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New Hampshire: Sharing the road

Bicyclists and the passing clearance, motorcycles, slow-moving vehicles, large trucks and their blind spots, and school buses. Split into 3 shorter tests so you're not stuck in one long quiz.

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Sharing the road — Part 1

Questions in this part include: “What does it mean to drive defensively?”

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Sharing the road — Part 2

Questions in this part include: “Although bicyclists are required to ride in the direction of traffic, where should drivers look for them?”

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Sharing the road — Part 3

Questions in this part include: “Under ideal conditions, a loaded truck at 55 mph needs a stopping distance of how many times that of a car?”

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  1. At least how far in any direction must drivers stop from a school bus stopped with its red lights flashing?

    A yellow school bus in the lower lane of a two-lane street, red lamps lit at its corners and a red octagon marked STOP at its left side; houses and trees beyond.
    • 10 feet
    • 50 feet
    • 100 feet
    • 25 feet
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    Correct answer: 25 feet

    Drivers must stop at least 25 feet in any direction from a school bus stopped with its red lights flashing or its stop arm extended.

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

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  2. When are drivers not required to stop for a school bus with its red lights flashing or stop arm extended?

    A yellow school bus in the lower lane of a two-lane street, red lamps lit at its corners and a red octagon marked STOP at its left side; houses and trees beyond.
    • When no children are visible near the bus
    • When the bus is on the other side of a two-lane road
    • When the roadway is separated by a physical barrier
    • When the driver is on a rural road
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    Correct answer: When the roadway is separated by a physical barrier

    The stopping rule applies at all times unless the roadway is separated by a physical barrier.

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

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  3. How long must drivers remain stopped for a school bus with its red lights flashing?

    A yellow school bus in the lower lane of a two-lane street, red lamps lit at its corners and a red octagon marked STOP at its left side; houses and trees beyond.
    • Until the bus moves or the flashing red lights stop
    • For one full minute after the bus stops
    • Until the driver of the bus waves them on
    • Until the driver ahead of them begins to move
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    Correct answer: Until the bus moves or the flashing red lights stop

    Drivers shall remain stopped until the school bus resumes motion or until the flashing red lights cease to operate.

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

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  4. How should drivers proceed once they may move past a school bus?

    A yellow school bus in the lower lane of a two-lane street, red lamps lit at its corners and a red octagon marked STOP at its left side; houses and trees beyond.
    • At normal speed once the bus is behind them
    • Quickly, to clear the area
    • Only after sounding the horn
    • Slowly, while always watching for children
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    Correct answer: Slowly, while always watching for children

    After the bus resumes motion or the lights stop, drivers should proceed slowly while always watching for children.

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

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  5. Why should drivers search to the sides?

    A blue car on a busy city street approaching an intersection with traffic lights, crosswalks, parked cars and pedestrians on the sidewalks
    • To make sure other roadway users will not cross the path
    • To find parking spaces along the side of the roadway
    • To read road signs that are far ahead of the vehicle
    • To check how closely the vehicle behind is following
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    Correct answer: To make sure other roadway users will not cross the path

    Drivers should search to the sides to make sure other roadway users will not cross the path of travel.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 30 · Open this page in the manual

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  6. Why should drivers avoid driving next to other vehicles for long periods of time?

    Top view of a road with two lanes in the same direction: the blue car drives in the right lane just beside and slightly behind a white car in the left lane.
    • It makes it harder to read the signs ahead of them
    • It increases the following distance needed behind
    • The vehicle may be in their blind-spot
    • It makes the center line harder to see
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    Correct answer: The vehicle may be in their blind-spot

    Driving next to another vehicle for a long time may put it in the driver's blind-spot and reduces the space needed to avoid a collision.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 31 · Open this page in the manual

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  7. How should drivers position their vehicle in relation to the center line marking?

