Permit Test
This road sign means: A steep grade is ahead. You must turn left ahead. Do not enter. A four-way intersection is ahead.
A four-way intersection is ahead.
This road sign means: All traffic must turn right. No right turn. All traffic must go straight ahead. A road joins from the right
A road joins from the right
A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection has the same requirements as: A slow sign. A yield sign. A stop sign. An intersection sign.
A stop sign
Your brake lights tell other drivers that you (are making a turn) (have your emergency brakes on) (are changing lanes) (are slowing down or stopping)
Are slowing down or stopping
This sign means: Trucks under 18,000 lbs. allowed. Hill ahead. Truck stop ahead. No trucks allowed.
Hill ahead
Blood alcohol content (BAC) depends on each of the following, except: Your body weight. How much you drink. How much time passes between drinks. How physically fit you are.
How physically fit you are
This road sign means: Slow down or stop. Stop, if necessary. You must come to a complete stop. Drive with caution and be ready to stop.
You must come to a complete stop
when driving in bad weather drivers should (increase speed to reach final destination more quickly) (decrease the two second rule) (increase the two second rule) (none of the above)
increase the two second rule
This sign shows one type of (right turn) (intersection) (lane change) (road curve)
intersection
When faced with an oncoming car to the left and a bicyclist to the right, you should (pull onto the shoulder) (split the difference) (let the car pass and then pass the bike) (pass the bike quickly)
let the car pass and then pass the bike
If you are driving in another driver's blind spot, you should (move forward or drop back so the driver can see you) (keep a steady place) (stay in drivers blind spot) (honk to let them know you are there)
move forward or drop back so the driver can see you
you needn't stop your vehicle for a frozen dessert truck when (it shows flashing red lights) (it shows a stop signal arm) (a person is crossing the roadway to or from the frozen dessert truck) (on a dual highway if you're on the other side of a safety island or medial from the frozen desert truck)
on a dual highway if you're on the other side of a safety island or median from the frozen desert truck
a 5 ounce glass of wine contains the same amount of alcohol as (one pint of whiskey) (a gallon of wine) (a 6 pack of beer) (one 12 ounce can of beer)
one 12 ounce can of beer
what does this sign mean (pedestrians walking along the road ahead) (pedestrian crossing ahead) (pedestrian must not cross here) (be alert for construction workers on the road)
pedestrian crossing ahead
Your first response to reduced visibility should be: Turning on your headlights. Reducing your speed. Turning on your windshield wipers. Looking for road edge markings to guide you
reducing your speed
This sign means (side road) (low clearance) (merging traffic) (preparing to stop)
side road
If the vehicle is five years old or older, a driver moving to New Jersey from another state should have their vehicle inspected within ____ of it being registered. 72 hours One week 14 days Six months
14 days
in new jersey you must be at least _ years old to register a motor vehicle (17) (16) (15) (21)
17
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in suburban business districts is: 70 mph. 55 mph. 40 mph. 35 mph.
35 mph
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit on rural roadways is: 25 mph. 35 mph. 50 mph. 65 mph.
50 mph
You may turn right on red: When there is a sign prohibiting turning right on red. Before pedestrians have crossed any intersecting crosswalks. After coming to a complete stop and yielding to pedestrians and vehicles in the intersection. Before coming to a complete stop
After coming to a complete stop and yielding to pedestrians and vehicles in the intersection
If you are involved in a serious motor vehicle crash: Stop. Call the police. Determine if anyone is injured. All of the above.
All of the above
Snow and ice on a vehicle should be removed from: The vehicle's windows. The vehicle's hood. The top of the vehicle. All of the above.
All of the above
When approaching an accident scene, you should (keep your attention on your driving) (keep moving) (stop if you are involved or if emergency help has not yet arrived)
All of the above
When getting ready to change lanes, you should: Check your side view mirror. Check your rearview mirror. Quickly turn your head to check for other vehicles. All of the above.
All of the above
When preparing to turn left, drivers should: Slow down gradually while checking their rearview mirror. Move into the left lane. Watch for oncoming vehicles and pedestrians. All of the above.
All of the above
When turning left, drivers must yield the right-of-way to: Other drivers who are already in the intersection. Oncoming traffic. Pedestrians who are already in the intersection. All of the above.
