Driver's Ed Exam Review Flashcards

Questions and Answers

When must you signal before a turn?

At least 100 feet

How close can you park to a stop sign?

50 feet

How close can you park to a corner?

25 feet

How close can you park to a fire hydrant?

10 feet Signup and view all the answers

What is the stopping distance on dry roads at 50 mph?

243 feet Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper distance you may park to a curb?

6 inches Signup and view all the answers

What are the penalties for driving without insurance?

Suspension of driver's license and registration and fines Signup and view all the answers

Serious accidents causing death/injury/$200 damage must be reported in how many days?

5 days Signup and view all the answers

Points are only issued for what type of violations?

Moving violations Signup and view all the answers

When are you given a proposed License Suspension Notice?

When you have received 12 points Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for driving with a suspended license?

First offense fine of $500 and up to 6 months additional license suspension Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for not telling the truth when applying for a license?

Not less than a $200 fine and/or up to 6 months imprisonment Signup and view all the answers

Up to how many points may be subtracted from your record if you receive no moving violations for one year?

3 points Signup and view all the answers

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

Loss of driving privileges for 7 months-1 year and a $1000 yearly surcharge for 3 years Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible if a student commits a traffic offense?

Both the student and the instructor or licensed driver Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when approaching a yellow light?

Stop before entering intersection if possible Signup and view all the answers

What is good practice while driving?

Keep from looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper lane to turn into when making a left turn?

The lane nearest the center in the direction you are heading Signup and view all the answers

When driving at night, you should be able to stop how?

Within the distance you can see ahead Signup and view all the answers

Where should you position the car to make a left turn from a two-way street?

The lane nearest the center of the road Signup and view all the answers

What is a good practice when nearing an intersection?

Slow down and be prepared to stop Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of traffic laws?

To protect you and other drivers Signup and view all the answers

If there is a 'No turn on red' sign, when can you make a turn on red?

After making a full stop and yielding to traffic Signup and view all the answers

If you feel or hear an unusual thumping noise while driving, it may be?

The tires Signup and view all the answers

When your car is stranded in a heavy snowstorm, you should?

Stay with your car Signup and view all the answers

What is a good practice when driving in the city?

Check intersections ahead for signals Signup and view all the answers

What must you do if you want to turn left at a traffic light?

Yield to the oncoming traffic Signup and view all the answers

If the front of the car vibrates, the problem may be with your?

Steering Signup and view all the answers

What do two parallel white lines across the road mean?

Pedestrian crosswalk Signup and view all the answers

Which lights should you use when driving in fog?

Low beams Signup and view all the answers

What papers must you have when operating a motor vehicle?

License, registration, and insurance card Signup and view all the answers

When should you use your horn?

If you are driving out of an alley Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if two cars enter an uncontrolled intersection simultaneously?

The driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right Signup and view all the answers

Double solid center lines would usually be found where?

On a winding two-way road -- no passing Signup and view all the answers

Why should you use seat/shoulder belts?

They increase your chances of surviving an accident Signup and view all the answers

When may you pass on the right?

If the car in front is turning left and there is a lane for driving on the right Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashing red light mean?

Stop, proceed with caution Signup and view all the answers

What does a green light mean?

Proceed when safe Signup and view all the answers

What does a single solid white line across an intersection mean?

You should stop behind the line for a traffic sign or signal Signup and view all the answers

What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign mean?

Warning or caution Signup and view all the answers

When should you use your parking lights?

When parking Signup and view all the answers

Which way do you turn if you go into a skid?

In the direction the back of the car is skidding Signup and view all the answers

How far should you stay behind the car you are following?

At least 2 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What direction should you check first when approaching an intersection?

To the left Signup and view all the answers

If 2 cars reach a four-way stop at the same time, what is the proper procedure?

The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you go into a skid?

Take your foot off the gas pedal Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common mistake a new driver makes with the brake?

Pushing the brakes too hard Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to talk to other drivers?

Through the use of horn or lights Signup and view all the answers

A red eight-sided sign is?

Stop sign Signup and view all the answers

What does a red and white triangular sign mean?

Yield Signup and view all the answers

If you drive through a deep puddle, what should you do?

Test your brakes Signup and view all the answers

When is the road surface most slippery?

During the first few minutes of rain Signup and view all the answers

When should you use your high beam lights?

Open country driving situations Signup and view all the answers

If the lights of oncoming cars are in your eyes, what should you do?

Look to the lower right side of your traffic lane Signup and view all the answers

A driver's left hand extended upward means what?

He is making a right turn Signup and view all the answers

A driver's left hand extended straight out means what?

He is making a left turn Signup and view all the answers

A driver's left hand extended downward means what?

He is making a stop or slowing down Signup and view all the answers

The safest way to exit an expressway is to?

Slow your car to the posted exit speed Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if your electric signals fail to operate?

Use hand signals Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you have a blowout?

Slow the vehicle gradually Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are angry or upset?

Cool off before attempting to drive Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you miss an exit on an expressway?

Go on to the next exit; do not reverse or back up Signup and view all the answers

When you are driving on a curve, your vehicle will tend to go in what direction?

Straight Signup and view all the answers

What is a good practice at intersections that have no signs or signals?

Be ready to stop if necessary Signup and view all the answers

It is a good practice to keep a space cushion to?

Give you time to react Signup and view all the answers

One of the best defenses against a drunk driver is?

Proper wearing of a safety belt Signup and view all the answers

When a school bus has stopped at a school to pick up or let off children, you may pass from either direction at a speed of no more than?

10 mph Signup and view all the answers

What must you do if a school bus is stopped and its red light is flashing?

Stop Signup and view all the answers

How should you turn your wheels when parking downhill next to a curb?

