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To apply for a learner permit or driver license in New York State (NYS), you must complete an Application for Driver License (MV-44). You must pass a vision and written test and pay the application and license fees. The NY DMV written test covers the contents of the New York Driver's Manual, including road rules, road signs, driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, as well as other driving and safety rules. The New York State knowledge test consists of 20 multiple choice questions. To pass the NYS DMV test, you must correctly answer at least 14 questions, and at least 2 of the 4 questions about road signs.

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Motorcycle DMV Practice Test – Set 5

Before changing lanes, you must:

a) Honk

b) Check mirrors and blind spot

c) Speed up

d) Ride in center lane

✔ Correct: b

What’s the benefit of a staggered formation in group riding?

a) Looks cool

b) Allows more space & visibility

c) Makes riding closer

d) Keeps riders in blind spots

✔ Correct: b

On a slippery surface, you should:

a) Accelerate quickly

b) Lean more

c) Avoid sudden moves

d) Ride in zig-zags

✔ Correct: c

What does a red light mean?

a) Stop completely

b) Slow down

c) Turn only

d) No U-turn

✔ Correct: a

What is counter-steering?

a) Turning opposite direction to go right

b) Using rear brake

c) Jumping the curve

d) Twisting throttle

✔ Correct: a

When approaching a roundabout:

a) Enter quickly

b) Yield to traffic in roundabout

c) Stop always

d) Turn left

✔ Correct: b

What’s the use of the clutch in slow-speed control?

a) Speed boost

b) Engage “friction zone”

c) Disable lights

d) Lock wheels

✔ Correct: b

The best place to position your motorcycle at night is:

a) Center lane

b) Place that makes you most visible

c) Right edge of road

d) Directly behind trucks

✔ Correct: b

What’s one major reason for motorcycle crashes at intersections?

a) Riders turning without signals

b) Cars not seeing motorcycles

c) Flat tires

d) Loud exhaust

✔ Correct: b

What gear should be worn regardless of weather?

a) Just jacket

b) Full protective gear including helmet

c) Cap and sunglasses

d) None

✔ Correct: b

What is the minimum tire tread depth required?

a) 2/32 inch

b) 1/16 inch

c) 1/8 inch

d) No limit

✔ Correct: a

How can you avoid target fixation?

a) Keep eyes on the hazard

b) Look where you want to go

c) Ride slower

d) Close eyes briefly

✔ Correct: b

If the front tire goes flat, what should you do?

a) Hit rear brake

b) Shift weight to rear and steer straight

c) Swerve

d) Jump off

✔ Correct: b

In heavy traffic, lane position should:

a) Be consistent

b) Change rapidly

c) Always be left

d) Put you in blind spot

✔ Correct: a

What does this road sign mean? ➡️

a) Curve ahead

b) One-way traffic

c) Detour

d) Right turn only

✔ Correct: d

What’s the best way to communicate your intentions?

a) Rev engine

b) Use signals and body position

c) Stare at other drivers

d) Ride close

✔ Correct: b

What is an “open-face” helmet’s drawback?

a) Covers chin

b) Less protection for face

c) Reduces visibility

d) Too hot

✔ Correct: b

Where should your eyes be while turning?

a) On mirrors

b) Looking down

c) Looking through the turn

d) Closed

✔ Correct: c

What’s the safest response to a tailgater?

a) Speed away

b) Brake check

c) Let them pass

d) Ride slower

✔ Correct: c

What does a white rectangular sign usually indicate?

a) Warning

b) Regulatory (laws, rules)

c) Detour

d) Construction

✔ Correct: b