NJ MVC Written test 2024

What three things must a motorist carry in the vehicle at all times?

valid driver license/permit, valid insurance, vehicle registration cards

Two lane traffic

A motorist with a valid permit must be accompanied by who?

an appropriately licensed driver

How long does a motorist have to report an address change to the MVC?

one week

How long does a motorist have to report a name change to the MVC?

two weeks

How long does an out-of-state licensed motorist have to apply for a NJ state license?

60 days or before the current license expires

A motorist with a valid license from another country can drive with that license for how long?

up to a year

Drivers under age 21 cannot operate a motor vehicle without displaying what on the license plates of the vehicle?

To visible reflective GDL decals provided by the MVC

How long are drivers license is valid for?

Four years

Motorists under 21 years of age will receive what kind of drivers license?

A vertical format, drivers license

What identity verification do you need in order to apply for a New Jersey drivers license?

Proof of New Jersey residency, one primary document, one secondary document , social security number, and at least six points of ID

After getting the examination permit, what must be done in order to get the probationary license?

You must practice with an adult supervising driver for at least six months and observe all examination permit driving restrictions; you must have the red GDL decals attached to the vehicle when driving. After the six months you must pass the MVC road test

What must be done to get the basic driver license?

You must practice unsupervised driving for at least one year following all probationary driver license restrictions, as well as having to read GDL decals attached to vehicle when driving. Once the year has passed, you must visit an MVC licensing center to upgrade to a basic drivers license and pay the required fee

Where should the two red decals be placed?

One decal is to be displayed on the top left corner of the rear license plate, and the other on the top left corner of the front license plate. They are distributed through the MVC with a fee of four dollars.

What restrictions does an examination permit holder have?

No driving between 11:01 PM and 5 AM; Must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult supervising driver, who is at least 21 years of age, who possesses a valid New Jersey driver license, and has minimum three years of driving experience; Passengers are limited to dependence of the permit holder, and one additional passenger, unless accompanied by a parent/guardian; All passengers must wear seatbelts; Must display decals on license plates

What is The Next-of-Kin Registry (Sara's Law)?

Statewide New Jersey web-based system that allows individuals at least 14 years of age to voluntary submit and maintain emergency contact information through the New Jersey MVC (This will only be used by law enforcement if a person is involved in a motor vehicle crash that renders him or her unable to communicate)

Nikhil's law does what?

Reinforces the dangers of failing to comply with New Jersey motor vehicle traffic laws

The pledge for Nikhil is what?

To stop completely at any stop sign and never go through a red light, to keep hands on the wheel in mind on the road, and to use a hands-free phone system while driving and not texting

What class is a basic drivers license?

Class D

Who needs to wear a seatbelt under New Jersey state law?

Every passenger in the vehicle

Seatbelts improve a motorist chances of surviving a crash by how much?

60%

What ways do seatbelts help?

They keep motorist and passengers from being thrown from the vehicle in a crash, face lower body down with the vehicle, they keep all passengers from sliding on the seat, during sudden stops and turns

In which direction must an infant seat never be faced?

Forward

All children under eight years of age must be seated in a

Rear seat

Children of any age are safest where?

When belted properly in the backseat of a vehicle

How can a motorist tell if his or her vehicle has airbags?

By the words, airbag or the letters SRS (supplemental restraint system) or SIR (supplemental inflatable restraint) on the dashboard panel or steering wheel

It is the responsibility of all vehicle owners to ensure that their vehicles are in proper working condition by

Regular maintenance and care

It is against New Jersey law to have any backup lights on while a vehicle is moving _______

forward

A motorist should be able to brake

smoothly and quickly

When should the brakes of a vehicle be checked?

If the vehicle pulls to one side when it stops, or if a motorist feels a top pedal or here's an unusual, squealing or grinding sound

A motorist should be able to stop within

25 ft at 20 mph

with conventional disc and drum brakes, a motorist should ____ them gently after driving through water to test them and dry them out.

pump them gently

If a vehicle has antilock braking system (ABS) the brakes can be tested by

Applying steady pressure to the brake pedal

Never ________ and ABS or _____ the steering wheel when

Pump ; jerk

I'm very soft surfaces, such as loose, gravel or unpack snow, and ABS system may _____ stopping distance

Lengthen

In wet and slippery conditions a motorist should do what?

Drive carefully, always keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of them, maintainers, be consistent with the road conditions

Always replace broken light covers, why?

They may cause clear that affects the motor is in the back

Bright and dim headlights must

Be working and be properly aligned ( can be checked against a wall)

When should the horn be used?

When passing someone or when coming out of a blind alley, curve, or driveway, or to warn another motors of a potentially dangerous situation

On street level roads a vehicle should

Hold a straight course ( front end should not vibrate or shimmy)

Taillights of a vehicle must be ____ in color and must be visible _____ feet away.

Red in color and visible for at least 1000 feet.

Taillights

Signal other motorist in the dark and prevent crashes

If a motorist feels or hears any unusual thumping while driving, he/she should

to check the tires

Tire pressure should be checked _____.

Often, especially when tires are cold

properly inflated tires are important why

Saves money in fuel consumption

A vehicle should not be driven with tires that have

less than 1/16 inch of tread

In order to hold onto the road properly tires

Must match and must have enough tread

A motorist should be able to hear the _____ and see the ____ ______ of turn signals on the dashboard

Clicking ; lighted arrows

New Jersey law prohibits ________ on windshield and front side windows

Tinting

State law requires a motorist to remove ______ from a vehicle before driving it

snow or ice

Carbon monoxide is an

colorless , odorless, tasteless gas present in a vehicle's exhaust. (Potentially fatal when accumulated in or around a vehicle.)

