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New Hampshire: Right-of-way and turning

Who yields at intersections, turning and U-turns, reversing direction, multi-lane roundabouts and passing. Split into 3 shorter tests so you're not stuck in one long quiz.

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Right-of-way and turning — Part 1

Questions in this part include: “What does the manual say about assuming the right-of-way?”

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Right-of-way and turning — Part 2

Questions in this part include: “Before turning, which lane position should a driver take?”

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Right-of-way and turning — Part 3

Questions in this part include: “On what type of roadway should a three-point turn only be used?”

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  1. Under New Hampshire law, when no traffic control device or police officer directs otherwise, which driver yields at an intersection?

    Overhead view of a residential crossroads with no signs or signals: the blue car approaches from below, a red car comes along the cross street from the left and a white car from the right.
    • The driver approaching or entering on the right yields to the vehicle on the left
    • The driver in the larger vehicle yields to the smaller vehicle
    • The faster driver yields to the slower driver
    • The driver approaching or entering on the left yields to the vehicle on the right
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    Correct answer: The driver approaching or entering on the left yields to the vehicle on the right

    RSA 265:28 says the driver approaching or entering an intersection on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right, unless a traffic control device or police officer directs otherwise.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 14 · Open this page in the manual

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  2. A driver intends to turn left within an intersection or into a driveway. Which vehicles must the driver yield to?

    A red car with amber lamps blinking on its left side stands at a white bar before a crossroads, with a green light on a pole at the far corner.
    • Oncoming vehicles in the intersection or so close as to be an immediate hazard
    • Only vehicles that are stopped and waiting to enter the intersection from a side road
    • Vehicles from behind that are travelling in the same direction in the same lane
    • None, because a driver turning left always has the right-of-way
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    Correct answer: Oncoming vehicles in the intersection or so close as to be an immediate hazard

    RSA 265:29 requires a driver turning left to yield to any vehicle approaching from the opposite direction that is within the intersection or so close as to constitute an immediate hazard.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 14 · Open this page in the manual

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  3. What does the manual say about assuming the right-of-way?

    • A driver on a through road may always assume the right-of-way
    • The driver of the larger vehicle may assume the right-of-way
    • No one should assume they automatically have the right-of-way
    • A driver who is going faster may assume the right-of-way
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    Correct answer: No one should assume they automatically have the right-of-way

    Right-of-way rules are only a guide: no one should assume they automatically have the right-of-way, and the situation at the intersection must always be considered.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 14 · Open this page in the manual

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  4. Two drivers arrive at the same time at a four-way intersection controlled by stop signs. Which driver should be given the right-of-way?

    Top view of a four-way intersection with a STOP sign on each corner: a blue car is stopped at its line at the bottom, a red car at its line on the left and a white car at its line on the right.
    • The driver on the left
    • The driver on the right
    • The driver in the bigger vehicle
    • The driver who is going faster
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    Correct answer: The driver on the right

    Drivers should yield the right-of-way to the driver on the right at a four-way intersection controlled by stop signs if both drivers arrive at the same time.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 14 · Open this page in the manual

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  5. According to the manual, drivers should yield the right-of-way to which of these?

    • A driver entering a public highway from a private road
    • A driver merging from an acceleration ramp onto an interstate highway
    • The driver of the largest vehicle at the intersection
    • The driver who is at or arrives at the intersection first
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    Correct answer: The driver who is at or arrives at the intersection first

    The manual lists the driver who is at or arrives at the intersection first among those who should be given the right-of-way. Drivers entering from private roads and drivers on acceleration ramps yield instead.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 14 · Open this page in the manual

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  6. A driver is entering a public highway from a driveway or a private road. Who should the driver yield the right-of-way to?

    A blue car at the end of a driveway facing a main road with traffic both ways and a pedestrian on the sidewalk
    • Drivers on the public highway
    • Only pedestrians in the roadway
    • Drivers who are also entering the highway behind the driver
    • No one, if no sign is posted
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    Correct answer: Drivers on the public highway

    Drivers should yield the right-of-way to drivers on a public highway when entering the highway from a driveway or a private road.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 14 · Open this page in the manual

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  7. Pedestrians, bicyclists and other drivers are still in an intersection when a driver arrives at it. What should the arriving driver do?

