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What are the three things you must know when driving with large trucks and buses?
visibility, required stopping distance, maneuverability.
Who are often victims of traffic accidents?
pedestrians and children.
In adverse weather conditions, how much longer does it take a truck or bus to stop?
25% longer.
How old must you be to operate a moped?
15
If your license is lost or stolen, what is the FIRST thing that you should do?
Report to local police.
If you move from another state to New Jersey, how many days do you have to title and register your car?
60 days.
How high should a license plate in New Jersey be at minimum?
No lower than 12 inches off the ground.
What is the maximum height for a license plate in New Jersey?
No higher than 48 inches.
How far must your license plate be visible at night?
50 ft.
When does a new vehicle need to be inspected?
It does not have to be inspected for 4 years.
How often must every vehicle be reinspected in New Jersey?
Every 2 years.
If you move from another state into New Jersey, when must your vehicle be inspected?
Within 14 days.
What type of auto insurance is mandatory in New Jersey?
Liability Insurance.
Which direction should pedestrians and joggers face when walking or running?
Toward the oncoming traffic.
How long is an initial registration for a brand-new vehicle valid?
5 years.
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
Slow down and proceed with caution.
What does a flashing red light mean?
Stop and yield to traffic for pedestrians.
How many sides does a stop sign have?
8
What color is a yield sign?
Red and white.
If you see an orange diamond sign, what type of roadway are you entering?
Construction or maintenance.
What does a green rectangle sign indicate?
You are approaching a direction.
What are the three categories of traffic signs?
Guidance, warning, regulatory.
What does a round yellow sign indicate?
You are approaching a railroad crossing.
What type of area are you approaching if you see a brown colored sign?
Public recreation.
If a large truck or bus driver cannot see you in their rearview mirrors, where are you?
In the truck's no zone or blind spot.
What must you do to share the road with large trucks and buses?
Leave more space when stopping behind them, maintain consistent speed, give more roadway when turning.
What color alerts motorists they must share the road with bicyclists and pedestrians?
Flashing red sign.
Why should a motorist increase their following distance behind a large vehicle?
They take up more space when turning.
What does a flashing red light indicate?
Stop. Look around for traffic & pedestrians. Go only when safe.
What does a green arrow signal?
Proceed only as shown by the arrow, be cautious & yield to people on foot.
When shown alone, what does a yellow light mean?
Traffic should stop before entering the intersection or crosswalk.
What should you do when you see a flashing yellow light?
Slow down and proceed with care.
What does a green light mean?
Go if the intersection is clear, yield to pedestrians & vehicles still in the intersection.
What should you do when you see a red light?
Stop before the intersection or crosswalk & remain standing until green is shown.
What is the primary purpose of traffic control devices on streets & highways?
To mitigate the risk of accidents.
