MVC Road Test Review ( based on studyguides, book, and the final review)

When driving at all times, permit holders must have an adult supervising driver in the front seat, who is age_____ or older, has a ______________________, and has been a licensed driver for at least ____ years.

21 or older, has a valid basic NJ license,at least 3 years.

What are three items a motorist MUST have at all times when driving or taking a road test?

1. valid permit/license

2. valid car insurance

3. valid vehicle registration card

What is the age that a holder of a GDL permit is eligible to obtain a basic driver's license upon completion of requirements?

18 years old

Obtaining a driver's license illegally may result in a fine of _____ to ______ and/or imprisonment of ____ to ____ days.

$200-500, 30-90 days

What hours can permit holders or probationary license drivers NOT drive between?

11:01 PM to 5:00 AM

If you change your address, how many weeks do you have to report the change?

1 week

Excluding dependents, how many non-household members can GDL/permit holders have in their car?

1

As of May 1, 2010, any vehicle operated by a GDL/permit holder or probationary license holder under 21 must display how many red reflective decals and where should they be placed?

There should be 1 decal on the top left corners of the rear and front plates.

GDL/permit holders age _____ or over, have no hour or passenger restrictions.

21

If you altar a driver's license, you are subject to what three things?

a fine of up to $1000, up to 6 months in jail, and loss of driving privileges.

To get a Special Learner's Permit you must be at least ____ years old, must be enrolled in an approved ______________ driver training course and an ________________________ must purchase the permit. You must pass the _________________ and ___________ tests in order to get the Special Learner's Permit.

you must be at least 16 years old, you must be enrolled in an approved behind-the-wheel driver course, and an approved driving instructor must purchase the permit. You must pass the MVC's knowledge and vision tests in order to get your permit.

How old do you have to be to get your Probationary License?

What must you complete and what test do you have to pass?

you have to be 17.

you must complete at least 6 months of supervised driving and must pass the MVC's road test.

What hours CAN a Permitholder/Probationary license holder drive between?

5:01 AM and 11:00 PM

What is the fine for not adhering to the GDL restrictions?

$100

To get your Basic License you must be at least _______ years old and have completed at least _____________ of unsupervised driving with probationary driver license __________________________.

18 , 1 year, restrictions.

What is the purpose of the road test?

To make sure that the applicant understands the rules of the road and can drive safely

During the road test you may be tested on several things, name 5 highlighted things:

1. steering properly

2. stopping smoothly

3. nearing corners and intersections

4. turning

5. stopping at signs

The vehicle used for the road test must have unobstructed access to what so that it is accessible to the examiner?

emergency brake

The driver is responsible for all passengers under the age of ____ if they are not wearing seatbelts.

18

Name the three ways that seatbelts help keep you safe:

1. They keep motorists and passengers from being thrown from the car in a crash

2. They slow a body down with the vehicle

3. They keep a motorist from sliding on the seat during sudden stops and turns

All children under age ____ must be seated in the rear of the vehicle.

8

What hand signal is indicated when a driver's arm is down?

it indicates the hand signal of stopping or slowing down.

What hand signal is indicated when a driver's arm is extended straight out?

It indicates a left turn.

What hand signal is indicated when a driver's arm is at a right angle?

It indicates a right turn.

How should your wheels be turned when parked downhill?

How should your wheels be turned when parked uphill?

1. toward the curb

2. away from the curb

To drive in reverse, a motorists head and body should be turned to the ________ until you can see clearly through the ______________ without the use of ____________

turned to the right until you can see clearly through the back windows without the use of mirrors.

Children under age ______ and who weigh _____________ or less must ride in a federally approved safety seat in the rear seat of the vehicle and the same for children under age ____ and are less than ______ inches.

under age 8 and weigh 80 pounds or less

under age 8 and are less than 57 inches

What should a motorist do after driving through water to test them, with having conventional disc and drum brakes?

pump them gently

A motorist should always give a proper signal when doing these 4 things:

1. turning

2. changing lanes

3. stopping

4. slowing down

Name 3 conditions that can cause dangerous levels of Carbon Monoxide (CO) to accumulate in or around a vehicle, with potentially fatal results.

