New York Permit Practice Test: Safe Driving (2026)

Question 1 of 13

What following-distance rule does the New York manual recommend in good conditions?

1. The one-second rule
2. The two-second rule
3. The ten-second rule

Question 2 of 13

About how many crashes are rear-end collisions, usually from tailgating?

1. One in 100
2. Nine of every 10
3. Four of every 10

Question 3 of 13

Someone is tailgating you. What should you do?

1. Change lanes or slow down and pull off to let them pass; do not brake suddenly
2. Brake hard to warn them
3. Speed up

Question 4 of 13

An aggressive driver is following you. What should you do?

1. Stop and talk to them
2. Do not stop or get out; drive to the nearest police station
3. Go home

Question 5 of 13

What is the difference between aggressive driving and road rage?

1. There is no difference
2. Road rage is only honking
3. Aggressive driving breaks traffic laws; road rage breaks criminal laws

Question 6 of 13

On a long trip, how often should you stop to prevent fatigue?

1. Every 100 miles or two hours
2. Every 500 miles
3. Only when sleepy

Question 7 of 13

You feel drowsy while driving. What should you do?

1. Open the window and turn up the radio
2. Pull off safely and take a 15-to-45-minute nap
3. Speed up to get home sooner

Question 8 of 13

How long should you wait after waking up before driving?

1. No need to wait
2. Two hours
3. At least 15 minutes

Question 9 of 13

A driver on a side road is approaching a STOP sign. What should you assume?

1. That the driver might not stop
2. That the driver will always stop
3. That you must stop

Question 10 of 13

How far should your chest be from the air bag cover?

1. About 2 inches
2. At least 10 inches
3. At least 3 feet

Question 11 of 13

Where must you never place a rear-facing infant seat?

1. In the back seat
2. Behind the driver
3. In the front seat of a car with a passenger air bag

Question 12 of 13

What is the minimum legal tire tread depth in New York?

1. 2/32 of an inch
2. 1/32 of an inch
3. 1/2 inch

Question 13 of 13

How often must a vehicle be inspected in New York?

1. Every two years
2. At least once a year
3. Only when sold