NJ STATE DRIVERS TEST

What does a yellow or amber light mean?

Slow down or proceed with caution

After you drive through a deep puddle of water, what should you do?

Pump your brakes to dry them out

What does a red and white triangular sign mean?

Yield

The speed limit in a school zone unless otherwise posted is?

25 mph

The NJ law allows points to be subtracted from your driving record if you have no moving violations and suspensions for how long?

1 year/12 months

If you change your name on your driver's license it must be reported to the MVC within how many weeks?

2 weeks

What does hydroplaning mean?

Your tires are driving on a film of water

How many feet could you park from a STOP sign?

50 feet

Any change of address on your driver's license must be reported within how many weeks?

1 week

How far away should you signal before making a turn?

100 feet

How often must you renew the registration card for your car?

Every year

During probationary period, a motorist must enroll in Probationary Driving School Program when?

accumulating 4 or more points and convicted of 2 or more moving violations

Signals should be used for?

changing lanes, turning, slowing down

What three items must you have with you at all times when driving?

Driver's license, registration card, insurance card

In adverse weather conditions, a truck takes longer to stop, this can be as much as what % more?

25% more

If under 21 yrs. old, NJ law states that you may be under the influence if your blood alcohol level content is more thant what %?

0.01%

The holder of a GDL permit (21 yrs old or older) is restricted to what driving hours?

No restrictions

You may park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?

10 feet

If you drink beyond a BAC of .05%, the risk of you causing a moter vehicle accident doubles and at .10% the risk increases to?

6 times as great

In NJ, studded snow tires can be legally used between what two dates?

Nov. 15th - April 1st

When parking uphill on a street with a curb on your right, your cars front wheels should be turned which way?

Away from the curb

If a person gets drunk at your home and has a motor vehicle accident after leaving your home, who is responsible and what could happen?

You are responsible and could be involved in a lawsuit

A person may operate a Moped with what types of licenses?

All

The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol related accident is to do what?

Not drink at all

The studies show that the greatest number of people arrested for drunk driving have been drinking what substance?

Beer

If a vehicle tries to pass you, what should you do?

Slow down and let them pass

If you are under 21 yrs. old and drive a vehicle with as little as 0.01% BAC, you are subject to what penalties?

Suspension of driving privilege

When you see or hear police, ambulance, or fire trucks sirens you must?

Move to the right

The shape of a Stop sign is?

octagon

A driver exammination permit only becomes valid when you pass what two tests?

Vision and knowledge tests

If a student driver commits a traffic offense, the responsibility will be with whom?

Both student and instructor

Name the important documents that you would need to bring with you for recieving your drivers license?

Birth certificate, passport, photo ID, proof of address, SS car, money

Two solid white lines that cross a street are called?

Crosswalk

What is the best way to take a curve in the road?

slow down before entering

What is the best way to communicate with other drivers?

Horn and lights

When is the only time you are permitted to use a hand held cell phone?

Emergency

How do you properly make a left hand turn from a two lane roadway to a four lane roadway?

1. Approach turn as close to the centerline as possible 2. Make turn before intersection 3. Turn into the left lane of the road

Describe a railroad sign.

Black and yellow. Circle with an X through it (STOP if flashing lights)

What should you do if you have a tire blow out?

Grip wheel firmly Take foot off gas pedal Let car coast to a stop

What must you do if a school bus stops on your side of the road? On the other side of the road?

Stop 25 feet behind

When should you use signals?

Changing lanes/When turning/When slowing down/Emergency

What is the illegal BAC for someone 21 and over? Under 21?

Over 21- .08 Under 21- .01

How and at what age do you get a basic drivers license?

18 with completion of provisional requirements

Police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, volunteer fire and rescue squad members responding to emergencies use sirens and red flashing lights. When you see or hear these you must:

Steer to the extreme right of the roadway and stop, letting them pass you

How much is the penalty for pedestrians under 17 who violate the pedestrian law:

$22

the Implied Consent Law means when you operate a motor vehicle on NJ roads:

You have agreed to take a breath test following and arrest for a suspected drinking and driving offense

Dim your lights to low beam when:

A vehicle is approaching you or when you are behind other vehicles

To avoid "Highway Hypnosis" when driving, it is a good practice to:

Avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds

Under New Jersey law, inline skaters, skateboarders, and bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as:

A moving motor vehicle

In addition to a valid registration and insurance card, a motorist operating a motor vehicle in NJ must carry:

A validated permit. a probationary or basic driver license pertaining to the vehicle being driven

How many seconds should you look ahead when driving in the city?

