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To apply for a learner permit or driver license in New York State (NYS), you must complete an Application for Driver License (MV-44). You must pass a vision and written test and pay the application and license fees. The NY DMV written test covers the contents of the New York Driver's Manual, including road rules, road signs, driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, as well as other driving and safety rules. The New York State knowledge test consists of 20 multiple choice questions. To pass the NYS DMV test, you must correctly answer at least 14 questions, and at least 2 of the 4 questions about road signs.
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You may cross a single solid white line on the highway:
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To pass another vehicle.
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When obstructions on the road make it necessary.
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Only to turn left.
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At any time.
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2.
Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when:
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You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks.
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You are following a bicyclist or motorcyclist across railroad tracks.
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The traffic light is green.
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You are not wearing safety belts.
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You are making a left turn from a two-way street into a one-way street. When you have completed the turn your car should be:
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In the left lane of the street.
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In the center of the street.
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In the lane with the least traffic.
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In the right lane of the street.
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4.
In which of the following circumstances are you permitted to double park?
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Under no circumstances.
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Next to a white curb.
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If it's permitted by signs.
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To load or unload passengers.
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5.
This sign means:
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Traffic signal ahead.
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The traffic signal is not operational.
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Open intersection ahead.
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No traffic signal ahead.
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6.
A traffic light turns yellow as you enter an intersection. You:
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Should stop as quickly as possible.
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Should stop and back up.
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Should increase your speed.
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May proceed with caution.
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7.
Personal vehicles driven by volunteer firefighters responding to alarms are allowed to display:
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A fire brigade badge (fire-proof).
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Blue lights.
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A special firefighters sticker.
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Red lights.
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8.
Drivers often fail to see a motorcycle headed toward them. Why?
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It is hard to judge how far away a motorcycle is.
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It is difficult to judge a motorcycle's speed.
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Motorcycles are hard to see.
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All of the above.
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9.
Signs and markings requiring that you obey the indicated instruction are known as _____ signs.
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information
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warning
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guide
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regulatory
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10.
A yellow “X” signal over a lane means:
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You should proceed with caution.
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The lane is undergoing maintenance.
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You should move out of the lane as soon as safely possible.
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The lane is reserved for trucks and large vehicles.
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