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Driving Test NJ
Driver's Test NJ
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Driving Skills
10th Grade
11/06/2012

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Term
In NJ every vehicle must be insured by?
Definition
Liability- protects you from accidents
Term
When you are on the road with buses and trucks you should:
Definition
Maintain constant speed, leave more following distance, give more space for trucks making wide turns
Term
Octagon shape sign means?
Definition
Stop
Term
Diamond shape sign means?
Definition
Construction/ Warning Sign
Term
If it is raining during the day a motorist must turn on:
Definition
Wipers and Lights
Term
To obtain a Basic Driver's License you must be:
Definition
18 years old, completed all probationary requirements without any suspension or postponements
Term
How much breaking distance will it take a vehicle to stop if it is going 60mph on a dry surface?
Definition
300 feet
Term
When your driving privilege is restored from points, suspension, or completing a Driver's Improvement program you are on probation for:
Definition
1 year
Term
If your BAC is at .10% the chance of having an accident is:
Definition
6 times as great
Term
When driving or stopping behind a truck you should:
Definition
Leave enough space so that the truck driver can see you in his rearview mirror
Term
If a large truck or bus cannot see you in their rearview or side mirrors you are:
Definition
In the no-zone/ Blindspot
Term
How close may you park to a stop sign?
Definition
50ft
Term
How close may you park to a fire hydrant?
Definition
10ft
Term
Use of seat belts helps to:
Definition
Keep you from sliding off the seat, being thrown from the car, and hitting the windshield
Term
What is a good practice when nearing an intersection?
Definition
Slow down, be prepared to stop
Term
If there is no "No turn on red" sign when can you make a turn on red?
Definition
After making a full stop and yielding to traffic
Term
What should be done if two cars enter an uncontrolled intersection?
Definition
The driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right
Term
Holder of a GDL (21 or older) is restricted from driving when?
Definition
No restriction
Term
After receiving a special learners permit during a probationary 2 year period a motorist must enroll in a Probationary Driver Program:
Definition
If convicted of 2 or more moving violations totaling 4 or more points
Term
What should you do before entering a curve?
Definition
Slow down
Term
To take the road test you cannot use what type of car
Definition
Any car that has an obstruction between the driver and examiner
Term
The three second rule helps you to:
Definition
Keep safe following distance
Term
What should you do if you go into a skid?
Definition
Take foot off the gas pedal, turn in opposite direction of the rear of the vehicle is skidding
Term
If two cars reach a four-way stop sign at the same time, what is the proper procedure?
Definition
Driver on left yields to driver on right
Term
What is the best way to talk to other drivers
Definition
Use your signals or hands
Term
if you apply for a license illegally you can be:
Definition
Fined $200 to $500, imprisoned, have your license suspended
Term
What does a triangular sign mean?
Definition
Yield
Term
When is the road surface most slippery?
Definition
During the first few minutes of rain?
Term
When should you use your high beam lights?
Definition
When driving on Open country roads, or where there are no traffic signs
Term
After passing the road test, a probationary driver is on probation for how long?
Definition
One year
Term
A GDL Special Learner's Permit cannot drive between what hours?
Definition
11:01 PM to 5:00 AM
Term
Driving Privileges can be suspended to a person who does not have their license (13-21 years old) if convicted of:
Definition
Buying alcohol, graffiti, pulling fire alarms
Term
An extra lane on a highway exit is called:
Definition
A deceleration lane
Term
A driver's left hand extended straight out means what?
Definition
Left turn
Term
A driver's left hand extended downward means what?
Definition
Stopping, or slowing down
Term
What should you do if your brakes fail?
Definition
Shift to a lower gear and pump your brakes
Term
What should you do if your pedal sticks?
Definition
Shift to neutral and steer the vehicle off the side of the road
Term
What should you do if your tire has a blowout?
Definition
Slow vehicle gradually, take foot off gas
Term
What should you do if you miss an exit on an expressway?
Definition
Go to the next exit, don't reverse or back up
Term
What is the body position of driving in reverse?
Definition
Left hand on wheel at 12 o'clock, right hand on passenger seat looking at rear window
Term
When you are driving on a curve, your vehicle will tend to go in what direction?
