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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When merging onto a highway, where should you begin to check for traffic?

Out your driver side window
Out your rearview mirror
Out your passenger side window
Over your shoulder

The correct answer is: Out your rearview mirror

When merging onto a highway, the driver should be checking for traffic in all directions, including their driver side window, passenger side window, and over their shoulder. However, it is most important to first check through the rearview mirror since this will give a clear view of the traffic behind the vehicle. This allows the driver to make a safe and smooth merge onto the highway without the risk of cutting off other vehicles or causing accidents. Therefore, option B is the most appropriate answer. Checking only through the driver side window (option A), passenger side window (option C), or over the shoulder (option D) may not provide a full view of approaching vehicles and could result in a dangerous merge.