NJ Permit Test Questions

Flashcards for NJ Permit Test Preparation

• A flashing red traffic signal requires drivers to stop before entering the intersection.
• In New Jersey, individuals under 21 years are considered under the influence with a BAC as low as 0.01.
• Holders of a special learner's permit can practice driving between 5:01 am and 11 pm.
• To register a motor vehicle in New Jersey, a person must be at least 17 years old.
• Vehicles must be stopped at all intersections with a stop sign, red light, or when ordered by a traffic officer.
• Headlights must be turned on when wipers are activated, half an hour after sunset, and half an hour before sunrise.
• Drivers must yield to emergency vehicles displaying flashing red or blue lights or sirens.
• Driving on public or private property to avoid traffic signals is only allowed when directed by a police officer.
• It's important to slow down on narrow roads, at intersections, and when roads are wet or slippery.
• Stopping distance for vehicles does not depend on the time of day.
• You need not stop for an ice cream truck on a dual highway if separated by a safety island or median.
• Stay alert, keep your eyes moving, and be ready to react to hazards on major highways.
• Drivers should increase the "two-second" rule in bad weather conditions for safety.
• MVC can terminate a road test due to an unsafe vehicle, obstructive equipment, or missing seat belts.
• The Implied Consent Law requires drivers suspected of DUI to submit to a breath test.
• In a collision scenario, choosing to hit movable objects or sideswipe is advisable to minimize injury.
• If windshield wipers suddenly stop, drivers should slow down, roll down the window for visibility, and pull off the road.
• Signs of drunk drivers include weaving, slow speeds, and sudden stops.
• A 5-ounce glass of wine has the same alcohol content as a 12-ounce can of beer.
• To obtain a New Jersey driver's license, proof of age, address, and legal presence in the US is required.
• When behind a school bus displaying a flashing red light, stop at least 25 feet away.
• New residents in New Jersey have 60 days to transfer their driver's license.
• Illegal possession of a driver's license may lead to fines of $200 to $500 and/or imprisonment.
• If a student fails the driving test, they must wait at least two weeks to retake it.
• Using seat belts can significantly increase survival chances in a crash.
• The speed limit in school zones is typically 25 mph unless otherwise posted.
• To obtain a Basic Driver License, applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Drivers must carry their license or permit, registration, and insurance card while driving.
• Signals must be made at least 100 feet before turning.
• A solid white line at an intersection indicates a stop is required.
• Right turns at red lights are allowed unless there is a sign prohibiting it.
• At a yellow light, drivers should stop safely rather than speed up.
• Octagon-shaped signs indicate a stop, while square signs with a red circle indicate "do not enter."
• New drivers often make stopping mistakes by slamming on the brakes.
• The recommended hand positioning on the steering wheel is at 9 and 3.
• Hand-over-hand steering is recommended for sharper turns.
• Pentagon-shaped signs indicate school zones.
• To practice driving, student drivers need to pass both a law knowledge test and a vision test.
• If a passenger over 18 does not wear a seatbelt, they alone are responsible.
• When parking downhill with a curb, wheels should be turned toward the curb.
• To steer while backing up, turn the wheel in the direction you want the rear of the car to go.
• Hydroplaning occurs when tire treads lose contact with a wet road.
• Hydroplaning is most likely during heavy rainstorms.
• Studded snow tires can be used legally from November 15 to April 1.
• A habitual offender is defined as someone with three license suspensions in three years.
• The only way to sober up after drinking is time; other methods are ineffective.
• Studies show that beer is the most consumed alcoholic beverage among DUI arrestees.
• The Implied Consent Law ensures that drivers agree to breath tests when suspected of DUI.
• All types of drugs, including prescription medications, can impair driving ability.
• A driver on a special learner's permit must be accompanied by someone over 21 with at least three years of experience.
• Attendance in the DMV Driver Improvement Program may be necessary due to point accumulation.
• Holders of a special learner's permit must not drive between 11:01 pm and 5:00 am and must avoid handheld device usage.
• A proposed license suspension can be met with multiple options, including requesting a hearing or attending a driver improvement program.
• New Jersey reduces up to three points from a driving record for a year of no violations.
• Graduated Driver License fines are set at $100.
• A Special Learner's Permit can be obtained at 16 years old with required tests.
• The maximum number of passengers for a Special Learner's Permit holder is immediate family plus one additional person.
• Blind spots refer to areas not visible through mirrors.
• Children under 8 and under 80 lbs must use an approved safety seat in the rear of the vehicle.
• A person can get an examination permit at 17.
• Seatbelts enhance survival chances in a crash by approximately 60%.
• Not wearing seatbelts is a primary offense.
• Minimum age for a Probationary Driver License is 17.
• After multiple road test failures, applicants may have to wait six months to retake the test.
• Tailgating refers to driving too closely behind another vehicle.
• When being tailgated, it's advisable to slow down and let the following vehicle pass.
• Long-term driving can lead to a trance-like state, affecting driver alertness.### Driving Concepts
• Tired Driving: A state of fatigue that reduces alertness, leading to increased risk of accidents.
• Road Rage: Aggressive behavior exhibited by drivers, typically resulting from frustration or anger at other road users.
• Habitual Offender: A driver who repeatedly violates traffic laws, subject to increased penalties.
• Highway Hypnosis: A trance-like state that can occur after prolonged driving, leading to decreased attention.

Breathalyzer Test Refusal

• Refusing a breathalyzer test results in an automatic DUI conviction.
• Penalties include a license suspension for 7 months to 1 year, along with court costs and fines.
• An insurance surcharge of $1,000 is applied for three years following a refusal.

Traffic Offense Responsibility

• Both the student driver and their instructor are responsible when a student driver commits a traffic offense.

Driving License Requirements

• A minimum of six months of supervised driving is required with a Special Learner's Permit before applying for a Probationary Driver's License.
• Probationary Driver License holders must drive for at least one year before applying for a Basic Driver License.

Supervised Driving for Permit Holders

• Permit holders over 21 must complete three months of supervised driving prior to taking the road test.

Lost or Stolen License

• If a driver's license is lost or stolen, the first step is to notify the police.

Parking Regulations

• When parking uphill with a curb on the right, wheels should be turned away from the curb.

Traffic Light Signals

• A flashing red light requires stopping and proceeding when safe.

Road Line Meanings

• Yellow center lines indicate two-way traffic.
• Dashed center lines signal allowed passing, while solid lines prevent passing.
• White center lines indicate one-way traffic.
• Edge lines separate the shoulder from the travel lane.

Intersections and Yield Signs

• Upon encountering an unlit signal, drivers should stop and proceed only when safe.
• A yield sign means to give way to other traffic.

Road Marking Interpretations

• Two yellow lines with one dashed and one solid indicate two-way traffic with passing allowed on the dashed side.

Sight Requirements for Permits

• Vision must be at least 20/50 in one eye or both to obtain a Special Learner's Permit.

Responsibility During Practice Driving

• For motor vehicle infractions committed while practice driving, both the student driver and the supervising adult are ticketed.

Decal Requirements

• Both Special Learner's Permit and Probationary Driver's License drivers must display a reflective red decal on their front and back license plates.

Road Test Requirements

• To take the road test, applicants must present a vehicle with valid registration, valid inspection sticker, and a valid insurance card.

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