permit test Flashcards
1
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what is the 8 sided sign
A
stop sign
2
Q
what is the diamond shaped sign
A
warning sign
3
Q
what is the triangular shaped sign
A
yield sign
4
Q
what is a habitual offender
A
motorist whose drivers license has been suspended 3 times in 3 years
5
Q
what does it mean to drive under the influence of an intoxicating beverage
A
DUI - drivers senses and judgment are impaired by alcohol
6
Q
when must you enroll in the probationary driver program
A
- convicted of 2 or more moving violations
- accumulating 4 or more points
7
Q
describe how to drive in reverse
A
- head and body turned until you can see out back window
- right hand and arm placed on back of passenger seat
- left hand grasping top of steering wheel (12 o’clock)
8
Q
how could potentially dangerous levels of carbon monoxide accumulate inside your vehicle?
A
- exhaust leak/poorly tuned engine
- Trunk or tailgate open
- Holes in the body of vehicle
- Idling vehicle in garage or confined space
- Tailpipe is blocked by debris, snow, leaves, water
9
Q
What are the driving hour restrictions for a GDL driver?
A
Under 21
- Permit
- 11:01pm-5:00am NO DRIVING
Probationary License
- 11:01pm-5:00am NO DRIVING
Basic License
- No restrictions
21 or older
- No restrictions
10
Q
How much longer does it take a truck to stop in adverse weather?
A
25% longer
11
Q
Why can you not have an obstruction between you and the examiner?
A
Examiner must have unobstructed access to the foot break or hand brake
12
Q
When are roads the most slippery?
A
First few minutes of rainfall
13
Q
How do you signal for right turn
A
hand and arm upward
14
Q
How do you signal for left turn
A
hand and arm outward
15
Q
How do you signal for stop/slow down?
A
hand and arm downward, palm facing rear
16
Q
When you complete your 1 year of unsupervised probationary driving, what must you do?
A
Go to MVC to obtain unrestricted basic license
17
Q
What do you do if your license plates are lost or stolen?
A
Report to the police
18
Q
How do you safely share the road with large trucks or buses?
A
Understand they have less visibility, longer stopping distances, and less maneuverability
19
Q
When can you get your permit?
A
- At least 16 years old
- Enrolled in DOE approved Behind the - Wheel training course
- Complete 6 hours driving with commercial driving school
- Pass written exam
- Instructor purchases permit
20
Q
What should you do if your brakes fail?
A
- Shift to lower gear
- Pump brakes
21
Q
When on the road inline skaters and bicyclists are responsible for what?
A
Same rights and responsibilities as moving motor vehicle
22
Q
Why do vou increase the following distance behind large vehicles?
A
So that you can be seen by the driver
23
Q
What is the speed limit in a school zone?
A
25 mph unless otherwise posted
24
Q
How long are you a probationary driver?
A
1 year
25
How far must you park from stop sign?
50 feet
26
How far must you park from fire hydrant?
10 feet
27
Within how much time must you inspect your vehicle if you move from out of state?
14 days
28
How long do you have to report a name change
2 weeks
29
How long do you have to report an address change
1 week
30
What do the lines look like if passing is permitted only on 1 side of the road?
One solid line, one dashed line
31
How often must you inspect your car (if it is not brand new)?
every 2 years
32
If you have your probationary license how many passengers can you have in the vehicle?
Dependents of the license holder and 1 additional person, unless accompanied by a parent/guardian
33
Describe the no-zone.
Blind spots where the driver of a vehicle cannot see
34
What should you do if you think someone has carbon monoxide poisoning?
- Remove the person from the source of CO poisoning
- Call 911
- If in vehicle, turn it off and get out as soon as possible
- Get the victim fresh air while waiting for help
35
What is the risk of having an accident if your BAC is 0.05%
double
36
What is the risk of having an accident if your BAC is 0.10%
6 times greater
37
What is the risk of having an accident if your BAC is 0.15%
25 times greater
38
Who is responsible for passengers under the age of 18?
driver
39
How do you reduce your chances of having an alcohol related accident?
Do not drink and drive
40
What is the penalty for getting your license illegally?
Fine up to $500 and/or imprisonment
41
What will you be tested on at your road test?
- Turning
- Steering
- Braking
- Accelerating
- Parking
42
Drinking impairs what?
- Reaction time
- Coordination
- Balance
- Judgment
- Vision
43
What is the fine for violating the GDL restrictions?
$100
44
What should you do if you drive through a deep puddle?
Pump the brakes
45
What is the equivalent of 12 oz. beer as it relates to wine and a shot?
Contains the same amount of alcohol as 5 oz. of wine; 1.5 oz. of hard liquor
46
What is the only thing that can sober you up?
time
47
What should you do if someone is trying to pass vou?
Stay in the lane, slow down to make it easier to pass you
48
When parking on a hill, which way should your tires be if you are parked facing uphill
Turn wheels AWAY from the curb (up, up and away)
49
When parking on a hill, which way should your tires be if you are parked facing downhill
Turn wheels TOWARD the curb
50
List ways to be safe for pedestrians.
Slow down
51
What must you first accomplish to get your permit at 16 years old?
- At least 16 years old
- Enrolled in approved Behind the Wheel training course
- Complete 6 hours Behind the Wheel
- Pass written exam
- Instructor purchases permit
52
When and how can you get your basic license?
- 18 years old
- Completed 1 year of unsupervised driving
- Must pay required fee
53
What is the penalty for showing an altered license?
- $1,000 fine
- Loss of driving privilege
- Possible imprisonment
54
How do you make a safe right turn?
