NY 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.
Updated for 2026 DMV rules.
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Does the New York State law allow drivers to plea bargain to an offense related to alcohol or drugs?
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Yes, always.
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No, never.
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Yes, but only if it is your first conviction.
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Yes, but only if you are under 21 years of age.
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What is a likely effect when you take another drug while you drink alcohol?
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If the drug is over-the-counter, there are no effects.
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The effects of the alcohol and the drug are enhanced.
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The effects of alcohol are reduced by the drug.
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There are no effects, unless the drug is prescription only.
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3.
Under Leandra’s Law, drivers who are convicted of driving while intoxicated with a child less than 16 years old in the vehicle may be charged with a class E felony, punishable by up to ____________ in State prison.
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18 months
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three years
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one year
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four years
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Drivers who drive while intoxicated or impaired by drugs and cause the death of a child less than 16 years of age in the vehicle may be charged with a class B felony, punishable by up to ________ in State prison.
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2 years
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50 years
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10 years
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25 years
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5.
DWI stands for:
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Driving With Intelligence.
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Driving Without Instructions.
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Drinking Water Intermittently.
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Driving While Intoxicated.
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6.
This road sign means:
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Dangerous curve.
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Slippery when wet.
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Winding road.
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Side road ahead.
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7.
You must report to DMV any traffic crash or incident that involves:
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$1,000 or more in property damage.
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A personal injury.
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A fatality.
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All of the above.
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8.
This road sign means:
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No passing zone.
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One way.
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Divided highway ahead.
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Left lane must turn left.
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What are the effects of drinking alcohol while taking prescription drugs?
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Alcohol may decrease the adverse side effects.
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The combination will eliminate any possible effects.
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Medicines may lower you BAC.
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The combination may increase the impairing effects of both.
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10.
When taking medication before driving, you should:
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Consult your physician and/or pharmacist regarding any prescription medication and its possible effects on driving.
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Drive 20 MPH below the posted speed limit.
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Follow other vehicles closely.
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All of the above.
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TEST #1
Question 3 of 36
Negotiating Intersections
3. If an intersection has crosswalk lines but no STOP line, where must you stop for a red light?
After the crosswalk.
On the crosswalk.
Before the stop line.×
Before the crosswalk.✓
Explanation
If there is no stop line at a red light, you must stop before the crosswalk — it’s always illegal to stop on it.