Traffic Signs & Signals — New York
New York motorcycle permit practice test: 84 free practice questions (Based on the official driver handbook). Official test format: 20 Q, pass 14 incl. >=2 of 4 sign Qs. Traffic Signs & Signals: 12 questions.
Regulatory, warning and guide signs, plus traffic light and pavement marking questions.
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| Topic / Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Topic | Traffic Signs & Signals |
| License test | New York Motorcycle permit test |
| Topic questions | 12 (14% of 84 total) |
| Review status | This topic page is still being reviewed against the official handbook. Until review is finished it is hidden from search engines. |
Official handbook
NY Motorcycle Operator's Manual (MV-21MC) ✓ Verified from official source
Questions (12)
1. When approaching an intersection controlled by a four-way traffic signal that is not working, you should:
- Treat the signal like a stop sign. ✓
- Look both ways and proceed without stopping.
- Look both ways and stop, but only if another vehicle is close enough to cause conflict.
- Proceed through the intersection because the signal facing cross traffic may be working.
Answer: A. Treat the signal like a stop sign.
2. A rectangular sign may be a:
- School crossing sign.
- Railroad crossing sign.
- Stop sign.
- Speed limit sign. ✓
Answer: D. Speed limit sign.
3. If you are approaching a hazardous location, you will likely see a sign that is:
- Yellow with black letters. ✓
- Green with white letters.
- Blue with white letters.
- Red with white letters.
Answer: A. Yellow with black letters.
4. ______ are often used on road surfaces to direct operators into the proper lanes for turning.
- Flashing red lights
- Flashing yellow lights
- Dashed white lines
- Painted white arrows ✓
Answer: D. Painted white arrows
5. In the state of New York, outside of New York City, you may _______ when approaching an intersection controlled by a solid red traffic light.
- Proceed with caution
- Turn right after stopping ✓
- Turn right without stopping
- Proceed normally
Answer: B. Turn right after stopping
6. When faced with all of the following, you must follow the directions of:
- A steady red light.
- A police officer. ✓
- A stop sign.
- A steady red arrow.
Answer: B. A police officer.
7. What does a flashing yellow light mean?
- Ride with caution. ✓
- Stop.
- Accelerate.
- Yield to other vehicles.
Answer: A. Ride with caution.
8. A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means:
- Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching.
- Look both ways as you cross the intersection.
- Always come to a full stop at the intersection.
- Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary. ✓
Answer: D. Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.
9. If a traffic signal light turns solid yellow, you should:
- Prepare to stop. ✓
- Accelerate.
- Put the vehicle into reverse and back up.
- Do whatever the car ahead of you does.
Answer: A. Prepare to stop.
10. What does this road sign mean?
- Slow down and prepare to stop.
- Come to a full stop, then proceed if it is safe to do so. ✓
- Proceed carefully through the intersection, but you may not always need to stop.
- Stop only for traffic on an intersecting road.
Answer: B. Come to a full stop, then proceed if it is safe to do so.
Source
Last checked: 2026-10-17 · Verified from official source
Updated: · Based on the official driver handbook