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.

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

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When you enter an intersection, your first action should be:

Check for oncoming traffic
Sound your horn
Switch on your headlights
Increase your speed

The correct answer is: Check for oncoming traffic

When approaching an intersection, it is important to first check for any oncoming traffic since your primary concern should be ensuring your safety and the safety of others on the road. Option B, sounding your horn, is not considered a safe or necessary action when entering an intersection and may in fact startle other drivers and cause confusion. Option C, switching on your headlights, is a good habit to have while driving, but it is not a necessary or relevant action for entering an intersection. Lastly, option D, increasing your speed, is not a safe or appropriate action to take when entering an intersection and can lead to accidents or violations of traffic laws.