Driver's Ed Questions for NJ State Exam

Anyone ages 16-17 years of age who violates and restrictions while driving will receive what kind of fine?

$100 fine

Failure to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk would result in what kind of fine? (145)

$200 fine, 2-point ticket, community service for 15 days *Serious injury: $500 fine, 25 days in jail, loss of driving privilege for 6 month*

The fine for applying a license illegally: (130)

$200-$500 fine, 30-90 day imprisonment, 6 months suspension

If accumulate 6 or more points within 3 years you are subject to a surcharge of $150. How much is the surcharge for each additional point?

$25

What is the penalty for driving with a license suspension due to alcohol or drug conviction? (131)

$500 fine, more suspension of 1-2 years, court ordered imprisonment of 10-90 days, $250 for three years per year

What is the penalty for underage drinking and driving? (125)

-30 to 90 day suspension of driving privilege on the day the motorist can obtain a license or on the day of conviction whichever is later -15-30 days community service -Participated in IDRC or alcohol education and highway safety program

What are the penalties for the following violations:

-Altering your license: loss of license, fine up to $1,100 and/or imprisonment (6) -Making or reproducing a facsimile of a New Jersey Driver's license: $150,000 fine, 10 years in prison, driver license suspension -Failing to tell the truth when applying for a license: fine between $200 and $500, six months imprisonment, lose license or registration privileges from up to 6 months or 2 years (130)

Name some reasons why seatbelts are important. (41)

-Keep you from getting ejected or injured in a crash and keep the motorist and passengers in place -Keeps you from sliding around in the seats -Slow the body down with the vehicle, if the vehicle hits something then the vehicle stops but the person keeps going at the same speed that it was moving and hitting the dashboard or window at 30 mph is like falling from a 3 story building

What should you attempt to do to minimize your impact in a collision? (109-110)

-Turn away from traffic and drive off of the road if necessary, if something needs to be hit than try to hit something moving in the same direction rather than something stationary or coming in the opposite direction, try to hit something soft like a bush, try to hit the car on the corner and not head on -Rear: be ready to apply brakes to avoid being pushed ahead into the other vehicle, brace yourself between the seatbelt and the back of the seat -Side: place hands firmly on steering wheel to be ready to steer away quickly -Front: put arms in front of face to protect it

Describe proper body and hand positions when backing In a straight line? When turning?

-Turn head and body to the right to see out of the back window without mirrors, put right hand and arm over the back of the passenger seat and the left hand on the wheel, keep wheel in straight line. -Two hands on wheel to steer with head and body turned to look out of the rear window, turn over shoulder to the direction you are turning, do not cross arms because you cannot make a quick reaction after that, go hand in hand

What are your chances of causing an accident when your BAC is: 0.05%, 0.1%, 0.15%

0.05%: doubles 0.1%: 6 times 0.15%: 25 times

In the State of New Jersey you are under the influence of alcohol when your BAC reaches what percentage? (115)

0.08%

After losing your license and then having it restored you are on probation for this amount of time.

1 year

What is the distance in feet you should signal before making a turn? (72)

100 feet

Name the amount in ounces of beer, wine, and liquor that would make them equivalent to each other. (114)

12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, 1.5 ounces of liquor

At what age can a GDL permit holder (young adult) be eligible to obtain a basic driver license? (15)

18 years old

If convicted of operating a vehicle on public or private property to avoid a traffic light, a motorist would receive a ______. (67)

2 point ticket

How long is the probationary period after you pass your road test? (134)

2 years

If not posted, what is the legal speed limit in residential and business areas? (62)

25 mph

During adverse weather what % longer does a truck take to stop? (148)

25%

When can a GDL special learner permit holder drive between what hours? (18)

5:00 am and 11:01 pm

What is the time period a new resident has to inspect their vehicle in the State of New Jersey? (158)

60 days for registration, 14 days for inspection after registering

During night driving within what distance should you be able to stop your vehicle safely? (100)

A distance that the driver can see ahead

What time period to you have to make the following changes with the Division of Motor Vehicle?

