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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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This road sign means:
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Deer crossing.
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Natural reserve ahead.
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Hunting area ahead.
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Dangerous intersection ahead.
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2.
To help relieve fatigue on a trip:
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Stop for a rest every two hours.
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Drink coffee frequently.
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Stretch your legs while driving.
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Change feet on the gas pedal.
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3.
This road sign means:
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Pedestrians ahead.
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Start of construction zone.
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Flagger ahead.
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End of construction zone.
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This road sign means:
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Yield the right-of-way to oncoming vehicles.
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No right turn.
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Low clearance.
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Do not block intersection.
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Drivers can proceed through an intersection with a stop sign, but no stop line or crosswalk:
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After slowing down to at least 15 MPH before proceeding.
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After coming to a complete stop, when it is safe to proceed.
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After slowing down to ensure there is no cross-traffic.
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After stopping at least 50 feet prior to the intersection.
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When driving, if you miss your turn, you should:
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Back up using the shoulder, but only if your missed turn is 300 feet behind you.
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Back up as soon as you realize you missed it
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Keep driving until you can safely and legally turn around.
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Signal other drivers you need to make a U-turn.
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7.
A thumping sound can be a warning:
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Of a brake failure.
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Of a steering failure.
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Of a headlight failure.
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That a tire blowout is about to occur.
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Driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs can result in:
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Possible imprisonment.
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Driver's license revocation.
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A large fine.
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All of the above.
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9.
You want to turn left at an intersection ahead. A car reaches the intersection from the opposite direction and moves straight ahead. You:
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May not enter the intersection to prepare for your left turn if the light is green.
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Can turn left. You have the right of way.
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Must make a U-turn and then turn right.
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Must wait for the car to go through before you turn.
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A diamond-shaped marking on the left lane shows that:
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The lane is reserved for trucks and heavy vehicles.
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The lane is reserved for state-owned vehicles.
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The lane is reserved for car-pool vehicles.
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This is an emergency-only lane.
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