New York Practice Test 09

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When is deer activity at its peak, reducing the risk of a collision?

at dawn and dusk.

when it’s dark.

between 2 PM and 5 AM.

between 1 PM and 3 PM.

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How should you respond if your brakes fail?

Rub your tires on the curb to slow your car.

Pull off the road into an open space, if available.

Apply the parking brake slowly.

All of the above.

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Who has a greater risk of being involved in a traffic crash?

Young people.

Drivers who are driving alone.

Shift workers.

All of the above.

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What happens to your driver’s license after a first Zero Tolerance violation?

revoked until the driver reaches 21.

suspended for 6 months.

suspended for 18 months.

revoked for at least two years

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Who is at the highest risk in this situation?

Drivers who are driving long distances without rest breaks.

Drivers who have overslept.

Experienced drivers.

Drivers who have traditional work schedules.

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If there is no stop line at a stop sign, where must you stop?

after you enter the crosswalk.

before you enter the crosswalk.

before the traffic light turns red.

before you enter the intersection.

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___________ normally are white rectangles with black letters or symbols.

Warning signs

Destination signs (guide signs)

Service signs

Regulatory signs

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What technique should you use to maintain a safe "space cushion" between your vehicle and the one ahead?

three-second rule.

two-second rule.

“safe distance” rule.

“space cushion” rule.

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What are the potential consequences of a first-time conviction for Aggravated DWI?

up to 1 year in jail.

A fine from $50 to $200.

A minimum 3-Year revocation.

a 60-day suspension.

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A blood alcohol content (BAC) of what percentage or higher is considered evidence of aggravated driving while intoxicated?

0.08

0.18

0.8

0.25

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What precautions should drivers take when following motorcycles?

try to pass them as they have different braking capabilities than other motor vehicles.

keep more space in front of their vehicle.

reduce the minimum following distance.

keep less space in front of their vehicle.

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What should you do when approaching an intersection where the traffic lights are out of service?

must come to a stop as you would for a stop sign.

must continue according to the rules of right-of-way.

must slow down and yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

must proceed with caution.

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In New York State, at what blood alcohol content (BAC) percentage or higher can you be arrested for driving?

0.008

0.08

0.18

0.8

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Where should a bicyclist ride on the road if there is no designated bicycle lane?

on the left shoulder of the road.

near the left edge of the road.

near the right curb or edge of the road.

None of the above.

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Who faces the highest risk in a given situation?

Long-distance commuters.

Drivers who are driving on long, boring roads.

Drivers who are fatigued.

All of the above.

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What are the color and design of destination signs, including their letters and symbols?

blue; white

green; white

yellow; black

white; black

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What are the responsibilities of pedestrians while using the road?

face traffic as they walk.

obey traffic signals and traffic officers.

never stand in the road to hitchhike.

All of the above.

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What are some examples of proper glass maintenance for a vehicle?

Keeping your windows clean and clear.

Making sure there is enough windshield fluid in the reservoir.

Replacing worn wiper blades.

All of the above.

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If you’re getting ready to apply for a learner’s permit or driver’s license in New York State (NYS), you’ll need to complete the Application for Driver License (MV-44), pass a vision test, and take a written exam. The written test is based on the New York Driver’s Manual, covering essential topics like road rules, traffic signs, and driving under the influence laws. The New York DMV Practice Test has 20 multiple-choice questions, and you’ll need to answer at least 14 correctly, including 2 of the 4 road sign questions, to pass.

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