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New York DMV permit practice test 10

25 questions written from the New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21), covering sharing the road, parking, safe and defensive driving, licensing laws and penalties, alcohol and drugs and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real New York DMV test has 20 questions and you need 14 right.

25 questions
  1. Question 1Where there is no bicycle lane, where must a bicyclist ride?

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    B: Near the right curb or edge of the road or on a right shoulder. Without a bike lane, cyclists must stay near the right curb or edge or on the right shoulder, except when preparing for a left turn or avoiding hazards. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Bicyclists, page 69.

  2. Question 2How close may you park, stop or stand to a pedestrian safety area, unless another distance is marked?

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    D: 30 feet. You cannot park, stop or stand within 30 feet of a pedestrian safety area unless another distance is marked. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Parking Regulations, page 43.

  3. Question 3A driver is convicted of carrying an unrestrained 10-year-old passenger. The penalty can include:

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    B: A fine of $25 to $100 and three points. For each passenger under 16 not properly restrained, the driver can face a $25 to $100 fine and three license points. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Seat Belts, Child Safety Seats and Air Bags, page 48.

  4. Question 4A junior permit or license holder is convicted of one serious traffic violation (three points or more). What happens?

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    B: A 60-day suspension. Junior permits and licenses are suspended for 60 days for a serious violation (three points or more) or two other violations. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Special Rules for Drivers with Junior Permits and Licenses, page 19.

  5. Question 5If you refuse a chemical test after an arrest and a DMV hearing confirms the refusal, your license will be:

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    B: Revoked even if you are found not guilty of the alcohol or drug charge. Refusal is a separate issue; if a DMV hearing confirms the refusal, your license will be revoked even if you are found not guilty of the alcohol or drug charge. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Chemical Tests, page 56.

  6. Question 6Do daytime running lights satisfy New York's requirement to use headlights in bad weather?

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    B: No. Daytime running lights do not qualify as headlights; you must turn on your headlights. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Driving in Rain, Fog or Snow, page 63.

  7. Question 7At a crash scene, when should you move an injured person?

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    B: Only if necessary because of fire or another life-threatening danger. Do not move an injured person unless it is necessary because of fire or another life-threatening danger; keep the back and neck straight. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Emergency First-Aid, page 77.

  8. Question 8If there are multiple tracks at a crossbuck sign, what does the sign show?

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    B: The number of tracks. If there are multiple train tracks, the crossbuck sign shows the number of tracks. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Railroad Crossing Signals, page 61.

  9. Question 9An edge line that angles toward the center of the road means:

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    B: The road is narrower ahead. An edge line that angles toward the center of the road shows that the road is narrower ahead. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Pavement Markings: Edge and Lane Lines, page 31.

  10. Question 10Does New York's Move Over Law apply to a tow truck or other hazard vehicle stopped with amber lights flashing?

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    B: Yes, it also covers hazard vehicles with amber lights. The law covers authorized emergency or hazard vehicles stopped with emergency lights, amber hazard lights, or amber and blue lights activated, as well as vehicles with blue and green lights. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Move Over Law, page 35.

  11. Question 11What is the first step of a three-point turn?

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    B: Signal right, pull over to the right and stop. Signal right, pull over to the right and stop; then signal left and check carefully for traffic before turning across the road. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): U-Turns: To make a three-point turn, page 38.

  12. Question 12A driver is tailgating you. What should you do?

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    B: Move to another lane if possible, or slow down and pull off to let them pass. Move to another lane, or reduce speed and pull off the road to let them by. Don't press the brakes suddenly; it may startle them and escalate to road rage. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Allow Yourself Space, page 47.

  13. Question 13How many bicyclists may ride side by side in a single lane?

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    B: Two. Bicyclists must never travel more than two side-by-side in a single lane. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Bicyclists, page 69.

  14. Question 14Which of these is a place where you may never park, stop or stand?

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    B: On a bridge or in a tunnel. Statewide rules prohibit parking, stopping or standing on a bridge or in a tunnel, among other places. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Parking Regulations, page 43.

  15. Question 15A child under age 4 must ride in:

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    B: A federally approved child safety seat attached by a seat belt or LATCH. Children under four must be in a federally approved child safety seat attached by a safety belt or LATCH system. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Seat Belts, Child Safety Seats and Air Bags, page 48.

  16. Question 16How long is the probation period for a newly licensed driver who is 18 or older?

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    B: Six months. If you are 18 or older when you pass your road test, or get a license after revocation, you are on probation for six months. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Probation Period for All Other Newly Licensed Drivers, page 19.

  17. Question 17When is your license suspended after you refuse a chemical test following an arrest?

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    B: When you are arraigned in court on the alcohol or drug charge. If you refuse the test after arrest, your license will be suspended when you are arraigned in court on the charge. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Chemical Tests, page 56.

  18. Question 18What is hydroplaning?

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    B: Tires riding on a layer of water, causing loss of traction and steering control. In heavy rain, tires can ride on water on top of the pavement, which can cause complete loss of traction and steering control. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Driving in Rain, Fog or Snow, page 63.

  19. Question 19Electrical wires are down on a crashed vehicle. What should you tell the occupants?

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    B: Stay inside until help arrives. Do not go near downed wires. If wires touch or lie near the vehicle, warn the occupants to remain inside until help arrives. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Emergency First-Aid, page 77.

  20. Question 20Deer crossing signs are placed:

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    B: In areas that have had a large number of deer-vehicle collisions. Deer crossing signs are put in areas that have had many deer-vehicle collisions, so use caution there. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): How to Avoid Collisions With Deer, page 65.

  21. Question 21When is it legal to drive across the solid edge line at the side of the road?

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    B: When told to by a police officer or authorized official, or when an official sign allows it. It is illegal to drive across the edge line except when directed by a police officer or other authorized official, or when an official sign allows it. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Pavement Markings: Edge and Lane Lines, page 31.

  22. Question 22A violation of the Move Over Law is punishable as:

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    B: A moving violation. Violations of the Move Over Law are punishable as a moving violation. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Move Over Law, page 35.

  23. Question 23During the backing part of a three-point turn, which way do you turn the steering wheel?

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    A: As far to the right as possible. After stopping facing the left curb, look again for traffic, turn the wheel as far right as possible and look behind you as you back up. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): U-Turns: To make a three-point turn, page 38.

  24. Question 24Why should you brake early and gently when preparing to stop or turn?

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    B: To give drivers behind you plenty of warning. Braking early and gently gives drivers behind you plenty of warning that you are slowing down. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Allow Yourself Space, page 47.

  25. Question 25In New York, bicyclists and passengers of what ages must wear an approved helmet?

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    B: Ages 1 to 13. Bicyclists and their passengers ages 1-13 must wear an approved helmet; adults must follow local helmet laws. New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21): Bicyclists, page 69.

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