All of the above
You are approaching a railroad crossing and you do not see or hear a train. You must stop: If a stop sign is posted. If a crossing gate is lowered. If the crossing lights are flashing. All of the above.
All of the above
You are entering a crowded freeway. What should you do to merge into traffic? Use your side and rearview mirrors and check your blind spots. Use the acceleration lane to adjust your speed to match the speed of freeway traffic. Yield to traffic already on the freeway. All of the above.
All of the above
Which of the following influence(s) the effects of alcohol? The amount of food in the stomach The body weight of an individual How much time passes between drinks All three choices
All three choices
What is the only way to reduce your blood alcohol concentration (BAC)? Drink coffee. Exercise. Allow your body time to get rid of the alcohol. Take a cold shower.
Allow your body time to get rid of the alcohol
When involved in a collision, you should (move the injured to their desired location) (avoid moving the injured unless absolutely necessary) (only call emergency personnel if it seems necessary) (insist the injured are fine without immediate medical attention)
Avoid moving the injured unless absolutely necessary
This sign means (bicycle crossing) (stop) fines double in a work zone) (stop ahead)
Bicycle crossing
Drowsy drivers: Should drink strong black coffee to stay awake. Can drive so poorly that they may appear to be drunk. Can stay alert by opening a window and turning up the radio. Are usually only older drivers.
Can drive so poorly that they may appear to be drunk
You notice a vehicle defect which may affect the safe operation of your vehicle. You should: Correct the defect as soon as possible. Correct the defect when you can afford it. Drive the vehicle at slower speeds. Drive normally.
Correct the defect as soon as possible
When you hear the siren or see the flashing lights of an approaching emergency vehicle, you must: Slow down until it passes you. Drive to the right side of the road and stop. Motion for the emergency vehicle to pass you. Merge into the right lane and continue driving.
Drive to the right side of the road and stop
You need to use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a white cane because: He or she is deaf. He or she is a police officer. He or she is blind. He or she has poor balance.
He or she is blind
Defensive driving is: Identifying dangerous driving situations and taking action to avoid accidents. Defending yourself against poor drivers by getting ahead of them in traffic. Following the vehicle ahead of you at a close distance. Quickly changing lanes and shifting in and out of traffic congestion.
Identifying dangerous driving situations and taking action to avoid accidents.
If your car starts to skid, turn your steering wheel: To keep the front wheels straight. In the direction you want the vehicle to go. In the opposite direction of the skid. In any direction. It doesn't matter.
In the direction you want the vehicle to go
When driving in bad weather, drivers should: Increase their speed to reach their final destination more quickly. Decrease their following distance. Increase their following distance. None of the above.
Increase their following distance
This road sign means: Side road. Keep to the side indicated by the arrow. You may drive in the left lane. You have the right-of-way.
Keep to the side indicated by the arrow
A solid white line down the center of a two-lane road indicates: Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are not permitted to pass. Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so. Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are not permitted to pass. Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.
Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are not permitted to pass
This sign means: Left turn yield on green. One-way. Cattle crossing. Two-way left turn.
Left turn yield on green
To check your blind spot before changing lanes: Look into the left side mirror. Look into the right side mirror. Look into the rearview mirror. Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move.
Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move
When approaching railroad tracks, you should: Look, listen, slow down, and be prepared to stop. Speed up to cross the tracks before the gate is lowered. Try to drive around a lowered gate. Not pay attention to how many tracks there are to cross.
Look, listen, slow down, and be prepared to stop
If an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is traveling in the area where you are driving, you should: Speed up to avoid the emergency vehicle. Stop your vehicle immediately and prevent them from passing. Make every effort to give the emergency vehicle a clear path of travel. Signal to the emergency vehicle when it is clear for them to pass you.
Make every effort to give the emergency vehicle a clear path of travel
If you drive while your license is suspended and you are involved in an accident that causes injury to another person, you (will receive a warning) (will only be charged a fine) (may be charged a fine, receive an extended suspension, and be sent to jail) (will receive points against your license)
May be charged a fine, receive an extended suspension, and be sent to jail
When approaching a traffic signal displaying a flashing yellow arrow, drivers: Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow. Should come to a complete stop. May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Have the right-of-way and may expect oncoming traffic to stop for them.
