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You may not make a U-turn 500 feet in either direction from

You may not make a U-turn near the crest of a hill, a curve, or any other place where other drivers cannot see your vehicle from 500 feet away in either direction.

You must NOT pass a vehicle from the left when

You may not pass a vehicle on the left if your lane has a solid yellow center line.

You must NOT pass a vehicle on the right when

You may pass on the right only when the vehicle ahead is making a left turn or going straight. You must not pass when another vehicle is making a right turn.

Your headlights must be on low-beam at night when you are within _________ of an approaching vehicle.

500 feet

If drivers approaching from opposite directions reach an intersection at about the same time, the driver turning left must yield to the driver going straight or turning right.

A driver entering a traffic circle, sometimes called a rotary, must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and drivers already in the circle.

While driving in New York State, ___________ is a traffic violation, punishable by a fine of $100-150 and five license points.

A driver may become distracted from driving while using a mobile telephone (i.e. cellular telephone). In New York State, it is a traffic infraction, punishable by a fine of up to $100, to speak into or listen to a hand-held mobile telephone while driving a motor vehicle. In New York State, it is illegal to use portable electronic devices, such as cell phones and smart phones, to send text messages or e-mails while driving. The penalty for a violation of this law is a fine of up to $150 and five license points.

What is the permitted speed limit for vehicles in roundabouts?

A roundabout is a circular intersection with a relatively small diameter that makes drivers slow down, usually to 30 mph or less.

Your headlights must be on low-beam at night when you are within _________ of an approaching vehicle.

Be considerate when using your vehicle's high-beams. Your headlights must be on low-beam at night when you are within 500 feet of an approaching vehicle.

________ are designed to allow vehicles to slow down and leave the expressways.

Exit ramps are designed for vehicles to slow down and leave the expressways. There is often a lower speed posted for the ramp.

Flashing red lights and lowered crossing gates mean that

Flashing red lights, lowered crossing gates and/or a ringing bell at a railroad crossing mean that you must stop, at least 15 feet from the tracks. Do not cross the tracks until the lights and bell have stopped and the crossing gates are all the way up.

To maintain a good space cushion between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead, you should use the

Four of every ten crashes are rear-end collisions, usually because someone is following too closely. To maintain a good space cushion between your vehicle and a vehicle ahead, you should use the two-second rule.

For better visibility during rain, fog, and snow, you must keep your vehicle's_________ on.

High beams reflect off rain, fog, and falling snow. This makes it even harder for you to see where you are going. For better visibility during these weather conditions, keep your vehicle's headlights on low beam.

When a driver tailgates you, you must

If a driver tailgates you, move to another lane if possible, or slow down and pull off the road to let the driver go by you. Be sure to signal when you drive off the road and when you return to it. Do not press on your brakes to warn the offending driver. This could make a difficult situation even more dangerous.

If your tire goes flat while driving, you must

If a tire suddenly blows out, you must hold the steering wheel firmly, and ease your foot off the gas pedal.

When another driver passes you on the left, you must _________ until the vehicle passes.

If another driver passes you on the left, you must slow down slightly and keep to the right until the vehicle passes. When the vehicle has safely passed and is well ahead of you, resume your normal speed.

If drivers approaching from opposite directions reach the stop signs at about the same time, then

If drivers approaching from opposite directions reach an intersection at about the same time, the driver turning left must yield to the driver going straight or turning right.

Which of the following methods is used to turn around on a narrow, two-way street?

If you must turn around on a narrow, two-way street, you are required to use the three-point turn method for safe turn around, unless prohibited.

If your rear wheels start to skid, you must

If your rear wheels start to skid, turn the steering wheel in the direction the vehicle is trying to go. If your rear wheels are sliding left, steer left. If they are sliding right, steer right.

New York State law requires every occupant __________ to wear a seat belt.

In New York State, all front seat passengers are required by law to be buckled up. Every passenger under age 16 must use a safety restraint.

Hydroplaning

In heavy rain, your vehicle's tires may begin to ride on the water lying on top of the road pavement. "Hydroplaning" can cause complete loss of traction and steering control. Hydroplaning usually occurs at higher speeds.

Which of the following statements regarding work zones is NOT true?

Roadwork zones are dangerous to drive in as well as to work in. That is why speeding ticket fines are doubled in work zones, even when the workers or work vehicles are not there.

When making a turn, the law requires you to signal a turn with your directional lights or hand signals at least

The law requires you to signal a turn or lane change with your directional lights or hand signals at least 100 feet (30 m) ahead. A good safety tip is to signal your intention to turn before you actually begin braking to make the turn.

The risk of driving impairment begins to rise noticeably at a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of__________ and increases rapidly thereafter.

The risk of driving impairment begins to rise noticeably at .05 percent BAC, and increases rapidly thereafter. A BAC of .08 percent or higher is evidence of intoxication, and a BAC of .18 percent or more is evidence of aggravated driving while intoxicated.

When confronted by an aggressive driver while driving, avoid conflict by

To prevent aggressive driving from developing into road rage, you are suggested to avoid eye contact with another driver especially in situations where conflict can occur. The other driver may interpret eye contact as a challenge.

Two-thirds of all deer-vehicle collisions happen during the months of

Two-thirds of all deer-vehicle collisions happen during the months of October, November and December.

As per New York state law, drivers must stop _________for a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing, even if it is on the opposite side of a divided highway.

When a stopped school bus flashes its red light(s), traffic approaching from either direction, even in front of the school and in school parking lots, must stop before reaching the bus. You should stop at least 20 feet (6 m) away from the bus. This law applies on all roadways in New York State. You must stop for a school bus even if it is on the opposite side of a divided highway.

When you don't see a posted speed limit in New York City, you must drive at

When no speed limit is posted in New York City, you must drive at a speed of 25 mph or less

When you find double solid lines on your side of the center line, you are

When you find double solid lines in your lane, you are not allowed to pass or change lanes.

While driving, when you see a triangular road sign, you must

When you see a triangular road sign, you must slow down and yield to other traffic.

What should you do when your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks and you see an approaching train?

When your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks and a train is approaching, you must unfasten your seat belt, get out of the vehicle, and get as far away as you can from the tracks.

You must _________ for an emergency vehicle, if it is coming toward you with its lights flashing, even if it's in the opposite lane of a two-way roadway.

You must yield right-of-way to fire, ambulance, police and other authorized emergency vehicles when they are responding to emergencies. You must pull over and stop for an emergency vehicle even if it is coming toward you in the opposite lane of a two-way roadway.


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