FREE NEW YORK ROAD RULES TEST 3 - DMV PERMIT TEST NY

This online DMV Permit Test NY, with multiple choice questions, is intended to help you prepare for the New York written test that is required before you can get your driver’s license.

Rules 3

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Upon approaching an intersection in which a traffic signal is not working how should you proceed?

Proceed as though the intersection is controlled by a four-way stop sign

Yield to traffic entering the intersection

All answers are correct

Slow down and look for cars in both directions

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You are not allowed to pass a vehicle on the left when:

When approaching a curve where you cannot see ahead

All answers are correct

There is an oncoming vehicle

On a curb when driving on a hill

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The two-second rule is:

The amount of time it takes to react to a road hazard

The method to determine safe following distance

The amount of time elapsed between a mechanical failure and driver realization that the failure has occurred

The amount of time elapsed between a tire blow out and loss of control

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When there are two or more lanes, which one you should use for slow driving?

Middle lane if there is one

Right lane

Left lane

None of them

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You park your car on the side of the roaYou are facing uphill and there is no curb present. You should:

Make sure your front wheels are pointed straight

None of them

Turn the steering wheel toward the right

Turn the steering wheel toward the left

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Two sets of two yellow lines, with solid lines on the outside and broken lines on the inside, represent what?

A center left turn lane

An area you can never enter

A shared passing lane

A bus stop

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When driving at night, you can reduce the glare from an approaching car's headlights by:

Looking at the headlights of the approaching vehicle

Open and shut your eyes rapidly

Turning your lights on high beam

Looking to the lower right side of your lane

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What causes most rear-end accident?

Looking in your rearview mirror too often

Weaving in and out of traffic

Following other vehicles too closely

Failing to pay attention

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It is important to stay well behind large trucks and buses, and out of their blind spots because:

You will not be able to see very well if you follow too closely

You could be crushed between one of these vehicles and the curb if they are turning at an intersection

All answers are correct

You may not be visible to the driver if you follow too closely

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You may cross solid yellow lines:

When you need to pass slower traffic

During daylight hours only

When there is no traffic in the opposite direction

When you need to turn into a private road or driveway

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You may pass another vehicle on the right if it is waiting to:

Turn right

Turn into a driveway on the right

Turn left

Turn right

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Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction:

May complete their turn in either the right or the left lane

Must stay in the right lane at all times

Often have to use part of the left lane to complete the turn

Must stay in the left lane at all times

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When faced with low visibility conditions while driving, you should:

Slow and maintain extra space margins

All answers are correct

Search and scan more carefully

Use your defroster to keep your windows clear

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When is a normal solid white line used as pavement marking between lanes?

When traffic is flowing in the same direction and changing lanes is discouraged

When traffic is flowing in the same direction and changing lanes is prohibited

To mark freeway exits

When traffic is flowing in opposite directions

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A pedestrian using a white cane means that:

Lost

The rules of the road do not apply to the pedestrian

The pedestrian is blind

Old

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A solid yellow line on your side of the road means:

You are in a construction zone

You may pass with caution

You should reduce speed

You are in a no passing zone

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Large trucks require:

More space for turning only

More time and space for starting, stopping, and turning

More time for stopping only

Wider lanes

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Crosswalks near school are painted:

Unmarked

White

Orange

Yellow

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Directions given by a police officer overrule:

All traffic signs and signals

Traffic signs, but not traffic signals

Traffic signals, but not traffic signs

Neither traffic signs or traffic signals

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Driving off the paved roadway to pass another vehicle is allowed when:

The vehicle you are attempting to pass is turning left

There is enough room on the shoulder to do so safely

You may never drive off the paved roadway to pass

When you driving small car

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White lines on the roadway mean:

Construction lanes

Lanes of traffic move in opposite direction

Lanes of traffic move in the same direction

Same as yellow lines

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You may legally block an intersection when:

You entered on a green light

There is extremely heavy traffic

When you drive a small car

It is never legal to block an intersection

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Pedestrians walking on a highway should walk when safe:

On the left-hand side of the road

Anywhere

On the right-hand side of the road

Facing traffic

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If your wheels go off the pavement:

All answers are correct

Grip the steering wheel firmly and avoid heavy braking

When the vehicle is under control, steer toward the pavement

Take your foot off the gas pedal to slow down

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If you are going into a curve too quickly, you should:

Slam on your brakes

Pull the emergency brake and steer into the curve

Steer slightly towards the center of the road

Ease off the accelerator, and then speed up slightly as you regain traction

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A lane with a diamond symbol is for:

Lane reserved for car-pools

None of them

Lane reserved for pedestrian

Lane reserved for parking

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If you have to cross several lanes:

Cross quickly

Cross slowly

Cross two at a time only

Cross them one at a time

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When the light is red, you may make a left turn if:

You are on a one-way street and you are turning in to another one-way street

You are driving at a high speed

None of them

You are about to cross the intersection

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When driving in the fast lane, if you are tailgated, the best thing to do is?

Move to the right and let the tailgater pass

Slow down

Tap your brakes

Speed up and leave them safely behind

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Alcohol is:

A depressant

An antihistamine

A stimulant

A pain reliever

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It is recommended that you take a practice test before you take the actual written test. There are seven free practice tests for each state. First two tests cover roads signs and the other tests cover road and traffic rules.

If you have completed a defensive driving course, you may be able to save on your auto insurance premiums when buying a new or used car either by financing, leasing or through bank car loan.

Regulatory traffic signs instruct drivers what they should, or should not do, in certain circumstances. You will be asked to identify roadway signs on the NY Permit Test.

Getting Ready to Take the DMV Permit Test in New York

So you’re turning 16 and getting ready to take the first steps towards independence — driving a car. Of course, the state of New York doesn’t just let you hop behind the wheel on your birthday. After getting a learner’s permit, a parent or guardian helps you learn how to drive safely before taking a practical test to get your unrestricted driver’s license. But how do you get your learners permit?

What You Need to Know About the DMV Permit Test NY

To receive your permit, you need to provide paperwork, fill out an application, pass a vision test and a written test. The written test ensures that you understand the basic rules of the roads, and it covers state laws and road signs that you see as you drive.

The test is multiple choice and consists of 20 questions. To pass, you need to answer 14 of the 20 questions correctly and answer two of the four questions specifically about road signs correctly.

Not a native English speaker? No worries! The DMV offers the written test in 14 languages, including:

English
Albanian
Arabic
Bosnian
Chinese
French
Greek
Hebrew
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Polish
Russian
Spanish

How to Ace the Test

Like any other new information you learn, to ace the test you must study and learn. Start by downloading a copy of the New York Driver’s Manual and read through it. Believe it or not, all the answers to the written test are within the manual.

After reading through the information and studying it, visit the Driver Knowledge website to take a few practice tests. The practice tests come from information found in the driver’s manual.

Reasons to Take Practice Tests

Taking a few practice tests can help you identify any areas of weakness, so you can concentrate your study. The tests also help to familiarize you with the format of the actual test. Also, as you ace the practice, your confidence builds, so you ace the actual test.

Good luck with your studies and drive safely.