May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians
This road sign means (no left turns) (no u turns) (no exit) (no right turn)
No right turn
Your body gets rid of approximately: Three alcoholic drinks an hour. One alcoholic drink an hour. Two alcoholic drinks an hour. None of the above.
One alcoholic drink an hour
When you approach a railroad crossing without flashing warning signals or crossing gates, you should: Cross the tracks immediately and as quickly as possible. Always stop before crossing the tracks. Prepare to yield to any train at the crossing. Speed up to beat any oncoming train.
Prepare to yield to any train at the crossing
To avoid collisions with vehicles in your blind spots, you should (Quickly turn your head to see if your blind spot is clear before changing lanes) (Adjust your rearview mirrors every few minutes.) (Honk your horn right before turning or changing lanes.) (None of the above.)
Quickly turn your head to see if your blind spot is clear before changing lanes.
Crossbuck signs indicate: Railroad crossings. School zones. No passing zones. Hospitals.
Railroad crossings
When making a turn, you must ____ your speed. Increase Maintain Vary Reduce
Reduce
When sharing the road with a truck, it is important to remember that trucks generally: Require longer distances to stop than smaller vehicles do. Require less time to pass on a downgrade than smaller vehicles do. Require a smaller turning radius than smaller vehicles do. Require less time to pass on an incline than smaller vehicles do.
Require longer distances to stop than smaller vehicles do
When passing another vehicle on a road with two lanes traveling in opposite directions, you should (return to the driving lane where theres enough room between you and the vehicle you passed) (remain in the left lane if you intend to turn left) (return to the right side of the roadway immediately) (drive in either lane)
Return to the driving lane when there's enough room between you and the vehicle you passed
This sign means: Roundabout ahead. Lane ends, merge left. Turn around. Curve ahead.
Roundabout ahead
This sign means: Pedestrians only. Intersection ahead. Hiking trails ahead. School crossing ahead.
School crossing ahead
This sign means: Sharp turn ahead, slow down. Work crew ahead. Side road. Playground ahead.
Sharp turn ahead, slow down
You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn. You should: Signal and keep your wheels turned to the left. Signal and keep your wheels straight. Flash your headlights so drivers will let you through. Drive around the rear of a car if it blocks you.
Signal and keep your wheels straight
The most important thing to remember about speed management and curves is that you must: Drive at the posted speed limit as you enter the curve, then slow down at the sharpest part of the curve. Slow down before you enter the curve. Accelerate gently before you enter the curve. Drive at the posted speed limit before, throughout, and after the curve.
Slow down before you enter the curve
If you become stranded in a snowstorm, the best thing to do is to (get out of the car and go for help) (lay down in your car and go to sleep) (walk into the road and get the attention of other drivers) (stay in the car as you are most likely to be found when you stay in your vehicle)
Stay in the car, as you are most likely to be found when you stay in your vehicle
You come to an intersection that is blocked by other traffic. You should: Go slowly until the traffic ahead moves. Get as close as possible to the car in front of you. Stay out of the intersection until you can pass through. Sound your horn to make the cars move up.
Stay out of the intersection until you can pass through
You come to an intersection with a flashing red light. You must (slow down and drive carefully through the intersection) (turn either right or left since the road is blocked ahead) (stop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light) (stop at the intersection and proceed as traffic follows)
Stop at the intersection, then proceed as traffic allows
A driver approaching a flashing red traffic signal must: Slow down at the light. Drive carefully without stopping. Merge to the right. Stop before entering the intersection.
Stop before entering the intersection
On long trips, you can prevent drowsiness by: Turning on your car radio. Slowing down. Stopping at regular intervals for a rest. Moving your eyes from side to side as you drive
Stopping at regular intervals for a rest
A regulatory sign containing a red circle with a slash through the middle indicates: That drivers should come to a complete stop. That an action is forbidden. That some drivers should yield to other drivers. That drivers should drive under the speed limit.
That an action is forbidden
Your ability to stop is affected by: Signal lights. Other cars on the road. The time of day. The condition of the road. 46 . If an emergency vehicle with
The condition of the road
What might happen when alcohol is combined with another drug? The effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be increased. Nothing will happen. The effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be reduced. The effects of only the alcohol may be reduced.
The effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be increased
An "End school zone" sign indicates (that the speed limit is 20 mph) (the beginning of a reduced speed zone) (the increased possibility of encountering pedestrians) (the end of a reduced speed zone)
The end of a reduced speed zone
This road sign means: Divided highway begins. A steep grade is ahead. The overpass ahead has a low clearance. Two lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions are about to merge.
The overpass ahead has a low clearance
A flashing red light on a traffic signal means: The same thing as a stop sign. The traffic signal is broken. You do not have to come to a complete stop. Driving conditions are dangerous.
The same thing as a stop sign
At dusk or on overcast days, you should: Drive using your four-way flashers. Drive using your parking lights. Not turn on any vehicle lights. Turn on your headlights.
Turn on your headlights
Drivers under the age of 21 who are operating on a probationary license should display ____ on their license plate. Four GDL decals Two GDL decals Two flashing lights Four green stickers
Two GDL decals
Round signs indicate: No passing zones. School zones. Upcoming railroad crossings. Hospitals.
Upcoming railroad crossings
When driving in rain, you must: Use low beam headlights. Use high beam headlights. Use parking lights. Use no lights.
Use low beam headlights
If your car breaks down on a highway, you should: Sit in your car and wait for help. Use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers. Sound your horn at passing motorists. Flash your headlights at oncoming traffic.
Use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers
At a school crossing sign, you should (always stop whether theres a stop sign or not) (watch for children and be ready to stop) (always sound your horn when you see children) (be ready to help crossing your children crossing the street)
Watch for children and be ready to stop
This road sign means: When pavement is wet, reduce your speed. The road ahead winds a series of turns or curves. Traffic increases ahead. Steep grade ahead.
When pavement is wet, reduce your speed
If a transit vehicle is signaling to re-enter the main roadway following a stop, you must: Honk to let them know you're there. Move to the left lane. Yield. Speed up to pass.
Yield
How can you lower the risk of hydroplaning? (do not speed when the roads are wet) (use tires with proper air pressure) (replace tires with bad tread) (all of the above)
all of the above
It is important to slow down (on narrow or winding roads) (at intersections or railroad crossings) (when the road is wet or slippery) (all of the above)
all of the above
MVC may terminate your road test before it starts because of (an unsafe vehicle) (a center console or other equipment in your vehicle that obstructs the examiners access to the brake pedal) (missing seat belts) (all of the above)
all of the above
The best way to avoid hydroplaning is to (keep your tires properly maintained) (slow down when roads are wet or slushy) (watch out for standing water and puddles) (all of the above)
all of the above
Which of the following statements about railroad crossings is true? (it is against the law to go around lowered gates at the crossing) (you must stop at a railroad crossing when directed to do so by a flagger) (not all railroad crossing are equipped with flashing red signals and gates) (all of the above)
all of the above
as you drive you must turn your headlights on (when you turn your wipers on) (one half hour after sunset) (one half hour before sunrise) (all of the above)
all of the above
as you drive you're required to stop your vehicle (at an intersection with a stop sign) (when there is a red light) (when a traffic orders you to stop) (all of the above)
all of the above
if a collision is possible you should (choose to hit something that will give way rather than something that's rigid) (choose to hit something that's standing still rather than something moving toward you) (if you have to hit anything try to make it a glancing blow or a sideswipe) (all of the above)
all of the above
if your windshield wipers stop suddenly during rain or snow you should (slow down) (turn on emergency flashers) (brake and pull off the road) (all of the above)
all of the above
it is important to slow down (on narrow or winding roads) (at intersections or railroad crossings) (when the road is wet or slippery) (all of the above)
all of the above
to obtain a new jersey driver license or non driver id card you must present (proof of age) (proof of address) (proof of legal us presence) (all of the above)
all of the above
what are some telltale signs of a drunk driver (weaving between lanes) (driving slower than the normal traffic flow) (quick and sudden stops) (all of the above)
all of the above
when driving on major highways (stay alert) (keep your eyes moving) (be ready to react to road hazards) (all of the above)
all of the above
When you see other drivers around you acting or reacting in anger (dont make eye contact) (dont react with hand gestures) (distance yourself from the situation) (all of the above)
all of these
in new jersey persons under 21 years of age are considered under the influence (DUI) when their BAC is (.01) (.05) (.10) (all the above)
all the above
Smoking and preparing to smoke while driving (do not affect driving abilities) (help maintain driver alertness) (are distracting activities) (are not distracting activities)
are distracting activities
You can practice drive with a valid special learners permit (between 12:01 am and 5 am) (between 9 am and 9 pm) (between 5 am and 11 pm) (anytime)
between 5 am and 11 pm
Which statement about speed is true? (driving too slow on certain highways can be dangerous) (speeding can kill) (speeding is not dangerous if youre a skilled driver) (both driving too slow on certain highways can be dangerous and speeding can kill)
both (driving too slow on certain highways can be dangerous and speeding can kill)
A bicyclist who doesn't obey traffic laws (is in the right because bicyclist do not have to obey traffic laws) (can be ticketed) (will always receive a warning from law enforcement) (will have their bike impounded)
can be ticketed
This sign means: Stop. No U-turn. Yield. Do not enter.
