New York Premium DMV cheat sheet Flashcards

New York Premium DMV cheat sheet Flashcards You want to park downhill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which way do you turn yourfront wheels?Right, toward the side of the road If you see orange construction signs and cones on a

freeway, you must:

Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead.

While backing, you should:Turn your head and look through the rear window.

Speaking into or listening to a hand-held cell phone while

driving:

Is Illegal Always stop before crossing railroad tracks when: There isn't room on the other side for you to completely cross the tracks.You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck. You

should drive:

Farther behind the truck than you would if following a passenger vehicle.If a transit vehicle is signaling to re-enter the main roadway

following a stop, you must:

Yield.When may you legally drive around or under a railroad crossing gate?Never.In general, you should pass vehicles that are traveling in

the same direction as you:

On their left.

You may never park:In a crosswalk.

On a freeway, you should look farther ahead than you

would on a city street:

In order to see potential hazards early.A driver who is taking a non-prescription drug should:Read the labels on the drug before driving.Drive below the posted speed limit when: Anything makes conditions less than perfect.

You can drive off the road to pass another vehicle:Under no circumstances.

What happens if you refuse to take a chemical test?Your license will be taken away.

When driving on slick roads, you should: Take turns more slowly than usual.

A red arrow pointing to the right on a traffic light means you

may:

Not turn in that direction until the light turns green.If you see an edge line that angles inward on a road, it

means:

The road is narrowing.What happens if you drink alcohol while taking prescription or over-the-counter medicine?The combination could multiply the effects of the alcohol or medicine.You want to park uphill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which direction do you turnyour front wheels?Right, toward the side of the road You are on the freeway and traffic is merging into your

lane. You should:

Make room for the merging traffic, if possible.When driving behind another vehicle under ideal driving conditions, you should follow the____ rule.Two second If you need to pass behind a tractor-trailer that is backing

up, you should:

Wait for the truck to stop backing up before you begin passing.

When driving at night, you should:Increase your following distance.

If your car breaks down on a highway, you should: Use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers.You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle

that is using its siren and flashinglights by:

Driving as closely to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping.When you want to make a right turn, your car must be:Close to the right side of the street.A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a

street with two lanes in each direction.The truck:

May have to swing wide to complete the right turn.A driver should be extra alert to motorcyclists, bicyclists,

and pedestrians because:

They're difficult to see in traffic.

When driving on slippery roads, you should: Increase your following distance.

Allow a larger space cushion than usual when stopping:On an incline.

You should increase the distance between your vehicle and

the vehicle ahead when you:

Are being tailgated by another driver.You must yield to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide

dog:

At all times

It is best to keep a space cushion:On all sides of the vehicle.

When parking uphill next to a curb, set the parking brake

and:

Turn your steering wheel away from the curb.Before you change lanes, you should check your mirrors

and:

Glance over your shoulder.If your vehicle starts to lose traction because of water on

the road, you should:

Slow down gradually and not apply the brakes.When you drive through an area where children are

playing, you should expect them:

To run out in front of you without looking.When should you yield your legal right-of-way? Whenever it helps prevent collisions.What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not havesignals to direct traffic?Slow down and be prepared to stop.Allowing a space cushion between your vehicle and its

surroundings is important because it:

Allows you time to react to unexpected situations.In New York, a minimum blood alcohol content (BAC) of ____ is evidence of intoxication.

0.08 percent You want to turn left at an intersection. The light is green

but oncoming traffic is heavy. Youshould:

Wait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear.

You should use your horn when:It may help prevent a collision.

At an intersection with a yield sign, you should: Slow down and yield the right-of-way to other traffic.You should not start across an intersection if you know you

will block the intersection when thelight turns red:

Under any circumstances.If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track:Wait to proceed until you have a clear view of all tracks.You have allowed the wheels of your vehicle to run off the edge of the pavement. What shouldyou do first?Hold the steering wheel firmly, release the gas pedal, and gently apply the brakes.A five-ounce glass of wine contains the same amount of

alcohol as:

One 12-ounce can of beer.

