New Jersey Driver's ED State Exam

How long do you have to report a change of address?

One week

How long do you have to report a name change?

Two weeks

What is the minimum age you can obtain a Special Learner Permit?

16

What is the minimum age you can obtain a Probationary Automobile License?

17

What is the minimum age you can obtain a Basic Automobile License?

18

How many points of identification does an applicant need to present in order to obtain a License?

6

What is the fine for a Graduated Driver License infraction?

$100

Who must purchase the Special Learner Permit?

Drivers school instructor

How long does an individual with a Special Learner Permit need to practice supervised driving?

6 months

How long does an individual with a Probationary License need to drive unsupervised before obtaining the Basic License?

1 year

What hours is the holder of a Special Learner Permit restricted from driving?

11:01 pm - 5 am

What criteria does the supervisor for a Special Learner Permit need to meet?

21 y/o, 3 years of experience, a NJ driver license

What are the passenger restrictions for the holder of a Special Learner Permit?

An adult driver and one additional passenger

What is the minimum age for an individual to obtain an Examination Permit?

17

How long does an Examination Permit holder that is under 21 need to practice supervised driving?

6 months

What hours is the holder of an Examination Permit holder that is under 21 restricted from driving?

11:01 pm - 5 am

What are the passenger restrictions for an Examination Permit holder that is under 21?

An adult driver and one additional passenger

How long does an Examination Permit holder that is 21 or older need to practice supervised driving?

3 months

What hours is the holder of an Examination Permit, which is over 21, restricted from driving?

none

What are the passenger restrictions for an Examination Permit holder that is 21 or older?

none

What color are the GDL Decals?

red

Where are the GDL Decals placed?

Top left corner of both license plates

Who needs to wear a seatbelt in a passenger vehicle?

everyone

What three ways will a seatbelt help a passenger?

Slow the body down, Prevent movement of the body, Prevent body from getting thrown at the vehicle

What is the preferred location of a child car safety seat?

rear-passenger

What speeds do airbags inflate?

200 mph

What surfaces does the driver need to remove accumulated snow and ice prior to driving?

The entire car

How long does a motorist need to restrict idling to?

3 minutes

What is the proper hand position to grip the steering wheel?

9 and 3

What is the proper hand signal for a right turn?

hand straight up

What is the proper hand signal for a left turn?

straight out

What is the proper hand signal for a stop?

hand down

How far ahead should a motorist signal before turning?

100 feet

When parking a vehicle uphill which way should the wheels face?

away

When parking a vehicle downhill which way should the wheels face?

towards

Where is it common to find angled parking?

Parking lots

Where is it common to find parallel parking?

street

How far should the vehicle's wheels be from the curb when parallel parking?

6 inches

What is the speed limit in a school zone, business zone, and residential zone?

25

What is the speed limit in a suburban business and residential district?

35

What is the speed limit on a non-posted rural roadway?

50

What is the speed limit on certain state highways and interstates?

50

What is the speed limit on certain interstate highways?

65

What happens to fines when a motorist exceeds the 65 MPH limit by 10 miles per hour or more?

Doubles

What pavement markings allow a motorist to pass?

A dotted line

When can a motorist pass on the right?

When it's clear

What are three vehicles a motorist should be prepared to yield to?

School bus, Emergency vehicles, Ice cream trucks

What is the penalty for failure to stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk?

$200-500, 2 points, 25 days of community service

Who has the right of way if a vehicle arrives at a signed intersection and there is a vehicle already in the intersection?

First person

Who has the right of way if two vehicles arrive at a signed intersection at the same time?

Person to the right

Who has the right of way at a T intersection?

Vehicle on the cross street, not making the left

Who has the right of way if one vehicle is on the road and another is entering the road from a private road or driveway?

On the road

What is the name of the extra lane at the highway entrance that allows a motorist to speed up and join the flow of traffic?

