2025 New York Signs Permit Test
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in New York. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for New York please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/new-york/motorcycle.
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101. From top to bottom, the following is the proper order for traffic lights:

Explanation
On a traffic signal arranged vertically, red is always on top and green on the bottom. When arranged horizontally, red is always on the left and green on the right.
103. This road sign means:

Explanation
This sign warns that the overpass ahead has a low clearance. Do not proceed if your vehicle is taller than the height indicated (in this case, 13 feet, 6 inches).
104. This sign means:

Explanation
Regulation signs regulate traffic speed and movement, displaying rules which drivers must obey. This regulation sign indicates that parking is not permitted.
106. This road sign means:

Explanation
This sign indicates that the road ahead will turn sharply to the right and then to the left.
107. What does this road sign mean?

Explanation
A stop sign means that you must come to a full stop and yield the right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians in or heading toward the intersection. Go again when it is safe.
108. When an operator's left arm is bent at the elbow and pointing upward, it means the operator:

Explanation
Instead of mechanical turn signals, operators may use hand signals to indicate turns or stops. If an operator's left arm is bent at the elbow and pointing upward, it means the operator plans to turn right or change lanes to the right.
109. What does the pictured signal mean?

Explanation
Hand signals are an important part of communication when riding in groups. When the lead rider extends their left arm straight out with their palm facing up before swinging their arm upward, it means riders should increase their speed.
110. This sign means:

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