    Top view of a two-lane road with a broken yellow center line, solid white lines along both outer edges and a paved gray shoulder beyond each one. A blue car drives in the right lane and a gray car comes the other way.
    • Drive directly on the center line to leave room on the right
    • Keep as much space as possible between the vehicle and oncoming traffic
    • Stay as close to the center line as possible to avoid the shoulder
    • Keep the left wheels on the line so the vehicle stays centered
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    Correct answer: Keep as much space as possible between the vehicle and oncoming traffic

    Drivers should avoid crowding the center line marking and try to keep as much space as possible between the vehicle and oncoming traffic.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 31 · Open this page in the manual

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  8. An approaching vehicle in the opposite lane is on a curve or is a large vehicle. What must drivers be careful about?

    A blue car on a straight stretch of a two-lane rural road approaches a curve to the right, as a white car comes out of the curve in the other lane.
    • Not crowding the center lane so the vehicle can pass safely
    • Not moving toward the right edge of the road
    • Not signaling until the vehicle has passed
    • Not leaving too much space behind the vehicle ahead
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    Correct answer: Not crowding the center lane so the vehicle can pass safely

    When an approaching vehicle in the opposite lane is on a curve or is a large vehicle, drivers must be careful not to crowd the center lane so it can pass safely.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 31 · Open this page in the manual

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  9. What does it mean to drive defensively?

    • Driving below the speed limit so other drivers will pass safely and quickly
    • Following all rules and assuming other road users will do the same
    • Avoiding all roads where other drivers might ignore the rules
    • Watching for others' illegal acts and driving errors and adjusting to avoid a crash
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    Correct answer: Watching for others' illegal acts and driving errors and adjusting to avoid a crash

    Driving defensively means watching for illegal acts and the driving errors of other drivers and adjusting driving accordingly to avoid a crash.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 32 · Open this page in the manual

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  10. How are bicycles treated when they are on roadways?

    A bicyclist and, some distance behind, a red car travelling in the same lane of a two-lane city street with a double yellow center line.
    • As pedestrians
    • As equipment exempt from traffic laws
    • As vehicles
    • As moving obstacles
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    Correct answer: As vehicles

    The manual says bicycles are considered vehicles when on roadways, with the same rights, privileges and responsibilities as any driver.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 36 · Open this page in the manual

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  11. At 30 miles per hour or less, what is the least distance between a vehicle and a bicycle that is presumed to be reasonable and prudent?

    A car passing a bicyclist within the same lane on a road with a double yellow center line, with open space between the side of the car and the bicycle.
    • 2 feet
    • 3 feet
    • 4 feet
    • 6 feet
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    Correct answer: 3 feet

    The distance is presumed reasonable and prudent if it is at least 3 feet when the vehicle is traveling at 30 miles per hour or less.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 36 · Open this page in the manual

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  12. How much extra clearance is required between a vehicle and a bicycle for every 10 miles per hour above 30 miles per hour?

    A car passing a bicyclist within the same lane on a road with a double yellow center line, with open space between the side of the car and the bicycle.
    • Six additional inches
    • Two additional feet
    • Three additional feet
    • One additional foot
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    Correct answer: One additional foot

    One additional foot of clearance is required for every 10 miles per hour above 30 miles per hour.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  13. What must a driver do when a bicycle path or bike lane intersects a road?

    A car with its right turn signal on next to a bicyclist riding in a green bike lane near an intersection
    • Yield right of way
    • Sound the horn and proceed
    • Stop and wait for the cyclist to wave
    • Speed up to cross first
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    Correct answer: Yield right of way

    Drivers must yield right of way when a bicycle path or bike lane intersects a road.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  14. In which situation may a driver stop, park, or drive on a designated bicycle path or lane?

    A blue car on a city street drives beside a lane on its right marked BIKE LANE behind a solid white line, as a white pickup comes the other way.
    • When waiting for a parking space nearby
    • When dropping off a passenger
    • When entering or leaving an alley or driveway
    • When traffic ahead is moving slowly
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    Correct answer: When entering or leaving an alley or driveway

    A driver may not stop, park or drive on a designated bicycle lane unless entering or leaving an alley or driveway, performing official duties, directed by a police officer, or in an emergency.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  15. What should a driver do when a cyclist is in the intersection where the driver wants to turn?