    A red car crossing the middle of an intersection with no signs or signals, as a blue car followed by a grey car approaches and a white car comes from the other side
    • Proceed if the driver has a green light
    • Yield the right-of-way to them
    • Proceed if the driver arrived at the intersection first
    • Sound the horn and go ahead
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    Correct answer: Yield the right-of-way to them

    Drivers should yield the right-of-way to pedestrians, bicyclists and other drivers who are still in the intersection.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 14 · Open this page in the manual

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  8. What should drivers do about vehicles with their headlights on that are following a hearse in a funeral procession?

    A black hearse and three cars with headlights on drive in a line across a four-way intersection with crosswalks on all four sides.
    • Pass between them one vehicle at a time
    • Merge into the line and follow the hearse
    • Sound the horn to ask them to pull over
    • Allow them to pass as a group
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    Correct answer: Allow them to pass as a group

    Drivers should allow vehicles that have their headlights on while following a hearse to pass as a group.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 14 · Open this page in the manual

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  9. When should a driver pass another vehicle?

    • Whenever the vehicle ahead is travelling slower than the driver wants to go
    • Whenever the driver has a clear view of the road ahead of the other vehicle
    • Only when signs or road markings permit it and road conditions are favorable
    • Whenever the driver is following another vehicle too closely to see ahead
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    Correct answer: Only when signs or road markings permit it and road conditions are favorable

    Drivers should only pass when signage or road markings permit it and only when road conditions are favorable.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 17 · Open this page in the manual

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  10. Where should a driver not attempt to pass?

    • In the left-most lane of a multi-lane road
    • At intersections
    • On a straight road with favorable conditions
    • Where signs or road markings permit passing
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    Correct answer: At intersections

    Drivers should not attempt to pass when an oncoming vehicle is approaching, when the view is blocked by a curve or a hill, at intersections, or before a highway-railroad crossing or bridge.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 17 · Open this page in the manual

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  11. In which situation should a driver not attempt to pass?

    • On a straight, dry road with no oncoming vehicle in sight
    • When signs and road markings permit passing on a clear road
    • In the left-most lane of a multi-lane road with no traffic ahead
    • When the view is blocked by a curve or a hill
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    Correct answer: When the view is blocked by a curve or a hill

    Drivers should not attempt to pass when the view is blocked by a curve or a hill.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 17 · Open this page in the manual

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  12. Which place should a driver not pass before?

    • A highway-railroad crossing or a bridge
    • A long, straight, clear stretch of road
    • A lane marked for passing
    • A multi-lane road with a left-most lane
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    Correct answer: A highway-railroad crossing or a bridge

    Drivers should not attempt to pass before a highway-railroad crossing or bridge.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 17 · Open this page in the manual

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  13. On multi-lane roads, what is the left-most lane intended to be used for?

    A straight three-lane interstate with all traffic heading the same way: a red car in the left lane, a white SUV in the middle lane and a gray car in the right lane.
    • Driving at the minimum speed
    • Slow-moving vehicles
    • Passing slower vehicles
    • Entering and exiting traffic
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    Correct answer: Passing slower vehicles

    On multi-lane roads, the left-most lane is intended to be used for passing slower vehicles.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 17 · Open this page in the manual

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  14. May a driver pass on the shoulder if the shoulder is paved?

    A blue car behind a slower red car on a two-lane road, with a dashed arrow curving onto the paved shoulder.
    • Yes, if the shoulder is paved
    • No, never pass on the shoulder, paved or not
    • Yes, if no vehicle is following
    • Yes, but only when the vehicle ahead is turning left
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    Correct answer: No, never pass on the shoulder, paved or not

    Drivers should never pass on the shoulder, whether it is paved or not.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 17 · Open this page in the manual

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  15. Before passing, what should drivers estimate?

    A blue car behind a tractor-trailer in the right lane of a divided highway, its left signal on, with a dashed yellow arrow curving into the empty left lane
    • The speed of every vehicle on the road
    • The distance to the next exit
    • The weight of the vehicle ahead
    • The time and space necessary to pass
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    Correct answer: The time and space necessary to pass

    Prior to passing, drivers should estimate the time and space necessary to pass and do so without interfering with any other vehicle.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 17 · Open this page in the manual

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  16. How long should a driver continue to pass before returning to the lane?

    A blue car in the left lane beside the rear of a long tractor-trailer on a two-lane divided highway
    • Until the complete front of the passed vehicle is visible in the rearview mirror
    • Until the headlights of the passed vehicle are visible in the left side mirror
    • Until the driver has travelled at least one full second ahead of the passed vehicle
    • Until the passed vehicle begins to slow down or moves to the shoulder
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    Correct answer: Until the complete front of the passed vehicle is visible in the rearview mirror

    A passing driver should continue to pass until the complete front of the passed vehicle is visible in the rearview mirror, then signal and return to the lane.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 17 · Open this page in the manual

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  17. What should a driver do with speed when another driver is passing?

