Erica M. Ch. 1-6

Question 1

When do you start the early bird track?

Answer 1

16

Question 2

What is the time restriction on all kinds of probationary licenses?

Answer 2

11:01pm-5:00am

Question 3

Who needs the red decals on their license plates?

Answer 3

All GDL drivers under 21

Question 4

Where do you keep your hands on the wheel?

Answer 4

9 and 3

Question 5

What documents are necessary other than the six points of ID?

Answer 5

A non-citizen must submit proof of continued legal presence in the United
States.

Question 6

What are the six points of ID?

Answer 6

AT LEAST ONE PRIMARY DOCUMENT
AT LEAST ONE SECONDARY DOCUMENT
TOTAL DOCUMENTS MUST BE WORTH 6 POINTS OR MORE
PROOF OF ADDRESS
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

Question 7

What are the requirements for a basic driver’s license?

Answer 7

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have completed one year of unsupervised driving with
probationary driver license restrictions
• Must pay required fee

Question 8

What happens if you commit a traffic offense on a probationary license?

Answer 8

the student driver commits a traffic offense, responsibility will be with
both the student and instructor or adult supervising driver.

Question 9

Why are seatbelts important?

Answer 9

Seat belts can save a life and improve a motorist’s chances of surviving a
crash by 60 percent.

Question 10

Who must use car seats?

Answer 10

Children under age eight who are less than 57 inches.

Question 11

What is the speed limit for school/business zones?

Answer 11

25 mph

Question 12

What is the speed limit for suburban residential/business zones?

Answer 12

35 mph

Question 13

What is the speed limit for non-posted rural roadways?

Answer 13

50 mph

Question 14

What is the speed limit for certain posted state highways and interstates?

Answer 14

55 mph

Question 15

What is the speed limit of certain interstate highways as posted?

Answer 15

65 mph

Question 16

When should you slow down?

Answer 16

On narrow or winding roads.
• At intersections or railroad crossings.
• On hills.
• At sharp or blind curves.
• Where there are pedestrians or driving hazards.
• When the road is wet or slippery.

Question 17

What should you do if you can’t keep up with traffic?

Answer 17

If vehicle problems prevent a motorist from keeping up with the normal flow of
traffic, he/she should pull off the road and activate hazard lights.

Question 18

What are the passing rules?

Answer 18

Both center lines are solid: No passing allowed.
• One center line is broken: Passing is allowed only on the side with the
broken line.
• Both center lines are broken: Passing is allowed on both sides.

Question 19

What lane should you stay in most of the time?

Answer 19

The laws of New Jersey require motorists to keep to the right, except when
passing.

Question 20

What do you do if a pedestrian is in the crosswalk?

Answer 20

stop

Question 21

What precautions should be taken near toll booths?

Answer 21

A motorist should stay alert for toll booth signs and begin reducing speed early, as
traffic may be backed up at the booth.

Question 22

How do you make a right turn?

Answer 22

To make a safe right turn, a motorist should approach the intersection as far to
the right as possible, keeping near to the curb or parked vehicles. The motorist
should not swing outward or into another lane while making the right turn.

Question 23

What is proper railroad crossing etiquette?

Answer 23

A motorist should never stop his/her vehicle on railroad tracks. When crossing
railroad tracks, a motorist should make sure there is room on the other side to
get completely across. If warning devices activate while a motorist is crossing
railroad tracks, he/she should immediately proceed to the other side.

Question 24

Who must always stop at railroad crossings?

Answer 24

Some vehicles, such as school buses, buses or vehicles carrying hazardous
materials, must always stop at railroad crossings.

Question 25

What is the distance to stop away from a school bus?

Answer 25

25 ft

Question 26

What is the collision prevention formula?

Answer 26

be alert, be prepared, act in time

Question 27

If a motorist is angry or

excited…

Answer 27

he/she should take time to cool off

Question 28

Aggressive driving is…

Answer 28

a progression
of unlawful driving actions including, but not limited to, unexpectedly altering the
speed of a vehicle, making improper or erratic traffic lane changes, disregarding
traffic control devices, failing to yield the right of way and following another
vehicle too closely.

Question 29

What are some distractions?

Answer 29

Lighting a cigarette.
• Trying to fasten a safety belt while driving.
• Reaching across the seat to close a door or look in the glove compartment.
• Reaching for coins in pockets while driving up to a toll booth.
• Trying to adjust a wristwatch.
• Watching children or pets in the vehicle.
• Trying to remove a coat.
• Reading maps and newspapers.
• Eating while driving.
• Adjusting a mirror while driving.
• Using a cellular phone or any other electronic device.
• Adjusting the radio or CD player.
• Shaving.
• Using a laptop computer or fax machine.
• Applying makeup.

Question 30

What is Maggie’s Law?

Answer 30

illegal to knowingly drive

a vehicle while impaired by lack of sleep.

Question 31

What is highway hypnosis?

Answer 31

trance-like state

Question 32

What is tail-gating?

Answer 32

following too closely behind a vehicle directly in front

Question 33

What are the general following distance rules?

Answer 33

keep one car length back (about 20 feet) for each 10 miles per hour
of speed. At high speeds or in bad weather, following distances should be increased

Question 34

When changing lanes, you must…

Answer 34

signal

Question 35

What is hydroplaning?

Answer 35

tires ride up on a film of water

Question 36

What does alcohol do to a driver?

Answer 36

Drinking even a small amount of alcohol increases a

motorist’s chances of having an accident

Question 37

What determines BAC?

Answer 37

Quantity of alcohol consumed.
• Body weight.
• How quickly drinks were consumed.
• Food eaten.

Question 38

What drinks are equal in alcohol level?

Answer 38

1.5 OUNCES OF
86 PROOF LIQUOR
12 OUNCE BOTTLE
OR CAN OF BEER
5 OUNCE GLASS
OF WINE (12%)

Question 39

What is a designated driver?

Answer 39

The designated
driver is responsible for the safe transportation of friends or family members who
have been drinking alcoholic beverages.

Question 40

What is the rule for safe hearing whilst driving?

Answer 40

A motorist should always keep the radio turned down and

never wear earphones.

Question 41

How often should you have your eyes tested?

Answer 41

A motorist should have his/her eyes
tested every year or two. If over age 40, a motorist should have his/her eyes
checked every year for special problems

Question 42

Marijuana use may affect a motorist in the following ways:

Answer 42

Loss of tracking ability: This is the ability to maintain a vehicle in a
given line.
• Distance judgment: Following too closely can cause problems.
• Vigilance: Not remaining attentive to the driving task can cause a
motorist to follow too closely, drift into another lane, etc.
• Divided attention: Driving is a task that requires constant attention
to traffic, roadway and weather conditions, passengers, gauges, etc.

Question 43

What are the drug+driving laws?

Answer 43

It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle on New Jersey roadways under the influence
of any illegal drugs.

Question 44

What should a host do that serves alcohol?

Answer 44

Stop serving alcohol well before the party ends.

Question 45

What should a host do if someone drinks too much?

Answer 45

If someone drinks too much,
do not let them drive. If no other transportation is available, suggest a nap or
invite the guest to spend the night. As a last resort, notify the police