test: | 20 |
| Question pool: | 500+ |
| Type of test: | Random multiple-choice |
| The Official New Hampshire Written DMV Test | |
|---|---|
| Questions on real exam: | 40 questions |
| Passing score: | 80% |
| Correct answers to pass: | 32 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | 40 minutes |
| Wait time before retest: | 10 days |
What is the Online NH Practice Test?
This DMV practice test for New Hampshire has 20 random questions to help you prepare for the written knowledge test. It is designed specifically for New Hampshire and is available without hidden costs or gimmicks. You have access to a pool of more than 500 DMV test questions with complete answers.
You can take the test as many times as you need or want. Each test will differ since we draw random questions from a larger pool.
After each question, you will get instant feedback. The feedback tells you if your answer is correct or not. Should you miss a question, you will also see a brief explanation to help you understand the right answer. When you don’t understand the answers, you should have the driver’s manual handy and look up more information.
You will find answers to all questions in the New Hampshire Driver’s Manual.
On the official examination, you can miss ten questions – when you use the practice tests at Driver’s Prep, you should aim for a 100% score. Understanding all questions and answers before taking on the real thing is a good idea.
The New Hampshire practice test has no time limit, whereas you must complete the official test within 40 minutes.
You should also know that practice tests differ from your actual DMV test. Every test has random questions. You never know which questions you will get.
How Should I Study for the NH DMV Test?
Before you start practicing you should get the latest version of the New Hampshire Driver’s Manual . Visit a local DMV office or download it online.
Everything you must learn for your examination is in this manual. Even if you find it boring to read the manual, you should know that it is easier to pass the test with a good understanding of the manual’s contents.
The practice tests on this website work best as a supplement to the manual rather than as a replacement. Using the manual and practice test in combination during each study session will give you a good chance of passing the test the first time.
Read more about our study tips: Best Way to Study
How Many Questions are on the NH DMV Test?
There are 40 exam questions on the New Hampshire knowledge test. The passing score is 80 percent, meaning you must correctly answer at least 32 of the 40 questions. If you miss eight questions, the system will terminate your test.
You must complete the DMV test within 40 minutes.
Who Must Take the Written Knowledge Test?
First-time applicants
Drivers with an expired license (one year)
Drivers with a foreign license (other than Canada and France)
When the license was revoked
When the license was suspended for three years or more
You must take the written, vision, and road tests for your first driver’s license.
If you want to upgrade your license to a different class, you must take the written test for that class of vehicle and a road test.
DMV will typically waive the written test when moving to New Hampshire and transferring a valid out-of-state driver’s license. Please note that DMV will not waive the knowledge if you hold a license from Puerto Rico.
DMV will not waive the knowledge test if your out-of-state license expired over a year ago.
When transferring an out-of-country license from a country other than Canada or France, you must take a written knowledge and road skills test.
A revocation of your license means that DMV will terminate your driving privilege. After the revocation period, you must submit to an investigation and apply for a new driver’s license.
If DMV suspends your license for three years or more, you must pass all tests.
Where Can I Take the Written Knowledge Test?
All license examinations are conducted at DMV service centers by their personnel.
New Hampshire does not offer third-party testing or online testing.
Is the Test Available in Spanish?
The test is available in several languages, including:
| Arabic |
| Chinese/Mandarin |
| English |
| Farsi |
| French |
| Portuguese |
| Spanish |
| American Sign Language (ASL) |
What to Expect at the Test Station
You take the test on a touchscreen monitor. You don’t need any special knowledge of computers. Each question has four possible answers, only one of which is correct. Identify your choice by touching the corresponding letter on the screen.
New Hampshire written tests have a time limit based on the number of questions. You generally have one minute per question (40 minutes for 40 questions). The allotted time is usually more than enough. Most test-takers finish in 15-20 minutes.
The test will automatically end if you exceed the time limit or have too many incorrect answers.
Should you fail your test, you must wait at least ten days before you can try again.
The test station has an optional audio feature accessible with headphones. Let the licensing representative know if you have trouble reading and want to use headphones.
I am 40 years old and just took the dmv written test in NH and passed after my license has been suspended for last 18 years I was wondering if I am allowed to drive with a licensed driver until I take my road test next week to get used to driving again to practice driving skills
Basically, yes. The suspension period should have ended a long time ago. Unlike other states, New Hampshire does not issue permits that allows you to practice driving. New drivers are allowed to drive when accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or a licensed driver who is at least 25 years without any special permit. This, however, does not apply if your driving privileges have been suspended or revoked. With a current suspended or revoked license, you can have the license put in inactive status and practice driving only with a certified driving instructor. If your license was suspended 18 years ago, and not revoked, I suggest that you check DMV to make sure what applies in your case.