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1
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In New Jersey, persons under 21 years of age are considered under the influence (DUI) when their BAC is:

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a. .01
b. .05
c. .10
d. all of the above

correct answer D

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You can practice drive with a valid special learner’s permit:

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Between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m.

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In New Jersey, you must be at least __ years old to register a motor vehicle.

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17

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As you drive, you’re required to stop your vehicle:

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a. At an intersection with a stop sign
b. Where there is a red light
c. When a traffic officer orders you to stop
d. All of the above
correct answer D

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As you drive, you must turn your headlights on:

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When you turn your wipers on

b. One-half hour after sunset
c. One-half hour before sunrise
d. All of the above

correct answer D

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You must yield for emergency vehicles:

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When you see a flashing red or blue light or hear a siren

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7
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You may drive on public or private property to avoid a traffic sign or signal

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When directed to do so by a police officer

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8
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It is important to slow down

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a. On narrow or winding roads
b. At intersections or railroad crossings
c. When the road is wet or slippery
d. All of the above
correct answer D

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Vehicle stopping distances never depend on:

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a Your own reaction time

b. The time of day
c. Condition of your vehicle’s brakes
d. Condition and type of vehicle tires

correct answer B

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10
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You needn’t stop your vehicle for a frozen dessert truck when:

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On a dual highway if you’re on the other side of a safety island or median from the frozen
dessert truck

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. When driving on major highways:

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a. Stay alert
b. Keep your eyes moving
c. Be ready to react to road hazards
d. All of the above
correct answer D

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If a collision is possible, you should

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a. Choose to hit something that will give way rather than something that’s rigid
b. Choose to hit something that’s standing still rather than something moving toward you
c. If you have to hit anything, try to make it a glancing blow or a sideswipe

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13
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If your windshield wipers stop suddenly during rain or snow you should:

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Slow down

b. Roll down the driver’s side window and put your head out so you can see ahead
c. Brake and pull off the road

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14
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What are some telltale signs of a drunk driver?

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Weaving between lanes

b. Driving slower than the normal traffic flow
c. Quick and sudden stops

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15
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A 5-ounce glass of wine contains the same amount of alcohol as

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One 12-ounce can of beer

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To obtain a New Jersey driver license or non-driver ID card, you must present:

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. Proof of age

b. Proof of address
c. Proof of legal U.S. presence

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17
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If you are driving behind a school bus and it shows a flashing red light signaling a stop, you must:

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Stop at least 25 feet away

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18
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What does a single solid white line across an intersection mean?

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You should stop behind the line for a traffic sign or signal

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If you drive through a deep puddle, what should you do?

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Test your brakes

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20
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What do two parallel white lines across the road mean?

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Pedestrian cross walk

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21
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The speed limit in a school zone is:

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25 mph

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What is the most common mistake a new driver makes with the brakes?

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Pushing the brake too hard

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23
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What is the penalty for not telling the truth when applying for a license?

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No less than a $200 fine and up to 6 months imprisonment

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24
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Which lights should you be using when driving in fog?

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Low beams, or fog lights

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25
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What should you do if approaching a steady yellow or amber signal?

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Slow down, and stop before entering the intersection only if possible

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26
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A driver’s left hand extended downward means what?

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He’s making a stop or slowing down

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27
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The speed limit on a highway

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55 mph

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28
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When will you be given a proposed license suspension notice?

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After receiving 12 points

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29
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What is the purpose of traffic laws?

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To protect you and other drivers

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30
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Why should you use seat belts and shoulder belts?

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They increase your chance of surviving an accident

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31
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The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol related accident is:

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Don’t drink and drive

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32
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What does a yellow diamond shaped sign mean?

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Warning or caution

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33
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What is the proper distance you may park from the curb?

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6 inches or less

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34
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Special permits may be issued for a 16 year old when:

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The 16 year old is enrolled in a behind the wheel driver education course or enrolled in a commercial driving education course and when the permit is purchased by a state approved driving instructor

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35
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What does a red and white triangular sign mean?

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Yield

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36
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A 12 oz. can of beer has as much alcohol in it as:

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1.5 oz. of 86 proof whiskey or one 5 oz. glass of wine

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37
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What is the proper lane to turn into when making a left turn?

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The lane nearest the center in the direction you are heading

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38
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How close may you park to a stop sign?

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50 feet

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39
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A driver’s left hand extended straight out means what?

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He’s making a left turn

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40
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What is “habitual offender”?

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Any person whose license has been suspended 3 times within 3 years

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41
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You must yield for emergency vehicles:

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When you see a flashing red or blue light or hear a siren

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42
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Serious accidents causing death, injury or $200 damage must be reported within 5 days to?

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A division of motor vehicles office

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43
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If the front of your car vibrates, the problem may be with your:

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Steering

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44
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Up to 3 points may be subtracted from your record if you receive no moving violations for how long?

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One year

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45
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What are the penalties for driving without insurance?

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Suspension of driver’s license and registration and fines

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46
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When is the road surface most slippery?

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During the first few minutes of rain

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47
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On a dual highway if you’re on the other side of a safety island or raised median from an ice cream or frozen dessert truck,

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You needn’t stop

48
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What does a red eight-sided sign mean?

A

Stop

49
Q

When may you pass on the right?

A

If the car in front is turning left and there is a lane for driving on the right

50
Q

If two cars reach a four way stop at the same time, what is proper procedure?

A

The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right

51
Q

What papers must you have when operating a motor vehicle?

A

License, registration, and insurance card

52
Q

In city driving, a good habit is to

A

Look ahead 12 seconds

53
Q

What should you do if you miss an exit on an expressway?

