Driver's Ed (Worksheets)

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Requirements met by supervising driver accompanying holder of a validated GDL permit under 21

Atleast 21 with a NJ license plate with 3 years minimum driving experience in the front seat.

The holder of a validated GDL special learner permit or examination permit under 21 must meet what requirements before obtaining a probationary license?

6 months of supervised driving without suspensions or postponements, pass of the MVC road test, and be 17.

The holder of a validated GDL permit 21 or older is restricted to what driving hours?

none

Under the GDL Program, after passing the road test, a probationary driver is probationary for how long?

1 year

the vehicle used for the road test must not have what between the driver and examiner?

a console or anything obstructing access to the foot and parking brake

What must you have with you for your road test?

A car with a valid inspection sticker, valid registration, valid insurance, 2 red decal stickers, unobstructed access to the foot or parking brake, valid permit

Under GDL restrictions the holder of a GDL special learner, examination permit, or probationary drivers license under 21 is limited to what passenger restrictions?

parent/guardian, dependent of holder plus 1 passenger

Any vehicle operated by a GDL driver must display what color decal and where on the vehicle?

2 red decals, top left corner of rear and front license plates.

Driving skills tested during road test

Driving in reverse, following other vehicles, nearing corners/intersections, parallel parking, sitting properly/seat belt use, starting a vehicle, steering properly, stopping at signs, stopping smoothly, turning, turning around, using the horn, yielding right of way

When are you allowed to stop or park in front of a private or public driveway?

when legally authorized

The holder of a validated GDL special learner permit may not drive between what hours?

11:01 pm and 5 am

While driving, the holder of a GDL permit or probationary driver license is not permitted the use of what electronic devices?

no hand held or hand free cell phones or other electronic devices

At what age is the holder of a GDL permit (young adult) eligible to obtain a basic driver license?

18 without suspensions or postponements with completion of all GDL requirements

Before practice driving can begin, what 3 things must the GDL driver have?

permit, registration, insurance (and red decals)

What requirements must the holder of the probationary license who is under 21 years of age meet in order to drive unsupervised?

6 months of supervised driving without suspensions or postponements, pass MVC road test after completing all probationary requirements

During the probationary two year period after receiving a special learner or an exam permit, when must a motorist enroll in a probationary driver program?

if convicted of 2 or more moving violations totaling 4 or more points

How much is the fine violating any of the restrictions of the GDL permit or probationary license?

100$ fine or driving suspension/postponements

Who is required by the GDL law to wear a seat belt in the vehicle?

permit holder and all passengers

The holder of an exam permit or probationary driver over 21 is limited to how many passengers?

no limit

If your drivers license is stolen, who do you notify?

the local police and the NJ motor vehicle commission

A special learner permit may be purchased by an approved instructor when the applicant has met what requirements?

be 16, signed consent from parent/guardian, enrolled in approved commercial driver training course, pass MVC knowledge/vision test, pay fee

The driving hours of a GDL examination permit or probationary license holder under 21 are what?

5:01 AM - 11 PM

every nj vehicle must be insured for what type of coverage?

liability insurance

any changes of address must be reported to the MVC within what time period

1 week

any name changes must be reported to the MVC within what time period

2 weeks

you may reduce your chances of being involved in an accident by knowing and using the standard accident prevention formula, which is what?

be alert, be prepared, act in time

what's the most common type of parking on the city streets that takes most practice for new motorists?

parallel parking

true/false: if your driving privilege is suspended for a motor vehicle violation or any other violation you may not drive for any reason until the period of suspension ends and your license is restored.

true

when your driving privilege is restored for any point of suspension or after completing a driver improvement program, how long is the probationary period?

1 year

if you sell your car and dont buy another, what do you do with the license plates?

surrender to MVC

in order to pass your eye test, you must have what minimum score?

20/50 vision

When should you use your bright (high) beams?

Open country with no traffic in sight to see farther ahead and peripherally

What is a diamond shaped sign?

Construction, road work, warning

When a school bus has stopped directly in front of a school to pick up or let off children, what should you do?

Slow down and pass at no more than 10 mph from either direction

Driving at a speed of 35 mph or more on wet road surfaces can cause what to happen?

Hydroplaning, the car tires lose contact with the road surface by riding up on a film of water and you can lose control

Unless otherwise posted, what is the NJ speed limit in a business or residential district?

25 mph

What does it mean if a driver of a large truck or bus can not see you in their side view or rear view mirrors?

You are in their no-zone/blind spot

You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?

10 feet

Hand signal for a left turn

Hand and arm straight out

Hand signal for a right turn

Hand and arm upward

Hand signal for stop/slow down

Hand and arm downward, palm facing rear

When should you use your signals?

When turning, changing lanes, stopping, slowing down

When parking uphill on a street with a curb, how should you turn your wheels?

Away from the curb

Describe the proper way to drive in reverse

Head and body turned right until you can see clearly out back window

What are some measures a motorist must take to ensure the safety of all pedestrians?

Yield to right-of-way, stop at crosswalks, watch when turning on red, obey speed limits, don't park/block crosswalks, clean your windshield, be alert, be aware, don't pass a vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian

Under NJ law, who must motorists signaling a right turn yield to?

Bicyclists, skateboarders, inline skaters, pedestrians

What should you do before entering or approaching an intersection where the light has turned yellow?

Slow down, stop before entering intersection unless it is unsafe to do so

How much longer will it take a truck to stop during bad weather conditions?

