NJ Driver's Manual Chapter 4

A motorist must stop at least __________ feet from a railroad crossing when there are __________ red lights, __________ bells, __________ or lowered gates, or flag signals.

15, ringing, descending

When a school bus stops, all motorists traveling behind or approaching the bus must stop their vehicles at least __________ feet away

25

State law requires a motorist to stop at least__________ feet away if he/she is traveling on a two-lane road or on a multi-lane __________ where lanes are only separated by __________, or on a privately __________ road.

25, highway, lines, maintained

Afterward, the motorist should keep at least __________ feet behind a signaling __________ vehicle.

300, emergency

Left turn from a two-way road onto a two-way road:

Approach the turn as close as possible to the line nearest to the center of the road. When turning, the vehicle should not cross lane markings. The motorist should keep to the right of the center of the line of the road that the vehicle is entering

Left turn from a two-way road onto a four-lane highway:

Approach the turn as close to the center line to the right side of the road as possible. Make the turn before reaching the center of the intersection

Left turn from a one-way road on to a one-way road:

Approaching the turn in the left lane, the motorist should turn into the left lane of the road he/she is entering

Left turns, between intersections:

Between intersections, solid lines show when not to pass. However, these lines may be crossed with care when entering or leaving driveways in business or residential areas.

Driving on private property to avoid a traffic signal or sign is...

a motor vehicle violation

Motorists enter highways, parkways, and turnpikes by way of __________ lanes, which are extra lanes at __________ entrances used by motorists to __________ up to join the flow of traffic.

acceleration, highway, speed

To make a safe right turn, a motorist should __________ the __________ as far to the right as possible, keeping near to the __________ or parked vehicles.

approach, intersection, curb

Bright beams momentarily __________ other motorists and should not be used if other vehicles are __________ or when __________ behind another vehicle.

blind, approaching, driving

The dim beams are used for __________ driving and driving in traffic on __________.

city, roadways

If a school bus has stopped directly in front of a school to pick up or let off children or persons with developmental disabilities, a motorist may pass from either __________ at a speed of no more than __________ mph.

direction, 10

Motorists pay __________ fines for exceeding the 65 mph limit by __________ miles per hour or more

double, 10

When traveling on a __________-__________ highway, a motorist should slow to 10 mph if on the other side of a __________ island or raised __________.

dual-lane, safety, madian

In most cases,__________ ramps or __________ lanes, which are extra lanes at a highway exit, are located on the right-hand side of the roadway

exit, deceleration

If a motorist misses an __________ ramp on a highway, parkway or turnpike, he/she should go to the __________ exit

exit, next

Never drive__________ than weather, road, or other __________ safely allow, regardless of the posted __________limit.

faster, conditions, speed

Headlights have two sets of beams: bright (__________) and dim (__________), which are controlled by a switch or button on or near the __________.

high, low, dashboard

An intersection is uncontrolled when two or more roads __________ and there is no traffic signal or __________.

join, regulatory device

As a general rule, the the vehicle on the __________ should yield tot eh vehicle on the __________.

left, right

Headlights must be used between __________-__________ hour after __________ and __________-__________ hour before__________.

one-half, sunset, one-half, sunset

the bright beam is for __________-__________ driving when there is no traffic in sight.

open-country

The laws of New Jersey require motorists to keep to the __________, except when passing.

right

Unless a No Turn on Red sign is posted, New Jersey law authorizes a __________ turn on a red __________ after a motorist comes to a __________ stop and checks for __________

right, light, full, traffic

The rules for passing depend on the type of road. Stay to the __________ of the roadway's center lines. Passing is only safe when there is no __________ traffic.

right, oncoming

An intersection where two or more __________ cross or marge at angles.

roads

__________, __________ and __________ rules indicate when a motorist must stop

signs, signals, traffic

The best way to enter a curve is to __________ before entering and avoid drifting into another __________.

slow down, lane

Some crashes are caused by driving too __________ and backing up __________.

slowly, traffic

Exceeding the __________ limit is a common contributing factor of __________ and other types of crashes/

speed, fatal

A motorist should __________ to the extreme right of the __________, stop and wait for the emergency vehicle to pass

steer, roadway

It is important for a motorist to adjust__________ and __________ when approaching a __________ in the road, because vehicles tend to keep going__________.

steering, speed, curve, straight

An intersection is controlled if there are__________ or __________ in any direction or __________ by a police officer

traffic signals, signs, controlled

Headlights must also be used when __________ is __________ feet or less, when using __________ wipers during rain, snow and ice) or when encountering fog, mist, smoke or other factors that __________ visibility

visibility, 500, windshield, reduce

New Jersey law requires all motorists to __________ to emergency vehicles when emergency vehicles __________ sirens and/or __________ red and/or blue emergency lights.

