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What is the proper way to drive in a straight line when driving in reverse?

A motorist's head and body should be turned to the right until he/she can see clearly through the back window of the vehicle without the use of mirrors. The right hand should be placed over the back of the front passenger seat, and the left hand should grasp the top of the steering wheel.

Who is the GDL driver responsible for enforcing the seatbelt law with?

All passengers seated anywhere in the vehicle.

List the 7 factors that affect stopping distance.

Motorist reaction time, 2. Weather and visibility conditions, 3. Vehicle weight, 4. Brake conditions, 5. Conditions and type of tires, 6. Roadway conditions, 7. Speed.

A police officer can pull you over for a seatbelt violation.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the three ways that seat belts help you in a crash?

<ol> <li>Keep motorists and passengers from being thrown from the vehicle, 2. Slow a body down with the vehicle, 3. Keep a motorist/passenger from sliding on the seat during sudden stops and turns.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common mistake that new drivers make?

Slamming the brake pedal, even if there is no emergency. Signup and view all the answers

How far in advance should a driver signal a turn?

At least 100 feet. Signup and view all the answers

When driving on a highway, make sure to keep to the ________ of the lane.

Center. Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper way to adjust your outside mirrors?

To reduce blind spots. Signup and view all the answers

What are the fines for violating the Idling Law?

$250 to $1,000. Signup and view all the answers

Children under two years of age should be _ facing in the seat of the car with a _____ harness system.

rear, back, 5 point. Signup and view all the answers

Infant car seats should never be placed when driving in reverse.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the blind spots in your vehicle?

Left side mirror and right side mirror. Signup and view all the answers

How can you check to see if your mirrors are adjusted correctly?

By letting a vehicle pass on the left, a motorist should be able to see its front bumper in the outside rearview mirror. Signup and view all the answers

At what speed do airbags inflate?

200 mph. Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimal amount of tread that should be on your tires?

Less than 1/16 inch. Signup and view all the answers

Your chances of surviving a collision are increased by what percentage if you wear both the lap belt and shoulder strap?

<ol start="60"> <li></li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Backup lights may only be on when your car is traveling in what direction?

When driving in reverse. Signup and view all the answers

A car equipped with an ABS braking system can go out of control at what speed if you slam down on the brakes and jerk the steering wheel?

35 mph. Signup and view all the answers

Match hand signals with their meanings:

Hand and arm downward, palm facing rear = Stop or slowing down Hand and arm upward forming a right angle = Right turn Hand and arm pointing straight out = Left turn Signup and view all the answers

Where should you place your hands on the steering wheel?

The outside rim at the 9 and 3 o'clock positions. Signup and view all the answers

What do 'SRS' and 'SIR' mean and where will you find these in your vehicle?

Supplemental restraint order and supplemental inflatable restraint, found on the steering wheel and dashboard panel. Signup and view all the answers

What safety precautions should you take prior to starting your car?

<ol> <li>Ensure all windows are clean, 2. Adjust the seat, 3. Adjust mirrors, 4. Fasten seat belts, 5. Ensure the vehicle is parked or in neutral, and lock doors.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is a controlled intersection?

If there are traffic signals or signs in any direction or controlled by a police officer. Signup and view all the answers

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

Back up slowly while turning until the vehicle's left front wheel passes the rear bumper of the vehicle parked on the left. Signup and view all the answers

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

25 mph for residential, 35 mph for business. Signup and view all the answers

How many feet away should you stop from a school bus?

25 feet away. Signup and view all the answers

What is an uncontrolled intersection?

An intersection without traffic signals or regulatory devices. Signup and view all the answers

How far from a stop sign must you park?

50 feet. Signup and view all the answers

How far must you park from a fire hydrant?

10 feet. Signup and view all the answers

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

No passing allowed. Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to approach and take a curve?

To slow down before entering and avoid drifting into another lane. Signup and view all the answers

Bright (high) beams are used when?

Open country driving. Signup and view all the answers

Dim (driving) beams are used when?

City driving. Signup and view all the answers

New Jersey law states that when your windshield wipers are on, what else must be on?

Headlights. Signup and view all the answers

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

Towards the curb. Signup and view all the answers

How far must you park from a crosswalk?

25 feet. Signup and view all the answers

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

500 feet. Signup and view all the answers

When parking uphill with no curb, your tires should be turned which way?

Away from the curb. Signup and view all the answers

What is NJ law for the use of headlights?

Between one-half hour after sunset until one-half hour before sunrise, when visibility is less than 500 feet, when using windshield wipers or when encountering fog, mist, smoke or other factors that reduce visibility. Signup and view all the answers

List 5 reasons when a motorist must stop.

<ol> <li>At a flashing or steady red light, 2. When a police officer tells you to, 3. At a stop sign, 4. At an uncontrolled intersection, 5. When an emergency vehicle is approaching with lights and sirens on.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

List 3 reasons when a motorist should slow down.

<ol> <li>When going over a hill, 2. Approaching a curve, 3. On a narrow or winding road.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What must you do when exiting a highway?

Start slowing down when entering a deceleration lane, obey posted speed limit, and do not back up on an exit ramp or deceleration lane. Signup and view all the answers

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

Yield to oncoming traffic, turn into the left lane, and then move to the right lane when it is safe. Signup and view all the answers

Range of high beams is how many feet?

