SAMPLE Written TEST and Answers
1. When must you signal before making a turn? At least 100 feet before the intersection2. How close may you park to a stop sign? 50 feet
3. How close may you park to a corner? 25 feet
4. How close may you park to a fire hydrant? 10 feet
5. What is the stopping distance on a dry road at 50 m.p.h.? 243 feet
6. What is the proper distance you may park from the curb? 6 inches or less
7. What are the penalties for driving without insurance? Suspension of driver’s license and registration and fines
8. Serious accidents causing death, injury or $200 damage must be reported within 5 days to? A Division of motor Vehicles office
9. Points are only issued for? Moving Violations
10. When will you be given a proposed License Suspension Notice? After receiving 12 points
11. What is the penalty for driving with a suspended license-first offense? Fine of $500 and up to 6 months additional license suspension
12. What is the penalty for not telling the truth when applying for a license? No less than a $200 fine and up to 6 months imprisonment
13. Up to 3 points may be subtracted from your record if you receive no moving violations for how long? One year
14. What is the penalty for refusing the breath test? 6 months suspension (first offense
15. Who is responsible if a student commits a traffic offense? Both the student and the accompanying instructor or licensed driver
16. What should you do if approaching a steady yellow or amber signal? Slow down, and stop before entering the intersection only if possible
17. What is a good practice while driving? Keep from looking at one thing for more than a few seconds
18. What is the proper lane to turn into when making a left turn? The lane nearest the center in the direction you are heading
19. When driving at night you should be able to stop? Within the distance you can see ahead
20. Where should you position your car to make a left turn from a two way street? The lane nearest the center of the road
21. What is a good practice when nearing an intersection? Slow down and be prepared to stop
22. What is the purpose of traffic laws? To protect you and other drivers
23. If there’s a "No Turn On Red" sign, when can you make a turn on red? Never
24. If you feel or hear unusual thumping noise while driving it may be? The tires
25. What is the best advice if your car is stranded in a heavy snowstorm? Stay with your car
26. What is a good practice when driving in the city? Check intersections ahead for signals
27. What must you do if you want to turn left at a traffic light? Yield to oncoming traffic
28. If the front of your car vibrates, the problem may be with your: Steering
29. What do two parallel white lines across the road mean? Pedestrian cross walk
30. Which lights should you be using when driving in fog? Low beams, or fog lights
31. What papers must you have when operating a motor vehicle? License, registration, and insurance card
32. When should you use your horn? When coming out of a dark alley
33. What should be done if two cars enter an uncontrolled intersection simultaneously? The driver to the left must yield to the driver on the right
34. Yellow center lines would usually be found where? On a two-way road (no passing)
35. Why should you use seat belts and shoulder belts? They increase your chance of surviving an accident
36. When may you pass on the right? If the car in front is turning left and there is a lane for driving on the right
37. What does a flashing red light mean? Stop, proceed with caution
38. What does a green light mean? Proceed when safe
39. What does a single solid white line across an intersection mean? You should stop behind the line for a traffic sign or signal
40. What does a yellow diamond shaped sign mean? Warning or caution
41. When should you use your parking lights? Only when parking
42. Which way should you turn if you are going into a skid? In the direction the back of your car is skidding
43. How far should you stay behind the car that you are following? At least two seconds
44. What direction should you check first when approaching an intersection? The left
45. If two cars reach a four way stop at the same time, what is proper procedure? The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right
46. What should you do if you go into a skid? Take your foot off the gas
47 What is the most common mistake a new driver makes with the brakes? Pushing the brake too hard
48. What is the best way to talk to other drivers? Through the use of your horn and lights
49. What does a red eight-sided sign mean? Stop
50. What does a red and white triangular sign mean? Yield
51. If you drive through a deep puddle, what should you do? Test your brakes
52. When is the road surface most slippery? During the first few minutes of rain
53. When should you use your high beams? Open country driving situations
54. If the lights of oncoming cars are in your eyes, what should you do? Look to the lower right side of your traffic lane
55. A driver’s left hand extended upward means what? He’s making a right turn
56. A driver’s left hand extended straight out means what? He’s making a left turn
57. A driver’s left hand extended downward means what? He’s making a stop or slowing down
58. The safest way to exit an expressway is to? Slow your car to the posted speed limit
59. What should you do if your brakes fail? Shift to a lower gear and pump your brakes
60. What should you do if your electric signal fails to operate? Use hand signal(s)
61. What should you do if you have a blowout? Slow down gradually
62. One method of using the 2 second rule is by using a: Fixed object on the side of the road
63. What should you do if you miss an exit on an expressway? Got to the next exit. Don’t back up
64. When you are driving on a curve, your vehicle will go in what direction? Straight
65. What is good practice at an intersection that has no signs or signal? Be ready to stop if necessary (cover the brake)
66. It is good practice to keep a space cushion in order to? Give you time to react
67. One of the best defenses against drunk drivers is: Proper wearing of seat belt
68. When a school bus has stopped at a school to pick up or let off children, you may pass in either direction at a speed of no more than: 10 miles per hour
69. How should you turn your wheels when parking downhill next to a curb? To the right towards the curb
70. Special permits may be issued for a 16 year old when:
The 16 year old is enrolled in a Behind the Wheel Driver Education Course or enrolled in a Commercial Driving Education course and when the permit is purchased by a state approved Driving Instructor.