    A tractor-trailer in the left lane of a divided highway overtaking a blue car in the right lane, its cab level with the car
    • Speed up briefly to keep the other driver from passing
    • Slow down to a stop in the travel lane
    • Maintain a constant speed to allow the driver to pass
    • Move onto the shoulder and brake to let it pass
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    Correct answer: Maintain a constant speed to allow the driver to pass

    When being passed, drivers should stay in their lane and maintain a constant speed to allow the driver to pass, and never increase speed to prevent someone from passing.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 17 · Open this page in the manual

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  18. At a narrow or single lane bridge, who generally has the right-of-way?

    A two-lane country road narrowing to a one-lane bridge over a creek, with a blue car approaching from one end and a white car from the other.
    • The driver of the larger vehicle
    • The driver travelling uphill
    • The first driver to the bridge
    • The driver with the headlights on
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    Correct answer: The first driver to the bridge

    Drivers should take turns crossing a narrow or single lane bridge; generally the first driver to the bridge has the right-of-way.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 18 · Open this page in the manual

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  19. What should a driver do when approaching an uncontrolled rural intersection that has no yield or stop signs?

    Top view of a rural crossroads between tall corn fields with no signs or signals; a pickup approaches from the left as your blue car approaches from below.
    • Slow down and be ready to stop for crossing or oncoming traffic
    • Maintain speed, since no sign requires a stop at the intersection
    • Speed up to clear the intersection before other traffic arrives
    • Honk the horn and proceed without slowing down or stopping
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    Correct answer: Slow down and be ready to stop for crossing or oncoming traffic

    When approaching an uncontrolled rural intersection, drivers should slow down and be prepared to stop for crossing or oncoming traffic.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 18 · Open this page in the manual

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  20. Before turning, which lane position should a driver take?

    • The center lane of the road in every case
    • The lane closest to the direction they want to go
    • The lane with the least traffic
    • Whichever lane lets them turn fastest
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    Correct answer: The lane closest to the direction they want to go

    Drivers should enter and maintain proper position in the lane that is closest to the direction they want to go.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 25 · Open this page in the manual

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  21. While making a turn, where should drivers look?

    Overhead view of a city street corner with crosswalks on all sides; the blue car approaches the corner with its right signal blinking and no one else is around.
    • Through the turn to the farthest point on the intended path
    • At the front bumper of the vehicle directly in front of them
    • At the curb right beside the vehicle door
    • At the turn signal indicator on the dashboard
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    Correct answer: Through the turn to the farthest point on the intended path

    Drivers should look through the turn to the farthest point possible along the intended path.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 25 · Open this page in the manual

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  22. After completing a turn, what should a driver make sure of while accelerating smoothly and checking traffic to the rear?

    • That the hazard lights are on
    • That the headlights are on high beam
    • That the turn signal is cancelled
    • That the parking brake is set
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    Correct answer: That the turn signal is cancelled

    After the turn the driver should accelerate smoothly, make sure the turn signal is cancelled and check traffic to the rear.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 25 · Open this page in the manual

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  23. From which part of the lane should drivers always turn right?

    • The center of the lane
    • The right-most portion of the lane
    • Whichever part has the least traffic
    • Any part of the lane that is open
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    Correct answer: The right-most portion of the lane

    Drivers should always turn right from the right-most portion of the lane.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 25 · Open this page in the manual

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  24. What should drivers avoid doing before making a right turn?

    • Signaling their intention
    • Checking traffic to the rear
    • Staying in the right-most portion of the lane
    • Swinging wide to the left
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    Correct answer: Swinging wide to the left

    Drivers should avoid swinging wide to the left before making a right turn.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 25 · Open this page in the manual

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  25. When making a left turn, what must a driver yield to?

    A red car with amber lamps blinking on its left side stands at a white bar before a crossroads, with a green light on a pole at the far corner.
    • Traffic behind the vehicle
    • Vehicles parked at the curb
    • Oncoming traffic
    • Only vehicles turning right
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    Correct answer: Oncoming traffic

    When making a left turn a driver should yield to oncoming traffic.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 25 · Open this page in the manual

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  26. From which part of the lane should drivers always turn left?

