NEW YORK DMV PRACTICE TEST
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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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What is the average total stopping distance of a tractor+trailer with hot brakes?
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193 feet.
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430 feet.
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243 feet.
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683 feet.
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2.
Pedestrians must:
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Obey traffic signals and traffic officers.
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Face traffic as they walk.
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Never stand in the road to hitchhike.
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All of the above.
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3.
You are waiting in an intersection trying to turn left. You should:
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Turn the steering wheel to the left and complete your turn when you can do so safely.
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Clear the intersection as soon as possible.
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Wait until traffic headed toward you stops for a red light.
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Keep your wheels straight and wait until there is no oncoming traffic before completing the turn.
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4.
This road sign means:
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Right lane closed.
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No turns are allowed on this road.
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Winding road ahead.
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Do not enter.
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5.
A BAC of more than ___ percent is legal evidence that you are impaired.
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0.05
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0.08
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0.008
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0.005
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6.
To maintain an adequate "space cushion" around their vehicle, drivers need to:
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Control their speed to suit the road conditions.
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Keep a safe distance between their car and the vehicle in front.
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The other answers are all correct.
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Adjust their speed based on traffic conditions.
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7.
All bicycles used after dark must have:
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Emergency flashers.
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A headlight and a red taillight.
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Brake lights.
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Red reflectors on the front and rear fenders.
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8.
Never put an infant:
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In a forward-facing child safety seat in the back seat.
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In a rear-facing child safety seat in the front seat of a car that has a passenger air bag.
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In a child safety seat at night.
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In a car.
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9.
In heavy rain, tires can begin to ride on the water that is on top of the road pavement. This is called:
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Waterplaning.
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Pavement-planing.
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Rideplaning.
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Hydroplaning.
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10.
You are approaching an intersection when the signal turns yellow. You should:
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Ignore the light and continue driving through the intersection.
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Slow down and proceed with caution through the intersection.
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Speed up to get through the intersection before the red light comes on.
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Stop, if you can do so safely. If you cannot stop safely, proceed through the intersection with caution.
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