New York Permit Practice Test

Are you preparing to take the New York State DMV written knowledge test? Well, perhaps it’s time to sharpen up your know-how in our practice test and see if you have what it takes to pass it! Think you know all your New York road signs, the laws of the road, or how to drive safely? Our New York permit practice test here will help you study and prep for the real thing…

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New York Permit Practice Test

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1) What does a sign with a truck going downhill mean?

A) Trucks should speed up

B) No trucks allowed

C) Steep grade ahead

D) Truck stop ahead

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2) What is the speed limit in most urban areas in New York unless otherwise posted?

A) 25 mph

B) 35 mph

C) 30 mph

D) 40 mph

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3) In New York, how far ahead should you look while driving in urban areas?

A) 10 to 12 seconds

B) 5 to 6 seconds

C) 20 seconds

D) 3 to 4 seconds

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4) When are you allowed to pass another vehicle by driving on the shoulder in New York?

A) Never, passing on the shoulder is illegal

B) Only in emergency situations

C) When the vehicle ahead is driving slowly

D) Only when the vehicle is turning left

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5) What is the minimum age for obtaining a full, unrestricted driver’s license in New York?

A) 16 years old

B) 18 years old

C) 21 years old

D) 17 years old

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6) What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black “T” symbol mean?

A) Traffic must turn right or left ahead

B) No turns allowed

C) Truck stop ahead

D) T-intersection ahead

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7) What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black arrow curving to the right indicate?

A) Road closed ahead

B) U-turn ahead

C) Sharp curve ahead

D) No right turn

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8) When can you legally use a handheld electronic device while driving in New York?

A) When stopped at a red light

B) Anytime if you are over 21

C) Only while driving below 30 mph

D) Only in an emergency

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9) What is the speed limit in most school zones in New York when children are present?

A) 25 mph

B) 30 mph

C) 20 mph

D) 15 mph

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10) In New York, if your car starts to skid on ice, what should you do?

A) Accelerate to regain control

B) Steer in the opposite direction

C) Steer into the skid

D) Brake hard

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11) If you are convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New York for the first time, what penalties could you face?

A) License suspension, fines, and possible jail time

B) Points on your license only

C) A warning and a small fine

D) No penalties unless involved in an accident

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12) When must headlights be used in New York?

A) From dusk to dawn

B) Only during foggy conditions

C) Only when driving on highways

D) From 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise, or during rain, snow, or fog

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13) What should you do if you see a bicyclist in your lane while driving in New York?

A) Slow down and allow at least 3 feet of space when passing

B) Honk your horn to warn them

C) Stay close behind them until they turn

D) Pass them as quickly as possible

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14) If you are approaching an intersection in New York and the traffic lights are malfunctioning, what should you do?

A) Stop only if there is cross traffic

B) Treat the intersection as a four-way stop

C) Yield to vehicles on your left

D) Proceed cautiously without stopping

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15) How far must you stop from a school bus in New York when its red lights are flashing?

A) 50 feet

B) 10 feet

C) 5 feet

D) 20 feet

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16) In New York, when can you pass a vehicle on the left?

A) When driving in a school zone

B) When you are driving below 30 mph

C) Only when the vehicle ahead is turning right

D) When the vehicle ahead is turning left, and the road has room for passing

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17) When are you allowed to make a right turn on red in New York?

A) Never

B) Only after a complete stop and checking for traffic, unless posted otherwise

C) Only if no pedestrians are present

D) Only during non-rush hours

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18) What is the penalty for fleeing the scene of an accident involving only property damage in New York?

A) Points on your license only

B) A small fine only

C) Fines, points on your license, and possible jail time

D) No penalty if no one was injured

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19) In New York, what is the penalty for driving without insurance?

A) A warning and fine only

B) No penalty unless involved in an accident

C) Vehicle impoundment

D) License suspension and fines

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20) What should you do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane on a wet road in New York?

A) Slam on the brakes

B) Steer into the skid and ease off the accelerator

C) Accelerate to regain control

D) Shift to a higher gear

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