🚦📘 New York Teen Learner’s Permit Practice Test (2026) — 25 Questions

1. When two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same time, who goes first?
A. Vehicle on the left
B. Vehicle on the right
C. Vehicle going straight
D. Vehicle turning left

Answer: B
Explanation: At a four-way stop, the vehicle on the right has the right-of-way if vehicles arrive at the same time.

2. When turning left at an intersection with oncoming traffic, you must:
A. Turn without yielding
B. Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians
C. Turn immediately when the light turns green
D. Honk to warn oncoming cars

Answer: B
Explanation: Always yield to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians before making a left turn.

3. At a T-intersection without stop signs, who has the right-of-way?
A. The vehicle turning
B. The vehicle on the through road
C. The vehicle on the left
D. The vehicle backing up

Answer: B
Explanation: Vehicles on the through road have the right-of-way; vehicles entering must yield.

4. If two vehicles reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, and neither is on a through road:
A. Vehicle on the left goes first
B. Vehicle on the right goes first
C. Both stop and back up
D. Speed up to avoid collision

Answer: B
Explanation: Right-of-way rules give priority to the vehicle on the right.

5. What should you do when approaching a stopped school bus with red lights flashing?
A. Slow down and pass
B. Stop until lights stop flashing
C. Pass if no children are present
D. Honk to alert the driver

Answer: B
Explanation: In New York, drivers must stop for school buses with flashing red lights—children may be crossing.

🛑 Road Signs & Signals

6. What does a pentagon-shaped sign mean?
A. Stop
B. Yield
C. School zone or school crossing
D. Railroad crossing

Answer: C
Explanation: Pentagon signs always indicate school zones or school crossings.

7. A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means:
A. Passing allowed both ways
B. Passing not allowed both ways
C. Passing allowed only on the side next to the broken line
D. Reduce speed immediately

Answer: C
Explanation: Drivers next to the broken line may pass; drivers next to the solid line may not.

8. A red and white triangular sign indicates:
A. Stop
B. Yield
C. Do not enter
D. Railroad crossing

Answer: B
Explanation: Yield signs are red and white triangles. You must slow down and give the right-of-way.

9. If a traffic light is not working, you must:
A. Drive through carefully
B. Treat it as a four-way stop
C. Wait for police
D. Turn around

Answer: B
Explanation: Treat non-functioning signals as four-way stops.

10. A circular yellow sign with a black “X” and “RR” means:
A. Railroad crossing ahead
B. No passing zone
C. School zone ahead
D. Stop

Answer: A
Explanation: This sign warns drivers of a railroad crossing ahead.

🚗 Speed Limits & Safe Driving

11. What is the default speed limit in a residential area unless otherwise posted?
A. 15 mph
B. 25 mph
C. 35 mph
D. 45 mph

Answer: B
Explanation: Residential areas in New York default to 25 mph unless a different speed is posted.

12. What should you do when approaching a curve?
A. Speed up to maintain lane
B. Slow down before entering the curve
C. Brake suddenly in the curve
D. Maintain same speed

Answer: B
Explanation: Always slow down before entering curves to maintain control.

13. How far must you park from a fire hydrant?
A. 5 feet
B. 10 feet
C. 15 feet
D. 20 feet

Answer: C
Explanation: In New York, you must park at least 15 feet away from a fire hydrant.

14. When is it safe to pass another vehicle on a two-lane road?
A. When the line next to your lane is solid
B. When the line next to your lane is broken
C. On curves and hills
D. Never

Answer: B
Explanation: You may pass only when the line next to your lane is broken and visibility is clear.

15. What is the purpose of a “No-Zone” around trucks?
A. Areas where cars must yield
B. Blind spots where trucks cannot see you
C. Truck loading zones
D. Parking areas for trucks

Answer: B
Explanation: The No-Zone is a truck’s blind spot. Avoid lingering there.

🚶‍♀️ Pedestrians & School Zones

16. Drivers must stop for pedestrians:
A. Only at crosswalks
B. At all intersections with pedestrians
C. Only elderly pedestrians
D. Only when traffic lights are red

Answer: B
Explanation: Drivers must stop whenever a pedestrian is crossing, even outside crosswalks if necessary.

17. What is the speed limit in a school zone during school hours unless otherwise posted?
A. 15 mph
B. 20 mph
C. 25 mph
D. 30 mph

Answer: B
Explanation: School zones are typically 20 mph during school hours.

18. When approaching a school crossing guard, you must:
A. Slow down and follow instructions
B. Pass quickly
C. Honk and continue
D. Ignore them if no children visible

Answer: A
Explanation: Follow crossing guard instructions at all times.

🍷 Alcohol, Drugs & Distractions

19. What is the BAC limit for drivers under 21 in New York?
A. 0.08%
B. 0.05%
C. 0.02%
D. 0%

Answer: D
Explanation: Zero-tolerance law: under 21 drivers cannot have any alcohol in their system.

20. What is prohibited for all teen drivers while driving?
A. Using a handheld phone
B. Texting
C. Both A & B
D. Listening to music

Answer: C
Explanation: Teen drivers may not use phones in any way while driving.

🚗 Intersections & Turns

21. At a green arrow, you may:
A. Turn in the direction of the arrow without stopping
B. Go straight
C. Turn only after stopping
D. Ignore the arrow

Answer: A
Explanation: A green arrow allows protected turns in the arrow’s direction.

22. When making a right turn on red, you must:
A. Stop and yield to all traffic and pedestrians
B. Turn immediately
C. Only yield to pedestrians
D. Honk before turning

Answer: A
Explanation: Right on red is allowed after a full stop and yielding to traffic/pedestrians.

👁 Vision & Awareness

23. What should you do if your vision is impaired by sun glare?
A. Drive faster
B. Use sunglasses and slow down
C. Close your eyes briefly
D. Drive only in shadows

Answer: B
Explanation: Sunglasses and reduced speed help maintain safety during glare.

24. Before backing out of a driveway, you should:
A. Only use mirrors
B. Turn and look over your shoulder
C. Rely on a backup camera only
D. Honk and back up

Answer: B
Explanation: Teens should turn to look over their shoulder to check blind spots.

25. What should you do when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with lights flashing?
A. Maintain speed
B. Pull over and stop if safe
C. Speed up to pass quickly
D. Ignore it

Answer: B
Explanation: New York law requires drivers to move over or stop for stopped emergency vehicles.

✅ Tips for New York Teen Drivers

Teens under 18 must complete driver education, pass a written permit test, and a vision exam.

Focus on road signs, right-of-way, school zones, and alcohol/drug laws.

Practice regularly with DMVTestMaster.com teen permit questions.

Follow all zero-tolerance laws for under-21 drivers.