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Permit Test NY
practice questions for a NY 2016 permit test
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Driving Skills
10th Grade
09/09/2016

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Term

Parking beside this sign is permitted when...

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Definition
You have a disabled license plate
Term
Turning right on a red light in NYC is...
Definition
Prohibited unless a sign is posted
Term

When in a roundabout you should do all of the following except:

 

A) stay in your lane until ready to exit

B) yield right-a-way to pedestrians

C) signal before exiting

D) stop your vehicle before turning

Definition
D) Stop your vehicle before turning
Term
Lanes marked with a diamond symbol are...
Definition
High-occupancy vehicle lanes
Term

If you are approaching a stop sign accompanied by this sign


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it means that...

Definition
Vehicles from all four directions approaching the intersection must stop
Term
In New York state, when can a left turn be made against a red light?
Definition
When turning from a one-way street to another one-way street
Term

Before every lane change, you should...

 

A) signal your intentions

B) check your blind spots

C) check your mirrors

D) all of the above

 

Definition
D) all of the above
Term

Construction zones usually have what type of speed limit?

Definition
reduced speed limits
Term

After you stop at a red arrow and yield to pedestrians, you may turn _____ while the light is still red.

 

A) right

B) left

C) you are ever permitted to turn on a red arrow

D) right or left

Definition
C) you are never permitted to turn on a red arrow
Term
As you approach an intersection, you notice a bicycle to your left has arrived before you. Who is given right-of-way?
Definition
The bicycle
Term
Lines that separate two or more lanes of traffic traveling in the same direction are...
Definition
solid or broken white lines
Term

Before changing lanes you should do all of the following except...


A) be sure there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane

B) flash your headlights to alert other drivers

C) look for vehicles in your blind spot

D) glance over your shoulder to make sure the lane is clear

Definition
B) flash your headlights to alert other drivers
Term
In the state of New York (except New York City), when turning on a two-way road, after you stop at a solid red light and yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic, you may turn _____ while the light is still red.
Definition
right
Term
When parked alongside the curb, how close should your vehicle be to the curb?
Definition
1 foot
Term
You must not park within ____ feet of a railroad track.
Definition
50
Term
If you look at your steering wheel as a clock, what is the best hand position?
Definition
9 o'clock and 3 o'clock
Term

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This sign means...

 

Definition
The road curves ahead
Term
When approaching a flashing yellow light at an intersection, what should you do?
Definition
Slow down and proceed with caution
Term
You are approaching an intersection. A truck reaches the intersection on your right at the same time. Who is given right-of-way?
Definition
The truck, because it is to the right.
Term

An intersection where the traffic control lights are not working is treated...


A) as if it is blocked off, choose another route for travel

B) so that vehicles on the larger on the two roads has right-of-way

C) as though there is a flashing yellow light

D) like a four-way stop

Definition
D) like a four-way stop
Term
Unless posted, the maximum speed is ___ mph.
Definition
55
Term

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If you want to turn onto a road with this sign, what does it mean?

Definition
You cannot proceed because you are not allowed to enter from that direction
Term
If your signal lights are broken and you would like to signal that you are turning left, what is the correct hand-and-arm signal?
Definition
Left arm straight out the window
Term

Changing lanes does NOT include...


A) moving from one lane to another

B) entering the freeway from an on-ramp

C) turning from one road to another

D) entering the road from the shoulder

Definition
C) turning from one road to another
Term
If parked on a level street, in which directions should your tires point?
Definition
Parallel to the curb
Term

You may go around railway gates...


A) You should never go around railway gates

B) Only when you can see the train has passed

C) For light rail transit vehicle crossings only 

D) For railroad crossings only

Definition
A) You should never go around railway gates
Term

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This sign means...

Definition
You must not drive on the railroad tracks
Term
If parked near a fire hydrant, you must be at least ___ feet away from it.
Definition
15
Term

When a school bus has flashing red lights on a divided highway, you must...


