Free New York Road Signs Test 2026
This Road Signs Test is modeled on the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) written knowledge exam, which has 20 questions; to pass you need 14 of 20 correct (70%), including at least 2 of the 4 Road Signs questions. This set focuses on New York road signs - their shapes, colors, and meanings - with pictures on the sign-identification questions. Every question includes an explanation, so you learn the rule behind each answer - not just whether you got it right.
A warning sign showing an arrow splitting into two directions around a vertical line indicates:
What's on the New York Road Signs Test
On the real New York test the Road Signs questions are scored on their own: you need at least 2 of the 4. That makes signs worth practising separately, which is what this test is for.
68 questions in the pool. Each attempt shows 20 in a new order.
Sample questions from this test, with answers
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1. A yellow sign with a black arrow bending at a 90-degree angle indicates:
- A. A gentle curve
- B. A sharp turn ahead (correct)
- C. A side road ahead
- D. A lane shift ahead
Why: A sharp-angle arrow warns of a sharp turn (not a gentle curve) ahead. Slow down significantly before the turn - the recommended speed is often posted below.
Source: Federal MUTCD 11th ed. (Dec 2023) 2C.07 Paragraph 02
2. You see this white sign on the right side of the road. What must you do?
- A. Pass only on the right
- B. Pass only trucks
- C. Do not pass other vehicles (correct)
- D. Do not stop on the road
Why: The white rectangular Do Not Pass sign is a regulatory sign posted on the right side of the road. You may not pass other vehicles where it applies.
Source: PDF p.43, Passing
3. A yellow sign showing a traffic signal symbol means:
- A. The signal ahead is broken
- B. A traffic light is ahead (correct)
- C. A railroad signal ahead
- D. An emergency vehicle signal
Why: A signal-ahead warning sign tells you a traffic light is coming up, often where it may be hard to see in time. Be prepared to slow and stop.
4. A white rectangular sign generally provides:
- A. A hazard warning ahead
- B. A rule you must obey (correct)
- C. Directions to a city
- D. A suggested safe speed
Why: White rectangular signs are regulatory signs. They tell you the law - such as speed limits, lane usage, and turning rules - and must be obeyed.
5. A yellow sign showing a truck tilted on two wheels warns of:
- A. A steep downhill grade for trucks
- B. A curve where trucks may tip over (correct)
- C. A truck inspection station
- D. A road with soft shoulders ahead
Why: This sign warns of a curve sharp enough that trucks and top-heavy vehicles risk rolling over. All drivers should reduce speed before entering.
6. What is the difference between a black-on-white speed sign and a yellow speed sign below a warning sign?
- A. They mean the same - both are legal limits
- B. White is the legal limit; yellow is advisory (correct)
- C. Yellow is the legal limit; white is advisory
- D. White is for trucks; yellow is for cars
Why: A black-on-white speed sign is the legal speed limit. A yellow speed plate below a warning sign (e.g., on a curve) is an advisory speed - the safe recommended speed for that hazard.
More New York facts, the full requirements table and the printable PDF are on the New York permit practice test page.
New York DMV Test Info
- Questions on real test
- 20
- Passing score
- 70%
- Correct needed
- 14 of 20 correct (70%), including at least 2 of the 4 Road Signs questions
- Minimum age
- 16 years old
- Testing agency
- Department of Motor Vehicles
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Study Tip
Don't just aim to pass this New York Road Signs Test once - keep taking it until you score 70% or higher two or three times in a row. Read the explanation after every question, even the ones you get right, to lock in the rule before your DMV exam.