New York Practice Test 17

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What should you do when making a left turn from a one-way road onto another one-way road?

move into the right lane, or to the left side of a single lane.

move into the left lane, or to the left side of a single lane.

move into the right lane, or to the right side of a single lane.

None of the above.

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What should you do if an approaching driver does not dim their headlights?

move your eyes to the right and avoid looking directly at the bright lights.

move your eyes to the left to help avoid the glare of approaching high beams.

switch to daytime lights.

flash your headlights to low beam for a second, then return to high beam.

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What does the New York State occupant restraint law require?

seat belt use is required in taxis and emergency vehicles.

the driver is responsible for making sure that each passenger under 16 is buckled up when required.

if a vehicle is driven by a person with a Class-DJ learner permit, passengers 16 or older must wear a seat belt.

None of the above.

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What color are rear fog lights?

Amber or red.

Amber.

Red.

White.

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What is the maximum prison sentence under Leandra’s Law for a first-time DWI offender with a child under 16?

one year

three years

four years

18 months

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Can you be ticketed for driving 50 MPH on a slippery expressway if the speed limit is 55 MPH?

driving below the speed limit.

a speed “not reasonable” for the conditions.

driving on a slippery road.

None of the above.

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Do bicyclists have to follow traffic laws and signs?

Yes.

No, bicyclists are considered pedestrians when it comes to the rules of the road.

Yes, but only if they are licensed bicyclists.

Yes, but only if they are riding in a bicycle lane.

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How many feet must you park away from a railroad crossing?

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What are two motorcyclists allowed to do while riding?

share the lane with another vehicle.

race on empty roads.

exceed the posted speed limit when driving on expressways.

ride side-by-side in a single lane.

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What does an edge line angling toward the center of the road indicate?

there’s a narrow bridge ahead.

you must turn right.

the road is narrower ahead.

None of the above.

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Which of the following is incorrect about making a turn?

give a turn signal for at least 10 feet before you make the turn.

slow down to a safe turning speed.

always scan for pedestrians before starting a left turn.

not cause a pedestrian to stop.

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What should you do first if your vehicle's wheels go off the pavement?

Pull the steering wheel back.

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

Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.

Try pumping the gas pedal to increase pressure.

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Who has the right-of-way at an uncontrolled intersection when you and a driver on your right arrive at the same time?

The other driver.

Both.

No one.

You.

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How many feet in advance must you signal before making a turn or lane change?

100

200

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The driver and front-seat passengers of what age or older can be fined for not wearing a seat belt?

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Can drivers exceed the speed limit when passing another vehicle?

Yes, but only by 10 MPH or less.

No.

Yes, but only if they drive with caution.

Yes, except for school zones.

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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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