Drivers Ed - Ch.8/9/11 (Study Guide)

What three things must you know when driving with large trucks and buses?

Stopping distance, visibility, maneuverability

Who are often victims of traffic accidents?

Pedestrians & 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 years old

If your license is lost or stolen, what is the first thing you should do?

Contact or call local police

If you move from another state to New Jersey, how long do you have to title and register your car?

60 days

What is the required height range for a license plate in New Jersey?

No lower than 12 inches and no higher than 48 inches

How far must a license plate be visible at night?

50 feet

How long does a new vehicle go without needing an inspection?

5 years

How often must a vehicle be inspected in New Jersey?

Every 2 years

If you move to New Jersey, how soon 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?

Use sidewalks if available or face oncoming traffic

How long is an initial registration for a brand-new vehicle valid?

4 years

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

Slow down and proceed with care

What does a flashing red light mean?

Stop, yield to traffic and pedestrians, and go only when safe

How many sides does a stop sign have?

8 (octagon)

What color is a yield sign?

Red and white

What type of roadway are you entering if you see an orange diamond sign?

Construction or maintenance zone

What does a green rectangle sign indicate?

Direction/guidance

What are the three categories of traffic signs?

Regulatory, warning, guidance (road work/maintenance is also sometimes included)

What does a round yellow sign indicate?

Railroad crossing

What does a brown sign indicate?

Public recreation area

If a truck or bus driver cannot see you in their mirrors, where are you?

In their blind spots (No-Zones)

How should you share the road with large trucks and buses?

Leave more space when stopping behind them, give more roadway when they are turning, maintain consistent speed when passing

What color is used to alert motorists to share the road with bicyclists and pedestrians?

Yellow

Why should a motorist increase following distance behind a large vehicle?

So the truck driver can see your vehicle

What does a flashing red traffic light mean?

Stop, look for traffic and pedestrians, go only when safe

What does a green arrow traffic light mean?

Proceed only as shown by the arrow, yield to pedestrians

What does a yellow traffic light mean?

Stop if possible before entering the intersection or crosswalk

What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?

Slow down and proceed with care

What does a green traffic light mean?

Go if the intersection is clear, but yield to pedestrians and vehicles still in the intersection

What does a red traffic light mean?

Stop before the intersection or crosswalk and remain until green is shown

What do yellow center lines on the road indicate?

Separate traffic flowing in opposite directions

What do white lines on the road indicate?

Separate traffic going in the same direction

What do dashed lines on the road indicate?

Passing is permitted when safe

What do solid lines on the road indicate?

Do not pass

What are three types of traffic control devices?

Signs, signals, and pavement markings

What is the primary purpose of traffic control devices on streets and highways?

Regulate traffic flow and keep everyone safe