drivers ed big exam

How old must you be to obtain your GDL (Graduated Driver License) special learner's permit?

16 years old

When operating a motor vehicle, what three items must you not utilize?

a. Cell phone

b. Hand-held electronic devices

c. Electronic devices

How many points do you need to complete an identification verification at MVC?

6 points (primary, secondary, proof of address, SSN)

How long must you drive unsupervised for with a probationary license?

1 year

If a student with a special learner's permit commits a moving violation, who is at fault?

Both the accompanying supervisor and learner

If an applicant fails their road test, how long must you wait before re-taking your test?

2 weeks

How long do you have to report a change of address to the MVC?

1 week

How old do you have to be to obtain your basic driver license?

18 years old

If you move into New Jersey from another state, how long do you have to apply for a N.J. driver license?

60 days

What are the fines for altering a driver license?

a. $1000

b. loss of driving privileges

c. 6 months imprisonment

If you have your special learner's permit, what are the hours that you CAN drive?

5:01 am to 11:00 pm

How old must you be to obtain your examination permit?

17 years old

What does GDL stand for?

Graduated Driver's License

When taking the road test, the vehicle may not have any _____________ or _________________ that prevent the examiner access to the parking brake.

consoles; obstructions

If you have your probationary driver license, who CAN be in your vehicle?

One passenger (only more than one if accompanied by a parent/guardian)

How old must you be to obtain your probationary driver's license?

17 years old

How long do you have to report a legal name change?

2 weeks

If you have a special learner's permit, how long do you have to practice with an adult supervising driver?

6 months

What is the purpose of the Graduated Driver License program?

Reduce the number of fatalities and extend practice driving time

If you have your probationary license or examination permit, what hours CAN you drive?

5:01 am to 11:00 pm

If you have your examination permit and are OVER 21 years of age, how long must you practice driving with an adult supervising driver?

3 months

If you have your examination permit and are UNDER 21 years of age, how long must you practice driving with an adult supervising driver?

6 months

If an applicant fails the New Jersey state written exam, how long must you wait before retaking the test?

1 week

If the examination permit or probationary holder is 21 years of age or older, what are the hour and passenger restrictions?

no restrictions

What are the fines for getting a driver's license illegally?

a. $200 to $500 fine

b. 30 to 90 days imprisonment

What are the fines for violation of the GDL?

a. $100 fine

b. Suspension of driving privileges or delay of receiving one's license

If you have your special learner's permit, who can be in your car?

An adult who is 21 years or older, has 3 years of experience driving, and has a valid driver's license plus one other passenger.

Hour restrictions could be waived as a permit or probationary license holder for:

1. Religious duty

2. Employment

When can a 16 yr old Special Driver Examination Permit be issued?

When the driver is enrolled in a behind-the-wheel test course approved by the department of education.

Define Nikhil's Law?

Stop Completely

Stay Alert

Talk Safe

Plan Ahead

Name five elements they may test you on the road test.

1. Sitting properly (seat belt use)

2. Driving in reverse

3. Turning around

4. Stopping smoothly

5. Parking (parallel)

How many seconds should a driver look ahead when driving in the city?

12 seconds

Define hydroplaning.

ride up on a film of water and lose traction with the roadway

To avoid hydroplaning and losing control of the vehicle on a wet road surface, you should:

slow down and drive on the highest point on the road

A common mistake that new drivers make is

slamming the brake

What is the New Jersey seat belt law?

all passengers must wear a seat belt, motorists responsible for passengers under 18

When is angle parking most commonly used?

shopping centers

When is parallel parking most commonly used?

city streets

When a motorist goes into a trance-like state, it is called:

highway hypnosis

What is a space cushion?

space between your car and all others on each side

When driving on wet roads, the three-second rule should be increased to _________ or __________ seconds.

4 or more

The three-second rule refers to _________ _______________ ______________

safe following distance

If a collision looks probable, what should you do?

aim for something soft or something that will give way or turn away from oncoming traffic

If your brakes fail, what three things should you do?

1. shift to a lower gear( for automatic, shift to d1)

2. pump your brakes

3. use the handbrake or emergency brake

What are the two BEST ways to talk to other drivers?

1) horn

2) use your lights

How far in advance should you use your turn signal?

100 feet

Before driving in reverse, what should you do?

make sure your path is clear

What is the #1 factor when it comes to stopping distance?

speed

What is the New Jersey Child Restraint Law?

8 years of age who are less than 57 inches tall, must be in a safety or booster seat.

What is the hand signal for a right turn?

arm out palm up

What is the hand signal for a left turn?

arm straight out

What is the hand signal for stopping?

arm out palm down

To steer the car in reverse, which direction should you turn the steering wheel?