71. In city driving, a good habit is to: Look ahead 12 seconds
72. When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights: Stop no closer than 15 feet of the nearest rail
73. You are required by new Jersey law to keep to the right except: When on a one-way street, when passing, or if it is impractical to travel on that side of the roadway
74. Studies show that the greatest number of people arrested for drunk driving had been drinking what kind of alcoholic beverage? Beer
75. The speed limits on different roads are: The speed limit in a school zone is 15 mph
The speed limit in a business area is 25 mph The speed limit on a highway is 55 or 65 mph
76. You should always yield to: Other vehicles already in the intersection, pedestrians and emergency vehicles
77. If you want to return to the road from a dirt shoulder: Slow down, then turn your wheels to climb the pavement edge
78. An agricultural license allows the operation of a farm registered vehicle: For agricultural use only
79. To make a right turn you should: Get in the right lane
80. A 12 oz. Can of beer has as much alcohol in it as: 1 ½ oz. Of 86 proof whiskey or one 5 oz. Glass of wine
81. Whether your blood alcohol content raises above legal limits depends on: How fast you drank, your weight, how much you drank
82. The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol related accident is: Don’t drink and drive
83. If you are arrested for drunk driving in New Jersey, your chances of being convicted are: 96%
84. Drugs that may affect basic driving skills are: Cold medicines, tranquilizers, and some prescription drugs
85. Driving while under the influence of intoxicated beverages means: The driver shows obvious signs of being drunk
86. When blood/alcohol content reaches 0.15%, your chances of getting into a serious/fatal accident will increase: 25 times
87. What is "Habitual Offender"? Any person whose license has been suspended 3 times within 3 years
88. The first conviction penalty for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is: $250-$400 fine and possible imprisonment for 30 days and loss of license for 6 months - 1 year
89. In NJ, you must always keep to which side of the road (except when passing)? Right
90. With a blood alcohol concentration of .05 - .08%: You may or may not be under the influence
91. With a blood alcohol concentration of .08% or more: You are definitely under the influence (regardless of age)
92. New Jersey licensed drivers have an eyesight recheck every: 10 years
93. What is a good rule of thumb in adjusting to traffic? Try to adjust your speed to the flow of traffic
94. What is a good rule of thumb for following distances on dry roads? One car length for every 10 mph speed or 2-3 second space between cars
95. What does the word " tailgating" mean? Driving too close to the vehicle in front. This does not allow enough time to react if the vehicle ahead stops suddenly or slows
96. What does hydroplaning mean? Losing the tire grip on wet roads and riding on a film of water
97. What is an uncontrolled intersection? An intersection where there’s no traffic signals or signs
98. When should you dim your headlights? In city driving and when following or meeting another vehicle within 500 feet
99. What is an acceleration lane? An extra lane provided at the entrance to an expressway to provide a vehicle distance in which to build up speed
100. You must stop at least _ feet from a school bus with its red lights on? 25
101. What is the name of the distance that the car travels while the brakes are being applied? Braking distance
102. Dates for studded tires on New Jersey roadways are? November 15th to April 1st
103. Information signs are what color? Blue or green
104. What should you do if a traffic light is not working? Slow down, yield to traffic, and proceed when safe
105. Depth perception means the same as: Distance judgment
106. Persons under the age of 21 are considered under the influence (DUI) when their blood alcohol content is: .01, .05 or .08%. Any amount of alcohol is over the limit
107. You can practice driving with a valid special learners permit (for a 16 year old): Between 5:01 am and 11 P.M.
108. You must be at least _ years old to register a motor vehicle? 17
109. As you drive, you are required to stop your vehicle: At an intersection with a stop sign, at a red light and when an officer orders you to do so
110. NJ issues a _ year basic license? 4
111. It is important to slow down: On narrow roads, at intersections or railroad crossings,and when the road is wet or slippery
112. Vehicle stopping distances never depend on: Time of day
113. The best way to take a curve is to: Slow down before entering the curve
114. If a student fails the driving test (road test) for the fist time, how long must he/she wait before taking it again? At least 14 days
115. You may drive on public or private property to avoid a traffic sign or signal only if: Directed to do so by a police officer
116. When it is legal to make a right turn on red, you must: Make a full stop and check traffic
117. What is a good form of I.D. to bring to the Permit test? Original Birth Certificate (county issued, with the raised seal)