Address: 1 week Legal name change: 2 weeks

GDL special learner or examination permit (under 21) holders can only have how many passengers? (18)

At least one parent or guardian or dependent of the permit holder must be there and one additional passenger

When is a paved road most slippery during rainfall?

At the first few minutes of rainfall

What is the standard Accident Prevention Formula? (90)

Be alert: never think the other motorist will not make a driving mistake Be prepared: learn what to do in any situation when you have to act fast, and always expect the unexpected. Act in time: try not to panic. Know what to do if something happens suddenly.

What is the correct time to have your vehicle's headlights in use? (82)

Between 1 half hour after sunset and 1 half hour before sunrise

If a student driver commits a driving violation with a parent or instructor, who is responsible? (19)

Both the student and the instructor or parent

Explain the Implied Consent Law.

By driving on the roadways in NJ, you have agreed to submit to a breath test

What is the New Jersey Child Passenger Safety Law? (42)

Children under the age of 8 who are less than 57 inches tall must ride in either a booster seat in the rear of the vehicle or a passenger restraint system with a 5-point harness in the rear seat Children under the age of 4 who weigh 40 pounds must ride in a federally approved rear-facing passenger seat equipped with a five-point harness system or a front facing one Children under the age of 2 those that weigh less than 30 pounds must ride in a rear-facing restraint system that has a 5-point harness All children under the age of 8 must sit in the rear seat, if there is no rear then they must sit in a front-facing restraint system or booster seat

What does a red flashing signal mean?

Come to a complete stop, tells you there is a stop sign ahead

Right turn on red procedures

Come to full stop & check for traffic. A motorist must yield to all oncoming traffic and pedestrians

What precautions should you take when driving in a city? (101)

Drive more slowly for better reaction time and watch for the movement of others like pedestrians and other small vehicles, *look at least 12 seconds ahead meaning it takes 12 seconds to get to a stationary object ahead of you,* be able to see a block ahead when driving 25 mph, go at lowest speed at crosswalks, reduce speed at intersections and keep foot on brakes

What three (3) documents must be in your possession while operating a vehicle in the state of New Jersey?

Driver's license, insurance, vehicle registration

During a road a driver may be tested on:

Driving in reverse, following other vehicles, nearing corners intersections, parking (parallel) sitting properly (seatbelt use) Starting a vehicle, steering properly, stopping at signs, stopping smoothly, turning, turning around, using horn, yielding right of way.

Any unlicensed person, ages 13-21, may have their driving privilege postponed if convicted of these 3 acts: (123,133)

Driving privileges suspended for graffiti conviction Setting false alarms suspends their license or eligibility to obtain a license for 6 months If buying or drinking alcohol

What is the braking distance at 60 MPH dry and wet? (53)

Dry: 277 ft

Which way should you turn your tires when parking:

Facing uphill with a curb?: away from the curb Facing downhill?: turn toward curb Facing uphill without a curb?: turn toward side of road

What is the fine for insurance fraud? (130)

Fines up to $5000, imprisonment for up to 3 years, in the event a motorist receives $500 or less he may be fined up to $500 and or imprisoned for not more than 6 months as a disorderly person, lose license for one year

If you are convicted of not having liability insurance you will receive a: (161)

Fines, community service, license and registration suspension, violation surcharges

How far should you park from the following?

Fire hydrant: at least 10 feet away Crosswalk: at least 25 feet away Stop sign: at least 50 feet away Firehouse, same side of street: at least 20 feet away Firehouse, opposite side of street: at least 75 feet away

Explain the "three-second" rule. (189)

For keeping distance behind a vehicle that is in front of you, stay at least 3 seconds behind them so you have enough stopping distance, determined by passing a landmark that the car passes in front of you 3 seconds after they pass it

What are the possible symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Headache, dizziness, loss of consciousness, nausea, chest pain, confusion

What is "highway hypnosis" and how would you avoid becoming hypnotized? (93)

Highway hypnosis is a trance-like state from being behind the wheel for too long and being tired, avoid it by not looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds, rest every two hours, and share the driving with another licensed driver

What steps do you take as a driver if you have a tire blowout? (107)

Hold the steering wheel firmly and keep the vehicle straight while gradually slowing down, remove foot from the gas pedal and not use brakes, vehicle will come to a stop as the motorist goes to a safe area off the roadway

Emotions and driving

If a motorist is angry or excited, he or she should take time to cool off. Aggressive driving is a progression of unlawful driving actions including unexpectedly altering the speed of the vehicle, making erratic lane changes, disregarding traffic control devices, tailgating, and not yielding to right of way.

