New York Permit Practice Test

A flashing red light in New York is treated like a stop sign, meaning drivers must come to a complete stop before proceeding.

If you miss your highway exit in New York, you should continue to the next exit. It is illegal and dangerous to reverse or make a U-turn on the highway.

In New York, using a hand-held cell phone while driving results in a fine and points on your driving record.

In New York, vehicles are prohibited from driving in bike lanes except when making a turn or parking.

In New York, drivers must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in crosswalks, even if there are no traffic signals.

If your car skids on ice, steering into the skid helps you regain control of the vehicle.

In most urban areas in New York, the default speed limit is 30 mph unless signs indicate otherwise.

You can pass a vehicle on the left in New York when the vehicle ahead is making a left turn, provided there is enough room on the road to do so safely.

In New York, using a handheld electronic device while driving is prohibited, except in emergency situations.

It is illegal to pass another vehicle by driving on the shoulder in New York, except in emergencies directed by police.

New York law requires drivers to signal for at least 100 feet before making a lane change on a highway.

The speed limit in most New York school zones is 20 mph when children are present, to ensure the safety of students crossing the street.

New York law requires drivers to stop at least 20 feet from a school bus when its red lights are flashing, whether approaching or following the bus.

Drivers should be looking 10 to 12 seconds ahead in urban areas to anticipate potential hazards and allow enough time to react.

New York law requires all drivers to stop for a school bus when its red lights are flashing, whether approaching from behind or the opposite direction.

In New York, drivers can obtain a full, unrestricted driver’s license at 18 years old, though a restricted junior license can be obtained at a younger age.

If your vehicle starts to hydroplane, you should steer into the skid and ease off the accelerator to regain control without braking.

Leaving the scene of an accident involving property damage in New York can result in fines, points on your license, and potential jail time.

New York law requires drivers to park at least 15 feet away from a fire hydrant to allow access for emergency services.

New York law requires all drivers and passengers, regardless of age or seating position, to wear seatbelts at all times.