    • Turn quickly before the cyclist reaches the turn
    • Slow down and let the cyclist clear the intersection
    • Sound the horn so the cyclist moves aside
    • Turn behind the cyclist, close to the curb
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    Correct answer: Slow down and let the cyclist clear the intersection

    The manual says to slow down and let the cyclist clear the intersection before making your turn.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  16. Why should a driver avoid slowing down or stopping quickly near a bicyclist?

    Top view of a city street with a double yellow center line: the blue car drives in the right lane, and a bicyclist in an orange jersey rides a short distance behind it in the same lane.
    • Quick stops make the bicyclist lose sight of the signals
    • The bicyclist may be unable to hear the engine
    • Bicycles cannot be seen in the rear window
    • A vehicle's brakes are more powerful than a bicycle's
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    Correct answer: A vehicle's brakes are more powerful than a bicycle's

    A motor vehicle's brakes are more powerful than a bicycle's, so slowing or stopping quickly could cause a crash.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  17. Why should drivers avoid sounding the horn close to bicyclists unless there is a chance of a crash?

    A bicyclist and, some distance behind, a red car travelling in the same lane of a two-lane city street with a double yellow center line.
    • It may startle them into steering into the driver's path
    • It may make them stop pedaling and fall behind the vehicle
    • It may make them think the driver is turning
    • It may be mistaken for an emergency vehicle
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    Correct answer: It may startle them into steering into the driver's path

    Sounding the horn to alert your presence may startle bicyclists and cause them to steer into your path and crash.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  18. Why should a driver be especially careful when seeing children riding bikes on the sidewalk?

    Two children play with a ball on a lawn and a small child rides a bike nearby, partly hidden by a parked car, as a blue car approaches.
    • They have the right of way on every sidewalk
    • They cannot hear an approaching vehicle
    • They may come onto the road
    • They are required to ride against traffic
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    Correct answer: They may come onto the road

    Children riding bikes on the sidewalk may come onto the road, so drivers should watch carefully for bicyclists entering the lane.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  19. What should a driver avoid doing around a bicyclist?

    A red car beside a green bike lane, just ahead of a bicyclist riding in the lane, with an intersection ahead
    • Passing the bicyclist on the left
    • Turning sharply in front of the bicyclist
    • Checking for bicyclists before backing
    • Allowing as much space as possible
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    Correct answer: Turning sharply in front of the bicyclist

    Drivers should avoid turning sharply in front of a bicyclist and must not force a bicyclist off the road.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  20. Although bicyclists are required to ride in the direction of traffic, where should drivers look for them?

    • Only along the right edge of the roadway
    • Only in bike lanes
    • Only on the sidewalk
    • Anywhere on the roadway
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    Correct answer: Anywhere on the roadway

    The manual says that although bicyclists must ride in the direction of traffic, drivers should look for them riding anywhere on the roadway.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  21. When should a driver be particularly careful around bicyclists?

    A bicyclist and, some distance behind, a red car travelling in the same lane of a two-lane city street with a double yellow center line.
    • When the road is wet or covered with sand or gravel
    • When the roadway is dry, clear and well lit
    • When the bicyclist is wearing bright clothing
    • When the bicyclist is riding in a bike lane
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    Correct answer: When the road is wet or covered with sand or gravel

    Wet roadways and roadways covered with sand or gravel affect bicycles much more than vehicles.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  22. What are bicyclists required to do when turning and stopping?

    A bicyclist and, some distance behind, a red car travelling in the same lane of a two-lane city street with a double yellow center line.
    • Sound a bell
    • Walk the bicycle across the road
    • Use hand signals
    • Stop and dismount
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    Correct answer: Use hand signals

    Bicyclists are required to use hand signals when turning and stopping.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  23. Which clue can show that a bicyclist who cannot signal is about to change lane position?

