Question 1:
Your car stalls on the tracks at a railroad crossing, and a collision with a train is imminent. After getting yourself and your passengers out of the car, you should:
A
run toward the train but stay off the tracks.
B
signal the train to stop.
C
cross the tracks.
The correct driving rule is: run toward the train but stay off the tracks. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 2:
If you are charged with DWI within __ years of having been convicted of either AGG-DWI, DWI, DWAI-Drug, or DWAI-Combination, you can be charged with felony DWI.
A
6
B
10
C
2
D
5
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: 10. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 3:
Under New York State’s “zero tolerance” law, it is a violation for a person under 21 to drive with:
A
a BAC of more than .05 percent
B
a BAC of more than .08 percent
C
a BAC of more than .15 percent
D
any BAC that can be measured (.02 to .07).
Zero Tolerance laws make it illegal for drivers under age 21 to operate a vehicle with any measurable amount of alcohol in their system (0.01% to 0.02% BAC depending on state).
Question 4:
The picture shows:
A
a railroad advance warning sign.
B
a speeding fines doubled sign.
C
a reversible road sign.
The correct driving rule is: a railroad advance warning sign. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 5:
A flashing yellow light means:
A
The light will soon change from green to red.
B
Drive with caution.
C
Yield the right-of-way to other traffic at the intersection.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: drive with caution. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 6:
What is the slow moving vehicle symbol?
A
A reflective yellow diamond
B
A reflective white triangle
C
A reflective orange triangle
The correct driving rule is: A reflective orange triangle. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 7:
What does a yellow arrow signal mean?
A
The same as the yellow light, but applies only to movement in the direction of the arrow.
B
The same as a green light.
C
Vehicles moving in all directions must stop if they can. The light will soon be red.
State laws require signaling your intention: The same as the yellow light, but applies only to movement in the direction of the arrow. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Question 8:
When an aggressive driver confronts you, you should:
A
Try to move away safely.
B
Remain calm and relaxed.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: Try to move away safely; Remain calm and relaxed. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 9:
DMV will deny any application for reinstatement of a revoked license if the applicant has _____ or more alcohol/drug related driving convictions in his/her lifetime.
A
Five
B
Two
C
Three
D
Four
Only time allows the liver to metabolize and remove alcohol from the bloodstream (roughly one standard drink per hour). Coffee, cold showers, and fresh air cannot lower BAC.
Question 10:
The sign in the picture:
A
is a Construction and Maintenance Traffic Control sign.
B
is found at most intersections and indicates that drivers must yield to other vehicles.
C
is displayed on the rear of slow moving vehicles.
The correct driving rule is: is displayed on the rear of slow moving vehicles. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 11:
Expressway” means:
A
a road without a median, regardless of the number of lanes.
B
a road with one or two lanes arranged within a single carriageway with no median to separate traffic.
C
any divided highway where traffic moves in one direction on two or more lanes.
D
any undivided highway where traffic moves in two directions.
The correct driving rule is: any divided highway where traffic moves in one direction on two or more lanes. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 12:
Can you receive a ticket for disobeying directions given by a flagger?
A
No, flaggers are not law enforcement officers.
B
Yes, but only if there are no road signs.
C
No, a flagger does not have the same authority as a sign.
D
Yes, flaggers have the same authority as a sign.
The correct driving rule is: Yes, flaggers have the same authority as a sign. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 13:
What should you do as you prepare to turn right at an intersection?
A
Honk your horn.
B
Yield to bicyclists coming from the opposite direction.
C
Signal your turn, check for bicyclists, and do not turn directly in front of a bicyclist.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: signal your turn, check for bicyclists, and do not turn directly in front of a bicyclist. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 14:
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in New York City is __ MPH.
A
55
B
25
C
30
D
35
For safe speed and stopping control: 25. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 15:
Which of the following drugs could affect your ability to drive?
A
A cold remedy.
B
Marijuana.
C
All of the above.
Alcohol and impairing substances degrade all critical driving functions: A cold remedy; Marijuana. Driving while impaired carries severe criminal and safety penalties.
Question 16:
What is the first thing you should do if your wheels move off the pavement?
A
Pull the steering wheel back.
B
Pull over to the right and sound your horn to warn the other drivers.
C
Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.
The correct driving rule is: Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 17:
After you stop for a school bus, you must:
A
turn off your engine.
B
pass the bus before the red lights stop flashing.
C
None of the above.
When a school bus displays flashing red lights and extended stop sign: None of the above. Traffic in both directions must come to a full stop on undivided roads until children are clear.
Question 18:
You should use turn signals to indicate your intention with sufficient time to allow other drivers to see the signal:
A
if it’s raining.
B
AFTER you move.
C
BEFORE you move.
State laws require signaling your intention: BEFORE you move. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Question 19:
Parking is not allowed within __ feet of a traffic light, STOP sign or YIELD sign.
A
50
B
10
C
30
D
20
Under standard parking and curb regulations: 30. Following parking distance clearances keeps roadways unobstructed and emergency lanes accessible.
Question 20:
A flashing red light means:
A
The same as a STOP sign.
B
The light will soon change to steady red.
C
Drive with caution.
When an emergency vehicle approaches with flashing lights or sirens, you must safely pull over to the right curb and stop completely until it passes.