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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 4

What’s the proper technique for cornering?

a) Brake hard in the middle

b) Look through the turn, slow before entering

c) Lean against the bike

d) Stop completely

✔ Correct: b

When approaching a railroad crossing, you should:

a) Cross at a sharp angle

b) Accelerate quickly

c) Cross at a 90° angle if possible

d) Ride on the edge

✔ Correct: c

What does a pentagon-shaped sign mean?

a) No entry

b) School zone or crossing

c) Yield ahead

d) Caution

✔ Correct: b

When is the road most slippery?

a) Just after rain starts

b) During light drizzle

c) After hours of rain

d) In fog

✔ Correct: a

You should check your mirrors:

a) Once per ride

b) Only when changing lanes

c) Frequently while riding

d) Only in traffic

✔ Correct: c

What gear should a motorcyclist wear at night?

a) Dark colored clothes

b) Leather only

c) Reflective/bright gear

d) Baggy clothes

✔ Correct: c

When riding over metal grates, you should:

a) Brake often

b) Change direction quickly

c) Relax, maintain speed and direction

d) Speed up

✔ Correct: c

What is the correct posture for a passenger?

a) Sit loose and relaxed

b) Sit upright, hold rider, and feet on pegs

c) Lean opposite to turns

d) Move around to balance

✔ Correct: b

What should you do if your chain comes off?

a) Pull over and stop safely

b) Ride slowly

c) Ignore it

d) Speed up

✔ Correct: a

Which road surface offers least traction?

a) Dry concrete

b) Gravel or sand

c) New asphalt

d) Wet painted lines

✔ Correct: b

What does this sign mean? 🛑

a) Go slowly

b) Yield

c) Stop

d) Merge

✔ Correct: c

When should both brakes be used?

a) Only in emergencies

b) Every time you stop

c) Only on curves

d) At night

✔ Correct: b

What does a solid yellow center line mean?

a) Passing allowed both sides

b) Passing only on right

c) No passing

d) U-turn permitted

✔ Correct: c

What helps most with emergency stops?

a) Rear brake only

b) Engine kill switch

c) Using both brakes evenly

d) Downshifting

✔ Correct: c

Where are blind spots usually located?

a) Directly in front

b) To the side and rear of vehicles

c) In mirrors

d) Behind helmet

✔ Correct: b

If your engine locks while riding, you should:

a) Pull in the clutch

b) Accelerate

c) Downshift

d) Hit the brakes

✔ Correct: a

What is a safe following distance?

a) 1 second

b) 2 seconds

c) 3-4 seconds

d) 10 seconds

✔ Correct: c

What should you do at a four-way stop?

a) Go first always

b) Wait until all cars stop

c) Yield to vehicle on right

d) Honk and go

✔ Correct: c

How do you stabilize a motorcycle in a curve?

a) Pull handlebars back

b) Grip with knees, roll throttle

c) Lean handlebars hard

d) Brake in the turn

✔ Correct: b

What does a “No Passing Zone” sign mean?

a) You may pass

b) Caution while passing

c) Passing prohibited

d) Trucks only

✔ Correct: c