drivers ed

Who is responsible for passengers under 18 years of age?

The driver

True or False: An officer can stop a motorist for not wearing a seatbelt.

True

If you are a passenger age 18 or older, you may be issued a if your seatbelt is not fastened.

Summons

If you're involved in a crash, how much can wearing a seatbelt save your life?

Up to 60%

If a vehicle hits something it stops. What happens to bodies/objects inside?

They continue moving in the same direction

Define Newton's First Law

An object stays in motion at the same speed unless an external force is applied

Airbags are designed to _ seatbelts

Supplement

_ are one of the leading causes of children's deaths.

Car crashes

Children under 2 years old and under 30 lbs must ride in a rear-facing seat.

Correct

Children under age 4 who weigh less than 40 lbs must ride in a rear-facing seat until they outgrow manufacturer limits.

Correct

Where should a child safety seat be placed?

In the rear seats

What is the exception for child safety seat placement?

If there is no backseat, the child must be in a federally approved restraint/booster seat

Children under age 8 who are less than 57 inches tall must sit in a booster seat or back seat

Correct

Airbags inflate at speeds up to mph.

200 mph

When should airbags be turned off?

When a rear-facing child seat is in the passenger seat.

Where are children seated safest?

Back seats, facing the rear (infants).

What is the law regarding children under age 12 in vehicles?

Children under age 12 must always sit in the backseat.

How do you know if your car has airbags?

Label or indicator.

What does ABS stand for?

Anti-lock Braking System.

What is the minimum tread depth for tires?

2/32 inch.

What is the hand signal for a right turn?

Left arm bent at the elbow pointing upward (90°).

What is the hand signal for a left turn?

Left arm straight out, parallel to the ground.

What is the hand signal for stopping/slowing?

Left arm bent downward at elbow (90°), hand pointing downward.

What is the fine if ice/snow dislodges and damages another vehicle?

$25-$75, higher if it causes injury or damage.

What are important steps before starting your car?

Windows clean, seat adjusted, mirrors adjusted, seatbelts fastened, vehicle in park/neutral, doors locked.

What percentage of information a motorist needs is visual?

More than 95%.

What are blind spots?

Areas not seen with mirrors.

In NJ, what is the maximum idling time allowed?

3 minutes.

What is the proper hand position on the wheel?

9 and 3 o'clock; hands on outside of wheel, thumbs on rim.

What happens if you slam brakes too hard?

You can skid.

What foot is used for gas?

Right foot.

What foot is used for brake?

Right foot.

Turn signals must be on at least how many feet before turning?

100 feet.

While reversing, turning the wheel right moves the car which direction?

Left.

What is another name for a 3-point turn?

K-turn.

What is important aside from setting the parking brake?

Turn wheels toward/away from curb depending on slope.

Downhill wheels should turn which direction?

Toward the curb.

Uphill wheels should turn which direction?

Away from the curb.

What is the most common city parking type?

Parallel parking.

What is angle parking and where is it found?

Cars are angled; used in parking lots or garages.

What does P stand for in transmission gear letters?

Park.

What does R stand for in transmission gear letters?

Reverse.

What does N stand for in transmission gear letters?

Neutral.

Is driving a right or a privilege?

Privilege.

What 3 documents must you ALWAYS carry while driving?

License/permit, vehicle registration, insurance card.

How long do you have to report a name change?

2 weeks.

How long to report an address change within NJ?

1 week.

How long to report when moving into NJ from another state?

60 days.

What is the minimum age for Option A (Early Bird)?

16.

What is the minimum age for Option B (Young Adult)?

17.

What is the minimum age for Option C (Adult Road)?

21.

What GDL restrictions don't apply if the driver is 21+?

No time restriction, no passenger restriction, no GDL decals required.

What are the 6 restrictions a permit driver must follow?

Must display red GDL decals (front & back), no driving 11:01 PM-5:00 AM, must drive with adult supervision (21+, 3 years experience), seatbelts required for all, no phones or electronic devices, only 1 passenger unless with parent/guardian.

How many questions are on the NJ knowledge test?

50.

How many correct answers are needed to pass the NJ knowledge test?

40.

What is the minimum requirement for the vision test?

20/50.

What three things must a vehicle have to take the road test?

Valid inspection sticker, valid registration, valid insurance card.

What skills will the examiner test during the road test?

Driving in reverse, stopping at signs, nearing corners/intersections, stopping smoothly, sitting properly, turning, steering properly, parallel parking, yielding right-of-way, starting the vehicle, using horn, following vehicles, driving on hills (inclines/declines).

What do you need to bring to MVC to get your digital license?

Stamped permit, 6 points of ID, proof of address, SSN (or equivalent).

A basic driver's license is what class?

Class D.

Probationary license monitoring lasts how long?

1 year.

If you fail the road test, how long must you wait?

14 days.

How do you schedule the road test?

Online MVC appointment or in-person at MVC.

You may be tested in an off-road area or __?

A public road course.

Why might your car be rejected for the road test?

No/expired inspection sticker, no access to hand brake for examiner, unsafe tires, brakes, lights not working, no seatbelts, tinted windows (illegal), self-parking/autopilot vehicle, missing GDL decals (if under 21).

How many primary documents are needed?

1.

Example of a 4-point primary document?

Passport.

How many secondary documents are needed?

1-2.

Name one of each: 3-, 2-, and 1-point documents.

3-pt = Passport (if used as secondary), 2-pt = School ID, 1-pt = Report card.

In addition to 6 points, you must show proof of what two things?

Address & Social Security Number.

True or False: All identity documents must be original?

True.

What is the posted speed limit in school zones and residential districts?

25 mph

What is the posted speed limit in suburban business and residential areas?

50 mph

What is the posted speed limit on non-posted rural roadways?

55 mph

What is the posted speed limit on certain state highways?

35 mph

What is the posted speed limit on certain interstate highways?

65 mph

When do motorists pay doubled fines?

When exceeding 65 mph speed limit by 10+ mph

What should you never do regarding speed limits?

Drive faster than conditions safely allow

True or False: Some crashes are caused by driving too slowly.

True

What is a Safe Corridor?

High-risk roads where fines are doubled

Which side must most passing occur?

On the left

When is passing on the right allowed?

When there is more than one lane in the same direction or a car is turning left with space

What does it mean when both center lines are solid?

No passing

What does a broken center line indicate?

Passing allowed on both sides

When is passing allowed with one solid and one broken line?

Only on the broken-line side

What is the definition of passing on the right?

Allowed with multiple lanes or when the car ahead turns left and space exists

What does the Keep Right law state?

Drivers must keep right except when passing or turning left

True or False: Overtaking is the same as passing.

True

What does 'yield the right-of-way' mean?

Let others go first

True or False: You must always yield to emergency vehicles.

True

What is the penalty for not yielding to pedestrians?

Up to $200 fine, 2 points, possible suspension

What should you never do when a vehicle is stopped for a pedestrian?

Pass the vehicle

What are the four types of intersections?

Controlled, uncontrolled, T-intersection, traffic circle

What is the difference between controlled and uncontrolled intersections?

Controlled = signs/lights; uncontrolled = none

True or False: There are no set rules for traffic circles.

True — use common sense and caution

What is the general right-of-way rule?

Vehicle on the left yields to vehicle on the right

What is an acceleration lane?

Lane used to speed up when entering a highway

What is a deceleration lane?

Exit ramp

What should you do if you miss your highway exit?

Go to the next exit

What is a weave lane?

Lane shared for entering and exiting; close together