    A bicyclist and, some distance behind, a red car travelling in the same lane of a two-lane city street with a double yellow center line.
    • Slowing the pedals until the bicycle stops
    • Turning their head or looking over a shoulder
    • Moving the bicycle closer to parked vehicles
    • Ringing a bell or shouting at the driver
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    Correct answer: Turning their head or looking over a shoulder

    Since bicyclists may be unable to signal, drivers should look for clues such as turning their head or looking over their shoulder before changing lane position.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  24. What should a driver do before opening the door of a vehicle parked on the street?

    A street with cars parked along the curb; one parked car's door is open into the lane as a bicyclist rides up from behind
    • Sound the horn to warn nearby bicyclists
    • Turn on the hazard flashers and wait
    • Wait until the engine has cooled down
    • Check to the sides and rear for bicyclists
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    Correct answer: Check to the sides and rear for bicyclists

    When parked on the street, drivers should check to the sides and rear for bicyclists before opening the door.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  25. About how wide are most motorcycles, making them hard to identify in traffic?

    A blue car following a motorcycle in the same lane of a two-lane road
    • About two feet
    • About one foot
    • About four feet
    • About five feet
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    Correct answer: About two feet

    Most motorcycles are only about two feet wide, so they may not be easily identifiable in traffic and can be hidden in a vehicle's blind spot.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  26. What should a driver never attempt to do with a motorcycle?

    A blue car following a motorcycle in the same lane of a two-lane road
    • Check for it before a left turn
    • Pass it on the left
    • Share a lane with it
    • Signal before turning near it
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    Correct answer: Share a lane with it

    Motorcycles are entitled to the same full lane width as all other vehicles, so drivers should never attempt to share a lane with one.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  27. Before taking a left turn across traffic, what should a driver carefully check oncoming traffic for?

    A car inside an intersection waiting to turn left, with its left turn signal on and an oncoming car approaching
    • Slow-moving vehicles only
    • Motorcycles
    • Pedestrians only
    • Bicycles only
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    Correct answer: Motorcycles

    Drivers should always carefully check oncoming traffic for motorcycles before a left turn across traffic and know its speed before making the turn.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  28. What following distance should a driver allow when behind a motorcycle?

    A blue car following a motorcycle in the same lane of a two-lane road
    • At least two seconds
    • At least three seconds
    • At least six seconds
    • At least four seconds
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    Correct answer: At least four seconds

    The manual says to allow at least four seconds following distance when behind a motorcycle.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  29. What should a driver be sure of before turning in front of a motorcycle with its turn signal on?

    A blue car at a STOP sign, with a dashed yellow arrow turning left onto the main road, as a motorcycle with its right turn signal on approaches from the left
    • That the rider is actually turning
    • That the rider has slowed to under 25 mph
    • That the rider is in the right lane
    • That the rider has seen the signal
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    Correct answer: That the rider is actually turning

    Most motorcycles do not have automatic cancel for turn signals, so a driver should be sure the rider is actually turning.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 37 · Open this page in the manual

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  30. Where should drivers watch for motorcyclists being moved out of their lane by cross winds?

    • Narrow residential streets and parking lots
    • Tunnels and underpasses with low ceilings
    • Wide open, long stretches of highway and bridges
    • Roads lined with tall trees and hedges
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    Correct answer: Wide open, long stretches of highway and bridges

    Windy conditions can move a motorcycle out of its lane of travel, especially on wide open, long stretches of highway and bridges.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  31. What have fast moving large trucks been known to create that can startle a cyclist?

    A white tractor-trailer passes a bicyclist on an open two-lane highway, using the empty oncoming lane; a blue car follows far behind.
    • Loud engine noise
    • Wind blasts
    • Spray from the tires
    • Sudden glare from headlights
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    Correct answer: Wind blasts

    Fast moving large trucks have been known to create wind blasts which can startle a cyclist and may even move a cyclist out of their path of travel.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  32. What may motorcyclists experience when traveling over metal or grated bridges?

