New York Practice Test 16

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What do double solid lines on the roadway indicate?

you cannot go across the lines except to turn left to enter or leave the highway.

you cannot pass.

you cannot change lanes.

All of the above.

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What must you do before returning to the right lane after passing another vehicle?

make sure you can see the front bumper of the vehicle you passed.

look at your interior rear-view mirror.

signal.

All of the above.

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What must you do if you are involved in a crash?

exchange information with the other drivers involved.

show your insurance identification card if requested.

If any person is injured, make sure the ambulance has been called.

All of the above.

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Which of the following is considered a defensive driving skill or technique?

Maintain the correct speed.

Do not drive if you are very weary.

Keep your vehicle in good condition.

All of the above.

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What should you do if an oncoming driver fails to dim their headlights?

It is difficult to judge a motorcycle's speed.

Motorcycles are hard to see.

It is hard to judge how far away a motorcycle is.

All of the above.

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What lights does a school bus driver usually flash before stopping to load passengers?

red lights.

green lights.

red warning lights.

yellow warning lights.

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What does the New York State occupant restraint law require?

is meant to restrain the use of seat belts.

also applies to visitors from outside New York State.

applies to New York State residents only.

applies to passengers 16 years or older.

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What is it called when tires ride on water instead of the road during heavy rain?

pavement-planing.

rideplaning.

hydroplaning.

waterplaning.

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When are left turns on a red light permitted?

Never.

in school zones.

from a one-way street into a one-way street.

at intersections, after stopping, if the way is clear.

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What should you do if you have a green light but traffic ahead prevents you from clearing the intersection?

Wait until traffic ahead clears, so you do not block the intersection.

Enter the intersection with caution.

Enter the intersection and wait until traffic ahead clears.

Wait for the next green light.

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What happens if you stay in the back blind spot of a large vehicle?

you increase the chance of a crash.

you can reduce fuel consumption.

the large vehicle will take much longer to stop.

All of the above.

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If you are involved in a crash and must move an injured person, you should:

pull the victim feet first away from the danger.

if there are wires down, go near them.

keep the back and neck as straight as possible.

None of the above.

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Can three motorcyclists ride next to each other in a single lane?

Yes, but they must have at least 3 years experience riding motorcycles.

Yes, up to three motorcyclists are allowed to ride side-by-side in a single lane.

No, motorcyclists are never allowed to ride side-by-side in a single lane.

No. Two motorcyclists are allowed to ride side-by-side in a single lane, but not three.

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Which of the following alcoholic beverages can raise BAC by approximately 0.02%?

20 oz. can of beer (5% alcohol)

5 oz. glass of wine (12% alcohol)

3 oz. liquor (80 proof)

All of the above.

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What are HOV lanes used for?

will soon be replaced by VIP lanes.

assure the most important people get to their destination faster.

promote the most efficient use of limited street and highway capacity.

are reserved for law enforcement vehicles.

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If you plan to drink at a social event with friends, what should you do?

avoid alternating between drinks with alcohol and drinks without any alcohol.

stop drinking several minutes before you intend to leave.

arrange to ride home with a friend who does not drink.

make alcohol the focus of the event.

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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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