Permit Test: 04 of 05
Free New York DMV Written Driving Practice Test 4
Prepare for your New York learner permit knowledge test with practice questions covering the rules of the road, safe driving techniques, road signs and the laws about alcohol and drug use while driving.
STUDY TOPICS
Syllabus Covered
New York Driver’s Manual and Road Signs.
TEST FORMAT
Question Pool
Multiple-choice practice questions.
YOUR GOAL
Target Pass Mark
Aim for 70% or higher.
Before You Start the Test:
Read the official New York State Driver’s Manual at least twice, and make sure you know your road signs.
What do flashing yellow lights on a school bus usually mean?
The bus is preparing to stop.
The bus is leaving the school.
You may pass the bus quickly.
The bus has broken down.
Flashing yellow lights usually warn that the school bus is preparing to stop to load or discharge passengers. Drivers should slow down and be prepared to stop.
Why should you avoid driving in the blind spots of large trucks?
The truck driver may not be able to see you.
Trucks always travel faster than cars.
Trucks cannot use turn signals.
Truck drivers cannot see the road ahead.
Large vehicles have much larger blind spots than cars. If you remain in one of these areas, the truck driver may not see your vehicle, increasing the risk of a collision.
What should you use when driving in fog, rain or falling snow?
High beams.
Parking lights only.
Low beams.
Hazard lights only.
High beams can reflect off rain, fog and snow and make it harder to see. Low beams provide better visibility in these conditions, and you should also reduce speed.
If no speed limit is posted, what is the maximum speed you should drive in New York State?
45 mph.
50 mph.
55 mph.
65 mph.
If no speed limit is posted, New York State law generally sets the maximum speed at 55 mph. You must still drive slower when road or weather conditions make the posted or legal maximum unsafe.
How far from a railroad crossing must you park at least?
10 feet.
20 feet.
30 feet.
50 feet.
New York State does not allow parking within 50 feet of a railroad crossing. This helps keep the crossing clear and improves visibility and safety.
What does this sign indicate?
Two-way traffic is ending permanently.
A sharp hairpin turn is ahead.
You are driving in the wrong direction on a one-way street.
A divided highway.
This warning sign cautions drivers about a transition point involving a physical median or barrier separating opposing lanes of traffic.
When may you pass another vehicle on the right?
Whenever the shoulder is clear.
Whenever you are in a hurry.
Only on a narrow two-way road.
When the vehicle ahead is turning left and it is safe.
New York allows passing on the right in certain situations, including when the vehicle ahead is making a left turn, provided the maneuver can be made safely and legally.
Who must yield when two vehicles approach from opposite directions and one is turning left?
The vehicle turning left.
The vehicle going straight.
The vehicle going faster.
Both vehicles must stop.
A driver turning left must yield to approaching traffic that is close enough to be a hazard. A vehicle going straight or turning right normally has the right-of-way.
What must you do when railroad crossing lights are flashing red?
Drive across quickly.
Stop at least 15 feet from the tracks.
Stop directly on the tracks.
Drive around the crossing gate.
Flashing red lights at a railroad crossing mean you must stop at least 15 feet from the tracks. You must wait until the warning signals stop and the gates are completely raised.
What is road rage?
Normal careful driving.
Using a turn signal incorrectly.
Driving below the speed limit.
An angry or hostile state that can lead to violent actions.
Road rage is an angry or hostile state that can develop into violent or criminal behavior. Aggressive driving can become road rage, but the two terms are not exactly the same.
What does a NO STOPPING sign allow you to do?
Stop briefly to pick up a passenger.
Stop only to obey a traffic sign, signal or officer.
Stop to make a phone call.
Stop to wait for a friend.
A NO STOPPING sign permits you to stop only when required by a traffic sign, signal or officer, or to prevent a conflict with other vehicles.
What is the first thing you should do if a tire suddenly blows out?
Brake hard immediately.
Turn off the engine immediately.
Turn sharply toward the shoulder.
Stay calm and keep control of the vehicle.
The DMV advises drivers not to panic during a tire blowout. Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel, maintain control and gradually reduce speed before moving safely off the road.
What should you check before turning if bicyclists may be nearby?
Only the rear-view mirror.
Your blind spots.
Only the speedometer.
Only the vehicle in front.
Bicyclists can be difficult to see in traffic. Drivers should check blind spots before turning, parallel parking, opening a door or moving from the curb.
What BAC level is evidence of intoxication in New York State?
0.02 percent.
0.05 percent.
0.08 percent.
0.18 percent.
A BAC of 0.08 percent or higher is evidence of intoxication in New York State. A BAC of more than 0.05 percent is legal evidence of impairment, while 0.18 percent or higher is evidence of aggravated DWI.
After parallel parking, how close must your vehicle be to the curb?
No more than 6 inches.
No more than 3 feet.
No more than 1 foot.
No more than 5 feet.
After parallel parking, your wheels must be no more than one foot from the curb. This helps keep the vehicle safely within the parking area and away from moving traffic.
What does a diamond symbol on a pavement indicate?
A reserved lane.
A pedestrian crossing.
A railroad crossing.
A parking area.
A diamond symbol indicates a lane reserved for buses, HOV vehicles, bicycles or other special vehicles. You may use the lane only when your vehicle meets the stated requirements.
What does New York's implied consent law mean?
Drivers agree to take certain chemical tests when required by law.
Drivers can refuse every chemical test.
Only passengers must take chemical tests.
Drivers must carry a breath-testing device.
Under New York's implied consent law, driving is considered consent to a chemical test when a police officer has the legal basis to request one. Refusing a required test can result in license penalties.
What does this sign mean?
A single sharp right curve is ahead.
Road construction with lane shifts is present.
The road ahead is winding with a series of curves.
Slippery road conditions due to ice or rain.
This sign warns drivers that the upcoming road is not straight and features multiple curves or turns, requiring a reduction in speed.
What should you do when entering a modern roundabout?
Enter immediately before other vehicles.
Yield to traffic already in the roundabout.
Stop in the center of the roundabout.
Drive clockwise around the circle.
Modern roundabouts use a yield-at-entry rule. Drivers entering must wait for a safe gap and yield to traffic already circulating in the roundabout.
What does this sign mean?
The road ahead splits into multiple highways.
The bridge ahead is narrower than the road surface.
Only pedestrian traffic is allowed ahead.
You must stop completely before crossing the bridge.
This warning sign alerts drivers that the upcoming bridge has a reduced width compared to the approaching roadway, requiring you to slow down and stay alert.