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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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A bicycle used at night must have a headlight visible from at least _____ ahead.
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500 feet
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1000 feet
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200 feet
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100 feet
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2.
Which of the following contains more alcohol?
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1½ oz. of liquor.
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5 oz. of wine.
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All these drinks contain about the same amount of alcohol.
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12 oz. of wine cooler.
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3.
In New York State, you can be arrested for driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of ___ percent or more.
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0.008
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0.08
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0.8
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0.05
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4.
Seat belt use is not required:
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In taxis.
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In emergency vehicles.
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By passengers in buses (except school buses).
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All of the above.
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5.
Which of the following is a common cause of traffic collisions?
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Distracted driving.
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Following too closely.
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Excessive speed for conditions.
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All of the above.
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6.
The New York State occupant restraint law states that:
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The driver and passengers in the front seat must wear a seat belt.
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Every occupant, no matter the age or seating position, must wear a seat belt.
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Adults in the backseat are legally required to wear a seat belt.
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All of the above.
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7.
This sign means:
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The road to the right is for one-way traffic only.
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Stay on the main highway if possible.
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Do not enter.
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Detour to the right.
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8.
When making a right turn, the driver should:
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Try to make a wide turn, when possible.
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Stay in the right-most lane before beginning the turn.
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Cancel their turn signal once they have started the turn.
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Turn into the left lane of the road they enter, unless signs direct them to do otherwise.
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9.
Any bicycle crash that causes death or serious injury must be reported to DMV within ________ of the incident.
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15 days
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30 days
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20 days
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10 days
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10.
If you are involved in a crash and must move an injured person, you should:
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Pull the victim feet first away from the danger.
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Go to prison.
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Keep the back and neck as straight as possible.
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Leave the collision site and notify the police.
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