DRIVER ED REVIEW Flashcards by Angelina Bongiovanni

To drive in reverse, what must a driver do ?

Turn their head around and body to the right until you can see clearly through the back window without the use of mirrors

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What should a driver do to avoid a spin while in a skid

turn in the same direction the back of the car is skidding

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what can cause dangerous levels of carbon monoxide to accumulate inside the vehicle?

an exhaust leak or block and running the engine in an enclosed garage

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at what time can a driver with a gdl permit or license drive

5:01am - 11pm

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during bad weather conditions, a truck takes as much as _____ longer to stop

25%

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why cant you take your road test with an obstruction or console in the middle?

it prevents the examiner from reaching the foot brake or parking brake

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a gdl driver can not drive between

11:01pm - 5am

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when you move to nj from another state, you must have your car inspected within

14 days after registering it

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a probationary driver is not permitted to use what while driving

any handhell or hands free electronic device such as phone gps or video games

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when pavement is marked with one solid line and one broken line

passing is permitted only on the side with the broken line

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except for new cars, your car needs to be inspected every _____ years

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excluding dependents, how many passengers is the holder of a probationary driver license permitted to have in the car

1 additional unless accompanied by a parent/guardian

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what should you do after driving through a deep puddle

test your brakes

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one and one-half ounces of whiskey is equal to

12oz of beer and 5 oz of wine

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a diamond shape sign is a

warning sign

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what is the only thing that can sober a person up

time

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if a car is trying to pass you, what should you do

slow down and make it easier for them to pass

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what is a habitual offender

a driver whose license has been suspended 3 times in 3 years

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how long is a probationary driver probationary

12 months= 1 year

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a triangular shape sign is a

yield sign

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the order of colors on a traffic signal hung vertically is

red, yellow, green

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if a person gets drunk in your home and has a accident after leaving your home, you could

become involved in a lawsuit

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all drivers during rain snow and ice must have what

wipers and headlights on

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a supervising driver for the holder of a gdl permit or license must meet what requirements

at least 21
nj license driver in front seat
have a minimum of 3 year driving experience

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getting a driver license illegally may result in

a fine of$200 to $500 and / or 30-90 days imprisonment

a deceleration lane is a

exit lane at a highway exit

you may not park within _____ of a stop sign

50 feet

what should you do if you go into a skid

take foot off gas

how do you avoid highway hypnosis

avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds

what is the best way to reduce your chance of having an alcohol related crash?

not drive at all after drinking

what is the speed limit in a school zone

25mph

how much is the fine for violation of any of the restrictions of the gdl permit or probationary license

$100

an eight sided sign means

stop

at what age may an applicant obtain a special learners permit and enroll in a behind the wheel training course conducted by a secondary or commercial driving school

at 16 before turning 17

you may not park with in how many feet of a fire hydrant

10 feet

who is responsible for all passengers under 18 years of age

the driver

the meaning of the hand signal when a drivers hand and arm are straight is a

left turn

upon completion of the gdl requirements ( 1 year supervised driving) the holder of a probationary license must?

go to mvc to obtain an unrestricted basic license

if your driver license is lost or stolen, you should immediately notify who?

police

when parking facing uphill, the wheels should be

turned away from the curb

an aggressive driver may cause what ?

an accident

when driving around a curve your vehicle may tend to

keep straight

to maintain a proper following distance

you should stay 3 seconds behind the car in front of you

to share the road safely with large trucks and buses you have to know what

the limitations of these vehicles regarding visibility, stopping distance, and maneuverability

under nj law, inline skaters, skateboarders and bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as

a moving vehicle

a motorist should increase the following distance behind a large vehicle so its driver

can see the car in the rear view mirror

altering a driver license, or showing an altered license may result in

- $1000 fine - up to six months imprisonment - loss of driving privileges

before entering an intersection and nearing a yellow or amber traffic signal, you should

stop

The best way to enter a curve is

slow down before entering the curve

When driving around a curve

your vehicle may tend to keep going straight.

When a school bus has stopped at a school to pick up or let off children, you may pass from either direction at a speed of no more than

10mph

Passing on the right is allowed only on roads with more than one lane going in the same direction,

when the motorist ahead is turning left and there is a room to pass.

