Free practice questions based on the New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21). No sign-up: answer the questions, get your score, and see why each answer is right.
The New York State DMV sets this passing score. You must also answer at least 2 of the 4 road-sign questions correctly. Our practice score doesn't check that rule.
25 mph
The citywide limit applies even without a sign. This is one example of a city limit below 55 mph.
Source: New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21), Chapter 8, Defensive Driving
When an officer or official sign allows it
The edge line shows where the travel lane ends and the shoulder begins.
Source: New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21), Chapter 4, Traffic Control
One
More than one such passenger is not allowed. Immediate family members are the exception, and everyone must wear a seat belt.
Source: New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21), Chapter 1, Driver Licenses
As a traffic infraction
Hands-free phones, which you can use without either hand, are allowed at any time.
Source: New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21), Chapter 8, Defensive Driving
No, never
Those connecting paths aren't for drivers making U-turns. Stay on until the next exit.
Source: New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21), Chapter 5, Intersections and Turns
About .02 percent
The body takes about an hour on average to remove that much alcohol, and women may take longer.
Source: New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21), Chapter 9, Alcohol and Other Drugs
At least 15
The 50 practice hours must include at least 15 hours after sunset.
Source: New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21), Chapter 1, Driver Licenses
It still doubles
The doubled fine applies whether or not workers or work vehicles are there at the time.
Source: New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21), Chapter 8, Defensive Driving
Every 100 miles or two hours
Regular stops are part of preventing drowsy driving, along with enough sleep and, if possible, a companion for the drive.
Source: New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21), Chapter 8, Defensive Driving
Yes, if it isn't reasonable for conditions
The legal limit is not always a safe speed, so an officer can act when your speed is not reasonable for the road.
Source: New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21), Chapter 8, Defensive Driving
We wrote these practice questions from the facts in the New York State Driver's Manual (MV-21) (Undated PDF, file created 2026-04-20; copyright line reads 2018 edition) and from official sources on road signs. Every answer links to its source, so you can check it and read more.
DMV Decoded is an independent guide, not a government agency. This practice test is not connected to the New York State DMV, and your actual test will have different questions. Study the handbook, and check the agency's website for current rules.