Driving Safety Regulations Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is a controlled intersection?

An intersection with a stop light, crossing guard, policeman, or sign.

When driving in reverse, what are five things you should do?

Make sure path is clear. 2. Turn head and body to the right to see through the back window. 3. Place right hand on the back of the front passenger seat and left on the steering wheel. 4. Keep both hands on the wheel if not reversing straight. 5. Turn body to look out the rear window and drive slowly.

Who is responsible for enforcing the seatbelt law?

All people in the car, everyone under 18.

When should you start to turn your wheels when backing out of a parking spot?

After looking past the tops of parked vehicles, back up slowly while turning until the left front wheel passes the rear bumper of the vehicle parked on the left. Signup and view all the answers

What factors determine stopping or braking distance?

Motorist's reaction time, weather and visibility conditions, vehicle weight, brake conditions, condition and type of tires, roadway conditions, speed. Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit in a residential or business area?

25 mph. Signup and view all the answers

How many feet should you stop from a school bus?

25 ft. Signup and view all the answers

What is an uncontrolled intersection?

An intersection without a stoplight. Signup and view all the answers

How far from a STOP sign must you park?

50 ft. Signup and view all the answers

How far must you park from a fire hydrant?

10 ft. Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid double yellow line down the center of the road mean?

No passing. Signup and view all the answers

When approaching a curve, your car will tend to do what?

Go straight. Signup and view all the answers

Bright (high) beams are used when?

On rural country roads or in bad weather. Signup and view all the answers

Dim (driving) beams are used when?

During city driving and when meeting another vehicle within 500 feet. Signup and view all the answers

What must be on when your windshield wipers are on, according to New Jersey law?

Headlights. Signup and view all the answers

When parking downhill with a curb, which way must your tires be turned?

Toward the curb. Signup and view all the answers

How far must you park from a crosswalk?

6 in. Signup and view all the answers

Headlights should be on when visibility is less than how many feet?

Less than 500 ft. Signup and view all the answers

When parking uphill, which way should your tires be turned?

Away from the curb. Signup and view all the answers

What is the NJ law for the use of headlights?

Headlights are required when wipers are in use, visibility is less than 500 feet, or in conditions of insufficient light/adverse weather. Signup and view all the answers

List five reasons when a motorist must stop.

<ol> <li>At an intersection with a stop sign. 2. When a traffic officer orders the vehicle to stop. 3. When coming from an alley, private driveway, or building. 4. For a pedestrian in a crosswalk or at an intersection. 5. At an intersection with a red light either flashing or illuminated.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

List three reasons when a motorist should slow down.

<ol> <li>When the roads are slippery because of weather. 2. On narrow or winding roads. 3. At intersections, sharp or blind curves, or in presence of pedestrians or driving hazards.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What three things must you keep in mind when entering a highway?

<ol> <li>Obey posted speed limit at the entrance ramp. 2. Speed up to the flow of traffic when leaving the acceleration lane. 3. Yield to traffic and enter the right-hand lane when safe.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when exiting a highway?

Start slowing down when entering the deceleration lane, obey the posted speed limit, and never back up on an exit ramp or deceleration lane. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Child Restraint Law?

Children up to age 8 or a weight of 80 pounds must ride in a federally approved booster seat in the rear of the vehicle. Children under 8 and over 80 pounds must be in rear seat and use a seat belt. Failure to comply will result in a fine of $54 and court costs. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when turning from a two-lane road onto a four-lane road?

Approach the turn as close to the center line of the right side of the road as possible and make the turn before reaching the center of the intersection. Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of high beams?

500 ft. Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of low beams?

350 ft. Signup and view all the answers

What do dotted and solid lines indicate?

A dotted line on one side means that lane may pass; a solid line means no passing. Dotted lines show where passing is permitted. Signup and view all the answers

What does a hand and arm downward, palm facing rear signal?

Stop or slowing down. Signup and view all the answers

What does a hand and arm upward forming a right angle indicate?

