New York Driver License (DMV) Written Practice Test

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Ace your New York DMV written test! Prepare for the exam by practicing hundreds of multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws and road signs. Boost your knowledge, gain confidence, and increase your chances of passing the test on your first try.

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What are the two primary categories of road signs?

  1. warning and recreational

  2. informational and directional

  3. regulatory and temporary

  4. caution and speed

The correct answer is: informational and directional

Road signs are divided into two primary categories informational and directional. They are designed to provide drivers with important information and guide them in the correct direction. Option A is incorrect because recreational signs would fall under the informational category. Option C is incorrect because temporary signs would fall under the regulatory category. Option D is incorrect because caution and speed signs would fall under the warning category.