New Hampshire Permit Test: Safe Driving Practice Questions

Correct answer: 0.05%

After 18 hours awake performance resembles a 0.05% BAC; after 21 and 24 hours, about 0.08% and 0.10%.

Source: Section 3: Dangerous Driving – Fatigue

Correct answer: At least every 2 hours

Plan to stop at least every 2 hours to stretch or get a drink, and nap 15–20 minutes before getting too tired.

Source: Section 3: Dangerous Driving – Fatigue

Correct answer: Use a hand-held device

No driver may use a hand-held mobile electronic device while driving or temporarily stopped in traffic; drivers 18+ may use integrated hands-free devices.

Source: Section 3: Dangerous Driving – Driver Distractions

Correct answer: Engaging in a call

A driver who holds a phone in the immediate proximity of the ear while moving is presumed to be engaging in a call.

Source: Section 3: Dangerous Driving – Driver Distractions

Correct answer: Deliberately endangering others

Aggressive driving is intentionally committing an action that endangers other persons or property, such as speeding, tailgating or unsafe lane changes.

Source: Section 3: Dangerous Driving – Aggressive Driving

Correct answer: Never, for any length of time

Cars heat up within minutes; never leave a child unattended in a vehicle for any length of time, and check the back seat before locking.

Source: Section 3: Dangerous Driving – Hot Vehicle Information

Correct answer: Once a month

Under- or overinflated tires and low tread cause preventable crashes; have tire pressure checked once a month.

Source: Section 4: Before Driving – Vehicle Safety Check

Correct answer: 10 inches

Sit upright with about 10 inches between your chest and the steering wheel, with the wheel top no higher than your shoulders.

Source: Section 4: Before Driving – Adjusting Seat

Correct answer: At the back of the head

Head rests prevent whiplash; adjust them to contact the back of your head, not below the ears.

Source: Section 4: Before Driving – Adjusting Seat

Correct answer: Anyone under 18

NH requires safety restraints for anyone under 18, though belts are strongly recommended for drivers and passengers of all ages.

Source: Section 4: Before Driving – Using Safety Belts

Correct answer: Across the shoulder and chest

Wear the shoulder harness across the shoulder and chest with little slack; wearing it under the arm or behind the back can cause serious internal injuries.

Source: Section 4: Before Driving – Using Safety Belts

Correct answer: Under 7 and under 57 inches

A child less than 7 years old and less than 57 inches tall must be secured in a federally approved child passenger restraint.

Source: Section 4: Before Driving – Child Passenger Safety Laws

Correct answer: Anyone under 18

NH law requires all motorcycle riders and passengers under 18 to wear DOT-approved helmets.

Source: Section 4: Before Driving – Motorcycle Helmet Use

Correct answer: When nothing can shift or fall

A load is secure only when nothing can slide, shift, fall or sift onto the road or become airborne; unsecured loads are illegal.

Source: Section 4: Before Driving – Securing a Load

Correct answer: Clearing snow and ice off

Since 2002 NH drivers must clear snow and ice off their vehicles before driving; first-offense penalties run $250 to $500.

Source: Section 4: Before Driving – Snow and Ice Removal