Texting while driving is:Illegal

When braking on slippery surfaces, you should apply the

brakes:

Earlier than usual.

The car behind you begins to pass you. You should:Slow down slightly and stay in your lane.Before you leave a parking space that is parallel to the

curb, you should:

Look for traffic by turning your head.When making a turn, you must ____ your speed. Reduce The driver's left arm and hand are extended upward. This

hand signal means that the driverplans to:

Turn right.On long trips, you can prevent drowsiness by: Stopping at regular intervals for a rest.You are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching while using its sirenand flashing lights. You

should:

Continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and stop.If you begin to feel tired while driving, the best thing to do is

to:

Stop driving.When parallel parked, your vehicle may be no more than ____ from the curb.One foot

Roads freeze quickly when they are:Shaded

When a school bus is stopped on the road ahead to load or

unload children, you must:

Come to a complete stop until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm is withdrawn.When faced with an oncoming car to the left and a bicyclist

to the right, you should:

Let the car pass and then pass the bike.

You have the right-of-way when you are:Already within a traffic circle.

If another driver cuts you off in traffic, you should:Let it go.

If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing

your lane, you should:

Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing.

Check your rearview mirrors:Often to see how traffic is moving behind you.

You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn.

You should:

Signal and keep your wheels straight.What is the only way to reduce your blood alcohol concentration (BAC)?Allow your body time to get rid of the alcohol.

Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a:Motorcycle.

You want to turn right at the next intersection. You should

begin to use your turn signal:

At least 100 feet before the turn.What does alcohol do to your driving skills and judgement?It harms both driving skills and judgement.If a green arrow turns into a solid green light, you:May still turn, but you must yield to oncoming traffic.

Fines in a construction zone are:Doubled

Tailgating other drivers (driving too closely to their rear

bumper):

Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry.Extra space in front of a large truck is needed for:The truck driver to stop the vehicle.When passing another vehicle, it is safe to return to your

lane if you:

See the vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror.On a New York State highway where there is no posted

speed limit, the fastest you may legallydrive is:

55 mph.On average, the human body can dispose of the alcohol in

a 12-ounce beer in about:

One hour If you drive more slowly than the flow of traffic, you will

most likely:

Interfere with traffic and receive a ticket.

You want to back out of your driveway. You see children playing nearby. Before you start tomove your car, you

should:

Walk to the back of the car to be sure the way is clear.A vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you, creating a hazard.What should you do first?Take your foot off the gas pedal.An intersection has a stop sign and crosswalk, but no stop

line. You must stop:

Before the crosswalk.If an oncoming driver is heading toward you in your lane,

you should:

Blow your horn, steer right, and brake.When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be

driving:

At or near the speed of traffic on the freeway.If your turn signals fail, you should use ____ to indicate that you are turning.Hand signals A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that

vehicles:

Next to the broken line may pass.To prepare for anything coming up on the road ahead, you

should:

Continually scan the entire road and all roadsides.An orange and red triangular sign on a vehicle always

means:

Slow-moving vehicle.A child passenger who is under the age of eight and less than ____ in height is required to beseated in an approved child safety seat while in a moving vehicle.

• feet, 9 inches

You drive defensively when you:Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards.A "No stopping" sign means that, unless directed to do so

by a police officer, you may stop only:

To avoid conflict with other traffic.

When driving in fog, rain, or snow, use: Low beams.

If your car starts to skid, turn your steering wheel:In the direction you want the vehicle to go.You are involved in a minor collision at an intersection.There are no injuries and there is verylittle vehicle damage.

You should:

Move your vehicle out of the traffic lane, if possible.In the state of New York, ____ must wear seat belts in moving vehicles.Drivers and all passengers Driving under the influence of any medication which impairs

your driving is permitted:

Under no circumstances.While driving at night, a vehicle coming toward you has its high beams on, making it hard foryou to see the road

ahead. You should:

Look ahead toward the right edge of your lane.The driver's left arm and hand are extended downward.

This hand signal means that the driverplans to:

Stop.When exiting an expressway, you should:Look at the posted speed limit for the road you are entering.

To see vehicles in your blind spots, you should check:Over your shoulders.