Acceleration lane

What is the name of the extra lane at the highway exit that allows a motorist to slow down when exiting traffic?

Deceleration lane

What should a motorist do if they miss an exit?

Keep going and go out the next exit

Why is it important for a motorist to adjust steering and speed when approaching a curve in the road?

The car tends to go straight

What must a motorist do prior to making a right turn on red?

Stop fully, yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians

When a vehicle is turning from a two-way road onto a four-lane highway what lane should they turn into?

Whatever lane their coming from, right to right, left to left, whichever is closer to the center line

How many feet from a railroad crossing does a motorist need to stop?

15 feet

How many feet from a school bus with flashing red lights does a motorist need to stop on a two-lane road, a multi-lane highway where lanes are only separated by lines, or a private roadway?

25 feet

What speed can a motorist pass when a school bus has stopped directly in front of a school to pick up or let off children or persons with developmental disabilities?

10 mph

What is the difference between pulling over and stopping for emergency vehicles and the Move Over Law?

Emergency vehicle you turn over the right so that they can pass you but if someone is on the shoulder you should move past them and far away

When should a motorist use headlights?

Half hour before sunset and half hour after sunrise

When should the Bright (High) Beams be used?

Night time

When should the Dim (Low) Beams be used?

driving in general

How long can it take to recover from the glare of approaching high-beam headlights?

A few seconds

How many feet do you need to park from a fire hydrant?

15 feet

How many feet do you need to park from a railroad crossing?

50 feet

How many feet do you need to park from a stop sign?

50 feet

When can a motorist use a hand-held cellular phone?

Never only in emergencies

What is the collision prevention formula?

Alert, prepared, act on time

What is the definition of aggressive driving?

A progression of unlawful driving actions, included but not limited to speeding, failure to stop, following a vehicle too closely

What is road rage?

Uncontrolled anger provoked by other motorists

What are five driving distractions?

Phone, Passengers, Music, GPS, eating

Why is a tired driver a dangerous driver

They are not alert

How can highway hypnosis be avoided?

Look at different things, take turns for driving, rest every two hours

How can a motorist communicate with other drivers?

Horn and lights

What is the rule of thumb for a good following distance?

One car length for every 10 mph

What is the 3-Second Rule?

Check and landmark and then count how long it takes to get there

What three factors affect stopping distance?

Reaction time, condition of road, and condition of brake and tires

How many seconds should the 3-Second rule be increased to on wet roads?

6 or more seconds

When are road surfaces most slippery?

First few minutes of rain

At what speed can hydroplaning start at?

35 mph

When may motorists use studded snow tires in New Jersey?

November 1 to April 15

How far ahead should motorists look when driving in the city?

12 feet

What is one of the most prevalent factors contributing to collisions while highway driving?

speed

What happens to fines when a motor vehicle violation is committed in the area of roadway construction zones?

It doubles

What speed should a motorist slow down to before re-entering the roadway when a vehicle runs off the pavement?

Under 35 mph

What should a motorist do if his/her vehicle stalls and railroad tracks and a train is coming?

Immediately get out and move away

What should a motorist do if the brakes fail?

Shift to neutral and pump the breaks

What should a motorist do if a tire blows out?

Hold onto the wheel, shift to neutral and let the car calm down

What are three ways a motorist can avoid a collision?

Speed up, Stop quickly, Turn quickly

When is a motorist required to report a collision?

At most 24 hours after

How may alcohol affect a motorist?

Reaction time, Coordination, balance

How much alcohol may increase a motorist’s chance of having an accident?

Any amount

What does driving under the influence of intoxicating beverages mean?

Senses and judgment are impaired by alcohol

After how many drinks does alcohol begin to impair reaction time, coordination and balance?

Any amount

What is the only thing that can make a person sober?

time

What factor is BAC determined by?

How much you drank, how quickly you drank, body weight, food eaten before

What is the best way to reduce the risk of a crash caused by drinking and driving?

don't drive after drinking