Right turn. Signup and view all the answers

What does a hand and arm pointing straight out mean?

Left turn. Signup and view all the answers

Where should you place your hands on the steering wheel?

3 and 9. Signup and view all the answers

When at a STOP sign, to whom must you yield?

The driver on the right. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when making a turn?

Use mirrors to ensure it's safe, signal first, slow down before reaching the intersection, keep a steady speed, stay in the same lane until the turn is finished, and make sure turn signal is off after the turn. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Controlled Intersection

An intersection regulated by a stop light, crossing guard, policeman, or sign.

Driving in Reverse

Ensure the path is clear.
Turn head and body to the right, using the back window.
Right hand on the back of the front passenger seat; left hand on top of the steering wheel.
Both hands on the wheel if not reversing in a straight line.
Look out the rear window while driving slowly (2-4 mph).

Seatbelt Responsibility

The driver is responsible for ensuring all passengers wear seatbelts, especially those under 18.

Backing Out of Parking

Start turning wheels after seeing over parked vehicle tops.
Back up slowly while turning until the left front wheel passes the rear bumper of the left vehicle.
Straighten wheels once in the traffic lane.

Factors Affecting Stopping Distance

Driver’s reaction time
Weather and visibility
Vehicle weight
Brake conditions
Tire condition and type
Roadway conditions
Speed

Speed Limits

Residential and business areas: 25 mph.

School Bus Stopping Distance

Stop 25 feet from a school bus.

Uncontrolled Intersection

Defined as an intersection without a stoplight.

Parking Regulations

Stop 50 feet from a STOP sign.
Park at least 10 feet from a fire hydrant.
Must park 6 inches from a crosswalk.

Road Markings

A solid double yellow line indicates no passing.

Vehicle Behavior on Curves

Cars tend to go straight when approaching a curve.

Headlight Usage

Bright beams: rural roads or poor weather.
Dim beams: city driving and when approaching another vehicle within 500 feet.
Headlights must be on when wipers are in use or visibility is under 500 feet.

Tire Direction When Parking

Turn tires toward the curb when parking downhill with a curb.
Turn tires away from the curb when parking uphill.

Stopping Requirements

Stop at intersections with stop signs or red lights.
Stop when a traffic officer signals to do so, or for pedestrians in crosswalks.

Situations to Slow Down

Slippery roads
Narrow or winding roads
Approaching intersections or sharp curves.

Highway Entry Protocol

Follow speed limits on entrance ramps.
Adjust speed to match highway traffic when entering.
Avoid stopping in the acceleration lane.

Highway Exit Guidance

Slow down in the deceleration lane.
Follow posted speed limits in deceleration lanes.
Do not back up on an exit ramp if you miss an exit.

Child Restraint Law

Children under age 8 or weighing 80 pounds must use a booster seat in the rear.
Children above 8 years or over 80 pounds must use a seatbelt in the rear.
Non-compliance results in a fine of $54 plus court costs.

Turning from Two-Lane to Four-Lane Road

Stay close to the center line on the right side before turning.
Complete the turn before reaching the intersection center.

Headlight Ranges

High beams: 500 feet.
Low beams: 350 feet.

Line Designations

Dotted line indicates passing is allowed; solid line indicates no passing.
Two dotted lines allow passing by either lane.

Hand Signals

Downward palm facing rear: stop or slow down.
Arm upward at a right angle: right turn.
Arm extended straight out: left turn.

Steering Wheel Position

Hands should be placed at the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions.

Right of Way at STOP Signs

The driver must yield to the driver on the right.

Making a Turn

Use mirrors and check for visibility before turning.
Always signal and then move into the proper lane.
Slow down before the intersection and maintain speed through the turn.
Complete the turn without changing lanes and ensure the turn signal is off afterward.

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Test your knowledge on essential driving safety regulations, including the rules for controlled intersections, reversing techniques, and the importance of seatbelt use. This quiz also covers factors affecting stopping distance and speed limits for safe driving practices.