NY DMV NY DMV Road Signs and Signals

Question 1

What does a red octagonal sign always mean in New York?

Accepted Answer

Stop completely before proceeding

Answer

Yield to oncoming traffic

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Slow down and proceed with caution

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No entry for vehicles

Question 2

A yellow diamond-shaped sign in New York indicates:

Accepted Answer

A warning or hazard ahead

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A regulatory requirement

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A service or facility nearby

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Construction zone speed limit

Question 3

What does a flashing red traffic light require you to do in New York?

Accepted Answer

Stop and yield, then proceed when safe

Answer

Slow down and proceed with caution

Answer

Stop and wait for the light to turn green

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Treat it as a yield sign

Question 4

In New York, a white rectangular sign typically conveys:

Accepted Answer

Regulatory (legal) requirements

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Warning information

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Guide or directional information

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Construction zone rules only

Question 5

What does a pennant-shaped yellow sign mean in New York?

Accepted Answer

No passing zone

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School zone ahead

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Railroad crossing ahead

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Pedestrian crossing

Question 6

A green traffic signal arrow in New York means:

Accepted Answer

You may turn in that direction without yielding to oncoming traffic

Answer

Yield before turning in that direction

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Oncoming traffic has a green light too

Answer

Pedestrians have the right of way