NEW YORK ROAD RULES TEST 3

The NY written driving test is a mandatory exam for anyone seeking a learner’s permit or driver’s license in New York.

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New York Road Rules Test 03

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You must turn your headlights on...?

Between sunset and sunrise

Between one hour after sunset and one hour after sunrise

Between 30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise

Between 30 minutes before sunset and 30 minutes after sunrise

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A driver with their left arm pointing horizontally out of the window is indicating what?

They want you to back off

They are turning right

They are turning left

They are stopping

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What percentage of crashes involve rear end collisions?

40%

50%

20%

30%

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A red light means...?

You must stop

All answers are correct

You may proceed

You may turn right or left

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As long as your vehicle is registered to you, you must carry liability insurance for a minimum of how much against the death of one person?

$25,000

$100,000

$75,000

$50,000

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To avoid drowsy driving, you should not drive within what time of waking up?

25 minutes

5 minutes

15 minutes

10 minutes

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When passing a vehicle using the oncoming traffic lane, you must not do so unless you can safely return to the right-hand lane before any oncoming vehicle gets within what distance of you?

100 feet

300 feet

50 feet

200 feet

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A no parking sign means...?

You may only park if all other parking places are full

You may stop provided you do not leave your vehicle

You must not stop under any circumstances

You may temporarily stop to load/discharge merchandise or passengers

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If you miss your exit on the expressway, what should you do?

Back up on the furthest right-hand lane

Drive over the median

Go on to the next exit

Any of these

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If you are involved in a crash that has to be reported to the DMV, you must do so within...?

10 days

60 days

30 days

90 days

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When turning left from a two-way road into a two-way road, you should begin your turn from...?

As close to the right-hand side of the road as possible

As close to the centre line as possible

As close to the centre of your lane as possible

Any of these

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If you have any passengers under 16 not wearing a seatbelt or restrained with a child restraint system, you can be fined up to how much?

$50

$75

$25

$100

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On a two lane highway, there are two solid lines running down the middle of the road. What does this mean?

Only drivers on your side may pass

No passing from either side

Only oncoming drivers may pass

Both sides may pass when safe to do so

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If a probationary or junior license holder is convicted of a first offense of using a hand-held mobile telephone while driving, they will have their license suspended for...?

60 days

120 days

30 days

15 days

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When you enter a roundabout, you should start signaling for your exit...?

One second before you reach your exit

Immediately you pass the exit before yours

As soon as you enter the roundabout

20 feet before you reach your exit

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Which of these should you avoid when driving?

Arguing with passengers

All of them

Using cell phones

Eating

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A first offense of aggravated driving while intoxicated can incur a maximum of what fine and/or jail term?

$2500/1 year

$5000/2 years

$500/3 months

$1500/6 months

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When a railroad crossing has lowered crossing gates, a bell ringing and/or flashing red lights, you must stop at least how far from the tracks?

10 feet

20 feet

15 feet

5 feet

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When approaching a yield sign...?

Pedestrians must yield to you

Oncoming traffic must yield to you

You are required to come to a full stop

You must slow down and be prepared to stop

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You must not park within what distance of a crosswalk at an intersection?

30 feet

20 feet

40 feet

10 feet

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You must switch your headlights to low beam when you come within what distance of an oncoming vehicle?

125 feet

1000 feet

250 feet

500 feet

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The minimum sanction for a first offense of passing a stopped school bus is what?

$100

$200

$400

$300

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Most automobile skids are the result of...?

Poor tires

The size of the car

Poor road conditions

Driving too fast

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What percentage of highway deaths in New York state involve the use of alcohol or drugs?

15%

10%

20%

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Which of these offenses will result in five points on your record?

Safety restraint violation involving person under 16

Improper passing

Railroad crossing violation

Failing to yield right-of-way

Your score is

Administered by the New York Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), the test assesses an applicant’s knowledge of traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving techniques through multiple-choice questions. Preparing with the official Driver’s Manual and online practice tests is highly recommended to ensure success. Passing the NY written driving test is the first step toward gaining on-road driving experience with supervision. It ensures that new drivers have the essential knowledge to operate a vehicle safely and responsibly on New York roads.

Practicing with the New York permit test study questions helps you get ready for the exam by familiarizing you with the format, reinforcing driving rules, highlighting areas for improvement, and boosting your confidence.