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Michaela Walsh Chapter 1-3 Flashcards

1
Q

What identification proof must a driver present at the DMV?

A
  1. one primary document
  2. one secondary document
  3. six points of ID
  4. proof of address
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2
Q

Where is the GDL decal placed on the car?

A

top left corner of the front and rear license plates

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3
Q

Where should hands be placed at all times while driving (not including reverse)?

A

9 and 3 o’ clock

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4
Q

Where should hands be placed while driving in reverse?

A

left hand on top of the steering wheel and right hand behind passenger seat

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5
Q

Where should the wheel be set when a vehicle is parked facing downhill?

A

wheels should be turned toward the curb

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6
Q

Where should the wheel be set when a vehicle is parked facing uphill?

A

wheels should be turned away from the curb

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7
Q

What driving signal is represented by a hand downward, and a palm facing you?

A

the vehicle is stopping of slowing down

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8
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What driving signal is represented by a hand and arm upward, and a palm facing forward?

A

the vehicle is turning right

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9
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What driving signal is represented by a hand and arm straight out?

A

the vehicle is turning left

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10
Q

How many passengers can a permit holder drive with?

A

one parent or guardian and one additional passenger

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11
Q

What is the speed limit in school zones and business or residential districts?

A

25 mph

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12
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What is the speed limit in suburban businesses and residential districts?

A

35 mph

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13
Q

What is the speed limit on non-posted rural highways?

A

50 mph

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14
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What is the speed limit on certain state highways (as posted) and interstates?

A

55 mph

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15
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What is the speed limit on certain interstate highways (as posted)?

A

65 mph

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16
Q

When approaching an uncontrolled intersection, a motorist must ______?

A

reduce speed and be ready to stop

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17
Q

When approaching a curve in the road, a vehicle tends to ______?

A

keep going straight

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18
Q

You are authorized to turn right at a red light only after ______?

A

coming to a complete stop and checking for traffic

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19
Q

You may only pass on the ____ side.

A

left

20
Q

When the line is broken, can you pass?

A

yes

21
Q

When the line is solid, can you pass?

A

no

22
Q

On a two-lane road or highway separated by lines, what must a motorist do when approaching a school bus with flashing lights?

A

stop at least 25 ft away from the bus

23
Q

On a dual lane highway, the motorist on the other side of the raised median should do what when approaching a school bus with flashing lights?

A

slow down to 10 mph

24
Q

If a bus stops directly in front of a school to pick up or drop off children, what must the car behind do?

A

the motorist can pass the bus at a speed no faster than 10 mph

25
Q

When an emergency vehicle is approaching with sirens and or flashing lights, what must the motorist do?

A

steer to the extreme right of the road, stop, and wait for the emergency vehicle to pass

26
Q

What is aggressive driving?

A

dangerous, aggressive driving behaviors

27
Q

What is road rage?

A

being upset or angry and allowing your emotions to get in the way or affect your driving

28
Q

What is Maggie’s Law?

A

you cannot drive if you know that you have not gotten enough sleep/ are sleep-deprived

29
Q

Tailgating can cause _____.

A

accidents/ collisions

30
Q

What is a safe following distance?

A

one car length per 10 mph

31
Q

What is the 3 second rule?

A

a method in confirming that your following distance is safe: if there is 3 seconds between the car in front of you passing a non-moving object before you pass it, your following distance is safe

32
Q

When are you permitted to use your bright beam or high beam lights?

A

at night when no cars are near

33
Q

In a city, how far ahead should you look?

A

12 seconds

34
Q

Traffic fines in NJ double when violations occur in _______.

A

a construction zone

35
Q

What do you do if your car begins to skid?

A

take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the wheel in the direction that the car is skidding

36
Q

What do you do if you drift into the shoulder of the road?

A

slow down, regain control, and turn slowly back onto the road

37
Q

What is the best way to reduce the risk of a crash cause by drinking?

A

do not drive after drinking AT ALL

38
Q

It is illegal for an individual who is 21 or over to drive with a BAC of ______ or higher.

A

.08

39
Q

For individuals younger than 21, it is illegal to drive with a BAC of ___ or higher.

A

0.01

40
Q

A motorist with a BAC of .05 is _____ times more likely to get in an accident.

A

2

41
Q

1.5 oz of liquor = ??

A

12 oz of beer or 5 oz of wine

42
Q

What have most motorists been drinking when pulled over for drinking and driving?

A

beer

43
Q

What are the signs that someone is driving drunk?

A

speeding, weaving, slow driving, jerking motions, or quick stops

44
Q

What may happen to the host of a house party if a guest is involved in a drinking and driving collision after leaving the party?

A

they may become involved in a lawsuit

45
Q

What is a designated driver?

A

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

46
Q

After alcohol, what drug is most often found with drivers involved in collisions?

A

marijuana

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