Driving Test Guide

What 3 documents must a motorist always carry while operating a vehicle in New Jersey?

Valid driver license (or probationary license/validated permit), valid insurance card, and valid vehicle registration card.

Within what time frame must a legal name change be reported to the MVC?

2 weeks

Within what time frame must an in-state address change be reported to the MVC?

1 week

A motorist moving into NJ with a valid out-of-state license must apply for an NJ license within how many days?

Within 60 days (or before the current license expires, whichever is sooner)

What are the total point values required for the MVC Identity Verification system?

6 Points of ID

What is the minimum age required to obtain a Student Learner's Permit?

16 years old

What is the minimum age required to obtain an Examination Permit?

17 years old

How many hours of behind-the-wheel commercial driving school training are required for a 16-year-old Student Learner's Permit?

6 hours

What is the minimum age required to receive a Probationary Driver License?

17 years old

For how long is a GDL Special Learner or Examination permit valid before expiration?

2 years (all other non-GDL permits are valid for 90 days)

How long must a permit holder under 21 practice supervised driving before taking the road test?

At least 6 months

How long must a permit holder age 21 or older practice supervised driving before taking the road test?

At least 3 months

What are the exact supervising driver requirements for an under-21 permit holder?

An NJ licensed driver, at least 21 years old, with a minimum of 3 years of driving experience.

What are the restricted driving hours (curfew) for a GDL permit or probationary license holder under 21?

11:01 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

What are the passenger restrictions for a GDL permit or probationary license holder under 21?

Dependents and 1 additional passenger, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.

If a GDL permit or probationary license holder is 21 or older, what hour, passenger, and decal restrictions apply?

None (hour, passenger, and decal exemptions apply to drivers 21 and older)

What specific electronic devices are banned for GDL permit or probationary drivers?

All hand-held or hands-free interactive wireless devices, cell phones, and GPS systems.

Where must the two mandatory reflective GDL decals be placed on the vehicle?

One on the top left corner of the front license plate; one on the top left corner of the rear license plate.

What is the fine for violating any GDL restriction?

$100

What is the penalty for altering a driver license or presenting an altered driver license?

Up to a $1,000 fine, up to 6 months imprisonment, and loss of driving privileges.

What is the penalty for illegally obtaining a driver license?

A $200 to $500 fine and/or 30 to 90 days imprisonment.

What is the speed limit in school zones, business, or residential districts?

25 mph

What is the speed limit in suburban business and residential districts?

35 mph

What is the speed limit on non-posted rural roadways?

50 mph

What is the speed limit on certain state highways (as posted) and interstates?

55 mph

What is the speed limit on certain interstate highways (as posted)?

65 mph

Motorists pay double fines for exceeding a 65 mph speed limit by how many miles per hour or more?

10 mph or more

In New Jersey, you may pass on the right only under what two specific conditions?

On roads with more than one lane moving in the same direction, or when the motorist ahead is making a left turn and there is room to pass.

What do both center lines being solid signify?

Passing is not allowed on either side.

What does it mean when one center line is broken and the other is solid?

Passing is allowed only on the side with the broken line.

What does it mean when both center lines are broken?

Passing is allowed on both sides.

What is an acceleration lane?

An extra lane at a highway entrance used by motorists to speed up and join the flow of traffic.

What is a deceleration lane?

An extra lane at a highway exit located on the right-hand side to help motorists slow down safely.

If you miss your exit on a highway, expressway, or turnpike, what should you do?

Go to the next exit (never back up on an exit ramp).

Unless a "No Turn on Red" sign is posted, NJ law allows a right turn on red after a motorist does what?

Comes to a full stop and checks for traffic and pedestrians.

A motorist must signal a turn at least how many feet before making the turn?

100 feet

How many feet away must a motorist stop from a railroad crossing when there are flashing red lights, ringing bells, or lowered gates?

At least 15 feet

How many feet away must a motorist stop from a school bus with flashing red lights on a two-lane road or undivided highway?

At least 25 feet

When a school bus has stopped directly in front of a school to pick up or let off children, a motorist may pass from either direction at what maximum speed?

10 mph

When approaching an ice cream truck with flashing lights and a posted stop signal, what must a motorist do?

Yield the right-of-way, come to a complete stop, and then pass at a speed of no more than 15 mph.

An emergency vehicle with blinking lights requires you to steer to the extreme right of the roadway and stop. How many feet behind that emergency vehicle must you remain?

At least 300 feet

You may not park within how many feet of a fire department vehicle in service?

200 feet

What is the fine for violating New Jersey's "Move Over Law" when approaching stationary emergency or maintenance vehicles?

Not less than $100 and not more than $500.

Headlights must be turned on between what specific times of day?

One-half hour after sunset until one-half hour before sunrise.

Headlights must be turned on if visibility is less than how many feet?

500 feet

Besides visibility rules, headlights must be turned on whenever what other vehicle parts are active?

Windshield wipers (during rain, snow, and ice).

When driving on a street, you cannot park more than how many inches from the curb?

6 inches

How many feet away must you park from a fire hydrant?

10 feet

How many feet away must you park from a crosswalk at an intersection?

25 feet

How many feet away must you park from a stop sign?

50 feet

How many feet away must you park from the driveway entrance to any fire station?

20 feet

How many feet away must you park on the street opposite a fire station entrance?

75 feet

What are the three components of the standard accident-prevention formula?

Be alert, be prepared, and act in time.

What rule should you use to determine a safe following distance under normal, dry road conditions?

The three-seconds-plus rule (keep at least 3 seconds of space between you and the vehicle ahead).

When traveling on wet roads, the standard 3-second following distance should be increased to how many seconds?

4 or more seconds

When traveling on packed snow, how many seconds of following distance should you maintain?

6 or more seconds

When traveling on an icy road surface, how many seconds of following distance should you maintain?

6 seconds or more (and up to 12 seconds depending on conditions).

What is the "one car-length rule" for following distance?

Keep one car length back (about 20 feet) for each 10 mph of speed.

Road surfaces are generally at their slickest during which specific timeframe of a rainfall?

During the first few minutes of a rainfall.

At what speed can hydroplaning (riding on a film of water) begin on wet roads?

Starting at 35 mph

After what speed may tires totally lose contact with a wet road surface, making braking and turning virtually impossible?

After 55 mph

Between which exact calendar dates may NJ motorists use studded snow tires to gain traction?

November 15 to April 1

In city driving, a motorist should look at least how many seconds ahead?

12 seconds ahead (far enough to see an object that takes 12 seconds to reach).

If your vehicle's wheels drift off the pavement onto the shoulder, what should you do first?

Slow down, regain control, and turn back onto the pavement slowly.

If your vehicle begins to skid, which direction should you turn the steering wheel?

In the direction the rear of the vehicle is skidding (without over-steering).

If your brakes suddenly fail while driving, what are the first two steps you should take?

Shift to a lower gear and pump the brake pedal fast and hard several times.

If you suffer a sudden tire blowout or flat tire, what should you do with the steering wheel and gas pedal?

Hold the steering wheel firmly, keep the vehicle straight, and gradually remove your foot from the gas pedal (do not slam on the brakes).

If your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks and a train is approaching, which direction should you run after exiting the car?

Run at a 45-degree angle away from the tracks, heading in the direction from which the train is coming.

Chapter 5: Defensive Driving (Quizlet-Ready Format)