During your 2 year probationary period after receiving a special learner permit or exam permit you must be enrolled in a probationary driver program after:

If convicted of 2 more moving violations acquiring 2-4 points

Explain when it is legal to pass another vehicle from your lane. (64)

If your side of the road or both sides of the road have broken lines, then you can pass another vehicle

When must you inspect and register your vehicle in the states of New Jersey? (158)

Initial registration for a brand new car is good for 4 years, must do it every year after that, if you move from another state to NJ it must be registered and titled within the first 60 days inspect after 5 years if it is a new car, every 2 years after that

Is alcohol digested by the body? (14)

It is removed slowly by the body by being detoxified and oxidized or burned up by the liver, also eliminated in breath, urine, and sweat

What is the purpose of a space cushion? (149)

Leave space for your vehicle on all sides

What is the penalty for refusing to take a breath test? (115)

Loss of driving privileges, referral to IDRC, fines, installation of ignition interlock device, violation surcharge ($1000 for 3 years), refusing to pay surcharge results in indefinite suspension until it is paid, brought to hospital for blood test and convicted for crime of 0.10 BAC

When you are allowed to make a turn on a red light, what steps should you take before you turn? (72)

Make a turn on any red light unless there is a No Turn on Red sign, must come to a full stop at the light and check for traffic, yield to all oncoming traffic and pedestrians before turning, watch out for moped and bicycles because they might have a green light, use signal light 100 feet before turning

In the state of New Jersey, what type of vehicle insurance is mandatory? (161)

Motor vehicle liability insurance

What requirements must a special learner or examination permit holder meet before they get a probationary license? (15)

Must be 17 years old, must have completed 6 months of supervised training without any suspensions or postponements, must pass the MVC's road test

Can a GDL permit on probationary driver use a cell phone while driving? (18)

No

At 21 years old the holder of a validated GDL permit what hours are they restricted to? (18)

No restrictions apply

Name some examples of when a driver should use high headlight beams. (82)

Open country driving When there is no traffic in sight When there are no traffic lights

What is the proper procedure you would take when a school bus is stopped directly in front of the school?

Pass at no more than 10 miles per hour

How is a special learner's permit (age 16) obtained?

Pass the knowledge and vision test, then 6 hours behind the wheel, get parent/ guardian consent, *instructor purchases the permit*

What should a driver test after driving through a puddle of water? (106)

Pump your brakes

What are the four factors which influence blood alcohol concentration in the body? (115)

Quantity of alcohol consumed, body weight, amount of food in stomach, amount of time taken to drink

Explain the following traffic signs: (212)

Red light: a motorist must stop before the intersection or crosswalk and remain stopped until the light changes to green Yellow light: a motorist should stop before entering the intersection or crosswalk, unless his/her vehicle is so close to the intersection that it cannot be stopped safely. A yellow arrow means the signal is changing from green to red and gives the motorist a chance to stop safely. Green light: a motorist should proceed through the intersection. Yield to pedestrians and vehicles still in the intersection and when turning left or right. Before making a left turn, yield to approaching vehicles. Green arrow: When shown alone or in a combination with the red signal, proceed only as shown by the arrow. Be cautious and yield to pedestrians.

What should you do if your license plates are stolen? (159)

Report to the local police, retain copy of the complaint, inform the MVC

In what direction do you steer if your vehicle begins to skid?