    • The left-most portion of the lane
    • Whichever part has the least traffic
    • The center of the lane
    • Any part of the lane that is open
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    Correct answer: The left-most portion of the lane

    Drivers should always turn left from the left-most portion of the lane.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 25 · Open this page in the manual

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  27. When turning from one of several turning lanes, what should a driver do after entering the lane?

    At a red light, a blue car and a red car signal left side by side in the two left lanes of their approach, beside a gray car in the right lane.
    • Change lanes to avoid slower vehicles
    • Move to the center of the intersection
    • Switch to the nearest open lane after the turn begins
    • Stay in that lane until the turn is completed
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    Correct answer: Stay in that lane until the turn is completed

    Where several lanes turn, the driver should identify the lane, enter it and stay in it until the turn is completed.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 25 · Open this page in the manual

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  28. What does the manual say about U-turns?

    Overhead view of a two-lane road with a broken yellow center line; a dashed yellow U-shaped path shows the blue car's planned turn, and a white car is far ahead in the other lane.
    • They can be extremely dangerous and are not legal everywhere
    • They are illegal on every roadway in the whole state
    • They are legal everywhere as long as the driver signals
    • They are completely safe on any two-lane road
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    Correct answer: They can be extremely dangerous and are not legal everywhere

    U-turns can be extremely dangerous and are not legal everywhere.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 25 · Open this page in the manual

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  29. If a driver must reverse direction with a U-turn, what should the driver first check?

    Overhead view of a two-lane road with a broken yellow center line; a dashed yellow U-shaped path shows the blue car's planned turn, and a white car is far ahead in the other lane.
    • Whether the road has a painted center line
    • Whether the nearest intersection has a traffic signal
    • Whether any signs indicate that U-turns are prohibited
    • Whether the shoulder is wider than a lane
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    Correct answer: Whether any signs indicate that U-turns are prohibited

    Before a U-turn the driver should first check for signs indicating that U-turns are prohibited.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 25 · Open this page in the manual

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  30. For a U-turn, where does the manual say a driver should pull over, using the turn signal, and wait for the road to be clear?

    Overhead view of a two-lane road with a broken yellow center line; a dashed yellow U-shaped path shows the blue car's planned turn, and a white car is far ahead in the other lane.
    • The left lane next to the center line
    • The shoulder of the road on the right
    • The nearest driveway on the left
    • The middle of the intersection
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    Correct answer: The shoulder of the road on the right

    The driver should pull over to the shoulder on the right using the turn signal and wait for the road to be clear of vehicles.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  31. When is a two-point turn used to reverse direction?

    Top view of a residential street with an entrance marked by orange cones on each side; a blue car drives in the right lane before reaching them.
    • When the road has four or more lanes
    • When the driver wants to turn around on a divided highway
    • When police direct traffic at the intersection
    • When it is not practical or possible to drive around a block
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    Correct answer: When it is not practical or possible to drive around a block

    A two-point turn uses a street, alley or driveway to reverse direction when it is not practical or possible to drive around a block.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  32. In a reverse two-point turn, how far back does the driver move before steering?

    Top view of a residential street with a driveway on each side; a blue car is stopped at the right curb a good way past both driveways.
    • Until the whole vehicle is inside the driveway
    • Until the front bumper clears the curb
    • Until the rear bumper reaches the near edge of the driveway
    • Until the rear wheels reach the far side of the driveway
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    Correct answer: Until the rear bumper reaches the near edge of the driveway

    In a reverse two-point turn the driver moves back until the rear bumper reaches the near edge of the driveway.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  33. In a reverse two-point turn, how should the driver steer while backing slowly into the driveway?

    Top view of a residential street with a driveway on each side; a blue car is stopped at the right curb a good way past both driveways.
    • Rapidly all the way to the right
    • Gently toward the left
    • Slowly a quarter turn to the right
    • Rapidly all the way to the left
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    Correct answer: Rapidly all the way to the right

    While backing slowly in a reverse two-point turn the driver steers rapidly all the way to the right.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  34. In a forward two-point turn, where does the driver move before turning into the driveway or alley?

    Top view of a residential street with an entrance marked by orange cones on each side; a blue car drives in the right lane before reaching them.
    • Close to the right edge of the road
    • As far onto the shoulder as possible
    • Into the oncoming lane at full speed
    • Close to the center of the road
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    Correct answer: Close to the center of the road

    In a forward two-point turn the driver moves close to the center of the road and turns into the driveway or alley as near as possible to the right side.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  35. In a forward two-point turn, when does the driver stop after turning into the driveway or alley?