1. operating a vehicle with a tailpipe that is blocked by debris

2. operating a vehicle with an exhaust leak or poorly tuned engine

3. idling a vehicle in a garage or confined space even with the garage door open

What are 3 common symptoms of CO poisoning?

dizziness, loss of consciousness, nausea/vomiting

If you suspect someone is suffering from CO poisoning, what should you do?

Immediately remove that person from the source of the CO and call 911.

What is the regulatory sign that has 8 sides?

stop sign

What is the regulatory sign in the shape of a triangle?

yield sign

What shape and color are warning or construction signs?

diamond and orange

What is the order of traffic lights hung vertically from top to bottom?

red, yellow, green

At a yellow light, a motorist must stop before entering the ________, unless his/her vehicle is so close to the intersection that it cannot be stopped ________.

intersection,safely

What does a flashing red light mean?

Stop. Yield to traffic and pedestrians

Describe railroad crossing signs.

yellow and black circle

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

It means that passing is only allowed on the side with the broken line.

What does it mean when both center lines are solid?

It means that no passing is allowed?

What is the speed limit in a school, business, or residential area?

25 mph

Who must a motorist yield to at a multi-way stop, if both get to an intersection at the same time?

a motorist must yield to the person on the right.

The _____ lane is at the highway entrance while the _____ lane is at the highway exit

acceleration(entrance)

deceleration(exit)

NJ allows a right turn on red after you ______________________ and ___________, unless there is a ______ sign

you come to a full stop, and check for traffic unless there is a no turn on red sign

How do you make a left turn from a two-way road onto a two-way road?

Approach the turn as close as possible to the line nearest to the center of the road.

When approaching a curve it is important for a motorist to adjust ______ and __________. The best way to enter a curve is to _____________ before entering.

adjust speed and steering

slow down before entering

When a school bus is loading/unloading passengers in front of a school, you may pass at no more than _____ mph.

10

You may not park within ____ feet of a stop sign

50

You may not park within ____ feet of a fire hydrant

10

Do not park within ____ feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.

25

A handheld phone cannot be used while driving in NJ except for 5 reasons, name 3:

1. fire

2. traffic crash

3. medical emergency

You should always yield the right of way to what 4 types of vehicles?

1. buses

2. postal vehicles

3. emergency vehicles

4. trains

Headlights should be used ______ after sunset, _______ before sunrise, and when visibility is ________ or less; when using __________________ during rain, snow, or ice.

a half hour after sunset

a half hour before sunrise

when visibility is 500 feet or less

and when using windshield wipers during rain, snow, or ice

You must stop at least _____ feet from a railroad crossing when there are flashing lights and ringing lights.

15 feet

What is an uncontrolled intersection?

It is when two or more roads join and there is no traffic signal or regulatory device.

As a motorist nears a crossroad that is not controlled, he/she must ____________ and be ready to ____________ if any traffic is coming from the left or right.

he/she must reduce speed and be ready to stop

How can a motorist make a safe right turn?

a motorist should approach the intersection as far to the right as possible.

What does NJ law require motorists to do when emergency vehicles sound sirens or have flashing lights?

NJ law requires all motorists to yield to emergency vehicles when emergency vehicles sound. They should steer to the extreme right, stop, and wait for them to pass

Unless directed to do so by a police officer or to avoid an accident, you should never stop or park at the following two places:

1. in a bus stop zone

2. in front of a public or private driveway

Name 4 things a motorist should do for a pedestrian in a crosswalk:

1. obey speed limits

2. be always alert for pedestrians

3. never pass another vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian

4. stop for pedestrians in crosswalks

When is the only time you should use your bright(high) beams?

in open country driving where there is no traffic in sight

When are dim beams used?