12 seconds ahead

While practice driving, a holder of a Special Permit must:

- Be accompanied by an adult supervising driver, in the front seat, at least 21 years of age with a minimum of three years driving experience

- Have a validated special permit

- Wear a seat belt

As of May 1, 2010 all GDL, drivers holding a special learner permit, examination permit or a Probationary License when operating a vehicle must:

Display a reflectorized red decal on the front and rear license plate

Driving with an uninsured vehicle can result in:

- Fines

- Community Service

- License and Registration suspension and violation surcharge

If you accumulate six or more points within three years you are subject to a surcharge of $150. How much is the surcharge for each additional point after the six?

$25

If your wheels drift onto the shoulder of the road and you want to return to the paved road, you should:

Slow down, regain control

If someone is suspected of suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning, it is important that you:

Immediately remove them from the source of carbon monoxide and call 911

Which motorist is most at risk for drowsy driving?

- A motorist that is sleep deprived

- A motorist driving alone

- Young people

When the pavement is marked with two center lines, one solid and one broken:

Passing is permitted only on the side with the broken line

You should always yield to:

- Emergency Vehicles

- Pedestrians

- Other vehicles

When driving around a curve, your vehicle may tend to:

Keep going straight

When passing a large truck or bus, it is important to remember:

There are several no-zones(blind spots) in which the motorist cannot see other vehicles

Altering a driver license, or showing an altered driver license, may result in:

- A fine of up to $1,000 - Up to 6 months imprisonment - Loss of driving privilege

If a motorist's vehicle becomes disabled he/she must:

Pull off as far as possible onto the shoulder or median

The Blood AlcoholConcentration level is determined by:

- The amount you drink - Your weight - How quickly drinks are consumed

All drivers, during rain, snow and ice, must have:

- Windshield wipers on - Headlights on

A supervising driver for the holder of a validated GDL permit must meet which of the following requirements:

- Must be 21 years or older - Must be a NJ Licensed driver seated in the front seat - Must be a licensed driver for a minimum of 3 years

Excluding dependents, how many passengers may accompany the holder of a validated GDL Special Learner Permit in the vehicle?

zone additional unless accompanied by a parent or gaurdian

The holder of a validated GDL Special Learner Permit must not drive between the hours of:

11:01 PM - 5:00 AM

A deceleration lane is:

An extra lane on a highway exit

You may not park within how many feet from a STOP sign?

50 feet

A motorist should increase following distance behind a large vehicle so its driver:

Can see the motorist's vehicle in the rear view mirror

The "three seconds-plus rule" can be used at any speed to help you:

Keep a safe following distance

The NJ child passenger restraint safety law requires that a child _______ and under 80 pounds or less, must ride in a safety or booster seat in the ________.

Eight (8) years old, rear seat

The holder of a Probationary Driver License is not permitted the use of the following while driving:

- Hand held or hands free interactive devices

- Wireless communication devices

- Cell phones, GPS, and hand held devices

A motorist should always be prepared to yield to which of the following:

Trains, Buses, and Postal Vehicles

To safely share the road with large trucks and buses, you must know:

The limitations of these vehicles regarding visibility, stopping distances, and maneuverability

The order of the colors on a traffic signal hung vertically are:

Red, Yellow, and Green

A motorist should never stop or park in front of a public or private driveway:

Unless directed to do so by a police officer

A twelve ounce can of beer has as much alcohol in it as:

1 1/2 ounces of whiskey, 5 ounce glass of wine

The purpose of the road test is to make sure the applicant understands the rules of the road and the safety of driving. Therefore, the applicant may be tested on:

- Stopping and turning

- Nearing corners or intersections

- Steering properly

When sharing the road with large trucks or buses, you should:

- Give more space to a truck making a wide turn

- Leave space when stopping behind a truck or bus

- Maintain a consistent speed when passing

When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, you must:

Stop at least 15 feet from the railroad crossing

Double solid lines in the center of the road means:

- No passing allowed -traffic in both directions

Upon completion of the GDL requirements, (one year of supervised driving) the holder of a Probationary License must:

Visit any MVC office to obtain an Unrestricted Basic License

If a person has been drinking, the only thing that can sober them up is:

Time

Seatbelts are used for what in the event of a car crash?

Being thrown from the car, sliding across seat and hitting windshield

What are the signs of an aggressive driver?

Improper lane changes, failing to yield to the right of way and tailgaiting

Before you practice driving with a permit what do you need to put on your car?

2 reflective orange stickers

After 2, 3 or 4 drinks alcohol begins to impair?

Reaction time, coordination, vision and judgement

What is proper technique to drive in reverse?

Put your right hand behind the passenger headrest, left hand to 12 oclock and turn to the right until you see clearly behind you

Why cant you take the test in a car with a console?

Examiner needs to be able to reach the pedals

When you move to NJ you have how long to inspect your car?

14 Days after you register it

How often do you inspect your car?

New car after 4 years used car every 2 two years

What is a habitual offender?

Anyone whose license is suspended 3 times in 3 years

Excluding dependents, how many passengers is the holder of a Probationary Driver License (under the age of 21) permitted to have in the vehicle?

One additional unless accompanied by a parent or guardian