The words

Walk-in, first-come seating, latecomers turned away. Arrive at least 15 minutes early. Bring photo ID, the $15 by check or card (no cash), and two #2 pencils. Phones off, no bags or notes.

The actual law, so it can’t scare you later.

Actually means

The state says 15 minutes early; at 123 William Street treat 30 to 45 as the real number.

Plain English. No legalese survives this step.

Live example

You show up at a busy Manhattan site 40 minutes early, pay the $15 by card, and have your two pencils in hand.

A scene you can picture.

Killer question

It is a paper scantron world. Never leave a blank; pass/fail scoring gives no reward for humility.

Exactly how the exam asks it.