Same direction that it is skidding, take foot off of gas pedal

What is the meaning of a yellow line down the center of the road? (216)

Separate traffic flow going in opposite directions

What is the first step you would take if you experience brake failure in your vehicle? (107)

Shift to a lower gear and pump the brake pedal fast and hard several times

What does a single, white, solid line across an intersection indicate? (217)

Show where to stop at traffic signals or stop signs

What is the most common mistake a new driver makes when applying the brakes? (53)

Slamming the brakes too hard

What steps do you take as a driver if your vehicle swerves off the road? (105)

Slow down, regain control, turn slowly onto the road

What steps should you take if you have vehicle breakdown on a road? (105)

Slow down, turn on hazard lights, go to the shoulder, put out a flare or a cone or a white handkerchief to show that help is needed,

What is a habitual offender? (122)

Someone whose license has been suspended 3 times in 3 years

What should you do when another vehicle is passing? (97)

Stay in the proper lane and slow down to make the pass easier for the other motorist. Return to normal speed after the passing vehicle is well ahead.

What should you do if an emergency vehicle is approaching from the front or rear of your vehicle?

Steer to extreme right of the highway and wait for the vehicle to pass you

What are the (3) hand signals? (54)

Stop or slow down: hand and arm downward, palm facing rear Right turn: hand and arm upward Left turn: hand and arm straight out

What is the penalty for a first conviction for driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs? (123-125)

Suspension of license, fines, imprisonment, alcoholic treatment centers, community service Bail $150, Lawyer $3500, Tow $200, Impound ($400), Court fee $100 Fines: $400, $460 for IDRC, $100, $100, $3000 insurance, $75, $900 bus, GRAND TOTAL= $9385

What is the only factor that reduces alcohol levels in the blood? (114)

Taking time to wait out until sobriety

Explain the best way to negotiate a curve in the road. (72)

The best way to enter a curve is to slow down before entering and avoid drifting into another lane. Motorist should always watch for vehicles that may drift into their lane as well.

Who is responsible if the passenger in your vehicle is not wearing a seatbelt? (40)

The driver is responsible for all of the passengers under 18, the passengers are responsible for themselves if they are 18 or over

In making a right turn you should position your vehicle in what lane? (72)

The farthest part of the right lane

When two vehicles enter an intersection at the same time, who yields?

The one on the left must yield to the one on the right

Where are traffic fines doubled?

Traffic fines are doubled in construction areas, 65 mph zone, and safe corridors

Explain the proper procedure in making a left turn from a two-lane road onto a four-lane road.

Turn into lane closest to the center of the road EDIT

What must be displayed on the plates of a GDL driver's car if under 21? (19)

Two visible reflective red decals, cost $4, one on each plate

What is the number of points deducted from your license if you have no moving violations for 1 year? (137)

Up to 3 points

Name some ways you can communicate with other drivers. (181-182)

Use hand signals for turning, horn, brake light, flick lights

Explain the term, hydroplaning. (97)

When roads are wet the vehicle can ride up on a film of water at a higher speed and start to lose control, very hard to brake or slow down, starts at 35 mph, at 55 mph you lose control of the car

Other than multi-lane highway, when is it legal to pass on the right? (65)

When the person ahead is making a left turn and there is room to pass

What does it mean when a school bus is flashing: (77)

Yellow lights? : turned on before the bus stops Red lights? : turned on when the bus is stopped

Explain the procedure you would take in making a left-hand turn. (73)

Yield to oncoming traffic and look for pedestrians

What should you do with old license plates and why? (159)

You should turn them in to the MVC or transfer them to a new car so they are kept in a safe place and your information will not be stolen

How would you proceed at an intersection showing a steady, yellow traffic signal? (212)

a motorist should stop before entering the intersection or crosswalk, unless his/her vehicle is so close to the intersection that it cannot be stopped safely. A yellow arrow means the signal is changing from green to red and gives the motorist a chance to stop safely.

What is the meaning of a diamond shaped sign? a triangular shaped sign?

diamond: A warning sign, yellow is for road hazards, orange is for construction zones triangle: Yield sign, red and white

After 1 year of having a probationary license, the driver must go to MVC and do what?

get basic license

What should you do if you miss your exit on an expressway? (69)

go to the next exit

When ever possible where should child safety seats be placed?

in the rear seat

Who is at most risk of drowsy driving?

motorists who are sleep deprived, driving long distances without breaks, driving at night, taking medicine that increases drowsiness or alcohol, driving alone, driving on rural roads, young people, shift workers, commercial drivers

To obtain a probationary license a driver with a special learner's permit must:

must have 6 months of supervised driving with no suspension and pass the road test