    Top view of a residential street with an entrance marked by orange cones on each side; a blue car drives in the right lane before reaching them.
    • As the front bumper reaches the end of the driveway
    • As the rear of the vehicle clears the curb or driveway edge
    • As the vehicle reaches the middle of the road
    • As soon as the front wheels leave the road
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    Correct answer: As the rear of the vehicle clears the curb or driveway edge

    The driver stops as the rear of the vehicle clears the curb or edge of the driveway.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  36. When should drivers use a three-point turn?

    A two-way street from above with a broken yellow center line, sidewalks on both sides and trees beyond them; one red car sits in its lane facing up the page.
    • Only when the road is too narrow to make a U-turn
    • Whenever a driver misses an exit on a highway
    • Whenever traffic is heavy in both directions
    • Only when a driveway is not available nearby
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    Correct answer: Only when the road is too narrow to make a U-turn

    Drivers should use a three-point turn only when the road or street is too narrow to make a U-turn.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  37. On what type of roadway should a three-point turn only be used?

    • A divided highway
    • A one-way street
    • A two-lane roadway
    • A four-lane roadway
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    Correct answer: A two-lane roadway

    A three-point turn should only be used on a two-lane roadway.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  38. What is the first thing a driver does in a three-point turn after checking the mirrors?

    A two-way street from above with a broken yellow center line, sidewalks on both sides and trees beyond them; one red car sits in its lane facing up the page.
    • Activate the left turn signal and turn hard left
    • Signal right to pull off to the right side of the road
    • Shift into reverse and back up to the curb
    • Turn on the hazard lights and stop in the lane
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    Correct answer: Signal right to pull off to the right side of the road

    In a three-point turn the driver checks the mirrors and activates the right turn signal to communicate the intention to pull off to the right side of the road.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  39. In a three-point turn, how do drivers check their blind spots after stopping on the right?

    A two-way street from above with a broken yellow center line, sidewalks on both sides and trees beyond them; one red car sits in its lane facing up the page.
    • By using only the mirrors
    • By using the hazard lights
    • By relying on the turn signal
    • By using head checks
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    Correct answer: By using head checks

    In a three-point turn the driver checks blind spots by utilizing head checks.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  40. In a three-point turn, what does the driver do after turning hard left to the other side of the road and stopping?

    A two-way street from above with a broken yellow center line, sidewalks on both sides and trees beyond them; one red car sits in its lane facing up the page.
    • Put the vehicle in park and wait for all traffic to clear
    • Drive forward into the right lane of traffic right away
    • Shift to reverse, check traffic and blind spots, and turn hard right
    • Turn off the turn signal and back up to the curb again
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    Correct answer: Shift to reverse, check traffic and blind spots, and turn hard right

    After stopping on the other side the driver places the vehicle in reverse, checks traffic and blind spots, and turns hard right to the other side of the road.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  41. At the end of a three-point turn, which lane does the driver drive forward into?

    A two-way street from above with a broken yellow center line, sidewalks on both sides and trees beyond them; one red car sits in its lane facing up the page.
    • The right lane of traffic heading in the new direction
    • The left lane of traffic heading in the new direction
    • The shoulder on the far side of the road
    • The center of the road
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    Correct answer: The right lane of traffic heading in the new direction

    The driver makes a hard left and drives forward into the right lane of traffic heading in the new direction.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  42. What should drivers do about other road users obeying traffic control signals and signs at an intersection?

    A red car driving toward a STOP sign at a crossroads of two roads with dashed yellow center lines.
    • Assume they will obey, because signals and signs are the law
    • Trust a driver who has a green light to have checked for traffic
    • Expect them to stop whenever a pedestrian is nearby
    • Not rely on them to obey, and be prepared to avoid a collision
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    Correct answer: Not rely on them to obey, and be prepared to avoid a collision

    Drivers should not rely on other road users to obey signals or signs and should always be prepared to avoid a collision.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  43. What does the manual recommend that drivers do before entering an intersection after stopping?

    A red car driving toward a STOP sign at a crossroads of two roads with dashed yellow center lines.
    • Look right, then left and right again
    • Look left, then right and left again
    • Look left once and go if it is clear
    • Look straight ahead until the light changes
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    Correct answer: Look left, then right and left again

    It is recommended that drivers look left, then right and left again before entering the intersection.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  44. At a traffic signal, what should a driver do when the light turns green?

