New York DMV practice test 1

1. What is the minimum distance other drivers must be able to see your vehicle from when making a U-turn?

1. 500 feet (150 m) away in either direction.
2. 100 feet (30 m) away in either direction.
3. 250 feet (75 m) away in either direction.
4. As far as the next intersection.

2. According to the handbook, what is the correct procedure if your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks and a train is approaching?

1. Stay in the vehicle and wait for the train to pass.
2. Release your seat belt, leave the vehicle, and run toward the direction the train is coming from.
3. Shift into neutral and push the vehicle off the tracks immediately.
4. Turn on your emergency lights and wait inside the car until the train stops.

3. What should you do if your headlights suddenly go out while driving?

1. Turn off all lights to conserve battery.
2. Stop immediately in the middle of the lane.
3. Try your emergency lights, parking lights, and directional signals.
4. Drive with your high beams on.

4. What action is recommended if another driver is tailgating you?

1. Maintain your current speed and distance to avoid disrupting traffic.
2. Move to another lane if possible or reduce speed and pull off the road to let the driver go by.
3. Brake suddenly to force the driver behind you to slow down.
4. Increase your speed to create more distance between your vehicle and the one behind you.

5. Why should you leave extra space when stopping behind a truck or bus on a hill?

1. The truck or bus could move backward slightly when it starts.
2. Trucks require more time to accelerate than passenger cars.
3. The driver of the truck may not see your vehicle in the mirror.
4. You need space to pass the truck if it stalls.

6. Where should an infant in a rear-facing child safety seat be placed if the vehicle has a passenger air bag?

1. In the back seat
2. In the front passenger seat
3. In the front seat with the air bag disabled
4. On the driver's lap

7. What is the required maneuver for an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) crossing a highway?

1. Come to a stop, yield to traffic, and cross at a 90-degree angle.
2. Slow down and merge into traffic without stopping.
3. Cross at a diagonal angle to minimize time on the road.
4. Yield only if there is a stop sign present.

8. What does a diamond symbol on the roadway indicate?

1. The lane is reserved for buses, HOV vehicles, bicycles, or other special vehicles.
2. The lane is reserved for emergency vehicles only.
3. The lane is for turning left only.
4. The lane is ending and drivers must merge left.

9. What is the minimum age requirement to drive in New York State, even if holding a valid out-of-state license?

1. Under 16 years of age
2. Under 18 years of age
3. Under 21 years of age
4. Under 14 years of age

10. According to the handbook, how far before reaching an exit ramp must you signal your intention to exit?

1. At least 100 feet (30 m) before the exit ramp.
2. Exactly 50 feet before the exit ramp.
3. Only after you have entered the exit ramp.
4. When you are within 1 mile of the exit.

11. How long is the suspension period for a junior permit holder convicted of a serious traffic violation?

1. 60 days
2. 30 days
3. 90 days
4. 120 days

12. When making a left turn, where should a driver specifically look for pedestrians?

1. On the other side of the road on your left.
2. On your right side.
3. Only in the rearview mirror.
4. In the center of the intersection.

13. When is it permissible to pass another vehicle on the right?

1. Only when necessary and safe.
2. Whenever the left lane is occupied by a slower vehicle.
3. Only on limited access expressways.
4. Whenever you are in a hurry to reach your destination.

14. According to the handbook, what must a driver do when approaching a crosswalk where there is no traffic control signal?

1. Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians, particularly if they are in the crosswalk or there is potential danger.
2. Stop only if the pedestrian has already stepped off the curb.
3. Proceed with caution, as pedestrians must wait for the driver to pass first.
4. Honk the horn to alert the pedestrian before proceeding through the intersection.

15. What is the correct procedure for bicyclists when a bicycle lane is available?

1. They must ride in the bicycle lane.
2. They may choose to ride in the bicycle lane or the main travel lane.
3. They must ride in the main travel lane to be more visible to drivers.
4. They must ride on the right shoulder regardless of lane availability.

16. If you are driving on the side of the road with a solid line next to a broken line, when are you permitted to cross the line?

1. Only to make a left turn into a driveway.
2. Whenever traffic is light.
3. Whenever you need to pass a slower vehicle.
4. Only when directed by a police officer.

17. When a school bus has its red lights flashing, what action are you required to take?

1. Stop for the bus.
2. Slow down but do not stop.
3. Pass the bus if the opposite lane is clear.
4. Honk your horn to alert the driver.

18. What is the required visibility distance for a bicycle's red taillight behind the bicycle?

1. At least 100 feet behind
2. At least 200 feet behind
3. At least 300 feet behind
4. At least 500 feet behind

19. When approaching an intersection with a stop line, where must you stop?

1. Before you reach the stop line.
2. Directly on top of the stop line.
3. After passing the stop line to see pedestrians.
4. At the crosswalk, ignoring the stop line.

20. When must you use your headlights according to the law?

1. From one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise, when visibility is less than 1,000 feet, or when using windshield wipers.
2. Only when driving on rural expressways with a speed limit of 65 mph.
3. Only when the sun is directly overhead and glare is present.
4. Whenever you are driving on a divided highway with two or more lanes.