Studied by 175 PeopleTags & Description
What are the 3 steps in the accident prevention formula?
Act in time, be alert, be prepared
What are actions that a driver may commit that may be described as aggressive?
Not obeying traffic signals or signs, Turning illegally, Not yielding right of way, Speeding, Tailgating, Running red lights, Changing lanes without signaling, Blocking / cutting cars
List factors for drowsy driving.
Being sleep deprived, driving late at night, driving for a long time, dull or boring roads, driving alone
Why should a driver keep a safe space cushion?
To allow time to react in emergency situations.
How can you communicate with other drivers?
Signaling turns and emergency stops, braking early to alert others, using the horns to alert others.
What should you do if someone is trying to pass you?
Stay in your lane and slow down. Return to normal speed after the passing vehicle is well ahead.
What is a good rule to use when it comes to following distances?
Stay 1 car length behind the vehicle in front of you for every 10 mph (Ex: 30 mph = 3 car lengths behind).
What is the 3 second rule?
After the vehicle in front of you passes an object (IE, a billboard), it should take 3 seconds before you pass that object.
What is hydroplaning?
When your vehicle slides on a slippery road due to rain or snow. Will cause you to lose control at about 35 mph.
What are night time driving tips?
Drive with headlights on at dusk, night, dawn, on dark days, and whenever weather conditions reduce visibility to less than 500 feet, Drive more slowly than during the daylight, Watch for road signs, slow-moving or unlit vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, and animals, Allow for more safety margins than you would during daylight
What can you do to increase visibility in frost or ice?
Always scrape and wipe a vehicle’s windows before starting. Turn on the defroster. If the defroster does not work while driving in freezing rain or snow, safely stop the vehicle. Close the windows and let the heater warm up the windows
What can you do to increase visibility in fog?
Always slow down when driving in fog. Headlights should be kept on low beam and fog lights should be turned on if the vehicle has them. Pavement markings and other vehicle lights can serve as a motorist’s guide
What can you do to increase visibility in a sun glare?
Sun visors should always be adjusted to shield a motorist’s eyes without cutting off his/her view of the road. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slow down. Watch for lane markings
What are distractions?
Texting, calling, navigation system, eating, passengers
What should you increase when you are on wet roads?
You should increase your safety cushion distance
What should you increase your following distance to on snow packed roads at 40mph?
increase your following distance of 6 seconds or more instead of 3
What months are you allowed to use studded snow tires?
Between November 15 and April 1.
Why is city driving more difficult?
Heavier traffic and more pedestrians as well as less-visible vehicles, such as bicycles, mopeds, motorcycles, motorized wheelchairs, and mobility-assistance vehicles.
What are the 4 steps in changing lanes?
Turn on turn signal, Check mirrors, Check shoulder, Change lanes and turn off signal
Name things that alcohol impairs?
Senses, Judgment, Reaction time, Coordination, Balance, Vision, Ability to judge distances
What does BAC stand for?
Blood alcohol concentration
What 4 factors determine BAC?
Quantity of alcohol consumed, Body weight, How quickly drinks are consumed, Food eaten
What percentage are you presumed to be under the influence if you are over 21?
0.08% or higher
What % are you presumed under the influence if you are under 21?
0.01% or higher.
If you drink .05% how many times greater are your chances of causing a crash?
2 times greater chance of causing a crash
Why should you stop serving alcohol well before the end of a party?
Alcohol is removed slowly by the body. Give time for people to sober up
1 can of beer (12 oz) is = to ___________________ and _______________
1½ ounces of 80-proof whiskey and 5 ounces of wine
What is the only way to recover from a high BAC?
Wait to sober up. Time is the only thing to make a person sober up
List things you may notice a drunk driver will do while driving?
Speeding, Weaving, Slow driving, Jerking motion, Quick stops
What is the definition of DUI?
Driving under the influence
Most motorists arrested for DUI were consuming ___________?
Beer
What are reasons a person can have their license suspended?
Failure to answer or pay parking tickets, Driving while suspended,Failure to provide proof of insurance, Physical or mental disqualification, Drug or alcohol use, Traffic law violations, At fault in a fatal crash, Failure to respond to an MVC notice
What is the implied consent law?
Motorists on New Jersey roadways have agreed, simply by using New Jersey roadways, to submit to a breath test given by law enforcement or hospital staff following an arrest for an intoxicated driving offense
If your number of points totals 1214 within 2 years what are your 3 options?
Attend a New Jersey Driver Improvement Program (may not be eligible if points were accumulated within a 24-month period).
Request a hearing.
Surrender his/her driver license for the suspension period.
What is a habitual offender?
A motorist whose driver license has been suspended three times in three years
What is the surcharge for 6 points on your license in 3 years?
$150 surcharge plus $25 for each additional point over six.
What is the definition of DUI?
Driving under the influence
What is the 1st offense for Dui if you are under 21?
Loss or postponement of driving privileges for 30 to 90 days
15 to 30 days of community service
Participation in an alcohol and traffic safety education program
What is the 1st offense for Dui if you are over 21 and your BAC is between .08% but less than .10%.
A fine of $250-$400
Imprisonment for up to 30 days
Driver’s license forfeiture until ignition interlock installed. Interlock required for 3 months.
A minimum of six hours a day for two consecutive days in an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
An automobile insurance surcharge of $1,000 a year for 3 years
What is the 1st or higher offense for DUI if you are over 21 with a BAC of .10%
A fine of $300-$500
Imprisonment for up to 30 days
Driver’s license forfeiture until ignition interlock installed. Interlock required for 7 months to one year.
A minimum of six hours a day for two consecutive days in an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
An automobile insurance surcharge of $1,000 a year for 3 years
How much more are fines in construction zones?
The fines are doubled
How often can you take a defensive driving course to take points off your license?
Once every 5 years
What is a probationary driver program?
Enrolled if you own a special learner or examination permit and have 4 or more points on your license. Completion of this program will result in up to a three-point reduction on an individual motorist’s driver history record
What is a driver improvement program?
Enrolled if you accumulate between 12 and 14 points in a 24-month period. Completion of this program will result in up to a three-point reduction on an individual motorist’s driver history record
What is the penalty for refusing a breathalyzer?
First offense will result in a violation surcharge of $1,000 per year for three years. Multiple offenses may result in the loss of driving privileges until an ignition interlock device has been installed.
How many points are deducted from a person's total for every year they are violation free
Up to three points
What is the legal limit for DUI in NJ
0.08% or greater BAC