DRIVER’S EXAM STUDY GUIDE
REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR STUDY
THESE QUESTIONS ARE FOR SUPPORT AND REVIEW PURPOSES ONLY. THE NJ EXAMINATION IS TAKEN FROM THE NJ DRIVERS MANUAL.THE MANUAL CAN BE FOUND ONLINE AT NJMVC.GOV OR OBTAINED AT ANY MOTOR VEHICLE AGENCY
PLEASE READ AND STUDY THE NJ MANUAL BEFORE TAKING THE TEST!
1. The NJ speed limit in a business or residential area, unless otherwise posted is?
25 mph
2. The speed limit in a school zone, unless otherwise posted is?
25 mph
3. Double solid yellow lines in the center of the road means:
Traffic going in opposite directions and no passing.
4. When the roadway has solid and a broken yellow line in the center, it means:
Traffic going in opposite directions, passing on the broken side only.
5. When is passing on the right allowed?
Two or more continuous lanes of traffic going in the same direction or when the driver in front of you is turning left.
6. NJ law requires that you keep to the right unless:
Passing
7. You should always yield to emergency vehicles that are lighted by:
Moving to the right side of the road and stopping.
8. A single solid white line across the road at an intersection means: Motorists must stop behind line for a STOP sign or RED light.
9. At and uncontrolled intersection (no signs or signals) it is good practice to:
Slow, look both ways, and be prepared to stop.
10. What is a deceleration lane?
An extra lane on a highway to slow for the exit.
11. If you miss your exit on the highway or expressway, what should you do?
Go to the next exit.
12. NJ law allows a driver to “turn on RED” after a driver:
Checks for a sign that possibly prohibits/restricts turning and comes to a full stop FIRST, yielding to traffic and pedestrians.
13. When making a left turn on a two‐way roadway, the driver should:
Move toward the center of the road.
14. When making a left turn from a two‐way road to a multi‐lane roadway the driver should:
Move toward the center and turn left into the lane closest to center line.
15. When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights you must stop:
At least 15 feet away from the tracks.
16. How far from a stopped school bus with lights flashing do you stop on a two‐lane roadway?
At least 25 feet in both directions.
17. When do you use your headlights?
1/2 hr. after sunset to 1/2 hr. before sunrise or when visibility is limited at 500 feet. When windshield wipers are on. 18. What are high beam lights used for?
Open county roadways when no traffic is coming.
19. How many feet from a stop sign are you allowed to park?
50 feet.
20. How many feet from a fire hydrant must you be when you park?
10 feet.
21. You may not park within how many feet from a crosswalk or intersection?
25 feet.
22. Effective July of 2004, motorists in NJ cannot use a cell phone except:
For safety reasons, fire, accident medical emergency.
23. When approaching a solid yellow light a drive should:
Stop, if safe.
24. A diamond shaped sign is:
Warning sign.
25. An eight sided sign is what kind of sign?
Stop.
26. What shape is the yield sign?
Inverted or upside down triangle. (Red and white in color)
27. If you have an address change in the state of NJ you should notify NJDMV:
Within one week.
28. Every driver in NJ must have what kind of mandatory insurance coverage?
Liability insurance.
29. The holder of a valid GDL learners permit may NOT drive. Between the hours of 11pm‐5am.
30. How many passengers are allowed in a vehicle while a driver is on a Provisional
License?
Only 1, unless there is a supervising driver 21 or older in the front seat.
31. What must a driver in NJ have at all times in the vehicle while driving?
Valid permit or license, insurance card, and vehicle registration.
32. What are the hours a driver with a Provisional License may drive?
5:01 am until 11:59 pm.
33. How long do you drive on a Provisional License?
1 year.
34. What is the minimum time a GDL permit holder, 21 or older, has a permit?
3 months.
35. Under the law, who must be seat belted in a vehicle driven by a person with a GDL license or permit?
Everyone.
36. A supervising driver for a GDL permit holder must be:
21 years or older and hold a Basic license for at least 3 yrs.
37. Who is responsible in the vehicle while a GDL operator is driving?
Both the driver and the supervising driver.
38. What is the fine for violating the provisions of the GDL requirements?
$100.
39. As a probationary driver, how many points do you get that will require you to go to driver improvement classes? 4 points or two moving violations.
40. NJ law requires a child to be seated in child restraint device if:
Less that 8 yrs. old and under 80 lbs.
41. What is the best way to enter a curve?
Slow down.
42. When entering a curve, your car wants to go in what direction?
Straight.
43. What should you do before any maneuver?
Signal.
44. How many feet before a turn must you signal?
100 feet.
45. What does it mean when a driver uses a hand signal and the hand and arm are downward?
Slowing or stopping.
46. The meaning of the hand signal when the driver has the arm bent in the upward position?
Right turn.
47. When parking downhill on a two‐way street, the wheels should be turned in what direction?
Right, toward the curb.
48. When parking uphill on a two‐way street, which way should the wheels be turned?
Left, away from the curb. 49. Emotions can effect your driving. If you are anxious or angry, before you drive, you should:
Cool off and calm down.
50. The best way to “talk” to another driver is:
To use hand signals or gestures, flash lights or use horn, if necessary.
51. What is meant by a driver keeping a “space cushion”?
Leaving space in front and to the side so one can maneuver in an emergency.
52. When someone is passing you, it is safe driving practice to:
Slow until you are passed.
53. To avoid tailgating, you should be no closer than:
2 seconds or 1 vehicle length for each 10 mph you are driving.
54. How far ahead should you be scanning the roadway as you drive?
12 seconds.
55. In NJ, studded snow tires are allowed to be used:
November 15th until April 1.
