NJ Driver's Ed

What three things must a motorist that operates a motor vehicle in the state of New Jersey carry with them?

a valid driver license, a valid probationary license or a validated New Jersey permit, valid insurance, vehicle registration cards

What do individuals who have never had a driver's license before must complete?

MVC's Graduated Driver License Program

The New Jersey (GDL) Graduated Driver License Program introduces what?

driving privileges in phases with a period of suspended driving before getting a basic driver license

GDL, special learner, and examination permits are valid until what?

until all qualifications for a probationary license are met, or for two years, whichever comes first. All others are valid for 90 days

All examination permit and probationary drivers shall not operate a motor vehicle without displaying what?

two visible, reflective decals on the license plates of the vehicle

Altering a driver license or showing an altered driver license may result in...

loss of a motorist's driving privilege, fine up to $1000, and/or up to six months imprisonment

Getting a driver license illegally may result in...

a fine of up to $200 to $500 and/or imprisonment of 30-90 days

How old do you have to be to get a Basic Automobile License?

18

How old do you have to be to get a Probationary Automobile License?

17

Do you have to get a boating license to operate a power boat?

yes

How old do you have to be to get a boating license?

16

How many ID point verifications do you need in order to apply for a driver's license?

at least one primary document, at least one secondary document, at least 6 points of ID and proof of address

Failure to follow the Graduated Driver License Restrictions placed upon first-time drivers may result in...

a fine of $100 and possible suspension of a motorist's driving privileges

What is the difference between Special Learner Permit and an Examination Permit?

for the examination permit the applicant does not have to be a student and an instructor is not necessary, you need to be 16 for a special learner permit and 17 for an examination permit

What requirements do you have to complete to get a Special Learner Permit?

must be at least 16 years old

have signed parent or guardian consent

must be enrolled in approved behind-the-wheel driver training through the N.J. Department of Education or commercial driving school

an approved instructor must purchase the permit

must pass MVC's knowledge and vision tests

must pay required fee

The next step would be to obtain a Probationary Driver's License, what do you have to complete?

six months of supervised driving without any suspensions or postponements, must pass MVC's road test, must be at least 17 years old

In order to get an Examination Permit what requirements do you have to complete?

must pass MVC's knowledge and vision test

must be at least 17 years old

must pay required feee

must obtain parent or guardian consent if you are under 18 years of age

You cannot drive between what hours if you have a Special Learner Permit?

11:01 pm and 5:00 am

You cannot drive between what hours if you have an Examination Permit or a Probationary Driver's License?

11:01 pm and 5:00 am

If you have a Special Learner Permit/Examination Permit/ or a Probationary Driver's License who are you allowed as passengers?

limited to any parent, guardian or dependent of the special permit holder and one additional passenger for special learner permit and unless accompanied by a parent/guardian for examination permit and probationary driver license

Under Special Learner Permit/Examination Permit/ or Probationary Driver License restrictions what are you not allowed to do while driving?

never allowed to use hand-held or hands-free cell phones or any other electronic devices

If the Examination Permit or Probationary License holder is 21 years of age or older do hour and passenger restrictions apply?

no

If you DO NOT have a Special Learner's Permit can you still go out and practice driving with a parent or guardian?

yes

All GDL drivers under age 21, who possesses a permit or probationary license are required to display what?

2 visible, red reflective decals, distributed through the MVC on any vehicle that they operate

What do you need to provide to receive a GDL driver exemption to the hours rule?

legible certification to indicate this need from his/her employer or religious official on the official on the official letterhead of the business, organization, or religious institution, with the signature of the certifying official and his/her name, title, address, and phone number

Can you drive a commercial truck with a basic driver's license?

no

How old do you have to be to apply for a Special Learner Permit?

at least 16 years old

How old do you have to apply for an Examination Permit?

at least 17 years old

How old do you have to be to apply for a Probationary Driver License?

at least 17 years old

How old do you have to be to apply for a Basic Driver License?

at least 18 years old

All applicants for a New Jersey driver license must have all required documents to satisfy what?

the 6 point ID verification

What type of screening test is required for all motorists?

vision

Basic license applicants must have what kind of vision?

20/50 vision with or without corrective lenses

The New Jersey State Knowledge test consists of 50 questions, what percent do you need to pass the test?

80% correct

After an applicant passes the knowledge test and vision screening and an approved behind-the-vehicle course, the MVC will validate his/her what so he/she can practice?

permit

GDL permit holders, 21 years or older must have how many months of supervised driving prior to a road test appointment?

minimum of 3 months supervised driving prior to a road test appointment

What are the 3 important items (documents) that a vehicle must have in order for a road test to begin?

valid inspection sticker, valid registration document, valid ID card

Do you need a valid driving permit in order to take the road test?

yes

Does the accompanying driver need to have a valid license?

yes

The purpose of the road test is to make sure the applicant understands what?

the rules of the road and can drive safely

If an applicant passes the road test, the examiner will issue what?

an authorization for licensing

The MVC will monitor a new driver's habits for how long?

two years

During the road test, what 5 things will the applicant be tested on?

driving in reverse, parallel driving, turning, stopping smoothly and starting a vehicle

Can a vehicle's condition be the cause of a road test failure?

yes

If an applicant fails the road test how must he/she wait before taking the test again?

he/she must wait at least two weeks before taking the test again, after several failures one may have to wait 6 months before taking the test again

What does GDL mean?