yield, sound, flash

A motorist must __________ to all oncoming __________ and pedestrians before turning __________ at a red light

yield, traffic, right

A motorist must stop:

• At an intersection with a stop sign. • At an intersection with a red light either flashing or illuminated. • At an intersection with a yellow light after a green light, unless too close to stop safely • When a traffic officer orders the vehicle to stop. • When there is a yield sign and traffic does not permit a safe merge. • When a school bus is picking up or letting off children and/or the red lights are flashing. • When coming from an alley, private driveway or building. • At a bridge span that is about to open for boat traffic. • For a blind pedestrian using a white or metallic walking cane, or a trained guide dog, or a guide dog instructor engaged in instructing a guide dog. • For a pedestrian in a crosswalk or at an intersection. • For a motorized wheelchair or mobility-assistance device in a crosswalk or at an intersection

Watch for the following lane markings:

• Both center lines are solid: No passing allowed. • One center line is broken: Passing is allowed only on the side with the broken line. • Both center lines are broken: Passing is allowed on both sides.

A handheld cellular telephone may be used only in certain emergency situations, which include:

• Fire. • Traffic crash. • Serious road hazard. • Medical emergency. • Hazardous material emergency.

Keep the following points in mind when entering a highway, parkway or turnpike:

• Obey posted advisory speed limits (if any) at the entrance ramp. • Speed up to the flow of traffic when leaving the acceleration lane. • Avoid coming to a complete stop in the acceleration lane. • Yield to traffic and enter the right-hand lane when safe.

Unless directed to do so by a police officer or to avoid a crash, a motorist should never stop or park at any of the following places:

• On a crosswalk. • Between a safety zone for pedestrians and the adjacent curb or within 20 feet of the end of the safety zone. • Near properly marked street construction. • In a space on public or private property marked for vehicle parking for persons with a disability (unless legally authorized). • On an interstate highway. • On a sidewalk. • In a bus stop zone. • In front of a public or private driveway. • Within an intersection. • Within 10 feet of a fire hydrant. • Within 25 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection or sideline of a street or intersection highway, except at alleys. • Within 50 feet of a railroad crossing. • Within 50 feet of a stop sign. • Within 20 feet of the driveway entrance to any fire station and within 75 feet on the street opposite a fire station entrance. • On any bridge or elevated roadway or in any tunnel. • Next to another vehicle parked at the curb (double parking). • In an area where parking is prohibited by municipal ordinance.

A motorist should not pass:

• On a hill or curve or at any time he/she cannot see far enough ahead. • At a street crossing or intersection. • At a railroad crossing. • On narrow bridges or in underpasses or tunnels. • When a sign prohibits passing or center lines restrict passing. • When behind a vehicle that has stopped to let a pedestrian cross.

Always slow down:

• On narrow or winding roads. • At intersections or railroad crossings. • On hills. • At sharp or blind curves. • Where there are pedestrians or driving hazards. • When the road is wet or slippery

Keep the following points in mind when leaving a highway, parkway or turnpike:

• Start slowing down when entering a deceleration lane. • Obey the posted advisory speed limit of the deceleration lane.• When the exit is located on the left of a roadway, look for signs that will direct traffic to the proper lane for exiting. • If you miss an exit, go on to the next one. • Never back up on an exit ramp or deceleration lane

Pedestrians and motorists must all do their part to keep pedestrians safe. A motorist must:

• Stop for pedestrians in crosswalks. Failure to stop carries a fine of up to $500, up to 25 days in jail, community service, a driving privilege suspension of up to 6 months and 2 points. (N.J.S.A. 39:4-36) • Watch for pedestrians when turning on red. • Obey speed limits. • Be sure not to block or park in crosswalks. • Keep the vehicle's windshield clean for maximum visibility. • Be alert for pedestrians at all times. • Be aware of areas where pedestrians are most likely to appear (near schools, town centers, residential neighborhoods, parks). • Never pass another vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian. • Stop for all pedestrians in a crosswalk even if they began crossing with a proper signal and they are still in the crosswalk when the signal changes. • Remember that pedestrians are the most vulnerable roadway users. Motorists will be held responsible for maintaining pedestrian safety.

NJ speed limits (unless otherwise posted)

25 mph: School zones, business or residential districts 35 mph: Suburban business and residential districts 50 mph: Non-posted rural roadways 55 mph: Certain state highways (as posted) and interstates 65 mph: Certain interstate highways (as posted)

A motorist coming from a __________ road or driveway must yield to all traffic on the main road.

private

When road surfaces and traffic are normal, New Jersey law __________ blocking traffic through __________ driving.

prohibits, slow

As a motorist nears a crossroad that is not controlled, he/she must...

reduce speed and be ready to stop if any traffic is coming from the right or left.