New Hampshire Permit Practice Test 3
25 questions written from the New Hampshire Driver's Manual, with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
In New Hampshire, a driver 21 or older is considered legally intoxicated at what blood alcohol concentration?
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About this test
These questions were written from the New Hampshire Driver's Manual (Rev. 11/25). 11 of the 20 New Hampshire questions in this test cover rules that are specific to New Hampshire or differ between states. Every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the exact page it comes from, so you can check it yourself.
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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.
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Under RSA 265:28, two vehicles reach an uncontrolled intersection from different roads at the same time. Who must yield?
- A The vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right
- B The vehicle on the right yields to the vehicle on the left
- C The vehicle going faster has the right-of-way
- D The larger vehicle has the right-of-way
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A. The vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right
New Hampshire law says the driver approaching or entering an intersection on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right. Traffic control devices or police directions override this rule.
How far ahead should you signal before making a turn, according to the New Hampshire manual?
- A At least 100 feet
- B At least 50 feet
- C At least 200 feet
- D At least 500 feet
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A. At least 100 feet
Signal at least 100 feet before a turn. On the highway, signal at least 500 feet before changing lanes or exiting. Signal earlier in rain, snow or fog so others have more room to stop.
What does the New Hampshire manual say about traffic fines in work zones?
- A They are always tripled, with or without signs
- B They may be doubled, and this will be clearly marked
- C They apply only when workers are present
- D They are the same as on any other road
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B. They may be doubled, and this will be clearly marked
Fines may be doubled in a work zone, and this will be clearly marked before you enter. Slow down, do not tailgate, and be prepared to stop suddenly.
After a hearing, a person is declared a Habitual Offender in New Hampshire. For how long will their driving privileges be revoked?
- A 6 months to 1 year
- B 1 to 4 years
- C Exactly 10 years
- D 5 to 10 years
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B. 1 to 4 years
If a hearing finds a person is a Habitual Offender, the Director revokes their privileges for 1 to 4 years. Driving after that declaration can bring one to five years in prison.