When traveling behind other vehicles or when another vehicle is approaching.

If the driver behind you wants to pass you, what should you do to make it easier for them?

slow down

What is the standard crash prevention formula?

be alert, be prepared, and act in time

Name 3 groups of people at risk for drowsy driving.

1. sleep-deprived

2. driving alone

3. young people

If you go into a skid, what should you do?

take your foot off the gas pedal

What should a motorist do to avoid a spin?

turn in the direction the rear of the vehicle is skidding

During city driving, you should always watch for _________________________, be careful about ______________ and look ahead ______ seconds.

watch for the movement of others, be more careful about pedestrians, and look 12 seconds ahead.

If you have a tire blow out, what should you do?

He/she should hold the steering wheel firmly and keep the vehicle straight while gradually slowing down. Remove foot from gas pedal but don't use the brakes.

If your tires drift off the pavement onto the shoulder of the road what 2 things should you do?

1. slow down

2. regain control

When driving, to avoid _________________, avoid looking at any one object for more than a few seconds.

highway hypnosis

When are road surfaces the most slippery?

during the first few minutes of rainfall

If your brakes suddenly give out, the first thing you should do is ___________________________and ___________ the brakes hard and fast several times.

shift to a lower gear and pump the brakes

Since most people have trouble judging distances, what rule should they follow regarding following distance?

three-seconds plus rule

To drive safely at night, a motorist should always be sure the vehicle can stop within the ____________________________.

distance that he/she sees ahead

What can greatly affect a motorist's ability to drive?

emotions

What should a motorist do before they drive if they are angry?

take some time to cool off

Extreme cases of aggressive driving may lead to what?

a crash

What are 3 signs of an aggressive driver?

1. making improper or erratic traffic lane changes

2. failing to yield the right of way

3. following another vehicle too closely

If a motorist's vehicle becomes disabled, what should you do?

pull off as far as possible onto the shoulder or median and turn on the emergency lights

In NJ, when can studded snow tires be used?

between Nov. 15 and April 1

If your BAC is .10%, your chances of getting into an accident is ____ times as great and at slightly above .05% the risk ______________.

6 times as great

doubles

If a person gets into an accident after leaving your home drunk, you can become involved in what?

a lawsuit

What are drugs that effect driving skills?

1. tranquilizers

2. cold pills

3. some prescription medications

If you are under age 21, you cannot have a BAC of ________________

.01% or higher

_____ oz of 86 proof whiskey = _____ oz beer = _____ oz wine

1.5, 12, and 5oz

What does DUI mean?

your senses and judgement are impaired by alcohol

2-4 alcoholic drinks will begin to impair what 5 things?

1. reaction time

2. coordination

3. balance

4. vision

5. ability to judge distance

Law enforcement is trained to notice certain telltale signs that a motorist has been drinking. Name 3 of them.

1. weaving

2. speeding

3. quick stops

What are the 4 factors determining a person's BAC?

1. quantity of alcohol consumed

2. body weight

3. how quickly drinks are consumed

4. food eaten

During the driver's probationary period, a driver under the GDL program must enroll in a Probationary Driver Program if convicted of ___________ moving violations totaling ________ points or more

2 or more ,4

How long are probationary drivers on probation for?

1 year

___________ means automatically agreeing to take the breath test following an arrest for DUI.

Implied consent law

What is a habitual offender?

A motorist whose driver license has ben suspended 3 times in 3 years.

After completion of a Driver Improvement Program, how long is the driver on probation?

1 year

If a motorist refuses to take a breath test, what is the violation surcharge?

$1000 a year for 3 years

How many points will be subtracted from a motorist's point total for every year that the motorist goes without a violation or suspension?

Up to 3 points will be subtracted a year.

Can the point total ever be reduced below 0?

no

Driving while a license and/or registration is suspended and having a collision that causes injury to another person will result in what 3 penalties?

1. fine

2. continued suspension

3. potential for a minimum 45-day jail sentence