New York Practice Test 19

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What does a flashing red light signify?

Drive with caution.

The same as a STOP sign.

Go, but yield the right-of-way to other traffic at the intersection.

The light will soon change to steady red.

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What is the minimum distance you must maintain when parking near a traffic light, STOP sign, or YIELD sign?

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How much in advance should you activate your turn signals to ensure other drivers notice your intention?

AFTER you move.

BEFORE you move.

even if they are short sighted.

if it’s raining.

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What actions must you take after stopping for a school bus?

turn off your engine.

None of the above.

pass the bus before the red lights stop flashing.

wait until the yellow lights stop flashing.

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What should be your initial response if your wheels drift off the pavement?

Try pumping the gas pedal to increase pressure.

Pull over to the right and sound your horn to warn the other drivers.

Pull the steering wheel back.

Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.

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Which types of drugs can impair your ability to drive?

Marijuana.

A cold remedy.

Tranquilizers.

All of the above.

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What is the default speed limit in New York City if no signs are posted?

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What steps should you take when getting ready to make a right turn at an intersection?

Yield to bicyclists coming from the opposite direction.

Signal your turn, check for bicyclists, and do not turn directly in front of a bicyclist.

Honk your horn.

All of the above.

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Is it possible to get a ticket for not following a flagger's instructions?

No, flaggers are not law enforcement officers.

Yes, but only if there are no road signs.

No, a flagger does not have the same authority as a sign.

Yes, flaggers have the same authority as a sign.

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What is the definition of an "expressway"?

a road without a median, regardless of the number of lanes.

a road with one or two lanes arranged within a single carriageway with no median to separate traffic.

any divided highway where traffic moves in one direction on two or more lanes.

any undivided highway where traffic moves in two directions.

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How many alcohol- or drug-related driving convictions must a person have in their lifetime for the DMV to deny a reinstatement application for a revoked license?

Five

Two

Three

Four

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How should you respond when confronted by an aggressive driver?

Remain calm and relaxed.

Try to move away safely.

Report aggressive drivers to law enforcement authorities.

All of the above.

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How is a slow-moving vehicle identified by a symbol?

A reflective red square

A reflective orange triangle

A reflective yellow diamond

A reflective white triangle

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According to New York State’s “zero tolerance” law, what blood alcohol content (BAC) level is prohibited for drivers under 21?

a BAC of more than .05 percent

a BAC of more than .08 percent

a BAC of more than .15 percent

any BAC that can be measured (.02 to .07).

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What does a flashing yellow light indicate?

The light will soon change from green to red.

Drive with caution.

Yield the right-of-way to other traffic at the intersection.

You have the right-of-way.

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Within how many years of a prior conviction for AGG-DWI, DWI, DWAI-Drug, or DWAI-Combination can a new DWI charge be classified as a felony?

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If your car stalls on railroad tracks and a train is approaching, what should you do after evacuating yourself and your passengers?

get back into the vehicle.

signal the train to stop.

cross the tracks.

run toward the train but stay off the tracks.

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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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