NJ Drivers Ed Chapter 4 Flashcards
(33 cards)
The speed limit for school zones, business, or residential districts:
25 mph
The speed limit for suburban business and residential districts
35 mph
The speed limit for non-posted rural roadways
50 mph
The speed limit for certain state highways and interstates
55 mph
The speed limit for certain interstate highways
65 mph
Always slow down when
-On narrow or winding roads
-At intersections or railroad crossings
-On hills
-At sharp or blind curves
-Where there are pedestrians
-When the road is wet & slippery
The Safe Corridors Law
It doubles fees on various state highways for a variety of driving offenses
Move Over Law
All motorists must change lanes not adjacent to an emergency vehicle displaying flashing lights
No passing when
Both lines are solid
Passing is allowed only on which side
The side with the broken line
Passing is always allowed
When both lines are broken
Never pass on
-On a hill or curve at any time he/she cannot see far enough ahead
-At a street crossing or intersection
-At a railroad crossing
-On narrow bridges or in underpasses or tunnels
-When a sign prohibits passing or center lines restrict passing
-When behind a vehicle that has stopped to let a pedestrian cross1
You should always yield to
trains, buses, emergency vehicles, postal vehicles, other vehicles
Pedestrian safety is a what responsibility.
shared
Failure to stop for a pedestrian carries what
carries a fine of up to $500, up to 25 days in jail, community service, a driving privilege suspension of up to 6 months, and 2 points.
Should a motorist must stop for all pedestrians
yes
How do we know if an intersection is controlled
if there are traffic signals or signs in any direction or controlled by a police officer
How do we know if an intersection is uncontrolled
if two or more roads join and there is no traffic signal or regulatory device.
What is an acceleration lane?
An extra lane at the highway entrance that is used by motorists to speed up
What is a weave lane?
An entrance and exit for an expressway
What’s the best way to enter a curve
slow down before entering and avoid drifting into another lane
How many feet must you stop by a school bus
25 ft
How many feet must you stop by a railroad crossing
15 ft
If a school bus has stopped directly in front of a school to pick up or let off children, a motorist may pass from either direction at a speed of no more than what
10 mph