Definition
Straight
Term
What is a good practice at an intersection that has no signs or signals?
Definition
Slow down, be ready to stop if necessary
Term
The colors of the traffic light from top to bottom are:
Definition
Red, yellow, green
Term
When a school bus has stopped to pick up or let off children, you may pass from either direction at a speed of no more than:
Definition
10mph
Term
You must yield to whom?
Definition
Emergency vehicles, pedestrians on a crosswalk, other vehicles in an intersection
Term
What must you do if a school bus is stopped and its red lights are flashing?
Definition
Stop
Term
How should you turn your wheels when parking downhill next to a curb?
Definition
Towards the curb
Term
In city driving, a good habit is to:
Definition
Look 12 seconds ahead, drive slow, yield to pedestrians (12 second rule)
Term
When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights:
Definition
Stop 15ft in front of the railroad
Term
What should you do when someone wants to pass you?
Definition
Slow down
Term
What is the fine for violating any of the restrictions of the GDL permit or Probationary License?
Definition
$100, possible suspension of driving privileges
Term
The speed limit in a school zone is:
Definition
25mph
Term
The speed limit in a business area is:
Definition
25mph
Term
If the center lines on the road are solid it means:
Definition
No passing
Term
If you go off the road and you want to return from the dirt shoulder you should:
Definition
Slow down, turn your wheels to climb the pavement edge
Term
A sign that is black and yellow is:
Definition
Railroad crossing
Term
A special learner's permit can be purchased by an approved instructor when:
Definition
You are 16 years old, you have a signed consent from parents to enroll in behind the wheel
Term
After two to four drinks, alcohol impairs:
Definition
Reaction time, Coordination, balance, and judgement
Term
When blood alcohol content reaches .05% your chances of having an accident:
Definition
Doubles
Term
When blood alcohol content reaches .015% your chances of getting into an accident will increase by:
Definition
25X
Term
Whether your blood alcohol concentration rises above legal limits depends on:
Definition
How fast you drink and your weight
Term
The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol related accident is to:
Definition
Not drive after drinking
Term
Drugs that may affect basic driving skills are:
Definition
Cold pills, tranquilizers, some prescription drugs
Term
In NJ you are considered to be under the influence if under age 21 when:
Definition
You have .01% BAC or higher
Term
Failure to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk results in:
Definition
$500 fine, up to 25 days of imprisonment, 6 month license suspension, 2 points, and community service
Term
After you pass the road test you are a probationary driver for how long?
Definition
One year
Term
What does hydroplaning mean?
Definition
Losing the grip on wet roads and riding on a film of water, and slowing down on higher points of road
Term
The only way to sober up is:
Definition
To wait
Term
A 5 oz glass of wine contains the same amount of alcohol as:
Definition
A 12 oz can of beer
Term
Operating a vehicle on a private or public property to avoid a traffic sign or controlled signal can result in how many points?
Definition
2 points
Term
A holder of a valid GDL Permit (under 21) must have who in the car?
Definition
Someone over 21 years old licensed with 3 years experience seated in the front seat
Term
A construction and warning sign shape is:
Definition
a diamond
Term
Before obtaining a probationary license the GDL special learner's permit mus meet what requirements?
Definition
You must have passed the knowledge test, vision test, road test, be at least 17 years old, complete your 6 months of supervised driving
Term
When 2 roads join and there are no signs or signals you should:
Definition
Reduce speed and be ready to stop
Term
Before turning you should signal when?
Definition
100 feet before the turn
Term
If you hear emergency vehicles, sirens, or see flashing lights you should?
Definition
Pull over to the right, stop to let them pass
Term
If you sell your car and do not buy another one, what should you do with the license plates>
Definition
Turn them in or mail them to Trenton
Term
Who must wear seat belts when you have a Graduated Driver's License?
Definition
Everyone
Term
The use of seat belts do three things. What are they?
Definition
Keeps you from sliding off the seat, hitting the windshield, being thrown form the car
Term
Fines can be given to a motorist if?
Definition
Snow.ice is not removed from the car, the car is left running for more than 3 minutes, if the move over law is violated
Term
Change of address should be reported to MVC in?
Definition
1 week
Term
When sharing the road with buses/trucks you should know what about them?
