New Hampshire DMV Exam Simulator

A full-length mock exam built to New Hampshire's real rules: 40 questions, 32 correct to pass (80%), 40-minute limit. New questions every attempt.

How this simulator works

  • Knowledge test: 40 questions, 32 correct to pass.
  • 40-minute time limit, like the real test.
  • You won’t see whether you were right until the end, just like at the New Hampshire test. Then you can review every answer with its explanation.
  • Questions are drawn fresh from the full New Hampshire bank each time.

How the real New Hampshire knowledge test works

The New Hampshire Department of Safety, Division of Motor Vehicles test is 40 questions, 32 correct to pass (80%), 40-minute limit. This simulator follows the same structure, gives no feedback until you finish, and draws a new set of questions from the full New Hampshire bank every time.

Aim to pass the simulator two or three times in a row, on different days, before you book your test.

Sample questions from this test

  1. Does New Hampshire issue learner's permits to new car drivers?

    • A No, the state does not issue permits to learn to drive
    • B Yes, after passing the knowledge test at age 15
    • C Yes, but only to students enrolled in driver education
    • D Yes, at age 16, and it is valid for one year
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    A. No, the state does not issue permits to learn to drive

    New Hampshire does not issue learner's permits for cars. Instead, state law lets an unlicensed person who is old enough practice while accompanied by a qualified licensed adult. This is different from most states, so do not expect a permit card.

    Source: New Hampshire Driver's Manual, page 8

  2. You are passing a bicyclist while traveling 30 mph. What is the minimum clearance presumed reasonable under New Hampshire law?

    • A 3 feet
    • B 2 feet
    • C 5 feet
    • D 1 foot
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    A. 3 feet

    At 30 mph or less, at least 3 feet between your vehicle and a bicyclist is presumed reasonable. Give one more foot for every 10 mph above 30, and slow down when passing.

    Source: New Hampshire Driver's Manual, page 42

  3. In New Hampshire, a driver 21 or older is considered legally intoxicated at what blood alcohol concentration?

    • A .05% or higher
    • B .10% or higher
    • C .08% or higher
    • D .02% or higher
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    C. .08% or higher

    A driver is legally intoxicated at a BAC of .08% or higher, or .02% or higher if under 21. Impairment starts with the first drink, so the only safe plan is not to drive after drinking.

    Source: New Hampshire Driver's Manual, page 12

  4. What does a brown sign tell drivers?

    • A Driver services such as gas and food
    • B Road repair work ahead
    • C Incident management information
    • D Tourist and recreation guidance
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    D. Tourist and recreation guidance

    Each sign color has a meaning: brown signs guide you to tourist and recreation sites such as parks. Green gives direction, blue shows services, and orange warns of road work.

    Source: New Hampshire Driver's Manual, page 27

  5. In New Hampshire, how close to a fire hydrant may you park?

    • A No closer than 10 feet
    • B No closer than 20 feet
    • C No closer than 15 feet
    • D No closer than 30 feet
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    C. No closer than 15 feet

    It is illegal to park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, even with no sign posted. Firefighters need clear access to connect hoses quickly.

    Source: New Hampshire Driver's Manual, page 34