    Top view of a two-lane road crossing a short bridge over water whose deck is an open steel grid; a motorcycle rides onto the grid and a blue car follows.
    • A loss of engine power
    • Increased tire grip
    • Strong glare from the surface
    • A wobbling sensation
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    Correct answer: A wobbling sensation

    Motorcyclists may experience a wobbling sensation on metal or grated bridges, so they may slow down or change direction.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  33. In bad weather, what do rain, wind, dust and fog affect for a cyclist?

    • The cyclist's vision
    • The cyclist's tire pressure
    • The cyclist's engine power
    • The cyclist's helmet fit
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    Correct answer: The cyclist's vision

    Rain, wind, dust and fog affect a cyclist's vision, and wet and slippery roads can create glare that is hard to see at night.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  34. A vehicle displays a fluorescent or reflective orange and red triangle on its rear. What does it mean about the vehicle?

    A fluorescent orange triangle with a red reflective border mounted on the rear of a farm tractor
    • It is carrying hazardous materials
    • It is making frequent stops
    • It is traveling less than 25 mph
    • It is traveling less than 45 mph
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    Correct answer: It is traveling less than 25 mph

    A fluorescent or reflective orange and red triangle on the rear of animal-drawn vehicles, farm equipment or construction equipment means the vehicle is traveling less than 25 mph.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  35. What should a driver remember when passing farm machinery?

    A fluorescent orange triangle with a red reflective border mounted on the rear of a farm tractor
    • The operator always signals before turning
    • The operator cannot hear approaching vehicles
    • Farm machinery never uses state highways
    • Farm machinery is exempt from the rules of the road
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    Correct answer: The operator cannot hear approaching vehicles

    The manual says to pass farm machinery with caution and remember that the operator cannot hear approaching vehicles.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  36. Compared with motor vehicles, what rights do animal drawn vehicles and horseback riders have to use the road?

    A horse and rider traveling along the road shoulder
    • Fewer rights, because they are slower
    • More rights, because they are rural
    • No right to use state highways
    • The same rights
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    Correct answer: The same rights

    Animal drawn vehicles and horseback riders have the same rights to use the road as a motor vehicle and must follow the same rules of the road.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  37. What should drivers never do when approaching a horse?

    A horse and rider traveling along the road shoulder
    • Use the horn or rev the engine
    • Reduce speed near the horse
    • Assess the situation
    • Pass with caution
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    Correct answer: Use the horn or rev the engine

    Drivers approaching any horse should reduce speed, assess the situation and pass with caution, and never use the horn or rev the engine.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  38. Compared with cars, how large are the blind spots of commercial vehicles?

    A blue car in the left lane beside the rear of a long tractor-trailer on a two-lane divided highway
    • About the same
    • Slightly smaller
    • Much larger
    • Smaller on the sides, larger in front
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    Correct answer: Much larger

    Commercial vehicles are generally larger and less maneuverable than a car and have much larger blind spots.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  39. Compared with a car, what do commercial vehicles need?

    A blue car at a STOP sign on a side street, with a dashed yellow arrow straight across the main road, as a tractor-trailer approaches from the left
    • Shorter stopping distances but a lot more room to turn
    • Longer stopping and accelerating distances and more room to turn
    • Less room to turn but much longer accelerating distances
    • The same stopping distance but wider lanes to turn
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    Correct answer: Longer stopping and accelerating distances and more room to turn

    Commercial vehicles have longer stopping and accelerating distances and need more room to turn.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  40. What is the No-Zone?

    A blue car in the left lane beside the rear of a long tractor-trailer on a two-lane divided highway
    • The area where passing a large truck is against the law
    • The distance a large truck needs to come to a stop
    • The lane reserved for trucks on steep hills
    • The blind-spot area around large trucks and buses
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    Correct answer: The blind-spot area around large trucks and buses

    The No-Zone is the area around large trucks or buses where vehicles disappear from the commercial driver's view into blind spots.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  41. Where are the blind spots of a large truck or bus?

