New Jersey DMV Written Test Flashcards

New Jersey DMV Written Test Flashcards What do solid lines indicate?On a motorist's side of the center line means do not pass Hydroplaning means?Tire treads lose contact with the road surface You should allow more space in front of your vehicle when

following large trucks because:

You need the extra room to see around the truck What should you do if the gas pedal in your vehicle gets stuck?Keep eyes on the road while quickly shifting to neutral, steer off roadway, turn engine off and call for help A person may drive on public or private property to avoid a traffic sign or signal?When directed to do so by a police officer The three second rule refers to what?Proper following distance When is it very important to use your mirrors? When stopping at an intersection; When slowing down or stopping suddenly; When turning; When changing lanes What is the penalty for lying on your driver license application or registration?Loss of driver license privileges for 6 months to 2 years; 6 months imprisonment To maintain a proper following distance when driving, you should stay at least?

• seconds behind the vehicle in front of you

When parking your vehicle on ANY hill:Use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in gear or "park" What about any GDL permit under 215am-11pm What should you do if your vehicle goes into water?Open door or window to exit What are the three basic kinds of traffic signs? Warning, guidance, regulatory What should you do if your vehicle breaks down? Turn on your emergency flashers; Ask anyone who stops for help or call for assistance; Move the vehicle out of the road; Raise the hood What are the three options available the Graduated Drivers License Program -The Early Bird-The young Adult Road-The Adult Road What is the minimum safe following distance for a vehicle traveling at 50 mph under ideal road conditions?

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What safe driving skills are affected by alcohol? Alertness, judgment and reaction time What are the 6 items needed to take the road test?-6 pts of ID- Validated Permit-Valid inspection sticker, insurance-2 red GDL decals-all signals must be working-Applicants must be accompanied by a licensed driver What driving rule is useful at any speed? The three-seconds plus rule A Probationary License is needed for how long? 1 year What is a common contributing factor of fatal and other types of accidents?Exceeding the speed limit Whenever a motorist is in doubt who had the right-of-way in a circle, he/she should do what at all times?Remember the basic rule governing any uncontrolled intersection; Exercise extreme caution According to New Jersey state law, who is required to wear seat belts?Under state law, the driver and all passengers of a passenger vehicle must wear a seatbelt

An intersection is controlled if there are traffic signals or signs in any direction or controlled by what?A police officer A railroad crossing sign is?Black and yellow (circle) The meaning of a hand signal when a driver's hand and arm are straight out signifies a?Left turn What should you do when a school bus is stopped and flashing red lights?Drivers on two-lane road approaching from both directions must stop If your cell phone rings while you are driving and you do not have a hands-free device, what should you do as a responsible driver?Let the call go to voicemail Emotions can have a great effect on your driving, if you are angry or excited you should?Give yourself time to cool off You are, by law, presumed to be under the influence when the amount of alcohol in your blood or BAC has reached?.08% In which of the following situations are you allowed to pass another vehicle on the right?Only on roads with more than one lane going in the same direction If a person has been drinking, what will sober them up?Time What should you do if your vehicle runs off the pavement?Regain control; Slow down; Turn slowly onto the road With a 6pt ID Varification Program, The MVC's will verify what 3 categories?-age--Birth Certificate--4pts-Identity-- Social Security--1 pt-proof that presence in this country is federal by law Double solid lines in the center of a two-way road means?Traffic should not cross from either side an adress change..?1 week after moving When two roads intersect and there are no signs or signals, it is good practice to?Be ready to stop if necessary Which class of license-A, B, C, or D-is intended for a basic non-commercial driver license?D What does the law say about bicyclists on roadways?Bicycles are considered the same as motor vehicles What type of lights are illegal to use in place of headlights?Parking or auxiliary lights to Obtain a GDL special Learner Permit one must meet what 6 requirements -Must be at least 16-Must have resigned Parent or Guardian Consent-must be enrolled in approved behind the wheel driver training course-an approved instructor must give permit-Must pass MVC's knowledge and visions Test-Must Pay required fee Which of the following are examples of regulatory signs?Do not enter; Yield; Stop What three items do you need to have with you when driving?-license-registration-insurance Should you maintain your speed or slow down when moving toward an exit ramp?Do not slow down until you have moved into the exit ramp What are the hours for a GDL Examination permit (21 or older)?all hours If a motorist has reached a BAC of slightly above .05 percent after drinking, the risk for causing a motor vehicle

accident:

Doubles Which of the following statements about drinking and driving are correct?If your BAC is above .10%, your risk for getting in an accident is six times higher; If you're BAC is above .05,

your risk for getting in an accident is doubled

Can coffee, fresh air, or a shower help you sober up enough to drive safely?No, only time can do this It will take a large truck how much longer to stop in Bad weather 25% What are the four Items needed to register your vehicle?-Complete a NJ vehicle registration application at any MVC-Provide the name of the vehicles current insurance company and the policy number-show proof of vehicle ownership-shoe proof that required sales have been paid When are roads most slippery?During the first few minutes of rainfall The first conviction penalty for driving with a BAC of .08% or higher will be?$250-$400 fine, up to 30 days imprisonment, loss of license

• months to 1 year

What does a white diamond shaped symbol in a lane indicate?Lane reserved for high occupancy vehicles (HOV) only To obtain a Probationary License a person who is under the age of 21, may drive unsupervised when the following

three requirements are met:

• Must complete 6 months of supervised driving without any

suspensions or postponement-Must pass MVC's Road test-Must be at least 17 years old When road surfaces and traffic are normal, what does New Jersey law prohibit?Blocking traffic through slow driving When driving around a curve, your car will to tend?Keep going straight When making a left turn from a two-way street, you should get into which lane before turning?Lane nearest to the center of the roadway What is the correct way to safely make a right hand turn?Do not swing outward or into another lane; Approach intersection as far to the right as possible What is the correct placement of your hands on the steering wheel?

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A flashing red light means?Stop, go when safe What are some bad habits that could distract drivers from paying attention to the road and their surroundings?Reading maps and newspapers; Driving while talking on a cell phone; Driving while eating or drinking The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol-related accident is to?Not drive at all after drinking What is the proper response to a blown tire? Take your foot off the gas, do not use breaks; Steer straight You should always yield to?Emergency vehicles, pedestrians, other vehicles in the intersection A single, solid white line across a road at an intersection designates?Stop within five feet of the line for a stop sign or traffic light What is the minimum safe following distance for a vehicle traveling at 40 mph on wet pavement?

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What should you do to control a vehicle if the rear end of the vehicle starts to slide?Take your foot off the gas pedal What is the most common type of parking on city streets in the state of New Jersey?Parallel Parking If you drink beyond a BAC of .05%, the risk of you causing a motor vehicle accident doubles and, at 10%, the risk increases to?Six times as great