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US New York DMV Traffic Laws Test 2

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20 questions · All questions on one page

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DMV New York — Traffic Laws DMV — New York (USA, State Traffic Law) USA — New York State DMV & FMCSA (MUTCD) — USA
What is this test? for New York DMV Traffic Laws permit/CDL, USA (MUTCD) — DMV — New York (USA, State Traffic Law) level, USA — New York.
Is this for you? For driver candidates in New York, USA — Traffic Laws permit/CDL (16+, State DMV)
Section: DMV New York — Traffic Laws · Education: High School & Adult (16+) · Part: DMV New York — Traffic Laws · Country: USA · Region: USA — New York

The DMV written test is an important step measuring driver candidates' knowledge of traffic laws, first aid, and vehicle technology.

This test reinforces your theoretical knowledge and provides the fundamentals needed to pass the exam and become a safe driver.

By solving this test of 20 questions, you can both test your knowledge and identify the topics you need to improve.

Question 1
In New York, how much space to pass a bicycle?
A) 6 inches
B) at least 3 feet
C) 10 feet
D) 1 foot
Question 2
In New York, what is distracted driving?
A) any activity taking attention off driving
B) daydreaming only
C) only texting
D) only eating
Question 3
In New York, what is the penalty for first DUI?
A) a warning only
B) free class
C) Nothing happens
D) license suspension, fines, possible jail
Question 4
In New York, when must children use booster seats?
A) only babies
B) until 18
C) never
D) until about age 8 or 4ft9 (state law varies)
Question 5
In New York, what does 'yield' mean at an intersection?
A) speed through
B) let others go first, then proceed
C) honk first
D) always stop
Question 6
In New York, who has the right-of-way to pedestrians?
A) trucks only
B) bicycles
C) pedestrians in crosswalks
D) always cars
Question 7
In New York, what should you do at a yellow light?
A) always slam brakes
B) stop if safe, else clear the intersection
C) ignore it
D) always speed up
Question 8
In New York, what is defensive driving?
A) tailgating
B) night only
C) anticipating hazards and staying ready
D) fast driving
Question 9
In New York, how often check mirrors?
A) never
B) every 5-8 seconds
C) once per trip
D) only parking
Question 10
In New York, what does a green arrow mean?
A) pedestrians go
B) U-turn only
C) protected turn in arrow direction
D) stop
Question 11
In New York, can you cross a solid white line?
A) discouraged; stay in lane
B) yes freely
C) only trucks
D) only at night
Question 12
In New York, what is an HOV lane?
A) high-occupancy vehicles (2+ people)
B) fast lane
C) exit lane
D) trucks only
Question 13
In New York, what must motorcyclists wear?
A) a DOT helmet (in most states)
B) Nothing happens
C) gloves only
D) sunglasses only
Question 14
In New York, what is the hand signal for a left turn?
A) left arm straight out
B) arm down
C) no signal
D) arm up
Question 15
In New York, what is the hand signal for a stop?
A) left arm bent down
B) arm straight
C) arm up
D) wave
Question 16
In New York, how far park from a railroad crossing?
A) on the tracks ok
B) 5 feet
C) at least 15-50 feet (never on tracks)
D) 100 feet
Question 17
In New York, what to do at a railroad crossing with flashing lights?
A) honk through
B) stop, wait until lights stop
C) speed across
D) zigzag around gates
Question 18
In New York, what is black ice?
A) oil spill
B) dark paint
C) thin invisible ice on roads
D) fresh asphalt
Question 19
In New York, what lights in fog?
A) low beams (never high beams)
B) hazards only
C) high beams
D) no lights
Question 20
In New York, what is the 3-second rule for?
A) safe following distance
B) parking
C) tire pressure
D) merging speed

About This Test

For Drivers 16+ & CDL (USA, 51 States × 9 Topics) — State DMV permit and CDL General, Air Brakes, Combination, HazMat and Tanker per MUTCD & FMCSA state law. Section: DMV & CDL, USA.

DMV & CDL USA — 51 States (incl. DC) × 9 topics = 4,400+ tests: Road Signs (MUTCD), Traffic Laws, First Aid, Vehicle Technique, Motorcycle, CDL General Knowledge, Air Brakes, Combination, HazMat. State traffic law + FMCSA. 8×20Q per state-topic.

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Study Tips:

  • Study your state manual first
  • Master signs before laws
  • Do motorcycle/CDL separately
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