    A blue car in the left lane beside the rear of a long tractor-trailer on a two-lane divided highway
    • On the sides, rear and front
    • Only directly behind it
    • Only on the right side
    • Only on the left side and rear
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    Correct answer: On the sides, rear and front

    The No-Zone blind spots are on the sides, rear and front of the large vehicle.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 38 · Open this page in the manual

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  42. If you cannot see the truck driver's face in the truck's side view mirror, what does that mean?

    A blue car in the left lane beside the rear of a long tractor-trailer on a two-lane divided highway
    • The truck driver is about to change lanes
    • The truck driver is slowing down
    • The truck driver cannot see your vehicle
    • The truck driver is looking in the rear-view mirror
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    Correct answer: The truck driver cannot see your vehicle

    If the truck driver's face cannot be seen in the side view mirror, then the truck driver cannot see the other vehicle.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  43. Where does a truck's large blind spot on its right side extend?

    A blue car in the left lane beside the rear of a long tractor-trailer on a two-lane divided highway
    • Only beside the front tires
    • From behind the cab up to the length of the truck
    • Only at the rear bumper
    • From the front bumper to the middle of the trailer
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    Correct answer: From behind the cab up to the length of the truck

    Trucks have a large blind spot on their right side starting behind the cab and extending up to the length of the truck.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  44. How long should a driver stay alongside a large vehicle?

    A blue car in the left lane beside the rear of a long tractor-trailer on a two-lane divided highway
    • At least as long as it takes to pass twice
    • Until the truck driver waves
    • As long as traffic allows
    • No longer than required
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    Correct answer: No longer than required

    If the truck driver needs to swerve or change lanes, the chances of a collision are greatly increased, so drivers should avoid driving alongside a large vehicle for any longer than required.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  45. Under ideal conditions, a loaded truck with good tires and properly adjusted brakes traveling at 55 mph needs at least how many feet to come to a complete stop?

    • 335 feet
    • 235 feet
    • 285 feet
    • 435 feet
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    Correct answer: 335 feet

    A loaded truck with good tires and properly adjusted brakes, under ideal conditions, traveling at 55 mph requires a minimum of 335 feet before coming to a complete stop.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  46. Under ideal conditions, a loaded truck at 55 mph needs a stopping distance of how many times that of a car?

    • About the same distance
    • Exactly twice
    • Greater than 1½ times
    • Less than half
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    Correct answer: Greater than 1½ times

    A loaded truck traveling at 55 mph needs a minimum of 335 feet to stop, or greater than 1½ times the stopping distance of a car.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  47. When passing a large vehicle, what should a driver see in the rear-view mirror before pulling in front?

    A blue car in the left lane beside the rear of a long tractor-trailer on a two-lane divided highway
    • The truck's rear wheels
    • The whole front of the vehicle
    • The truck's headlights only
    • The truck driver's hands
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    Correct answer: The whole front of the vehicle

    When passing a large vehicle, look for the whole front of the vehicle in the rear-view mirror before pulling in front and maintaining speed.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  48. How far behind a large vehicle can its huge blind spot extend?

    A green tractor-trailer in the middle lane of a three-lane highway, with the lanes on both sides empty
    • Up to 50 feet
    • Up to 100 feet
    • Up to 500 feet
    • Up to 200 feet
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    Correct answer: Up to 200 feet

    Large vehicles have huge blind spots directly behind them that extend up to 200 feet.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  49. How should a driver position their vehicle when following a large vehicle?

    A blue tractor-trailer pulling a white box trailer, seen from above, driving east in the middle lane of a three-lane highway with grass and trees along both sides.
    • So the truck driver can see it in the side mirrors
    • Directly in the middle of the truck's rear bumper
    • As close as possible behind the trailer
    • Only in the lane to the right of the truck
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    Correct answer: So the truck driver can see it in the side mirrors

    Drivers should avoid following too closely and position their vehicle so the truck driver can see the vehicle in their side mirrors.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  50. Which lane should drivers avoid, if possible, when traveling up or down hills or near truck weigh stations?

