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New York DMV Practice Exam — Simulate the Real New York Written Test

Prepare for the New York DMV written test with an exam simulator that mirrors real conditions. 20 questions, 70% passing score, same format — know exactly what to expect on test day at the New York DMV.

Exam Rules

  • Questions are drawn randomly from all topics
  • No hints or explanations during the exam
  • You cannot go back to previous questions once answered
  • Use the Skip button to defer difficult questions — they'll return at the end
  • Your results and score will be shown after you complete all questions

These are practice questions based on the official handbook, not actual DMV test questions.

How the New York DMV written test works

The New York DMV written knowledge test consists of 20 multiple-choice questions drawn from the New York driver handbook. To pass the New York exam, you need at least 14 correct answers — a 70% passing score. The New York test covers road signs, traffic laws, right-of-way rules, and safe driving practices specific to New York.

The New York DMV requires an appointment before you can take the written test. Schedule ahead to avoid delays.

In New York, the written test is offered in 20 languages: English, Albanian, Arabic, Bengali, Bosnian (+15).

If you don't pass: Can retake the next business day. No limit on attempts. Must pay application fee each time.

Try sample New York DMV practice questions

These New York-specific practice questions come from our bank of 373+. The real New York written test draws from similar material in the official New York driver handbook.

4 free preview of 20
1

Under New York's Graduated License Law, a Junior License holder (Class DJ) may not drive with more than how many passengers under age 21 who are not members of their immediate family?

2

In New York State, what is the specific Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) threshold for a 'Zero Tolerance' violation for a driver under the age of 21?

3
The safest hand position on the steering wheel is:

The safest hand position on the steering wheel is:

4
When making a left turn from a two-way street, you should:

When making a left turn from a two-way street, you should:

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What's included in the New York exam simulator

20 questions — matches the real New York written test
70% passing score — same as the New York DMV
Drawn from 373+ New York-specific questions across 13 topics
Detailed explanation after each answer
Unlimited retakes — practice until you're confident
Elapsed timer — track how fast you finish

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Simulate the real New York written test — 20 questions, 70% passing threshold, same format as the DMV.

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