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Permits, license classes, renewals and the testing process.
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Question 1
What vision is required to pass the New York vision test?
20/70 in one eye, as long as the other eye is 20/20
20/40 in both eyes without lenses
20/40 in at least one eye, with or without lenses
20/20 in both eyes
Correct answer: 20/40 in at least one eye, with or without lenses
You must have 20/40 vision in at least one eye, with or without corrective lenses.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β When You Apply for Your First License
Question 2
How many points of proof of name must you present when applying for a permit or license?
Three points
Ten points, including one document with your photo
Four points
Six points or more
Correct answer: Six points or more
Name proofs carry point values; you must present proofs totaling six points or more, with at least one bearing your signature.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β When You Apply for Your First License
Question 3
What is the minimum age for a Class D operator license?
16, once the junior permit has been held six months
18, or 17 with a driver education certificate
21
17, with no conditions
Correct answer: 18, or 17 with a driver education certificate
Class D requires age 18, or 17 with a driver education Certificate of Completion; Class DJ starts at 16.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β Types of Licenses
Question 4
What is the minimum age for a Junior Operator (Class DJ) license?
17
18
16
15
Correct answer: 16
Class DJ, the Junior Operator license, has a minimum age of 16.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β Types of Licenses
Question 5
A Class D license lets you drive vehicles with a GVWR of up to:
15,000 pounds
10,000 pounds
26,000 pounds
40,000 pounds
Correct answer: 26,000 pounds
Class D covers vehicles with a manufacturer's GVWR of 26,000 pounds or less.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β Types of Licenses
Question 6
With a New York learner permit, who may supervise your practice driving?
A licensed driver age 21 or older, seated in front
Any licensed driver age 18 or older
Any adult passenger
A licensed driver in the back seat
Correct answer: A licensed driver age 21 or older, seated in front
A supervising driver must be at least 21, licensed for the vehicle, and seated in the front seat.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β The Learner Permit and Road Test
Question 7
Where may a learner permit holder never drive?
In rain or snow
On any state highway
In a DMV road test area
Within their home county
Correct answer: In a DMV road test area
Permit holders may not drive in DMV road test areas, on NYC park streets or TBTA bridges and tunnels, or on certain Westchester parkways.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β The Learner Permit and Road Test
Question 8
Before scheduling a road test, what must most applicants complete?
A defensive driving (PIRP) course
A second written test
A first-aid and CPR course from a state-approved training provider
The 5-hour Pre-Licensing Course or a driver education course
Correct answer: The 5-hour Pre-Licensing Course or a driver education course
You need the 5-hour Pre-Licensing Course (or driver education); the Point & Insurance Reduction Program does NOT satisfy this.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β The Learner Permit and Road Test
Question 9
How long is the in-person Pre-Licensing course completion certificate valid?
It never expires
Six months
Two years
One year
Correct answer: One year
When you complete the safe driving course in person, the certificate you receive is valid for one year.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β The Learner Permit and Road Test
Question 10
Taking a DMV-approved Point and Insurance Reduction Program can reduce your record by up to how many points?
2
4
11
6
Correct answer: 4
The PIRP (crash prevention course) can reduce up to four points and qualify you for at least a 10% insurance reduction for three years.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β The Learner Permit and Road Test
Question 11
How often may you take the PIRP course for point reduction?
Every 6 months
Every 18 months
Every 5 years
Once in a lifetime
Correct answer: Every 18 months
You can complete the course every 18 months for point reduction.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β The Learner Permit and Road Test
Question 12
Within how many days must you notify the DMV of a change of address?
5 days
60 days
10 days
30 days
Correct answer: 10 days
Notify DMV within 10 days by mail, form MV-232 or online, and write the new address on the back of your license.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β Change of Address
Question 13
How early may you renew your New York driver license?
Up to one year before it expires
Up to 30 days before, once the renewal notice arrives
Up to two years before
Only after it expires
Correct answer: Up to one year before it expires
You can renew up to one year before the printed expiration date; a renewal notice usually arrives about 45 days before.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β License Renewal
Question 14
After becoming a New York resident, how soon must you get a New York driver license?
Within 6 months
Within 90 days
Within 1 year
Within 30 days
Correct answer: Within 30 days
New residents must turn in their out-of-state license and get a New York license within 30 days.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β Non-Resident and New Resident Drivers
Question 15
May a 15-year-old with a valid out-of-state license drive in New York?
No, no one under 16 may drive in New York
Yes, if their state allows it
Yes, as long as a licensed parent rides in the front seat
Yes, during daylight
Correct answer: No, no one under 16 may drive in New York
Even if licensed elsewhere, people under 16 cannot drive in New York State.
Source: Chapter 1: Driver Licenses β Non-Resident and New Resident Drivers
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