Up to 25% longer

What is an acceleration lane?

An extra lane at the side of highway entrances to speed up to catch up to and join the flow of traffic safely

What is a deceleration lane?

An extra lane at the side of highway exits to slow down

What is an octagon shaped sign?

STOP sign

Why is it good practice to keep a safe following distance?

It gives you time to react to emergencies

You may not park within how many feet of a STOP sign?

50 feet

When is it required for you to have your windshield wipers and headlights on during daylight hours?

Rain/snow/ice, or when visibility is 500 feet or less due to fog/mist/smoke

Explain the three second rule

Pick a fixed object, it should take at least 3 seconds after the car ahead of you passes it for you to pass it, this means you have a safe following distance

How much braking distance will it take a vehicle to stop on dry surface when driving 60 mph?

277 feet (~300 feet)

Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a school zone?

25 mph

What situation could potentially cause dangerous levels of carbon monoxide to accumulate inside a vehicle?

Exhaust leak, poorly tuned engine, trunk/rear tailgate open, holes in the vehicle body, blocked tailpipe, idling vehicle in confined space

What should you do if someone is suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning?

Remove from source of poison and get to fresh air, cal 911

What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

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

What are the signs of an aggressive driver?

Alternating speeds, improper/erratic lane changes, disregarding traffic control devices, failing to yield, tailgating

How much is the penalty for pedestrians under 17 who violate the pedestrian law?

$22

What shape and color is a railroad crossing sign?

Yellow circle with black "X" and two black "R"s

What sign is triangle shaped?

Yield sign

Who should you always yield to?

Emergency vehicles, trains, buses, postal vehicles, motorized/mobility assistance devices, other vehicles already in the intersection, pedestrians already in/entering crosswalk

When must your headlights be used?

1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise or when visibility is 500 feet or less

When is it legal to pass on the right side of the road?

Multiple lanes going the same direction, vehicles moving in two or more substantially continuous lines, a motorist is making a left turn and there is room to pass

What is the order of colors on a traffic light hung vertically?

Red, yellow, green

What is the rule for stopping while driving at night?

Make sure the vehicle can stop within your visible distance

To maintain a proper following distance, explain the three second rule

Pick a fixed object, after the car in front of you passes it, it should take you three seconds to pass the same object(3 seconds plus behind the vehicle in front of you)

What is highway hypnosis?

When you have been driving for a long time and start to disconnect

What are some things you an do to combat highway hypnosis?

Don't stare at one thing for more than a few seconds, rest every 2 hours, drive with someone else

What should you be extra careful of while driving on open land or in farm country?

Livestock or deer crossing the road

What motorists are at risk for drowsy driving?

Sleep-deprived, long distances without a break, driving at night, taking medication that may cause sleepiness, drinking, driving alone, driving on long/rural/boring roads, young people, shift workers

Name some tell-tale signs of a drunk driver

Speeding, weaving, slow driving, jerking motion, quick stops

What should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled?

Pull onto shoulder, turn on emergency flashers, raise hood, stay in vehicle, keep seat belt on, lock doors, don't go with a stranger

What does the term "adverse conditions" mean?

Unusual road/traffic conditions, sometimes caused by weather events that change the current way of driving

Name four different types of adverse conditions that can affect driving

Heavy rain, fog, high winds, gravel/dirt road

What should your following distance be if you are driving in adverse conditions such as a snow-covered road?

6 car lengths (20mph), 9 (30mph), 12 (40mph)

3 second rule doubled to 6 seconds

When making any turns, how far in advance must you signal your intentions to turn?

100 ft before

When are the road surfaces most slippery?

After the first few minutes of rainfall

What do dashed lines down the center of the roadway indicate?

Passing is permitted

What do solid lines down the center of the roadway indicate?

Passing is not permitted

What do yellow lines down the center of the roadway indicate?

Two-way traffic flow in opposite directions

What do white lines down the center of the roadway indicate?

One-way traffic going in the same direction in different lanes

What do one solid and one dashed line down the center of the roadway indicate?

Passing is allowed on the side with dashes

What does it mean when there are two solid lines down the center of the roadway?

Passing is not allowed

Name three other roadway users that have the same rights and responsibilities as a moving vehicle

Bicyclists, skateboards, inline skaters

What is the proper way to make a left hand turn from a two-way road

Approach as close as possible, do not cross lane markings, keep to the right of the center line

What should you do if your wheels drift onto the first shoulder of the road and you want to return to the paved road?

Take foot off gas, slow to 25 mph, gently turn steering wheel 1/4 of the way back to the roadway

Which way should you turn your wheels when you are parking downhill on a street with a curb?

Toward the curb

What is the first thing you should do if your brakes suddenly give out?

Shift to a lower gear, pump brake hard and fast several times to build up pressure and get them to work

What will your vehicle tend to do when approaching a curve?

Keep going straight

What should you do if a motorist is passing you?

Slow down, stay in proper lane, don't speed up until they are well ahead

What should you do when driving in the city?

Drive slowly, cooperate with others, yield to pedestrians, see 12 seconds ahead

What should you do if you go into a skid?

Take foot off, steer in direction of skid

When sharing the road with large trucks or buses, what should you do?

Avoid blind spots by giving more space

To safely share the road with large trucks and buses, what should you know?

limitations of these vehicles such as, stopping distance and maneuverability

What must you do if you come to a multi-way stoop at the same time as another motorist?

Person on the right has right-of-way