2025 New York Permit Test 15
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/car.
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15. When passing on a multilane highway:
Explanation
Before passing, you must make sure the passing lane is clear and give the proper turn signal to show you are going to change lanes.
16. In which of the following situations is passing always forbidden?
Explanation
You must never pass a vehicle that has stopped at a crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to go across.
17. You may drive around the gates at a railroad crossing:
Explanation
You are required to stop at all railroad crossings when signals warn of an approaching train. These signals may include flashing red lights, a lowered crossing gate, a flagger signaling, or a train’s audible signal of warning. Do not attempt to go around a lowered gate.
18. In New York, a minimum blood alcohol content (BAC) of ____ is evidence of intoxication.
Explanation
Under New York State law, a BAC of 0.08 percent or higher is evidence of intoxication. A BAC of 0.05 percent or higher is legal evidence of impairment.
19. If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:
Explanation
Even when you signal, you should not assume that the space you want to occupy is free or that other drivers will give you the right-of-way.
20. A steady green traffic light at an intersection means:
Explanation
