Driver's Education Cumulative Test Study Guide

What must you carry to operate a motor vehicle in NJ?

A valid driver license, valid probationary license or validated NJ permit, valid insurance card, and valid registration card.

What is the minimum age for obtaining a probationary license in NJ?

18 years old.

How soon must you report a change of address to the MVC after moving?

Within 1 week.

What must be reported to the MVC within 2 weeks?

A legally changed name.

How long do out-of-state drivers have to apply for a NJ license after moving?

Within 60 days or before their current license expires, whichever is sooner.

What program must individuals complete if they never had a driver's license?

The Graduated Driver License (GDL) program.

What is required for anyone under 18 applying for a NJ driver's license?

A signed consent form from a parent or guardian.

How long are GDL, special learner, and examination permits valid?

Until all qualifications for a probationary license are met or for 2 years, whichever occurs first.

What is the penalty for altering a driver's license in NJ?

Loss of driving privileges, a fine up to $1000, and/or imprisonment.

What is the format of a digital driver's license for individuals under 21?

Vertical format.

What is the format of a digital driver's license for individuals over 21?

Horizontal format.

What is the validity period of a NJ driver's license?

4 years.

What is required for 6 points ID verification?

At least one primary document, one secondary document, proof of address, social security number, and legal name proof if changed.

What is the minimum age to receive an unrestricted basic driver's license?

18 years old.

What are the steps for the Early Bird option in the GDL program?

Obtain a special learner's permit, practice with an adult supervising driver, get a probationary license, and then a basic driver license.

What is the minimum practice driving time for GDL permit holders under 21?

6 months.

What are the driving restrictions for a special learner's permit?

No driving between 11:01 PM and 5 AM, and must have an adult supervising driver.

What must all GDL drivers under 21 display on their license plates?

2 GDL decals.

What is the purpose of the Next of Kin Registry (Sara's Law)?

To maintain emergency contact information for individuals aged 14 and older.

What is the penalty for getting a driver's license illegally in NJ?

A fine up to $500 and/or imprisonment.

What is Nikhil's Law focused on?

Reinforcing the dangers of failing to comply with NJ's motor vehicle traffic laws.

What is required for the road test vehicle?

Valid inspection sticker, valid registration, valid insurance ID card, and 2 red GDL decals.

What are reasons for rejection during the road test?

Improper or expired inspection sticker, defects affecting safe operation, or obstructions preventing access to brakes.

What is the age requirement for organ donation registration in NJ?

18 years old.

What must you do if your current name differs from the name on your birth certificate?

Show proof of the name change.

What is the requirement for practicing supervised driving for adults (21+)?

Practice for at least 3 months before obtaining a probationary license.

What is required for the knowledge test for a basic driver's license?

50 questions with an 80% passing score, plus an organ donation inquiry.

What is the law regarding seat belt usage?

Motorists, front seat passengers, and children under 18 must wear seat belts.

What are the exemptions for the seat belt law?

Vehicles manufactured before July 1, 1966 are exempt.

By what percentage can seat belts improve survival chances in a crash?

Seat belts can improve survival chances by 60%.

How do seat belts help during a collision?

They prevent occupants from being thrown from the vehicle and slow the body's movement.

What is the leading cause of death for children in traffic accidents?

Traffic accidents are the leading killer of children.

What is the requirement for infant car seats?

Infant car seats must face rear at all times.

What is the rule for children under 12 regarding seating in a vehicle?

All children under the age of 12 must sit in the rear seat.

What are air bags designed to do?

Air bags supplement seat belts in frontal crashes.

Since when have air bags been required in new passenger cars?

Air bags have been required since 1999.

What should you do after driving through water to ensure brake functionality?

Pump brakes gently to test them and dry them out.

What is the minimum tread depth required for tires?

Tires must have more than 1/16 inch of tread.

What is the law regarding snow or ice on vehicles?

Must remove snow or ice from the vehicle before driving; violations can incur fines.

What are common symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Headache, dizziness, loss of consciousness, nausea/vomiting, chest pain, confusion.

What should you check before starting a parked car?

Look behind and in front of the vehicle for blind spots and obstacles.

What is the maximum allowed idling time for a vehicle?

Vehicle idling is restricted to 3 minutes or less.

What is the proper hand position on the steering wheel for normal driving?

Grip the wheel at the 9 and 3 o'clock positions.

What should you do if your vehicle has ABS brakes?

Apply steady pressure; do not pump the brakes.

What is the stopping distance affected by?

Driver's reaction time, weather and road conditions, vehicle weight, brake conditions, tire condition, and speed.

What signals should be used when turning or changing lanes?

Proper signals should be turned on at least 100 feet before the turn.

What are the hand signals for stopping or slowing down?

Hand and arm downward, palm facing to the rear.

How should you check blind spots while driving?

By turning your head to look.

What should you do before driving in reverse?

Ensure the path is clear using mirrors and turning to check.

What is the correct way to steer when reversing?

