NJ State Driver's Exam Study Guide

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How often must a car be inspected?

Every two years (correct)

Every year

Every three years

Every five years

What may result from illegally getting a driver's license?

Community service

Loss of vehicle registration

Fine of $200-$500 and/or 30-90 day jail term (correct)

Increased insurance rates

What may result from altering or showing an altered license?

A warning

A fine

Suspension

All of the above (correct)

What kind of insurance must you have?

Liability Signup and view all the answers

When must headlights be used?

30 minutes before sunrise and sunset Signup and view all the answers

If you are under 21 with a BAC of 0.01% while driving, you are subject to...

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

You may not park within _____ of a fire hydrant.

10 ft Signup and view all the answers

3 points can be subtracted from a license if you have no moving violations for _____ year.

a year Signup and view all the answers

To back your car in a straight line, you should...

turn as far to the right as necessary to see out the back and back up slowly. Signup and view all the answers

To make a right turn, you should...

get in the right lane. Signup and view all the answers

When driving at night, make sure you can stop...

in the distance you can see ahead of you. Signup and view all the answers

If you go into a skid, you should...

remove foot from gas pedal. Signup and view all the answers

If a tire blows out, you should...

gradually slow down. Signup and view all the answers

If a passenger over 18 is found without a seat belt, who is held responsible?

the passenger. Signup and view all the answers

If a vehicle is passing you, you should...

slow down to let them pass. Signup and view all the answers

A person may drive on private or public property to avoid a traffic sign or signal if...

instructed to do so by a cop. Signup and view all the answers

In city driving you should...

drive slower, watch for pedestrians, uphold the 12-second rule. Signup and view all the answers

When driving around a curve, the vehicle tends to...

go straight. Signup and view all the answers

When you begin to hydroplane you should...

slow down. Signup and view all the answers

To keep a proper distance between you and drivers in front of you, stay at least...

2 seconds away. Signup and view all the answers

After driving through a deep puddle, you should immediately check your...

brakes. Signup and view all the answers

A diamond-shaped sign is a...

warning or caution sign. Signup and view all the answers

A triangular sign is a...

yield sign. Signup and view all the answers

If not prohibited by a no turn on red sign, you may turn on red after...

making a full stop and checking for pedestrians and/or other drivers. Signup and view all the answers

Drugs affecting driving skills include...

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

If you sell your car and do not buy another, what should you do with the plates?

Turn them into the MV and get a receipt. Signup and view all the answers

If you move to NJ, your car must be inspected within...

14 days of registration. Signup and view all the answers

You may not park within this distance of a stop sign...

50 ft Signup and view all the answers

When you know an emergency vehicle approaches you should...

pull over as far right as you can until it passes. Signup and view all the answers

The speed in a school zone unless otherwise posted is...

25 mph. Signup and view all the answers

When a school bus has parked at a school, you may pass at or under what speed?

10 MPH Signup and view all the answers

When the road is marked with one broken and one solid line you may...

pass on the side with the broken line. Signup and view all the answers

The procedure for turning from a two-way road into a four-lane highway is...

get as close to the center lane as possible, turn before the center of the intersection, turn into the left lane going your direction. Signup and view all the answers

If you miss an exit...

go to the next exit, never back up. Signup and view all the answers

To regain control in a skid, you should turn the wheel...

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

If your brakes give out suddenly, you should...

shift to a lower gear, pump the emergency brake. Signup and view all the answers

If a passenger 17 or younger is caught without a seatbelt on, who is held responsible?

the driver. Signup and view all the answers

To communicate on highways...

use horns, turn signals, and brake lights. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vehicle Inspection and Licensing

A car must be inspected every two years in NJ.
Illegally obtaining a driver's license incurs fines from $200 to $500 or a jail term of 30-90 days.
Altering or displaying an altered license can lead to fines, imprisonment, or suspension.

Insurance and Headlight Regulations

Liability insurance is mandatory for all drivers.
Headlights are required 30 minutes before sunrise, sunset, and during visibility restrictions below 500 feet.

Alcohol and Driving Consequences

Drivers under 21 with a BAC of 0.01% face a license suspension of 30-90 days, community service, and alcohol education programs.

Parking Regulations

Parking is prohibited within 10 feet of a fire hydrant and 50 feet of a stop sign.

Points System

Three points can be removed from a driver's license for maintaining a clean driving record for one year.

Safe Driving Practices

To reverse in a straight line, turn right to see clearly and back up slowly.
When making a right turn, position in the right lane beforehand.

Night Driving and Skid Control

Ensure stopping ability matches visibility when driving at night.
If skidding, remove your foot from the gas pedal to regain control.

Tire Blowouts

Gradually slow down if a tire blows out; do not make sudden movements.

Seatbelt Responsibility

Passengers over 18 are responsible for their own seatbelt use; drivers are responsible for passengers under 18.

Lane and Signage Guidelines

Slow down to allow a passing vehicle to overtake safely.
You can drive on private or public property to avoid traffic signs only if instructed by a police officer.

Driving in Urban Environments

Drive slower in city conditions, be vigilant for pedestrians, and follow the 12-second rule for safe following distances.

Hydroplaning and Distance Maintenance

Hydroplaning occurs when tires lose grip on wet surfaces; slow down to regain control.
Maintain at least a 2-second following distance from the vehicle ahead.

Post-Driving Maintenance

After driving through deep puddles, check brakes immediately for effectiveness.

Road Sign Identification

Diamond-shaped signs denote warnings or cautions; triangular signs indicate yield.

Traffic Regulations

Turning on red is permitted unless a "no turn on red" sign is posted, provided there's a complete stop and checks for pedestrians/drivers.
Prescription drugs, cold pills, and tranquilizers can impair driving skills.

Vehicle Registration and Plates

If selling a vehicle without purchasing another, return the plates to the MVC for a receipt.
Newly registered vehicles must be inspected within 14 days of registration in NJ.

Emergency Vehicles and Speed Limits

When an emergency vehicle approaches, pull over to the right until it passes.
School zone speed limits are typically set at 25 mph, while passing a school bus at a school requires a speed of 10 mph or less.

Lane Markings and Turning Procedures

You may pass when a road has one solid line and one broken line, only on the side with the broken line.
When turning from a two-way road to a four-lane highway, get close to the center lane and turn into the left lane of your direction.

Handling Missed Exits and Skid Recovery

If an exit is missed, continue to the next exit; do not reverse.
To control a skid, steer in the direction of the rear of the vehicle.

Emergency Brake Usage

If brakes fail suddenly, shift into a lower gear and pump the emergency brake to slow down safely.

Passenger Restraint Responsibilities

The driver is responsible if a passenger aged 17 or younger is caught not wearing a seatbelt.

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Prepare for the NJ State Driver's Exam with this comprehensive study guide. These flashcards cover essential topics like license regulations, inspection requirements, and insurance obligations. Test your knowledge and ensure you're ready for the exam!