A) stop only if you are traveling the opposite direction of the bus

B) stop if you are driving either direction

C) stop only if you are traveling the same direction as the bus

D) slow down and prepare to stop if you can see children

Definition
B) stop if you are driving either direction
Term
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When you approach this sign, you should... 
Definition
Keep to the left of the divider.
Term

In which of the following places is a U-turn permitted?


A) Across a double yellow line

B) On a one-way street

C) In a business district

D) On a railroad crossing

Definition
A) Across a double yellow line
Term
When turning left from a one-way street to a two-way street, which lane should you begin your turn in?
Definition
The left lane
Term

Borrowing a disabled license plate from a friend who is not with you is only permitted when...


A) if the disabled friend will not be using it that day

B) in emergency situations

C) borrowing a license plate is never permitted

D) if you are driving their vehicle as well 

Definition
C) borrowing a license plate is never permitted
Term

When parked facing uphill on the right side of the road with a curb, which way should you steer? 


A) toward the curb

B) toward the side with the least amount of vehicles

C) straight

D) away from the curb


Definition
D) away from the curb, so that the backs of your tires hit the curb if your vehicle starts rolling downhill
Term

When are you permitted to drive to the left of two solid, yellow lines?


A) When instructed to do so by traffic officers

B) When performing a U-turn

C) When turning left to leave the highway

D) All of the above

Definition
D) All of the above
Term
Which lane should you complete a right turn in?
Definition
The right lane.
Term
When driving on a two-lane road with a solid yellow center line and a broken yellow center line, are you permitted to pass the vehicle in front of you?
Definition
Yes, if the broken line is on your side.
Term

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If you are in the right lane and you see this sign, it means that...

Definition
Your lane is about to end.
Term

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This sign means...

Definition
There is a hill up ahead.
Term

Traffic moves around a roundabout in...

 

A) both directions

B) the direction indication by the traffic lights

C) a clockwise direction

D) a counter-clockwise direction

Definition
D) a counter-clockwise direction
Term

If you fail to address a traffic citation in any state except Alaska, California, Michigan, Montana, Oregon, or Wisconsin, your license will be...


A) confiscated

B) suspended

C) revoked

D) relinquished

 

Definition
B) suspended
Term

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What does this figure mean?

Definition
A pedestrian crossing is ahead; vehicles must yield
Term
What do signs warning that you are approaching a hazardous location look like?
Definition
Yellow with black letters or symbols
Term
When passing another vehicle, you must return to your lane at least ___ feet before meeting an approaching vehicle.
Definition
200
Term

What must you keep inside your vehicle as proof of insurance in the state of New York?


A) a receipt from your insurance agent

B) an insurance card showing your vehicle's VIN number, make, and model

C) your drivers license

D) all of these answers are correct 

Definition
B) an insurance card showing your vehicle's VIN number, make, and model
Term

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What does this hand sign represent?

Definition
Do not walk
Term
For better visibility during rain, snow, and fog, you must keep what kind of vehicle lights on?
Definition
low beam headlights
Term
What should you do if you miss an exit on the expressway?
Definition
Go on to the next one
Term

When should you signal before passing? 


A) If you are unsure if the driver ahead of you knows you are going to pass

B) Only when there are vehicles behind you

C) You should always signal before passing

D) On freeways of more than 2 lanes

Definition
C) You should always signal before passing
Term
What is a "no zone"?
Definition
The blind spots that a truck driver has
Term

If a traffic citation is issued and you do not respond in the allotted time...


A) You will be arrested

B) Your vehicle will be impounded

C) Your fine will increase

D) Your license will be suspended

Definition
D) Your license will be suspended
Term
If you are convicted of a DUI in most U.S. states, Ontario, or Quebec, your New York driver's license will be revoked for at least __ days 
Definition
90
Term

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You see a lane containing a white painted diamond, what does this mean? 

Definition
This is a reserved lane; e.g. bus lane, HOV lane, etc
Term
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Two cars are turning on to a divided highway. Which car has turned correctly?
Definition
Car A (red one)
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