Approach the intersection as far to the right as possible, keeping near to the curb or parked vehicles
55
What are the seat belt restrictions for a child under age 8 or 57 inches
must sit in approved front facing 5 point harness seat OR booster seat in the rear of the vehicle
56
What are the seat belt restrictions for a child under age 2
rear facing, 5 point harness, in the rear of the vehicle
57
List the order traffic signal colors are positioned.
Horizontal
• L-R: red, yellow, green
Vertical
• Top-Bottom: red, yellow, green
58
What can happen to you if someone gets into an accident after drinking at your home and they get into an accident?
Can be named in a lawsuit
59
What is the law when your wipers are on?
Wipers on, lights on
60
What are the requirements for being a supervising driver? (3 things)
- Minimum 21 years old
- Valid NJ driver license
- Minimum 3 years of driving
61
What should you do when you are entering an intersection or a yellow light?
Stop
62
When can you turn right on red?
- No "No Turn on Red" sign
- Come to a full stop & check for traffic
- Yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic
63
What must all GDL permit and probationary drivers display on their vehicle?
Two RED reflectorized decals; one on each license plate
64
List examples of distracted driving.
- Cell phones
- Eating
- Pets
- Children
- Applying makeup
- Adjusting the radio
65
What must you have with you for the road test?
- Valid insurance card
- Valid registration
- Valid permit
66
When can you park in front of a public or private driveway?
Only when told to do so by a police officer
67
What do you do to avoid "highway hypnosis"?
- Do not look at any one thing for more than a few seconds
- Rest every 2 hours
- Share the driving with another licensed driver
68
When are you permitted to use a cell phone in the car?
When reporting fire, accident, road hazard, medical emergency, hazmat emergency
69
What type of insurance must all NJ drivers have?
liability
70
List examples of what an aggressive driver may do.
- Run stop signs and red lights
- Speed
- Tailgate
- Weave
- Pass illegally on right
- Make hand or facial gestures
- Scream
- Honk
- Cause a collision
71
What drugs affect driving?
all of them
72
If making a right turn who must you yield to?
- oncoming traffic
- pedestrians
73
You are under the influence if your BAC is
under 21:
• .01% or higher (any amount of alcohol is DUI)
• 21 or older:
0 .08%
74
What steps should be taken when driving in the city?
- Look 12 seconds ahead
- Slow down
- Watch for pedestrians
75
When driving around a curve what may your vehicle do?
Will tend to keep going straight
76
What does your seat belt do for you in event of a crash or sudden stop?
- Keeps you from getting thrown from of the vehicle
- Keeps you from sliding
- Slows you down with the vehicle
77
What is the acceleration lane
extra lane at highway entrance that allows you to speed up
78
What is the deceleration lane
extra lane at highway exit that allows you to slow down
79
What should you do at an uncontrolled intersection?
Slow down and be prepared to stop
80
What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?
- Take foot off accelerator
- Do NOT use brake
- Turn in the direction the REAR of the vehicle is sliding
81
What should you do if you drift off the road onto the shoulder?
- Slow down
- Regain control
- Turn slowly onto the road
82
When can 3 points be removed from your license?
Every year motorist goes without a violation, but total will never be reduced below zero
83
When can you pass a school bus?
- When going in the opposite direction on a dual lane highway, with a raised island or median
- When stopped directly in front of a school to pick up or drop off children
84
What do you do if you have a tire blow out?
- Foot off accelerator
- Do not use brakes
- Grip the wheel firmly and keep the vehicle straight
- Gradually slow down
85
What documents must you have with you while driving a motor vehicle?
- Valid insurance card
- Valid registration
- Valid license or permit
86
What is the 3 second rule?
- Choose a fixed object ahead
- When vehicle in front of you passes begin counting seconds
- It should take at least 3 seconds for you to pass the object
87
When must you use your headlights?
- Half hour after sunset
- Half hour before sunrise
- When visibility is less than 500 feet
- When wipers are on
- When encountering fog, mist, smoke or any factors that reduce visibility
88
Make a list of the devices you may not use while driving.
- Cell phone
- IPod
- Tablet
89
How much is the fine for pedestrians who violate the pedestrian law (jay walking)?
17 or older
• $54
under 17
• $22
90
What is the shape and color of a railroad crossing sign?
Yellow and black circle
91
If you accumulate 6 or more points within 3 years the surcharge is $150. How much does it cost for each additional point after 6?
$25 for each additional point
92
Who is most at risk for drowsy driving?
- Sleep deprived
- Young people
- Shift workers
- Commercial drivers
- People driving alone
93
After completing the MVC Driver Improvement Program, how long will you be on probation?
1 year
94
Bicyclists, skateboarders and inline skaters have the same rights and responsibilities as who?
Drivers of motor vehicles
95
How long is a registration valid on?
a new vehicle
• 4 years
on all other vehicles
• 1 year
96
When it comes to driving, what should you do if you are angry or upset?
Cool down before driving
97
What should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled?
- Pull off as far as possible onto shoulder
- Turn on emergency flashers
- Stay in vehicle, lock doors
- Call for help
98
What are some signs of a drunk driver on the road?
- Speeding
- Weaving
- Slow driving
- Jerking motion
- Quick stops
99
What should you do if you see an emergency vehicle with lights and sirens on?
- Slow down
- Pull to extreme right
- Allow them to pass
100
What are some good rules to follow for night driving?
- Slow down
- drive within the range of the vehicle's - lights be sure you can stop within the distance ahead
101
What are the penalties for driving a vehicle that is not insured?
- Fine
- Community service
- suspension
102
What is the accident prevention formula?
- Be alert
- Be prepared
- Act in time
103
What should you do as you approach a curve in the road?
Slow down
104
What convictions can result in an insurance surcharge?
- DUI
- Refusal of Breath Test
105
What is the Implied Consent Law?
By signing license you agree to take a breath test if suspected of DUI
