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When is the only time where pedestrians don’t have the right of way?
At a light that indicates that they can’t cross
How are cyclists to be treated on a road?
As another driver
How do motorcyclists drive with other motorcyclists on a road?
In a staggered position next to each other
Generally, where are your blind spots in a car?
From your ears to the back of your car
If a car is getting onto a road that has other cars, who has the right-of-way?
The cars that are already on the road
Pedestrians are the _______ in NJ
second largest category of motor vehicle deaths and injuries
How likely are you to hit a pedestrian going 20 MPH?
5%
How likely are you to hit a pedestrian going 40 MPH?
35%
Who has the right-of-way at intersections most of the time?
Pedestrians
What is it called when a crosswalk is not painted on at intersection.
An unmarked crosswalk
What are the penalties for failing to yield to pedestrians without injury?
$200 fine
Up to 15 days of community service
2 points on your license
What are the penalties for failing to yield to pedestrians with injury?
$500 fine
25 days in jail
License suspension for up to 6 months
What do yellow or green signs indicate?
To alert motorists that they must share the road with pedestrians or cyclists.
How do drivers identify visually challenged persons?
When they see a person with a white or metallic cane or with a guide dog
What should a driver do when their being passed by a motorcycle?
Maintain their speed and position and allow plenty of room for the motorcycle to complete the pass and resume proper lane position.
What conditions are hazards for motorcyclists?
Slippery surfaces
Sloped surfaces
Uneven surfaces,
Grooves or gratings in the road
What is the most common cause of motorcycle collisions?
A driver’s failure to detect and recognize motorcycles in traffic
What are the blind spots for trucks?
Directly next to, in front of, and behind large trucks
What are the stopping limitations for trucks?
It takes them much longer to stop (in bad weather a truck can take as much as 25% longer to stop).
What are the penalties for failing to yield to buses coming into traffic?
A fine of no less than $50 or more than $200, up to 15 days in jail, or both a fine and a jail term
When shouldn’t you drive around trains/traintracks?
Through flashing red lights
Around descending or lowered gates
How long would it take a freight train going 55 MPH to stop?
More than a mile
What is the best way to avoid hitting animals?
To watch for animals on both sides of the road ahead and be prepared for unexpected movement
New State residents must title and register a vehicle within ___ days of moving into New Jersey or ____?
60, before your out of state registration expires
What is titling a vehicle?
Putting the car under your name (owning the car)
How old do you have to be register a vehicle in NJ?
17
Hoe often do you have to register your vehicle?
Every year
What is the fine for driving without a current registration?
$173
How many license plates do you need in NJ (and where do you put them)?
You must have 2 license plates on the front and back of your vehicle
What do GDL drivers have to put on their license plates?
A red sticker
What should you do if your license plates are damaged or stolen?
You should report it to the MVC within 24 hours
What are the penalties for having forged license plates?
$500 fine
60 days imprisonment
a license suspension of up to 6 months
When you move to NJ, how long can you wait before getting it inspected?
You must have your vehicle inspected within 14 days of registering it (60 days to register, 14 days more to get inspected)
In what case can you wait 4 years between inspections?
When your car is brand new (2023)
How often must your vehicle be inspected normally?
Every 2 years
What happens if your car doesn’t pass inspection?
You have until the end of the next month to make the necessary repairs
What type of auto insurance is mandatory in NJ?
Liability auto insurance
What does Liability auto insurance protect?
If you are at fault in an accident, you insurance will pay for the repairs to the victim
What is the other type of auto insurance and what does it protect?
Collision insurance pays for damages to your car if you are hit
What are the penalties for driving uninsured?
Fines
community service
license suspension
insurance surcharges
What factors determine how expensive your insurance is?
Color of vehicle (brightly colored cars cost more)
Gender (males under 25 years old cost more money)
Single or married (single = more money)
Type of vehicle (size of engine or # of cylinders = more money)
How far you commute (more miles = more money)
Driving history (do you have moving violations, points on your license, etc.)
Where you live (densely populated areas = more money)
Age
What is the first thing you should do if your car starts to skid?
Take your foot off the gas
Which way should you turn when skidding?
Into the skid
How should you stop on a highway?
Stopping on a highway should include signals and turn onto the shoulder at or near traffic speed
What 3 steps should you take when you have run off the pavement?
Slow down
Regain control
Turn slowly onto the road
What are most car fires caused by?
electrical shorts
How long will the car float after being in a large body of water?
3-10 mins
When should you open the windows?
Before the water rises
How should you approach opening the doors when a car is submerged in water?
Wait until the pressure is equalized inside and outside the car, then open the doors
What should you do if your brkaes fail?
Shift to lower gear and pump the pedal to build up pressure or parking brake
What are the 3 rules if you can’t avoid a collision, and need to hit something?
Hit something that’s moving in the car's direction
Hit something that will give
NEVER hit something stationary
What are 3 ways to avoid a crash?
Stop
Steer
Speed up
What are the rules for reporting a collision?
If involved in a collision, NJ law requires that you report it to the police if there is injury, death, or property damage
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