Drivers Education Chapters 1-3

What three documents must you carry in the car?

License, registration, proof of insurance

How long does someone have to report a name change?

2 weeks

How long does a person have to report an address change?

1 week

What is the license called when you turn 17?

Probationary License

What three tests must you pass to get a license?

Knowledge test, vision test, road test

What are the restricted driving hours with a special learner permit?

11:01 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

What are the restricted driving hours for probationary license holders?

11:01 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

What is the minimum score required on the vision test to obtain a driver license?

20/50

What percentage must you score to pass the written test?

80%

How many points of identification must you show at the MVC?

6 points

Why is the license today digital?

It's harder for people to forge and create fake licenses.

What does a horizontal license mean?

You're not under GDL and you're older than 21.

What does GDL stand for?

Graduated Driver License

What must a driver under 21 present on license plates?

Red reflective decals

What should you do when deciding to be an organ donor?

Ask your family

What is the Next-of-Kin Registry?

Emergency information submitted to law enforcement by a person 14 years of age.

What does CDL stand for?

Commercial Driver License

What are the four requirements of Nikhil's Law?

Stop completely, stay alert, talk safe, plan ahead

How often must a NJ license be renewed?

Every 3 years

What are some elements of the road test?

Driving in reverse, parallel parking, steering properly, stopping at signs, yielding right-of-way

What are reasons for rejection of the road test?

Unsafe tires, poor brakes, fast engine idle, broken or cracked window glass, missing seatbelts

Who must wear a seat belt under New Jersey state law?

The driver and all passengers

What is a primary offense regarding seat belts?

Failure of the driver, front-seat passenger, and children under 18 to wear a seat belt

Who is responsible for passengers under 18?

The driver

What must motorists with GDL permits or probationary licenses do regarding seat belts?

Use seat belts and require all passengers to use seat belts

How can a seat belt save a life?

Prevents being thrown from the car and slows the body down during a crash

Where should child car safety seats be placed?

In the rear seat of the car

What age must children be to ride in the backseat?

12 years old and younger

What must a motorist remove from a vehicle before driving?

Snow or ice

What should a motorist do before getting into a vehicle?

Look behind it and in front of it

What should a motorist check after starting the engine?

Make sure the path is clear

What is the maximum vehicle idling time required by New Jersey law?

3 minutes or less

Where should hands be positioned while driving?

At 9 and 3 o'clock

Where should the vehicle be kept while driving?

In the center of the lane

What factors affect stopping distance?

Motorist reaction time, weather and visibility, vehicle weight, brake conditions, tire conditions, roadway conditions, speed

What is the braking distance at 60 mph?

277 feet

What does ABS stand for?

Anti-Lock Brake Systems

How should brakes be applied?

With steady, gentle pressure

What should a motorist not do with ABS?

Pump the brakes or jerk the wheel violently

Which foot should be used for both the brake and gas pedal?

Right foot

How far in advance should a turn signal be activated?

At least 100 feet before turning

What are the hand signals for stopping and turning?

Stop: hand and arm downward, palm facing to the rear; Right turn: hand and arm upward; Left turn: hand and arm straight out

What is the purpose of the horn?

A warning signal to call attention to the driver's actions

What must a motorist do before driving in reverse?

Ensure the path is clear

What happens when you turn the wheel to the right in reverse?

The vehicle will go left

What should a motorist's head and body do when driving in reverse?

Turn to the right to see clearly through the back window

What should a motorist do before turning?

Use mirrors, check for less visible vehicles, signal first, slow down

When parking downhill, which way should you turn your wheels?

Toward the curb

When parking uphill, which way should you turn your wheels?

Away from the curb

When parking on a hill without curbs, which way should you turn your wheels?

Toward the edge of the road