Driver's ED - Chapter 4
What is the fine for littering?
$1000.
What are the fines for using a handheld cell phone or texting?
- First offense - $200-$400 fine Second offense - $400-$600 fine within the first 10 years - Third offense - $600-$800 fine within 10 years of second offense
When is passing on the right allowed?
- When there are multiple lanes going in the same direction - When there are 2 lines in the same direction - When the motorist ahead is making a left turn and there is room to pass
When an ice cream truck has stopped, what should you be aware of?
- Yielding the right of way to anyone person who is crossing the road - watch out for kids - stop and then drive past truck (no more than 15 mph) - a motorist needs not stop on a dual highway if he/she is on the other side of a safety island.
Never park within how many feet of a crosswalk?
25 feet
When a school bus stops and the red lights are flashing, a motorist must stop at least how many feet away from the bus?
25 feet
What is the posted speed limit for school zones and residential districts?
25 mph
What is the posted speed limit for suburban business and residential areas?
35 mph
Never park within how many feet of a railroad crossing?
50 feet
Never park within how many feet of a stop sign?
50 feet
What is the posted speed limit for non-posted rural roadways?
50 mph
What is the posted speed limit for certain state highways?
55 mph
Is it illegal to be parked more than ____ from the curb?
6 inches
What is the posted speed limit for certain interstate highways?
65 mph
When making a left turn, how should a motorist approach the turn?
As close to the center line, make the turn before reaching the center of the intersection
When should a driver use low beam headlights?
City and traffic driving
What is the difference between a controlled and uncontrolled intersection?
Controlled have traffic lights/stop signs/yield signs, uncontrolled don't
Name the 4 types of intersections
Controlled, Uncontrolled, Blind line of sight, Traffic circle
What happens if a motorist exceeds the 65 mph speed limit by 10 mph or more?
Double fines
What are some examples of vehicles that a motorist should yield the right-of-way to?
Emergency vehicles, trains, buses, postal vehicles, motorized or mobility-assistance devices, and other vehicles
What is an acceleration lane?
Extra lane used to join flow of traffic
True or False. A driver should ALWAYS yield the right-of-way to emergency vehicles.
False; only if warning signs are given
What are interim lights and when should they be used?
Found inside the vehicle, should only be used briefly (when necessary) when driving or to comply with police
If a driver misses their exit on a highway, what should they do?
Go to the next exit
When should headlights be used?
Half hour after sunset, half hour before sunrise
What is the 'Move Over Law'?
If an emergency vehicle is flashing its lights, you must reduce your speed to less than the speed limit and be prepared to stop
What is a cloverleaf?
Interchange allowing interchange on two freeways with minimal disruption of speed or movement
What is Kulesh's, Kubert's, and Bolis' Law?
Makes it easier to convict drivers using cell phones.
What does it mean when both center lines on a roadway are solid?
No passing
What does it mean when the center line on a roadway is broken?
Passing is allowed on both sides
What does it mean when one center line is broken and the other is solid?
Passing is only allowed on the side of the broken line
When do most crashes at traffic signals happen?
The first few seconds after the lights change
What does 'yield the right-of-way' mean?
To give up the right to proceed to another vehicle or pedestrian
True or False. A driver must come to a complete stop when a traffic light is illuminated and flashing red.
True
True or False. Does a blind pedestrian always have the right-of-way?
True
True or False. There are no set rules for driving into, around and out of traffic circles.
True
True or False: Overtaking a vehicle in front of you is the same as passing a vehicle in front of you.
True
True or False: Some crashes are caused by driving too slowly.
True
What is the fine for failing to yield to pedestrians?
Up to $500
When should a motorist never pass a vehicle?
When it has stopped for a pedestrian
Can you pass a school bus stopped directly in front of a school while dropping off kids?
Yes, but at a speed no more than 10 mph
When making a right turn, is it important to stay in your ____
lane
The laws of NJ require motorists (drivers) to keep to the ___ except when _____
right, passing
Using a handheld cell phone or texting is a ____offense.
violation
Never park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?
10 feet
A motorist should stop at least how many feet from a railroad crossing when there are flashing lights or lowered gates?
15 feet
What is a Safe Corridor?
A law in New Jersey that doubles fines on various state highways for driving offenses like speed and aggressive driving
When making a right turn, where should a motorist approach the intersection?
As far to the right as possible, near to the curb or parked cars
What is a weave lane?
Both an entrance and exit on an expressway
What is an exit ramp also referred to as?
Deceleration lane
Is a driver allowed to turn right at a red light if there is a 'no turn on red' sign?
No
When should a driver use high beam headlights?
Open country, when there is no sign of traffic, 500 ft or less
What does NJ law authorize at a red light after a full stop?
Right turn
When deciding which vehicle has the right-of-way, what is the general rule?
Vehicle to the left yields to the vehicle on the right
