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What is the New Jersey speed limit in a business or residential area, unless otherwise posted?
25 MPH
What is the fine for violation of any of the conditions of the GDL Permits or Provisional License?
$100.00
When two roads intersect and there are no signs or signals, what should you be ready to do?
stop if necessary
When can studded snow tires be legally used in New Jersey?
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What does a hand signal with a driver's hand and arm upward indicate?
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What does driving under the influence of intoxicating beverages mean?
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Who is required by the GDL law to wear a seatbelt in the vehicle?
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If a vehicle is passing you, what should you do?
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How long is the minimum required supervision for a validated GDL Examination Permit holder (21 years of age or older)?
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What is the best way to take a curve?
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Why can't you take your road test in a vehicle with any obstructions or consoles between the driver and the examiner?
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What is the best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol-related accident?
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High beam lights are primarily used for what type of driving?
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You cannot park within how many feet of a crosswalk at an intersection?
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What should you do if you are feeling angry or excited while driving?
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Before turning, how many feet in advance must you signal?
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You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?
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If not prohibited by a 'no turn on red' sign, what must you do to turn right on red?
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What does a hand signal with a driver's hand and arm downward indicate?
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In adverse weather conditions, how much longer does a truck take to stop?
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If you go into a skid, what should you do?
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When should you dim your lights to low beam?
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How many passengers may accompany the holder of a validated GDL Special Learners Permit in the vehicle?
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If you approach an intersection and a large truck is stopped for the traffic light, what should you do?
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The holder of a validated GDL Student Learner's Permit must meet which of the following requirements to obtain a Provisional License?
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When making a left turn from a two-way road, where should you position your vehicle?
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What should you do when approaching or nearing an uncontrolled intersection?
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To regain control while in a skid, what should you do?
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The holder of a Provisional Driver License, under 21 years of age, is permitted to have how many non-household members in the car?
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What do you need to know to safely share the road with large trucks and buses?
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On a two-lane road, not near a school, when a school bus is stopped and its red lights are flashing, what should you do?
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What is the order of colors on a traffic light hung top to bottom?
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What is shown to be the greatest number of people arrested for drunk driving have been drinking?
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When are road surfaces the most slippery?
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When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, what must you do?
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When must the holder of a validated GDL Special Learner's permit not drive?
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What must you do when you see police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, and volunteer fire and rescue squad members responding to emergencies?
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You may not park within how many feet of a stop sign?
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What should you do with your license plates if you sell your car and do not buy another?
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What does a hand signal with a driver's hand and arm downward indicate?
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What should you do when nearing a steady yellow or amber traffic signal?
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If you have a blood alcohol concentration of .15%, how much greater are your chances of having an accident?
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You may pass on the right on a two-lane roadway when?
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What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
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To regain control while in a skid, what should you do?
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When you move into New Jersey, when must you have your vehicle inspected?
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What does the Implied Consent Law mean?
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What does an eight-sided sign indicate?
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If two cars begin to enter an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, what must the driver to the left do?
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If a passenger in the front seat of a car, who is 17 years of age, is caught not wearing a seatbelt, who is held responsible?
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If you lose your license for drunk driving or any other violation, what can you not do?
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The first signs of alcohol impairment are usually?
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High beam lights are used for which type of driving?
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What shape sign is a yield sign?
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What does a hand signal with a driver's hand and arm straight out indicate?
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What should you try to do if your brakes suddenly give out?
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What does New Jersey law state about being under the influence with a blood alcohol content of more than .05% but less than .10%?
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What is the penalty for driving after your license has been suspended due to an alcohol or drug conviction?
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What should you do if hydroplaning occurs?
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When a school bus has stopped at a school to pick up or let off children, what is the maximum speed you may pass from either direction?
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What does the two-second rule refer to?
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Using both safety belts and shoulder belts is important because they?
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What is the speed limit in a residential or business district unless otherwise posted?
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When driving a motor vehicle, what documents are you required to have together with your driver's license?
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How much liquor does one and one half ounces of 86 proof contain compared to beer?
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After driving through a deep puddle of water, what should you do?
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What can sober up a person who has been drinking?
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What is the penalty if you refuse to take a breath test and it's your first offense?
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When the pavement is marked with two centerlines, one solid and one broken, what does this indicate?
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In order to drive in New Jersey, what must your car be insured for?
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What is a common mistake new drivers make when using the brakes?
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What must you do before turning right on red?
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What should you do if you miss your exit on an expressway?
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If a collision is impossible to avoid, how can you lessen the impact?
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If a student driver commits a traffic offense, who will be held responsible?
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What is the speed limit in a school zone unless otherwise posted?
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What is the best way to take a curve?
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A person may drive on public or private property to avoid a traffic sign or signal under what condition?
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Before turning, how many feet in advance must you signal?
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The best way to 'talk' to other drivers on the road is to?
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When driving a motor vehicle, you are required to have your driver's license and your?
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What should you do with your license plates if you sell your car and do not buy another?
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What does the two-second rule refer to?
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What is a common mistake new drivers make when using the brakes?
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Study Notes
Speed Limits and Rules
- The speed limit in New Jersey for business or residential areas is 25 MPH unless posted differently.
- In a school zone, the speed limit is also 25 MPH unless otherwise indicated.
GDL Regulations
- Violating GDL Permit or Provisional License conditions incurs a fine of $100.
- The holder of a validated GDL Examination Permit (age 21 or older) must drive with supervision for a minimum of 3 months.
- A validated GDL Special Learner's Permit holder cannot drive between 11:01 PM and 5:00 AM.
Traffic Signals and Hand Signals
- A hand signal with arm and hand upward indicates a right turn.
- A downward arm hand signal signifies slow down or stop.
- The order of colors on a vertical traffic light is red, yellow, green.
Driving Practices
- Be ready to stop at an intersection without signs or signals.
- Slow down before entering a curve for safer navigation.
- When another vehicle is passing, reducing speed facilitates a smoother maneuver.
- For a skid, turn in the direction the rear of the car is skidding.
Licensing and Vehicle Requirements
- Retain driver's license, vehicle registration, and insurance card while driving.
- Vehicles must be inspected annually in New Jersey and within 14 days of moving into the state.
- All vehicles registered in New Jersey must have liability insurance.
Alcohol and Impairment
- Driving under the influence impairs judgment and senses due to alcohol consumption.
- A BAC of .15% increases accident chances by 25 times.
- The first signs of alcohol impairment include talkativeness and increased self-confidence.
Safety Regulations
- All vehicle occupants must wear seat belts.
- If a vehicle stops at a red light, approach it at a safe distance to avoid blind spots.
- Hydroplaning occurs when tires lose traction on wet roads; to recover, slow down.
Parking Regulations
- Do not park within 25 feet of a crosswalk and within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.
- Parking within 50 feet of a stop sign is prohibited.
Emergency Situations
- If brakes fail, shift to a lower gear and pump the brakes.
- When involved in an unavoidable collision, steer towards objects that can absorb impact.
Miscellaneous
- The two-second rule refers to maintaining a safe following distance.
- Refusing a breath test for the first time incurs a fine between $250-$500 and a 6-month license suspension.
- The only effective way to sober up after drinking is time.
Responsibilities
- In case of a traffic offense by a student driver, both the student and the instructor are responsible.
- If you sell your vehicle and do not acquire another, return license plates to the Motor Vehicle facility for a receipt.
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