The New Jersey speed limit in a business or residential area, unless otherwise posted is

35mph

The acceleration lane is an

extra lane used while entering a highway

You may not park within ____feet of a stop sign.

The meaning of a hand signal when a driver’s hand and arm are downward is

slow or stop

If you come to a 4-way stop sign at the same time as another driver you must yield to

driver on the right

When driving at night, be sure that you can

stop within the distance you can see ahead

When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights,

15 ft away

an eight sides sign means

stop

what is the only thing that can sober a person up

time

if your BAC level is .05%, the risk of you causing a crash is ?

doubled

if your BAC is .10% your chances of causing a crash is

six times as great

when passing a large truck or bus it is important to remember what ?

large vehicles have many no zones (blind spots)

Before entering an intersection and nearing a yellow or amber traffic signal you should?

stop

What do seat belts do ?

- keep you from being thrown out of the car - keep you from sliding in your seat - keep you from hitting the windshield or dash

what are possible signs of an aggressive driver

- following other cars too closely ( tailgating ) - failing to yield to the right of way - improper or erratic traffic lane changes

if you are feeling angry or excited behind the wheel what should you do ?

give yourself time to cool off

what should you do while city driving

- look 12 seconds ahead - watch for pedestrians - drive more slowly

In NJ inline skaters, skateboarders and bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as

a moving motor vehicle

who should you yield to

- pedestrians - emergency vehicles - other vehicles already in the intersection

when are road surfaces most slippery ?

during the first few minutes of rain fall

To avoid a spin while in a skid, you should

turn in the same direction the back of the car is skidding

what can lead to distracted driving

adjusting the radio eating using a phone

a motorist should increase the following distance behind large vehicles so its driver

can see the motorist's vehicle in the rear view mirror

the shape of a stop sign is

eight sided

at an uncontrolled intersection, as a general rule

the vehicle to the left must yield to the vehicle on the right

if your brakes suddenly fail, the first thing you should try to do is

shift to lower gear ( neutral) and pump breaks

if the driver of a large truck or bus cannot see you in his rear view mirrors, you are

in the trucks no-zone or blind spots

As of March 1, 2008, motorists in NJ must not use a hand held phone UNLESS

- fire - accident - medical emergency

fines are____ in construction zones

doubled

every vehicle in NJ must be insured for?

liability

drugs that may affect basic driving skills are

cold pills tranquilizers some prescription drugs

BAC is determined by four factors :

- body weight - how quickly drinks were consumed - food eaten

What is the legal limit for someone under 21

there is no limit because it is illegal to drink under 21

driving is a _______ not a right

priviledge

What type of insurance is mandatory in NJ

liability

during a probationary period, a motorist must enroll in a probationary driving school program when

accumulating 4 or more points | convicted of 2 or more moving violations

if someone is suspected of suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning, it is important that you

call 911 and move the victim from the source

to make a safe right turn approach the intersection as far to the_____as possible

right

driving while under the influence of intoxicating means

your senses and judgement are impaired by alcohol

it is legal to turn on red, if you

make a full stop, and check traffic

headlights must be used between ______after sunset and one half hour before sunrise and anytime during bad weather or when visibility is less than 500 feet

one half hour

a motorist should never stop or park in front of a public or private driveway unless

directed to do so by police

if your wheels drift onto the shoulder of the road and you want to return to the paved road you should

slow down and regain control

NJ law allows up to 3 points to be subtracted from a motorists point total for every year that a motorist goes without a violation

though the point total will never be reduced to 0

Double solid lines in the center of the road means

no passing allowed

How much is the penalty for pedestrians under 17 who violate the pedestrian law

$22

A railroad crossing sign is

black and yellow

Driving with an uninsured vehicle can result in

fines, community service, and license and registration suspension and violation surcharge

If you accumulate six or more points within 3 years you are subject to a surcharge of $150. How much is the surcharge for each additional point after 6

$25

In order to obtain a probationary license, the holder of a validated GDL Special Learners permit must meet this requirement

pass the road test after 6 months of supervised driving, be at least 17, have no postponements

If a motorists vehicle becomes disabled he/she should

pull off as far as possible onto the shoulder or median

A motorist should always be prepared to yield to whom

trains, postal service, buses

when you see Police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, volunteer fire fighters and rescue squads with flashing lights what should you do

steer to the extreme right of the road and stop, let them pass you