A

Go to the next exit. don’t back up

54
Q

A driver’s left hand extended upward means what?

A

He’s making a right turn

55
Q

What should you do if you go into a skid?

A

Take your foot off the gas

56
Q

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

A

10 miles per hour

57
Q

One method of using the 2 second rule is by using a:

A

Fixed object on the side of the road

58
Q

When must you signal before making a turn?

A

At least 100 feet before the intersection

59
Q

Where should you position your car to make a left turn from a two way street?

A

The lane nearest the center of the road

60
Q

How should you turn your wheels when parking downhill next to a curb?

A

To the right towards the curb

61
Q

What is the penalty for refusing the breath test?

A

6 months suspension (first offense)

62
Q

What direction should you check first when approaching an intersection?

A

The left

63
Q

What is a good practice when nearing an intersection?

A

Slow down and be prepared to stop

64
Q

Who is responsible if a student commits a traffic offense?

A

Both the student and the accompanying instructor or licensed driver

65
Q

The Implied Consent Law is:

A

You agree to a breath test when under arrest and suspected of drinking and driving

66
Q

An agricultural license allows the operation of a farm registered vehicle:

A

For agricultural use only

67
Q

If you feel or hear unusual thumping noise while driving it may be?

A

The tires

68
Q

What is good practice at an intersection that has no signs or signal?

A

Be ready to stop if necessary (cover the brake)

69
Q

You should always yield to:

A

Other vehicles already in the intersection, pedestrians and emergency vehicles

70
Q

It is good practice to keep a space cushion in order to?

A

Give you time to react

71
Q

When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights:

A

Stop no closer than 15 feet of the nearest rail

72
Q

Points are only issued for?

A

Moving violations

73
Q

If you are arrested for drunk driving in new jersey, your chances of being convicted are:

A

96%

74
Q

When should you use your parking lights?

A

Only when parking

75
Q

What does a flashing red light mean?

A

Stop, proceed with caution

76
Q

The speed limit in a business area is:

A

25 mph

77
Q

What should you do if you have a blowout?

A

Slow down gradually

78
Q

The safest way to exit an expressway is to?

A

Slow your car to the posted speed limit

79
Q

When driving in bad weather, drivers should:

A

Increase the “two-second” rule

80
Q

When blood/alcohol content reaches 0.15%, your chances of getting into a serious/fatal accident will increase:

A

25 times

81
Q

If you want to return to the road from a dirt shoulder:

A

Slow down, then turn your wheels to climb the pavement edge

82
Q

When driving at night you should be able to stop?

A

Within the distance you can see ahead

83
Q

If you are driving behind a school bus and it shows a flashing red light signaling a stop, you must:

A

Stop at least 25 feet away

84
Q

What is the penalty for driving with a suspended license-first offense?

A

Fine of $500 and up to 6 months additional license suspension

85
Q

What is a good practice when driving in the city?

A

Check intersections ahead for signals

86
Q

Which way should you turn if you are going into a skid?

A

In the direction the back of your car is skidding

87
Q

Yellow center lines would usually be found where?

A

On a two-way road (no passing)

88
Q

You are required by new jersey law to keep to the right except:

A

When on a one-way street, when passing, or if it is impractical to travel on that side of the roadway

89
Q

How far should you stay behind the car that you are following?

A

At least two seconds

90
Q

Drugs that may affect basic driving skills are:

A

Cold medicines, tranquilizers, and some prescription drugs

91
Q

When you are driving on a curve, your vehicle will go in what direction

A

Straight

92
Q

What is the stopping distance on a dry road at 50 m.p.h.?

A

243 feet

93
Q

To make a right turn you should:

A

Get in the right lane

94
Q

A 5-ounce glass of wine contains the same amount of alcohol as:

A

One 12-ounce can of beer

95
Q

When should you use your horn?

A

When coming out of a dark alley
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When should you use your horn?
When coming out of a dark alley

96
Q

When should you use your high beams?

A

Open country driving situations

97
Q

Vehicle stopping distances never depend on the time of day.

A

True

98
Q

What should be done if two cars enter an uncontrolled intersection simultaneously?

A

The driver to the left must yield to the driver on the right

99
Q

Studies show that the greatest number of people arrested for drunk driving had been drinking what kind of alcoholic beverage?

A

Beer

100
Q

Beer

A

Stay with your car

101
Q

What must you do if you want to turn left at a traffic light?

A

Yield to oncoming traffic

102
Q

What is the best way to talk to other drivers?

A

Through the use of your horn and lights

103
Q

What should you do if your electric signal fails to operate?

A

Use hand signal(s)

104
Q

What is a good practice while driving?

A

Keep from looking at one thing for more than a few seconds

105
Q

How close may you park to a fire hydrant?

A

10 feet

106
Q

In New Jersey, you must be at least __ years old to register a motor vehicle.

A

17

107
Q

How close may you park to a corner?

A

25 feet

108
Q

What should you do if your brakes fail?

A

Shift to a lower gear and pump your brakes

109
Q

If there’s a “no turn on red” sign, when can you make a turn on red?

A

Never

110
Q

If the lights of oncoming cars are in your eyes, what should you do?

A

Look to the lower right side of your traffic lane

111
Q

What does a green light mean?

A

Proceed when safe

112
Q

Whether your blood alcohol content raises above legal limits depends on:

A

How fast you drank, your weight, how much you drank

113
Q

Driving while under the influence of intoxicated beverages means

A

The driver shows obvious signs of being drunk

114
Q

25 mph

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School zones businesses or residential areas

115
Q

35 mph

A

Suburban business and residential districts

116
Q

50 miles hour

A

Not postal rural roadways

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