Turn the wheel in the direction you want the vehicle to go while looking out the back window.

What should you do if you miss your turn while driving?

Never back up.

What is the proper action when parking downhill?

Turn wheels toward the curb, set the hand brake, and put the vehicle in park.

What is the proper action when parking uphill?

Turn wheels away from the curb, set the hand brake, and put the vehicle in park.

What should you do when backing out of an angle parking space?

Walk around to ensure nothing is in the vehicle's way.

What is the most common type of city street parking?

Parallel parking.

What is the maximum distance a vehicle's tires should be from the curb when parallel parking?

No more than six inches.

What is a common contributing factor to fatal accidents?

Exceeding the speed limit.

What is the speed limit in school zones, business, or residential districts in NJ?

25 mph.

What is the speed limit in suburban business and residential districts?

35 mph.

What happens if you exceed the 65 mph speed limit by 10 mph or more in NJ?

You face double fines.

What is a moving violation?

A breach of traffic laws that occurs while the vehicle is in motion.

Give an example of a moving violation.

Speeding.

What should you do when driving on narrow or winding roads?

Always slow down.

What is the Safe Corridors program in NJ?

A program to improve highway safety with double fines for various driving offenses.

What is the law regarding passing on the right shoulder of the road?

It is against the law.

When is it safe to pass another vehicle?

When there is no oncoming traffic and the road's center lines allow it.

What should you do if you encounter a yellow line on the road?

Understand that it divides cars traveling in opposite directions.

What must motorists do for pedestrians in crosswalks?

Stop for pedestrians.

What are the penalties for failing to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks?

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

What is a controlled intersection?

An intersection with traffic signs or signals in any direction.

What should you do at a multi-way stop if two motorists arrive at the same time?

Yield to the motorist on the right.

What should you do if you miss an exit ramp?

Go to the next exit; never back up.

What should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled?

Pull off onto the shoulder, turn on emergency flashers, raise the hood, and stay in the vehicle.

What is the proper action when approaching a curve?

Adjust speed and steering to avoid drifting into another lane.

What must a driver do before turning right on red in NJ?

Come to a complete stop and check for traffic.

What is the general rule for yielding the right-of-way?

Yield to emergency vehicles, trains, buses re-entering traffic, postal vehicles, pedestrians in crosswalks, and other vehicles already in intersections.

What should you not do when making turns?

Do not cross dividing lines, cut corners, or turn wide.

How should you approach an intersection for a right turn?

Approach as close to the right as possible, near the curb and parked cars.

What is the rule for left turns from a one-way road?

You can turn left from a one-way road onto another one-way road.

What does a fresh green light indicate?

It means the light is changing to green, and most accidents occur in the first few seconds after it changes.

What should a motorist do when a green light turns yellow?

They must stop before entering the intersection unless they are too close to stop safely.

What is a stale green light?

A light that has been green for some time.

What does a flashing yellow light indicate?

It instructs to slow down but does not require a stop.

When must a motorist stop at an intersection?

At a stop sign, red light, yellow light after green, when ordered by a traffic officer, or at a yield sign when traffic does not allow movement.

What is the stopping distance from a railroad crossing when lights are flashing?

Motorists must stop at least 15 feet from the railroad crossing.

What is the requirement for stopping for school buses?

Must stop for school buses with flashing red lights at least 25 feet away on a two-lane road.

What should you do when approaching a frozen dessert truck with flashing lights?

Yield right of way to anyone crossing the road, watch for children, and stop before passing at no more than 15 mph.

What is the law regarding yielding to emergency vehicles?

Motorists must steer to the extreme right and stop when emergency vehicles are signaling.

What is the Move Over Law?

Requires motorists to change lanes away from stationary emergency vehicles or reduce speed if unable to change lanes.

When must headlights be used?

From half an hour after sunset to half an hour before sunrise, or when visibility is 500 feet or less.

What are the two sets of beams for headlights?

Bright (high) for open country driving and dim (low) for city driving and traffic.

What is illegal regarding parking near a fire hydrant?

It is illegal to park within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.

What is the fine for using handheld devices while driving?

Fines range from $200 to $400 for the first offense.

What does Kulesh's, Kubert's, & Bolis' Law state?

Illegal use of a cell phone while driving is considered recklessness under vehicular homicide and assault by auto statutes.

What is the penalty for littering from a vehicle?

Fines can be up to $1000, and the driver may lose their license if the vehicle is moving when garbage is thrown.

What is the Standard Collision Prevention Formula?

Be alert, be prepared, and act in time to reduce chances of a collision.

What is aggressive driving?

A progression of unlawful driving actions such as speeding, improper lane changing, or improper passing.

What can extreme cases of aggressive driving lead to?

Road rage.

What is road rage?

When motorists lose their tempers or become frustrated due to traffic disturbances.

List some behaviors of aggressive motorists.

Running stop signs, speeding, tailgating, weaving through traffic, making unsafe lane changes, and using hand gestures.