56. When are wet road surfaces the most slippery?
When it first starts to rain.
57. When in a hydroplaning situation, a driver should:
Stay off the gas and brake to control the vehicle.
58. During night driving, be sure you can stop:
Within the distance your headlights allow you to see.
59. To avoid “highway hypnosis” when driving on a highway, one should:
Move your eyes and avoid looking too long at one thing. 60. In adverse conditions, a truck may take:
25% more distance to stop.
61. If a driver in a large truck of bus cannot see you in their mirrors:
You are likely to be in the “blind” spot.
62. To regain control of your vehicle in a skid, you should:
Release the gas, and steer into the direction of the skid to gain control.
63. If you drift off the roadway onto the soft shoulder, you should:
Slow down, regain control, and steer back on the road surface.
64. If you have a flat tire or a “blow out” while driving, you should:
Grip the wheel firmly, let up on gas, and slow to a stop.
65. How many inches should you be from the curb when you finish parallel park?
Within 6 inches.
66. What do you do at a flashing red light?
Stop and yield to traffic before you proceed.
67. What is hydroplaning and how is it prevented?
Hydroplaning is when your tires actually lose contact with the road surface and ride on a thin film of water. It can be prevented by having good tires and driving at slower speeds.
68. After you ride through a deep puddle of water, what should you do?
Pump your breaks to dry them.
69. How long after you change your name must you notify NJMVC?
2 weeks.
70. What is an acceleration lane? A lane to enter the highway where you can speed up to the flow of traffic.
71. What is the Implied Consent Law?
Anyone driving in NJ is required to submit to a breathalyzer test when asked or face a mandatory penalty.
72. How often must you renew your vehicle registration in NJ?
Every year.
73. The driving age in NJ is:
17 years of age.
74. When you move into NJ from another state, how long before you must switch to a NJ license?
60 days.
75. Obtaining a NJ license illegally may result in:
A fine of up to $1000, up to 6 mos. in jail, and loss of driving privilege.
76. A 12 oz. can of beer has as much alcohol as:
1.5 oz. of 86 proof whiskey or 5 oz. glass of wine.
77. If under the age of 21, NJ law states that you may be under the influence if your blood alcohol level is:
0.0l%
78. If you have a BAC of .05%, the risk of causing an accident doubles and at .10% the risk increases to:
6 times and at .15% BAC it goes to 25 times.
79. If a person has been drinking, what is the BEST way to sober up?
Time. 80. When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, what must you do?
Stop before the crossing.
81. If you sell your car, what do you do with the old license plates?
Return them to the DMV and get a receipt.
82. A person that leaves your house drunk and has an accident, who is responsible,and what could happen to that person?
You are responsible and could be charged with a crime.
83. The BEST way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol related crash is:
Not to drink at all.
84. When people are pulled over for drunk driving, most have been drinking:
Beer.
85. Up to 3 pts. will be subtracted from your driving record if you have no more moving violations for:
1 year.
86. A persons BAC will rise above the legal limit depending on:
How much you drink, how fast you drink it and your body weight.
87. What is a “habitual offender”?
A person whose has their license suspended 3 times in a 3 year period.
88. What is the penalty for being a “habitual offender”?
3 year loss of license.
89. What is the penalty for refusing to take the breathalyzer test?
6 mo. to year loss of license, and insurance surcharge.
90. What is the first offense penalty for driving while your license is suspended? $500 fine and up to 6 mos. additional suspension.
91. What is your stopping distance on dry pavement when going 50 mph?
243 feet.
92. Accidents causing death/injury or $500 damage to a vehicle must be:
Reported to DMV in 5 days.
93. How many points on your license for moving violations do you have before you get a
Notice of Suspension from DMV?
12 points.
94. When two vehicles stop at a 4‐way stop intersection at the same time:
The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
95. A pennant shaped sign means:
No passing.
96. When should you use your parking lights?
Only when parking.
97. What should you do if the driver behind you continues to tailgate you?
Slow down, move to the right, and allow them to pass.
98. A common mistake a new driver makes with the brake is:
Pushing the brake too hard.
99. If the high beams or an approaching car are in your eyes, what should you do?
Look to the right, away from traffic until the vehicle passes by.
100. What should you do if your brakes fail?
Shift to a lower gear, pump brakes, and warn others.
101. When a school bus is stopped at a school to pick‐up or let off children: You may pass in either direction at 10 mph.
102. If you are arrested in NJ for drunk driving, the conviction rate is:
Over 90%
103. For a first conviction of drunk driving, the penalty is:
$250‐$400 fine, loss of license for 6mos. to 1 year, possible jail for 30 days, and insurance surcharges.
104. Information signs what color?
Green or blue.
105. A driver should slow down:
At intersections, before a curve, approaching R/R crossings, or when the roadway is wet.
106. If you fail the road test, what is the minimum wait to retake the test?
2 weeks.
107. The proper position for your hands on the steering wheel is:
9 – 3 o’clock on the wheel.
108. A “blind spot” by definition is:
The area which cannot be seen outside mirrors.
109. A registered vehicle must be inspected:
Every 2 years.
110. What is the penalty for not having an insurance card in the vehicle?
$100 fine.
111. If you break down on the highway, you should:
Remove vehicle from the roadway and warn other drivers. 112. If a collision is impossible to avoid, you should:
Steer away from objects that do NOT give.
113. When you buy a used car that has a an expired inspection sticker, the car must be inspected within:
2 weeks.
114. You are in the blind spot behind a truck when:
You cannot see the mirrors of the truck.
115. Having an open container of alcohol in the passenger area of a car will:
Result in a $250 fine.