Definition
The limitations of the tuck (size/length), visibility, stopping distance, and the way they move
Term
if you drive while on a suspended license and you're involved in an accident you will receive a?
Definition
Fine, continued suspension, possible jail time
Term
Fines are doubled in?
Definition
Construction/work zone areas
Term
If you have your driving privilege suspended you can drive when?
Definition
Never
Term
When do you use signals?
Definition
Turning, changing lanes, stopping, slowing down
Term
A truck will take how much longer to stop in bad weather?
Definition
25%
Term
With a GDL license the holder of a Probationary License under 21 is allowed to have who in the car?
Definition
One extra person and a dependence unless you are a parent/guardian
Term
Refusing to take breath test results in an insurance surcharge of?
Definition
$1000 per year
Term
What is the accident prevention formula?
Definition
Be alert, prepared, act in time
Term
What are the penalties for altering a driver's license?
Definition
Suspension, fine, 6 months of prison
Term
A vehicle with a GDL license under 21 must display:
Definition
Reflective red decal on front/back license plate
Term
A holder of a GDL permit or Probationary Drivers License is not allowed to use?
Definition
Any handheld or hands free cellphone or electric device
Term
If you ride through a puddle you should always:
Definition
Pump your brakes
Term
When possible a child safety seat should always be placed:
Definition
In the back seat
Term
The most common use parking on city streets and the hardest to learn is?
Definition
Parallel Parking
Term
If your license is suspended and you get in an accident that could cause injury what is the penalty?
Definition
Fine, continued suspension, possible jail time
Term
You should yield to?
Definition
Emergency vehicles, buses reentering traffic, vehicles already in an intersection
Term
Headlights must be used when?
Definition
1/2 hour after sunset, 1/2 hour before sunrise, in bad weather, when visibility is less than 5ooft
Term
If you are under the influence of intoxicating beverages while driving means
Definition
Your senses and judgement are impaired by alcohol
Term
You are allowed to pass on the right when?
Definition
A motorist is turning left and there is room to pass
Term
If you lost or had your driver's license stolen it should be reported to?
Definition
Police
Term
At night be sure you can stop:
Definition
Within the distance you should be from the car in front of you
Term
What is the 3 second rule?
Definition
Proper following distance you should be from the car in front of you
Term
Before driving can begin a person must have what three things?
Definition
Registration, Insurance, Validation
Term
To obtain your probationary license you must do what?
Definition
Pass knowledge, vision, road test, be 17, have 6 months of supervised driving, no suspensions
Term
Holder of a Probationary License may drive unsupervised when the following requirement is met:
Definition
Pass MVC road test, complete 6 months of supervised driving
Term
If the road surface is wet and you are driving 35mph or more, the car can?
Definition
Hydroplane and lose control
Term
When you are on your special learner or examination permit you will have to take a probationary driver's class if:
Definition
You are convicted of 2 or more moving violations totaling 4 or more points
Term
What should you do to avoid highway hypnosis?
Definition
Don't look at any one thing for more than a few seconds
Term
What is the Implied Consent Law?
Definition
Must take the breath test
Term
An unlicensed person (13-21 years old) can have their license postponed is convicted of?
Definition
Buying alcohol, DUI, graffiti, pulling fire alarm
Term
You must stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk or you will be fined:
Definition
$500, up to 25 days in jail, 6 month suspension, 2 points, community service
Term
Operating a vehicle on private or public property to avoid traffic signal will result in:
Definition
A 2 point moving violation
Term
When driving in farm country or open land you should look for?
Definition
Deer crossing or livestock
Term
If someone drinks in your home and then is involved in an accident you may:
Definition
Be involved in a lawsuit
Term
On snow covered roads, you should increase your following distance to:
Definition
6 seconds or more behind the car in front of you
Term
Violating the restriction of the GDL permit or probationary license is a:
Definition
fine of $100, possible license suspension
Term
An extra lane on a highway entrance is called:
Definition
Acceleration lane
Term
To reduce your chances of being in an alcohol related accident is to:
Definition
Not drink/drive
Term
High beams are used for:
Definition
Open country, no traffic in sight
Term
You can receive an Insurance surcharge for:
Definition
DUI refusal to take a breathalyzer, driving wile license is suspended, notability insurance
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