Free New York DMV Practice Test 2026 (NY)

Question 1

What type of restraint must children aged 4 to 8 use in New York?

Accepted Answer

A booster seat used with a seat belt

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A lap belt only

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A front-facing car seat

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No restraint is required

Question 2

How should children under the age of 2 be restrained in a vehicle?

Accepted Answer

In a rear-facing car seat

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In a booster seat

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In a forward-facing car seat

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With a seat belt only

Question 3

Can children under the age of 12 ride in the cargo area of a pickup truck in New York?

Accepted Answer

No, it is illegal for children to ride in the cargo area of a truck

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Yes, if the truck is moving slowly

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Yes, if they are supervised by an adult

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Yes, if the truck is not on a highway

Question 4

What is the safest position for a child car seat in a vehicle?

Accepted Answer

In the back seat, in the middle position

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In the front passenger seat

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In the back seat, behind the driver

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In the back seat, behind the passenger

Question 5

What does a NO PARKING sign mean?

Accepted Answer

You may stop temporarily to load or unload passengers or goods.

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You may park but only briefly.

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You may not stop or park under any circumstances.

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You can park for up to 10 minutes.

Question 6

What does a NO STANDING sign mean?

Accepted Answer

You may stop only to load or unload passengers.

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You can park temporarily if the engine is off.

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You may not park but can load goods.

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You may park for up to 15 minutes.

Question 7

What does a NO STOPPING sign mean?

Accepted Answer

You may not stop your vehicle for any reason except to avoid a conflict with traffic.

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You may stop briefly for loading passengers.

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You may park if the engine is on.

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You may stop for deliveries.

Question 8

How far must you park from a fire hydrant in New York?

Accepted Answer

15 feet

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5 feet

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10 feet

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20 feet

Question 9

When parking on a hill with no curb, how should you position your wheels?

Accepted Answer

Turned away from the road

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Straight ahead

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Turned toward the road

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Any direction is acceptable

Question 10

How close to a curb must your vehicle be when parallel parked?

Accepted Answer

Within 12 inches

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Within 6 inches

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Within 18 inches

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Within 24 inches

Question 11

Is it legal to park on a crosswalk in New York?

Accepted Answer

No, it is illegal to park on a crosswalk at any time.

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Yes, if it’s a short stop.

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Only during non-peak hours.

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Only if no pedestrians are present.

Question 12

How far must you park from a railroad crossing in New York?

Accepted Answer

50 feet

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25 feet

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75 feet

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100 feet

Question 13

When is it illegal to park in front of a private driveway?

Accepted Answer

At all times unless you have permission from the owner

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Only if the owner complains

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Only during business hours

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Only during peak traffic hours

Question 14

Can you park in a bike lane in New York?

Accepted Answer

No, parking in a bike lane is always prohibited.

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Yes, if it’s not during rush hours.

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Yes, if you are loading passengers.

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Yes, but only for deliveries.

Question 15

What is the penalty for parking in a handicapped space without a proper permit?

Accepted Answer

$250 fine and towing

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$50 fine

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$100 fine and potential towing

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Warning only

Question 16

Is double parking allowed in New York?

Accepted Answer

No, double parking is prohibited at all times.

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Yes, if it’s for a short time.

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Only during street cleaning hours.

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Yes, if you remain in the vehicle.

Question 17

What is the main goal of defensive driving?

Accepted Answer

To anticipate potential hazards and avoid accidents

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To always drive faster than other vehicles

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To use the horn frequently to alert others

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To prioritize speed over caution

Question 18

What is the recommended following distance under normal conditions?

Accepted Answer

3 seconds

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1 second

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2 seconds

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4 seconds

Question 19

When should you increase your following distance?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

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During bad weather or poor visibility

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When following a large vehicle

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When being tailgated by another driver

Question 20

What should you do if another driver is tailgating you?

Accepted Answer

Move to another lane or slow down gradually to let them pass

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Speed up to create more space

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Brake suddenly to warn them

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Ignore them and continue driving

Question 21

What is the safest way to handle a situation where a vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and increase your following distance

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Honk your horn and flash your headlights

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Speed up to regain your position

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Tailgate the vehicle to make them aware

Question 22

When driving in fog, what should you do to ensure safety?

Accepted Answer

Use low beams and reduce your speed

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Use high beams for better visibility

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Drive at the posted speed limit

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Rely solely on your GPS for navigation

Question 23

What should you do when merging onto a highway?

Accepted Answer

Yield to highway traffic and merge when it is safe

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Speed up to force your way in

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Stop at the end of the ramp and wait for an opening

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Merge regardless of traffic conditions

Question 24

What is the most important thing to do when driving in heavy rain?

Accepted Answer

Reduce your speed and avoid sudden movements

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Drive at the posted speed limit

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Turn on your hazard lights

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Follow the vehicle ahead closely for guidance

Question 25

When should you use your horn?

Accepted Answer

To alert another driver or pedestrian of potential danger

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To express frustration with other drivers

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To speed up traffic

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Whenever you feel ignored on the road

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