In the direction you want the rear/back end to go.

What should you do if you drive through a deep puddle of water?

pump brake pedals to dry them out.

What are three things that seat belts prevent and help you do?

sliding, hitting dashboard/ windshield, being thrown/ejected from vehicle

When is it legal to use studded snow tires in the state of New Jersey?

November 15 - April 1

If your car runs off the pavement, what three things should you do?

slow down, regain control,turn slowly onto the road

What is the standard collision-prevention formula?

Be alert, be prepared, act in time

When parking uphill, which way should you turn your wheels?

away from the curb.

When parking downhill, which way should you turn your wheels?

toward the curb.

If there is NO curb, which way do you turn your wheels?

to the right

Name six reasons when it would be important to slow down

at night, hills, wet roads, dips, pedestrians, narrow bridges/roads

A good rule on snow-covered roads is to maintain a following distance of ______ or more seconds.

6

If your car goes into a skid, which way should you turn the steering wheel?

In the direction of the way the back of the car is skidding, no brake, no gas.

What is the most common cause of collisions?

driver or motorist error distractions

What are the three things you can do to avoid a collision?

Stop, turn, speed up

If you have a tire blowout, what are six things you should do?

1) hold steering wheel firmly

2) keep vehicle going straight

3) slow down

4) no gas

5) do not apply brakes
6) let car come to a stop in a safe area

When a vehicle is following too closely behind a vehicle in front of them, it is called:

tailgating

When following a car at 30 mph on wet pavement, you should allow at least how many car lengths?

6

When another motorist is trying to pass you, you should _________ ___________ to make their pass easier.

slow down

When are road surfaces most slippery?

During the first few minutes of rainfall

Whenever possible, child car safety seats should be placed:

Rear seat of the vehicle, facing forward.

It is good practice to keep a safe distance to give you more time to react to

emergencies

Speed can be a factor between life and death; therefore how much braking distance will it take a vehicle to stop on a dry surface, when driving at a speed of 60 mph?

300 feet

To drive in reverse, the motorist's head and body should be:

Turn to the right until he/she can clearly see through the back window w/o use of mirrors .

When driving at night, be sure that you can stop within ___ ________ ___ ___ ___ _____

the distance you can see ahead

Leaving a vehicle idling for more than _________ minutes is against the law.

3

Failing to remove snow or ice from a vehicle is a $ _______ fine.

75

Name five actions that could lead to distracted driving?

Texting and driving

Highway Hypnosis (staring at something for too long)

Reaching for something in the glove box

Putting on makeup

Changing the radio

What does it mean if the dashed line is on your side of the road?

You can pass the car in front of you by going around it from your left.

What is a controlled intersection?

When 2 or more roads join or cross and is controlled by lights, signs, signals, and regulatory devices

Name three reasons when you should be using your headlights?

a. A 1/2 hour after sunset up until 1/2 hour before sunrise

b. When visibility is less than 500 feet

c. rain, fog, smoke, mist- reduced visibility

If you miss your exit, what should you do?

go to the next one

When should you use your high beams?

In the open country, when there is no light or posted. And if there is another motorist present, turn it off to dim until they leave.

Name five reasons when it would be LEGAL to use your cell phone:

fire, traffic accident, serious road hazard, medical emergency, hazardous material emergency

Define the "Right Turn On Red" law?

A motorist can turn right on red if they make a full stop and check for traffic. They cannot make a right turn on red if there is a sign posted saying so

If you are making a left turn from a two-way road onto a four-lane highway, what is the best way to approach the turn?

drive forward to the back 2 lanes, turn onto the closest left-going lane

What is the fine for throwing dangerous objects from a vehicle?

up to $1000

Can you get a ticket for driving too slow and why?

Yes, because driving too slow is a danger as everyone else is going faster/at the same speed.

What is the most common factor for fatal accidents?

speed

What does yielding the right-of-way mean?

slow down for motorists that are supposed to go before you

How far away should you park from a stop sign:

50 ft

How far away should you park from a fire hydrant:

10 ft

How far away should you park from a railroad crossing:

50 ft

How far away should you park from a FIRE STATION OPPOSITE SIDE OF THE ROAD:

75 ft

How far away should you park from a FIRE STATION SAME SIDE OF THE ROAD:

20 ft

How far away should you park from a CROSSWALK AT AN INTERSECTION:

25 ft

What is the unposted speed limit in school zones and residential areas?

25 mph

What is the maximum speed limit in New Jersey?

65 mph

New Jersey laws require motorists to keep to the right except when

passing/turning left.