New York DMV Practice Test Questions 1

A five-ounce glass of wine is equivalent to:

One 12-ounce can of beer

This sign (H →) indicates:

Hospital ahead and to the right

If you are parallel-parked next to a curb, you may exit the vehicle on the traffic side only when:

When you won’t interfere with oncoming vehicles.

On long trips, you can prevent drowsiness by:

Taking breaks at regular intervals for a rest.

You hit a parked vehicle and cannot find the owner. What should you do?

Leave a note with your name and address on the parked vehicle.

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is affected by all of the following, except:

Your level of physical fitness.

What are 3 factors by which BAC is affected?

• Your body weight.

• How much you drink.

• How much time passes between drinks.

After you have passed a car or another vehicle, you may return to the right lane when you:

See the front bumper of the other car/vehicle in your rearview mirror.

Texting while operating a vehicle is:

Strictly prohibited.

Why is driving at night more challenging than driving during the day?

Visibility is reduced in the dark.

Crossbuck signs indicate:

Railroad crossings

Before reversing out of your driveway, you notice children playing nearby. What should you do?

Walk to the back of the car to be sure the way is clear.

When driving in the rain, what headlights should you use and why?

Low beam headlights; high beams project light straight forward, which will reflect off the rain, increase glare and reflect back into your eyes and other drivers’ peripheral.

When you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:

Not assume that the other driver will make room for you to return to your lane.

When a green light changes to yellow as you enter an intersection, what should you do?

Continue moving and clear the intersection safely.

This sign means:

Slippery when wet

When you intend to change lanes, you should never:

Move into another lane while within an intersection.

This sign means:

Hill ahead

A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means:

Yield Sign — Reduce speed and be ready to stop if needed.