To the right toward the curb Signup and view all the answers

Special permits may be issued at age 16 when?

Enrolled in a Behind the Wheel Driver Education Course or enrolled in a Commercial Driving Education Course and purchased by an Approved Driver Signup and view all the answers

In city driving, a good habit is to?

Look 12 seconds ahead Signup and view all the answers

When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, you should?

Stop within 50 feet but not less than 15 feet of the nearest rail Signup and view all the answers

You are required by NJ laws to keep to the right except?

When on a one-way street, when passing, or if it is impractical to travel on that side of the roadway Signup and view all the answers

Studies show that the greatest number of people arrested for drunk driving had been drinking what kind of alcoholic beverage?

Beer Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit in a school zone?

25 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit in a business area?

25 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit on a highway?

50 mph Signup and view all the answers

You should always yield to?

Other vehicles already in the intersection, pedestrians, and emergency vehicles Signup and view all the answers

If you want to return to the road from a dirt shoulder, you should?

Slow down, then turn your wheels to climb the pavement edge Signup and view all the answers

An agricultural license allows the operation of a farm registered vehicle for what purposes?

For agricultural purposes only Signup and view all the answers

To make a right turn, you should?

Get in the right lane Signup and view all the answers

A twelve-ounce can of beer has as much alcohol in it as?

1 1/2 ounces of 80 proof whiskey, one 5-ounce glass of wine Signup and view all the answers

Whether your blood alcohol concentration rises above legal limits depends on?

How fast you drink, your weight, and the amount you drink Signup and view all the answers

The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol-related accident is to?

Don't drive at all after drinking Signup and view all the answers

If you are arrested for drunk driving in NJ, your chances of being convicted are?

96% Signup and view all the answers

Drugs that may affect basic driving skills are?

Cold pills, tranquilizers, and some prescription drugs Signup and view all the answers

Driving while under the influence of intoxicating beverages means?

The driver shows obvious signs of being drunk Signup and view all the answers

When blood alcohol content reaches 0.15%, your chances of getting into a serious or fatal accident will increase?

What is a 'Habitual Offender'?

Any person whose license has been suspended 3 times within 3 years Signup and view all the answers

The first conviction penalty for driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is?

$250 to $400 fine and possible imprisonment for 3 days and loss of license for 6 months to 1 year Signup and view all the answers

With a blood alcohol concentration of 0 to .05%?

You are presumed NOT to be under the influence Signup and view all the answers

With a blood alcohol concentration of .05% to .10%?

You may or may not be under the influence Signup and view all the answers

With a blood alcohol concentration of .08% or more?

You are under the influence Signup and view all the answers

NJ licensed drivers must take an eyesight recheck every how many years?

Every 10 years Signup and view all the answers

What is a good 'rule of thumb' in adjusting your speed to traffic?

Try to adjust your speed to the flow of traffic Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'rule of thumb' for following distances on dry roads?

One car length back for each 10 mph speed or 2-3 second space between cars Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'tailgating' mean?

Driving too close to the vehicle in front. It does not allow you enough time to react if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Signup and view all the answers

What does hydroplaning mean?

Losing tire grip on wet roads and riding on a film of water Signup and view all the answers

What is an uncontrolled intersection?

One where there are no traffic signs or signals Signup and view all the answers

When should you dim your headlights?

In city driving and when following or meeting another vehicle within 500 feet Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Signaling and Turning

Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn.
Position your vehicle in the lane nearest to the center when turning left from a two-way street.

Parking Regulations

Do not park within 50 feet of a stop sign.
Maintain a distance of 25 feet from a corner when parking.
Keep at least 10 feet away from a fire hydrant.
Park no more than 6 inches from the curb.

Driving Distances and Safety

The stopping distance at 50 mph is 243 feet.
Maintain a following distance of at least 2 seconds behind the vehicle you are following.
When driving at night, stop within the distance you can see ahead, and use low beams in fog conditions.

Penalties and Reporting

Driving without insurance can lead to suspension of driver's license and registration, along with fines.
Serious accidents that cause death or injury or damage over $200 must be reported to the Division of Motor Vehicles within 5 days.
Receiving 12 points will result in a proposed License Suspension Notice.

Driving Violations and Points

Points are only issued for moving violations; up to 3 points may be subtracted after one year of no violations.
The penalty for refusing a breath test includes a loss of driving privileges for 7 months to 1 year and a $1000 surcharge for 3 years.

Safe Driving Practices

Slow down and prepare to stop when approaching intersections.
Avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds while driving.
Use the right lane for turning right and check intersections ahead for signals in city driving.

Intersection and Traffic Signs

Yield to other vehicles already in the intersection, pedestrians, and emergency vehicles.
At uncontrolled intersections, be ready to stop if necessary.
The driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right at four-way stops.

Alcohol and Drug Awareness

A twelve-ounce beer is equivalent in alcohol content to 1.5 ounces of 80 proof whiskey or one 5-ounce glass of wine.
The best way to prevent alcohol-related accidents is not to drive after consuming alcohol.
Blood alcohol content of 0.08% or more legally classifies you as under the influence.

Emergency Situations

If experiencing a blowout, gradually slow down the vehicle.
Stay with your car if stranded in heavy snow.
Use hand signals if electric signals fail to operate.

Road Signs and Lights

A red eight-sided sign indicates a stop, while a triangular red and white sign means yield.
A flashing red light signals you to stop, whereas a green light means to proceed when safe.

Miscellaneous

When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, stop within 50 feet but not less than 15 feet from the nearest rail.
Hydroplaning results from losing tire grip on wet roads.
The principle of keeping a space cushion gives you more time to react to hazards.

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