    A blue car just past the crest of a steep hill with a yellow truck-on-slope warning sign, starting down the grade behind a tractor-trailer
    • The left lane
    • The center of a three-lane road
    • The right lane
    • The lane next to the median
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    Correct answer: The right lane

    Large vehicles typically use the right lane on steep hills and near truck weigh stations, so avoiding the right lane there reduces the chance of a crash.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  51. When a truck or bus needs to make a right turn, what may it need to do?

    Top view of a street approaching a crossroad: a tractor-trailer in the right lane near the intersection has its right turn signal on, and the blue car follows behind it.
    • Stay close to the curb
    • Swing wide to the left
    • Stop in the middle of the intersection
    • Turn from the left lane only
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    Correct answer: Swing wide to the left

    When a truck or bus makes a right turn, it may need to swing wide to the left to clear the corner of a curb or other obstruction.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  52. To avoid a crash near a turning truck or bus, when should a driver turn?

    Top view of a street approaching a crossroad: a tractor-trailer in the right lane near the intersection has its right turn signal on, and the blue car follows behind it.
    • As soon as the truck's turn signal comes on
    • Between the truck and the curb
    • Right after the truck begins to swing wide
    • Not until the truck or bus has completed its turn
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    Correct answer: Not until the truck or bus has completed its turn

    If a driver tries to get between the truck or bus and the curb, the vehicle can be squeezed and suffer a serious crash, so do not turn until the truck or bus has completed its turn.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  53. When meeting a truck coming from the opposite direction, where should a driver keep the vehicle?

    A tractor-trailer coming toward a blue car from the opposite direction on a two-lane rural road
    • As far to the right as possible
    • Close to the center line
    • On the left side of the lane
    • On the shoulder with hazard flashers on
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    Correct answer: As far to the right as possible

    Keeping as far as possible to the right side avoids a sideswipe crash and reduces the wind turbulence between the two vehicles.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 39 · Open this page in the manual

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  54. What should a driver do when in doubt about the speed of an oncoming truck or bus before a left turn?

    Top view of a crossroads: a blue car waits in the middle with its left turn signal on and a dashed arrow curving left, while a white tractor-trailer with its headlights on comes toward it in the opposite lane.
    • Turn quickly before it arrives
    • Flash the headlights and turn
    • Not turn left in its path
    • Turn left once its driver waves you on
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    Correct answer: Not turn left in its path

    When in doubt about the speed of an oncoming truck or bus, do not turn left in its path, since it takes a longer stopping distance than a car.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 40 · Open this page in the manual

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  55. What do stop lines at many intersections help give larger vehicles?

    Top view of a four-way city intersection with red traffic lights: a tractor-trailer with a blue cab is stopped behind the white stop line at the bottom, and the blue car is stopped at its line on the left.
    • Longer green signals
    • More turning space
    • Shorter stopping distances
    • A separate turning lane
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    Correct answer: More turning space

    Stop lines help to set a vehicle farther back at an intersection to give larger vehicles more turning space, so drivers should always stop behind them.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 40 · Open this page in the manual

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  56. What should a driver not do to a large vehicle in traffic or on the highway?

    A blue car in the left lane beside the rear of a long tractor-trailer on a two-lane divided highway
    • Pass it on its left side
    • Follow it at a safe distance
    • Stay behind the stop line when it is turning
    • Cut it off to reach an exit or turn
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    Correct answer: Cut it off to reach an exit or turn

    The manual says not to cut off a large vehicle to reach an exit or turn or to beat a truck into a single-lane construction zone.

    Source: ⁨New Hampshire Driver’s Manual (DSMV 360 (Rev. 11/25))⁩, page 40 · Open this page in the manual

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