New York State Exam Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. In New York, when must a driver yield to an emergency vehicle with lights and siren activated? → Immediately by pulling to the right side of the road and stopping
2. Which infection control method uses heat to kill all microorganisms, including spores? → Sterilization
3. A New York homeowner who fails to pay property taxes may eventually lose their property through a process called: → Tax lien foreclosure
4. An applicant for a New York civil service position can appeal their exam score through which process? → Submitting a formal rating appeal to the Civil Service Department
5. What is the blood alcohol content (BAC) limit for drivers over 21 in New York State? → 0.08%
6. Under New York law, how many days' advance written notice must an insurer give before non-renewing a personal automobile insurance policy? → 60 days
7. What score is generally required to pass a New York State Civil Service Exam? → 70%
8. Under New York Education Law §2801, every school is required to adopt a code of conduct that must include all of the following EXCEPT: → A schedule of all teacher salaries
9. Which New York State test must a candidate pass to demonstrate English language arts and mathematics competency before entering a teacher-preparation program? → NYSTCE Liberal Arts and Sciences Test (LAST)
10. Which peril is typically EXCLUDED from a standard New York homeowners insurance policy and requires a separate policy? → Flood damage
11. What is the primary purpose of the New York State Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)? → To provide a discrimination- and harassment-free school environment for all students
12. In New York, how many points are added to a driver's license for speeding 11–20 mph over the limit? → 4 points
13. A property owner in New York grants an easement by deed to a utility company. This easement is best described as: → Easement in gross
14. In New York, a contract for the sale of real property must be in writing to be enforceable under the: → Statute of Frauds
15. Which NYSP unit is primarily responsible for investigating public corruption and government misconduct? → Public Integrity Bureau
16. What amount is the owner entitled to in eminent domain as compensation for the taking of real property? → Fair market value
17. In New York civil service, what does the term 'eligible list' refer to? → A ranked list of candidates who passed the civil service exam
18. What is the function of the cuticle in nail structure? → Seals and protects the area where the nail meets the skin
19. The New York State Teachers' Retirement System (NYSTRS) is classified as which type of retirement plan? → Defined benefit plan
20. The NYSP Troop B headquarters is located in which city? → Oneida
21. In New York, which chemical process permanently waves straight hair by breaking and reforming disulfide bonds? → Permanent waving
22. In New York criminal procedure, an arraignment must occur within how many hours of a felony arrest? → 24 hours
23. Which New York State agency administers the Notary Public licensing exam? → New York State Department of State, Division of Licensing Services
24. A trooper observes a vehicle commit a traffic infraction at night. What is the FIRST action the trooper should take before initiating a stop? → Note the vehicle description, plate, and location
25. In New York State, what action must a driver take when a school bus displays flashing red lights and a stop arm? → Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing and the arm is withdrawn
26. The 'fruit of the poisonous tree' doctrine means that: → Evidence obtained as a result of an illegal search or seizure is generally inadmissible
27. Under New York's agency disclosure requirements, a licensee must present the Agency Disclosure Form to a prospective buyer or seller: → At the first substantive contact
28. Under New York's Leandra's Law, it is a felony to drive while intoxicated with a child under what age in the vehicle? → 15 years old
29. How many times per year is the New York Bar Exam administered? → Twice
30. What is the minimum free-look period required for life insurance policies sold in New York? → 10 days