    A traffic signal showing a steady green light
    • Avoid moving in immediately and make sure the path is clear
    • Move at once because crossing traffic is required to stop
    • Accelerate quickly to clear the intersection fast
    • Wait until the driver behind sounds the horn
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    Correct answer: Avoid moving in immediately and make sure the path is clear

    When the light turns green drivers should avoid immediately moving into the intersection and take the time to make sure the path of travel is clear and there is no crossing traffic.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  45. What kind of gap do drivers need before crossing a roadway at an intersection?

    A blue car waits at a STOP sign with a CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP plaque as cars approach from the left and right, a question mark on each one's distance.
    • One large enough to cross while the other vehicle slows down
    • One as long as the vehicle that is approaching
    • One large enough to get across, turn into the lane and get up to speed
    • One that lets the driver turn without using a signal
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    Correct answer: One large enough to get across, turn into the lane and get up to speed

    Drivers need a large enough gap to get their vehicle across the roadway and enough space to turn into the appropriate lane and get up to speed.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  46. Why should a driver not turn in front of a vehicle just because it has its turn signal on?

    A blue car at the end of a side street beside a STOP sign, with a red car on the crossing road to its left and orange lights blinking at both corners of the red car's lower side.
    • A turn signal means the vehicle must stop at once
    • The driver may plan to turn later or forgot to cancel the signal
    • A turn signal is only used in the left lane
    • The vehicle with the signal always has the right of way
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    Correct answer: The driver may plan to turn later or forgot to cancel the signal

    The driver with an active turn signal may plan to turn after passing the intersection or may have forgotten to turn the signal off from a prior turn.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 26 · Open this page in the manual

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  47. How many lanes can a roundabout have?

    An overhead view of an empty two-lane roundabout with splitter islands and YIELD signs at each entry.
    • Only one lane
    • Always two lanes
    • Exactly three lanes
    • One or more lanes
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    Correct answer: One or more lanes

    Roundabouts may have one or more lanes.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 27 · Open this page in the manual

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  48. Before entering a multi-lane roundabout, what should drivers pay close attention to?

    An overhead view of an empty two-lane roundabout with splitter islands and YIELD signs at each entry.
    • Only the vehicles already inside the roundabout
    • Only the pedestrians waiting at the crosswalks
    • Signs for exits and lane uses, and pavement markings
    • The color of the curbs around the center island
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    Correct answer: Signs for exits and lane uses, and pavement markings

    Before entering the roundabout drivers should pay close attention to the signs indicating exits and lane uses and to the pavement markings, then choose the appropriate lane to exit.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 27 · Open this page in the manual

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  49. When entering a multi-lane roundabout, drivers should yield to traffic in which lanes?

    An overhead view of an empty two-lane roundabout with splitter islands and YIELD signs at each entry.
    • Both lanes in the roundabout
    • Only the lane closest to the driver
    • Only the lane next to the center island
    • Neither lane, since entering traffic goes first
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    Correct answer: Both lanes in the roundabout

    Drivers should yield to the traffic in both lanes in the roundabout and enter when there is an appropriate gap in traffic.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 27 · Open this page in the manual

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  50. What should drivers do about their lane position once inside a multi-lane roundabout?

    An overhead view of an empty two-lane roundabout with splitter islands and YIELD signs at each entry.
    • Move to the inside lane just before exiting the circle
    • Change lanes freely to pass slower vehicles
    • Switch to the outside lane at each entrance
    • Keep their lane position until exiting and avoid lane changes
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    Correct answer: Keep their lane position until exiting and avoid lane changes

    Drivers should maintain lane position until exiting and avoid lane changes while inside the roundabout.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 27 · Open this page in the manual

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  51. In a multi-lane roundabout, which of these should drivers not do?

    An overhead view of an empty two-lane roundabout with splitter islands and YIELD signs at each entry.
    • Yield to traffic already in the roundabout
    • Drive beside or try to pass other vehicles
    • Choose a lane before entering
    • Stay in one lane until exiting
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    Correct answer: Drive beside or try to pass other vehicles

    Drivers should not drive beside or attempt to overtake or pass any vehicles in the roundabout.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 27 · Open this page in the manual

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  52. Why should drivers not drive beside large trucks and trailers within a multi-lane roundabout?

    Top view of a two-lane roundabout with a planted center island: a tractor-trailer waits in the outer lane of the left entry, a red car drives around the circle, and the blue car waits at the bottom entry.
    • They may need to straddle both lanes
    • They are required to stop at every exit
    • They must always use the inside lane only
    • They may not enter a roundabout at all
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    Correct answer: They may need to straddle both lanes

    Large trucks and trailers within the roundabout may need to straddle both lanes.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 27 · Open this page in the manual

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