If you suspect someone is suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning

Immediately remove that person from the source of the carbon monoxide and call 911 for immediate medical attention

Before getting into a vehicle

look behind and in front of it (there are Blindspot once a motorist is behind the wheel)

Starting a parked car checklist

Nothing should be blocking a motorist's vision; The seat must be adjusted to the motors can reach all pedals and controls easily, and so he, or she is arms length from the steering wheel; Inside and outside rearview mirror should be adjusted; Seatbelts and shoulder harnesses should be fastened; The vehicle should be in park or neutral gear in the parking brake should be set; Door should be locked; Good posture should be used

When is a motorist properly positioned?

When he or she can see clearly and can glance to the rear

What percent of information of motors needs is visual?

95%

What is a Blindspot?

Areas where a motorist cannot see behind his or her vehicle on both sides through the mirror

How should a motorist check his or her Blindspots?

By turning the head

How should outside mirrors be adjusted?

So that the motorist can see the tip of the driver side, front door handle in the lower right of the mirror (will allow the motorist to see part of the lanes of traffic to the left and rear the vehicle)

After starting the engine, what should a motorist do?

Make sure his path is clear by turning and looking back

A motorist should not rely on

Rearview mirrors

How can a motorist check the vehicles mirrors?

By letting a vehicle pass on the left; as the passing vehicle disappears from the inside rearview mirror, a motorist should be able to see its front bumper in the outside rearview mirror

New Jersey law requires all motors to restrict vehicle. Idling too?

Three minutes or less

What is the hand position for driving?

9 and 3

Both hands should always be kept on the wheel, except when

Shifting gears, or giving hand signals

The motorist should keep the vehicle in the ______ of the lane that it is traveling

center

On a 2 Lane Rd. with traffic coming toward the vehicle, the motorist should

Keep to the right

________ over ________ steering permits, a motorist to make steering adjustment ranging from very minor up to a half turn of the wheel, while keeping both hands on the wheel

Hand over hand

How does a motorist initiate a turn of the wheel?

Pushing the wheel up from the nine or 3 o'clock position tour 12 o'clock, and the opposite hand crosses over and downs with 9 or 3 o'clock position

When coming out of a turn a motorist uses

Controlled slipping of the wheel

what type of steering is particularly well-suited for precision maneuvers, steering through curves, intersection entry and exit, and skid recovery?

Hand over hand

The faster a vehicle is going the longer it will take to _____

Stop

________ _______ depends on a motorist reaction time, weather and visibility conditions, vehicle weight, brake conditions, condition and type of tires, roadway conditions, speed

Stopping distance

A vehicle travels ______ feet per second at 60 mph

88

Most motorist have a typical reaction time of

3/4 a second

Deceleration is approximately ____ per second

14 feet

Many new motorist make this common mistake with brake pedals that leads to wearing out brakes and tires

Slamming on the brake pedal, even if there is no emergency

What type of pressure should be applied to the brake to bring the vehicle to a controlled stop?

Steady, gentle pressure

A motorist should always use his or her blank foot for both of the brake and the gas pedal

Right foot

A motorist should always give a proper ________ when turning, changing lanes, stopping or slowing down

signal

A motorist should put on the turn signal, at least _____ feet before turning

100

Be sure to do what after completing a turn?

Cancel the signal

The correct hand signal for a stop or slowing down :

Hand and arm downward palm facing to the rear

The correct hand signal for a left turn:

left arm and hand extended straight out

The correct hand signal for a right turn:

Left hand and arm pointing upward

The horn is a ______ signal

warning

Only ______ vehicles may use sirens, whistles, or bells

Emergency

Before driving in reverse, what should you do?

Check if path is clear - by using mirrors, and by turning to the right and looking out the rear window

In reverse, how does steering work?

Turning the wheel to the right, one, direct the vehicle to the right. turning the wheel to the left, will direct the vehicle to the left. Not turning the wheel will move the vehicle straight backwards.

What position should a motorist head and body be, when reversing?

Turned to the right until he/she can see clearly through the back window of the vehicle without the use of mirrors; right hand and arm should be placed over the back of the front passenger seat, the left hand should grasp the top of the steering wheel

How fast should a vehicle be driven in reverse?

2-4 mph (Walking speed)

When driving in reverse, the motorist should not turn forward until the vehicle is totally ______

Stopped

If the motorist must turn the wheel while reversing other than in a straight line (ex: parallel parking) ______ _______ must be on the steering wheel while and motorist head and body is turned to look out the rearview window.

Two hands

__________ the wheel with one hand, while turning in reverse is dangerous, and can result in failing the road test

Palming

Always remember when reversing that the front of a vehicle will swing in the ______ direction of a turn

Opposite

To make safe turns, a motorist should decide well in advance, where he/she wants to turn. State law requires a motorist to move to the proper lane and signal at least ____ ____ before making any turn.

100 feet

Last-minute turns can be

Unsafe

If a turn is missed, never ________ _____

Back up, take the next turn instead

Before turning a motorist should always:

Use the mirrors to look behind both sides for other vehicles or people; check for less visible vehicles (motorcycles; bicycles, etc); signal first then move into the proper lane; slow down before reaching an intersection; keep a steady speed and follow pavement markings; always stay in the same lane until the turn is finished; make sure the turn signal is turned off after the turn is completed

When turning a vehicle around a motorist should start from the ________ edge of the road

Right