500 feet. Signup and view all the answers

Range of low beams is how many feet?

350 feet. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when there is a dotted line and a solid line down the center of the road?

Passing is permitted only on the side with the dotted line. Signup and view all the answers

When at a 4-way stop, always yield to the driver on the?

Right. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the fines if you are caught doing 10 mph or more in a 65 mph zone?

Motorists pay double fines for exceeding the 65 mph limit by 10 miles per hour or more. Signup and view all the answers

What should a motorist do if they are having difficulty keeping up with the flow of traffic?

He/she should pull off the road and activate hazard lights. Signup and view all the answers

List 4 places where you cannot park.

<ol> <li>On a hill or a curve, 2. At a street crossing or intersection, 3. At a railroad crossing, 4. On narrow bridges or in underpasses or tunnels.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pedestrian law?

Stop for pedestrians in crosswalks; failure to stop carries a fine up to $500, up to 25 days in jail, community service, a driving privilege suspension of up to 6 months, and 2 points. Signup and view all the answers

NJ law permits a right turn on red after?

A motorist comes to a full stop and checks for traffic. Signup and view all the answers

What is the rule for stopping for a frozen dessert truck?

Stop, then drive past the truck at a slow speed of no more than 15 mph. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Driving in Reverse

Turn head and body to the right to see through the back window without mirrors.
Right hand over the front passenger seat; left hand on top of the steering wheel.

GDL Seatbelt Enforcement

GDL drivers must ensure all passengers wear seatbelts.

Factors Affecting Stopping Distance

Motorist reaction time
Weather and visibility
Vehicle weight
Brake condition
Tire type and condition
Roadway conditions
Speed

Police Authority

Officers can pull you over for seatbelt violations.

Seat Belt Benefits

Prevents being thrown from the vehicle during a collision.
Slows occupants down with the vehicle, reducing injury risk.
Reduces sliding on the seat during sudden stops or turns.

Common New Driver Mistake

Slamming the brake pedal unnecessarily.

Turning Signal Distance

Signal at least 100 feet before a turn.

Highway Driving Position

Keep to the center of your lane.

Outside Mirror Adjustment

Adjust mirrors to minimize blind spots.

Idling Law Fines

Fines range from $250 to $1,000.

Child Car Seat Requirement

Children under two should be rear-facing in a back seat, using a five-point harness.

Car Seat Placement

Infant seats should not be placed in the front when driving in reverse.

Vehicle Blind Spots

Located in the left side mirror and right side mirror.

Mirror Adjustment Check

You should see a vehicle’s front bumper in the outside mirror as it disappears from the rearview mirror.

Airbag Inflation Speed

Airbags inflate at around 200 mph.

Tire Tread Minimum

Tread should be more than 1/16 inch for safety.

Survival Rate with Seatbelts

Wearing both lap and shoulder belts increases survival chances by 60%.

Backup Lights Usage

Activated only when vehicle is moving in reverse.

ABS System Warning

A vehicle with ABS can lose control at 35 mph if brakes are slammed and steering is jerked.

Hand Signals for Turns

Downward hand signals indicate stopping or slowing down.
Upwards hand signals form a right angle for right turns.
Straight outward signals indicate left turns.

Steering Wheel Hand Position

Place hands at the 9 and 3 o'clock positions on the wheel.

SRS and SIR Definitions

SRS: Supplemental Restraint System
SIR: Supplemental Inflatable Restraint
Located on the steering wheel and dashboard.

Pre-Driving Safety Checks

Ensure windows are clean and unobstructed.
Adjust the seat to reach all pedals comfortably.
Adjust mirrors correctly.
Fasten seat belts and harnesses securely.
Vehicle should be in park or neutral with the parking brake engaged.
Lock the doors.

Controlled Intersection Definition

An intersection regulated by traffic signals, signs, or police officers.

Backing Out of Parking Spots

Start turning wheels when the front wheel passes the bumper of the parked vehicle to the left.

Speed Limits

Residential area: 25 mph
Business area: 35 mph
Combined: 25 mph

School Bus Stopping Requirement

Stop 25 feet away from a school bus.

Uncontrolled Intersection Definition

No traffic signals or regulatory devices present.

Parking Distances

Stop 50 feet from a stop sign.
Stop 10 feet from a fire hydrant.
Park 25 feet from a crosswalk.

Road Markings

Solid double yellow line prohibits passing.

Navigating Curves

Slow down before entering a curve and stay in your lane.

Headlight Use

Bright beams are for open country driving.
Dim beams are for city driving.
New Jersey requires headlights on with windshield wipers.

Parking on a Hill

Turn tires toward the curb when parked downhill.
Turn tires away from the curb when parked uphill without a curb.

Fines for Speeding

Double fines for exceeding the speed limit by 10 mph or more in a 65 mph zone.

Keeping Up with Traffic

Pull off the road and use hazard lights if falling behind.

No Parking Zones

No parking on hills/curves or where visibility is blocked.
No parking at street crossings, railroad crossings, narrow bridges, or underpasses.

Pedestrian Law

Stop for pedestrians in crosswalks; failing to do so can lead to fines up to $500, potential jail time, and points on your license.

Right Turn on Red

Allowed after a complete stop, yielding to pedestrians and oncoming traffic.

Frozen Dessert Truck Laws

Stop, then proceed at a slow speed of no more than 15 mph past the truck.

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