do not enter
When driving in traffic, it is safest to (fluctuate your speed to keep alert) (drive faster than the flow of traffic) (drive slower than the flow of traffic) (drive with the flow of the traffic)
drive with the flow of traffic
What does a single dashed yellow line separating traffic mean? (drivers may pass if it is safe to do so) (both lanes travel in the same direction) (drivers may not pass) (drivers may pass, even if its dangerous)
drivers may pass if it is say to do so
Drivers must yield to a pedestrian (even if the pedestrian crosses the street carelessly) (only when the pedestrian is in the crosswalk) (only if the pedestrian is in the same side of the road as the driver) (if the pedestrian uses a hand signal to ask an oncoming driver to stop)
even if the pedestrian crosses the street carelessly
This sign means (pedestrians ahead) (end of construction zone) (school crossing ahead) (flagger ahead)
flagger ahead
What are the colors of signs that tell you the distance to the next exit on a highway? (yellow with black letters) (black with white letters) (red with white letters) (green with white letters)
green with white letters
Drivers who eat and drink while driving (make no driving errors) (have trouble driving slowly) (are better drivers because they are not hungry) (have trouble controlling their vehicles)
have trouble controlling their vehicles
____ greatly increase stopping distances and severity of crashes (high speeds) (slow speeds) (night drives) (uphill inclines)
high speeds
This sign means (highway changes ahead and to the right) (hiking trails ahead and to the right) (hotel ahead and to the right) (hospital ahead and to the right)
hospital ahead and to the right
if you are driving behind a school bus and it shows a flashing red light signaling a stop, you must (stop at least 25 feet away) (slow down to 10 mph) (speed up and pass) (stop directly behind the bus)
stop at least 25 feet away
When driving near heavy trucks, other drivers and highway users must make allowances for (the increase stopping distance required by large vehicles) (the decreased stopping distance required by large vehicles) (the decreased noise of larger vehicles) (the increased speed of larger vehicles)
the increased stopping distance required by large vehicles
vehicle stopping distances never depend on (your own reaction time) (the time of day) (condition of your vehicles brakes) (condition and type of vehicle tires)
the time of day
This sign means: Emergency vehicles ahead. Uncontrolled intersection ahead. Four-way stop ahead. Traffic signal ahead.
traffic signal ahead
After a driver's suspended license is restored, they will be on a probationary driving period for (two years) (one year) (six months) (six weeks)
two years
you may drive on public or private property to avoid a traffic sign or signal (only if the driver stops the vehicle before crossing the sidewalk) (only with permission of the property owner) (anytime) (when directed to do so by a police officer)
when directed to do so by a police officer
you must yield for emergency vehicles (never) (when you see a flashing red or blue light or hear a siren) (only when other vehicles yield) (none of the above)
when you see a flashing red or blue light or hear a siren
The most common color of warning signs is (red) (yellow) (green) (blue)
yellow
the implied consent law is (permission for someone to drive your vehicle) (all passengers must wear their seat belts) (you agree to a breath test when under arrest and suspected of drinking and driving) (none of the above)
you agree to a breath test when under arrest and suspected of drinking and driving