118. You can get alcohol out of your blood by: Time. The more you wait, the less the influence.
119. The position of the hands on the steering wheel are: At 9 and 3 o'clock
120. The definition of a blind spot is: Area which cannot be seen in the outside mirror(s)
121. The inspection sticker on a new vehicle is good for: 24 months
122. At what age can a high school student with a valid learner's permit take commercial driving lessons? 16 years
123. What is the penalty for not having your insurance card with you? Fine up to $100
124. A single, solid white line across a road at an intersection means: Stop within 5 feet of the line for a sign or traffic light
125. If you have an out of state license, and move to NJ, you must apply for a NJ license within: 60 days, or before your current license expires, whichever comes first
126. Some signs of alcohol impairment are usually: Swerving, going too fast or slow
127. What is the penalty for driving a vehicle with an expired inspection sticker? Fine,arrest and registration revocation
128. On a three lane road, the center lane is used for: Left turns
129. In selecting an area to do a three point turn (K- turn) you should check: Volume of traffic,Width of the road, and if the car is at or near an intersection
130. If you are involved in a personal injury accident that requires you to report it to the Division of Motor Vehicles you must: Report the accident to your insurance company at once
131. An articulated license allows you to operate what? Vehicles of 18,000 lbs or more, joined by a coupling device
132. How long do you have to report a change in address on a NJ license? 1 week
133. What would indicate that a tire has been habitually over-inflated? Wear on the center of the tire
134. Headlights, not parking lights alone, must be used: 135. A check point for parallel parking is: Rear bumper opposite rear bumper of car parked in front of desired space
136. If your car breaks down on an expressway, the first thing you should do is: Try to pull off the road safely
137. To drive a tractor trailer in NJ what type of license must you obtain? Articulated Vehicle license, or CDL
138. If you run off the pavement, the first thing you should do is: 139. The implied consent law means: Driver agrees to take a breath test
140. Most fatal accidents are due to? In attentiveness
141. If a person becomes drunk in your home and has a motor vehicle accident after leaving your home you could: Be involved in a lawsuit
142. The term one car length for each 10 mph is used to describe: Following distance
143. If a driver receives a "proposed license suspension", he/she must......: Attend a NJ driver improvement program, ask for a hearing with the division of Motor Vehicles or turn in his/her license for the suspension period
144. When you buy a used car which has an expired inspection sticker, the car must be inspected within: Two weeks
145. What indicates under-inflated tires? Excessive wear on the edges of the tires
146. How long do you have to report a name change to the DMV? 2 weeks
147. If a collision is impossible to avoid, you can lessen the impact by: Steering away from objects that do not give way
148. Hand signals: Are the same for all states
149. A restriction on a special learner's permit for a 16 year old is: (S)he must have a behind the wheel driver education course
150. Failure to give consent to be tested for alcohol consumption (the implied consent law) is punishable by: 6 months suspension of driving privileges
151. In adverse weather conditions, the stopping distance of a truck increases by: 25 percent
152. When making a left turn into a road with more than one lane going in the same direction, you must: Start to turn the wheel a little before reaching the middle of the road, and turn into the nearest lane to the center.
153. When purchasing a used vehicle you may: get the car inspected within 14 days, or wait until the inspection from the previous owner expires if applicable
154. If a traffic light is hanging horizontally, which side is the red on? the left
155. A provisional license is good for: 1 year
156. A basic license is good for: four years
157. The BAC level for over 21 is: .08 for under 21: .01 (i.e. anything)
158. To avoid a $25 charge when purchasing a used car: transfer title within 10 business days of sale
159. For all moving violations committed on a NJ license while driving in any state under the interstate compacts laws, you will receive: 2 points on your NJ license
160. To avoid highway hypnosis: avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds at a time
161. Anyone over 21 must wait to take their road test (after passing the written test): 3 months
162. What should you do when followed by an emergency vehicle? Move to the extreme right for any emergency vehicle
163. You know you are in the blind spot of a truck in front of you if: you can't see him in his mirror
164. One of the main things to look out for when dealing with a truck is: Their blind spot
165. Where should the Child seat be: A car seat should be placed in the back seat in the middle, not in the front.
166. What is GDL? For a GDL (stands for Graduated Driver's License, page 5-8 of the DMV manual) permit, NO handheld devices (such as game systems and cell phones) are allowed to be used.
167. Is GDL needed for drivers over 21? For someone over 21, the GDL time restrictions are waived.
168. The standard accident prevention "formula" is: Be alert, Be prepared, Act in time
169. The standard fine for a GDL infraction is: 170. A "learner's" or "student" permit, refers to: a permit for a 16 year old
171. What role the emotions play while you drive? Since emotions play such a large role in driving, when you are angry, upset or overly excited, it is always better to put off driving until you have had time to cool down.
172. If a person with a BAC level of 0.05% doubles their chances of getting into an accident, then a person with a BAC level of 0.10%: Has a 6 times greater chance of getting into an accident
173. How do you get alcohol out of your system? The best way to get alcohol out of one's system is not coffee or even eating, but rather Time. The longer one waits, the more their system gets rid of the alcohol
174. Is driving a privilege or a right? Driving is a privilege