Graduated Driver License Program

What does New Jersey's Seat Belt Law say you must do to follow the law?

all front-seat occupants of passenger vehicles affected in New Jersey to wear a seat belt. The motorist is responsible for all passengers under 18 years of age

Motorists with GDL permits or probationary licenses must use what?

seat belts

Additionally, GDL permit or probationary license holders must require what?

all passengers seated anywhere in the vehicle to use seat belts

Can a police officer stop a motorist solely for a violation of the seat belt law?

yes

What are three ways a seat belt can help in a collision?

the keep motorist and passengers from being thrown from the vehicle, they slow down a body with a vehicle, and they keep a motorist/passenger from sliding on the seat during sudden stops and turns

What does the New Jersey Child Passenger Safety Law state?

children up to 8 or have a weight of 80 pounds must ride in a federally approved safety or booster seat in the read of a vehicle, if there is no rear seat, the child must sit in the front seat secured by a safety or booster seat

Where in the car should a child safety car seat be placed?

in the back seat

A motorist should always check what before driving it?

the condition of the vehicle before driving it

A motorist should be able to brake _____ and _____.

smoothly and quickly

What do tail lights do?

signal other motorists in the dark and prevent accidents

What does the New Jersey State Law say about removing Snow/Ice from your vehicle?

It is required to remove snow/ice from a vehicle before driving it

If snow or ice dislodges from a moving vehicle, it could what?

strike another vehicle or pedestrian, causing injury or property damage

What is a blind spot?

anything that the driver can not see once he/she is behind the wheel. It is an area that a motorist cannot see behind his/her vehicle (on both sides) through the mirror.

New Jersey law requires all motorists to restrict vehicle idling for how many minutes?

3 minutes or less

What is idling harmful to?

your vehicle and your health

For normal driving, a motorist should grip the steering wheel by the outside rim at what positions?

by the outside rim at the 9 and 3 o'clock positions

What kind of steering should you use?

hand-over-hand steering

What do stopping distances depend on?

motorist reaction time, weather & road conditions, vehicle weight, brake conditions, roadway conditions, speed, condition & types of tires

How many feet will it take you to stop if you are going 60 mph?

366 feet

When should a motorist always give a proper signal?

turning, changing lanes, stopping, slowing down

How many feet before turning must a motorist turn on the turn signal?

100 feet prior to turning

New Jersey law requires a motorist to know the correct hand signals for stopping and turning. What is the hand signal for the right turn?

put hand and arm upward out the window

What is the hand signal for the left turn?

put your hand and arm straight out the window

What is the hand signal for stop?

put your hand and arm downward, palm facing the rear

Do you have to know how to drive in reverse to pass the road test?

yes

What is a K turn used for?

3 point turn

When parking a vehicle facing downhill, which way should you turn your wheels in relation to the curb?

turn your wheels towards the curb

When parking a vehicle uphill, which way should you turn your wheels in relation to the curb?

turn your wheels away from the curb

When would you need to know how to parallel park?

city streets and in parking lots

Do you have to know how to parallel park in order to pass the road test?

yes

What is the most common contributing factor of fatal and other types of accidents?

exceeding the speed limit

According to New Jersey Law, unless otherwise posted (if there is no speed limit sign) what is the speed limit in a...

school zone, business/

residential district

suburban business and residential district

non-posted rural highways

state highways and interstates

25 mph

35 mph

50 mph

55 mph

If you commit a moving violation (such as going 10 mph over a 65 mph speed limit) what kind of fine will you pay?

motorists will have to pay double fines

Is it against New Jersey Law to block traffic by driving too slow?

yes

What does it mean if you are driving on a road with the following lane markings?

both center lines are solid

one center line is broken

both center lines are broken

both center lines are solid...no passing allowed

one center line is broken...passing is allowed only on the side with the broken line

both center lines are broken...passing is allowed on both sides

Motorists should always be prepared to yield to what kinds of vehicles or pedestrians?

emergency vehicles, buses, postal vehicles, motorized or mobility-assistance devices, other vehicles that are already in the intersection

Pedestrian safety is a shared responsibility but if a motorist fails to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk what will happen to you?

fine up to $500, up to 25 days in jail, community service, driving privilege suspension of up to 6 months and 2 points

Who are the most vulnerable roadway users?

pedestrians

What is an intersection?

where two or more roads cross or emerge at angles

What is a controlled intersection?

if there are traffic signals or signs in any direction or controlled by a police officer

At a multi-way or 4-way intersection, a motorist must yield to what motorist if you get to the intersection at the same time?

must yield to the person on the right

What should a motorist do if they go to an intersection and another motorist is already stopped at the intersection?

yield to another motorist already stopped at the intersection

Can you drive on private property to avoid a traffic signal or sign?

no

What is an uncontrolled intersection?

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

What is the general rule when at an uncontrolled intersection?

the vehicle on the left should yield to the vehicle on the right

If you are driving through a traffic circle and in doubt concerning who has the right of way what should you do?

use extreme caution and remember the basic role of governing an uncontrolled intersection; the vehicle to the left yields the right-of-way to the vehicle approaching from the right.

What is an acceleration lane?

extra lanes at highway entrances used by motorists to speed up to join the flow of traffic

What is a deceleration lane?

are extra lanes at a highway exit located on the right-hand side of the road way (exit ramps)

If you miss an exit on a highway what should you do?

go to the next exit

If you are driving around a curve what tends to happen to your vehicle?

your vehicle tends to keep going straight

What is the best way to drive through a curve?

check for curve ahead warning signs and recommended speeds and watch for vehicles that may drift into his/her lanes

Unless a No Turn on Red sign is posted what does New Jersey Law allow you to do?

turn on a red light after a motorist comes to a full stop and checks for traffic

How many feet before you make a turn are you supposed to use a signal?

100 feet before making any turn

How many feet away must you stop from a stopped school bus that has a flashing amber or red lights on?

at least 25 feet away