Sara Regan ch 1-6 Flashcards
What time can you not drive?
between 11:01 p.m and 5:00 a.m
Where is the decal located on your license plate?
top left corner
How long do you have to wait after you fail your permit test to try again?
2 weeks
What are the 7 types of NJ licenses?
Basic automobile Probationary automobile commercial driving motorcycle probationary motorcycle moped agricultural
What is considered a primary source of identification?
birth certificate and passport
when you start a parked car what 6 things do you have to do?
- windows must be clean
- seat must adjust so you are comfortable
- rearview mirrors must be adjusted
- wear seatbelt
- car should be in parked
- doors should be locked
Where are your hands on the wheel?
9 and 3 o’clock
what is the signal for stopping or slowing down?
hand and arm downward palm facing rear
what is the signal for a right turn?
hand and arm upward
what is the signal for a left turn?
hand and arm straight out
how long do you have to use the signals before turning?
at least 100 feet
when parking downhill which way do you turn the wheels?
toward the curb
when parking uphill which way do you turn the wheels?
away from the curb
what is the difference between your license when your 17 and 21?
when you’re 17 vertical and when you’re 21 its horizontal
In school zones what is the speed limit?
25 mph
In suburban business and residential districts what is the speed limit?
35 mph
On rural roads what is the speed limit?
50 mph
On certain highways what can the speed limit be between?
55-65 mph
What side of the road do we drive on?
Right side
If both of the center lines are dotted can you pass?
Yes
If both of the center lines are solid can you pass?
No
If the center line closest to you is dotted and the other is solid can you pass?
Yes, but not from the other side
You can not pass on any of these 6 situations…
- on a hill/curve
- intersection
- railroad crossing
- bridges/tunnels
- when a sign prohibits it
- behind a vehicle that stopped for a pedestrian
You must yield to these 6 vehicles…
- emergency vehicles
- trains
- buses
- postal vehicles
- mobility assistance devices
- vehicles in an intersection
What are the 3 types of intersections?
Controlled, Uncontrolled, and Blind
When is it ok to turn right at a red light?
Always unless there is a sign saying not to
What is the distance away from a school bus that you must stop at?
25 feet
Can a driver be fined for littering?
yes
You can only use a phone in these 5 situations…
- fire
- traffic accident
- medical emergency
- hazardous material emergency
- serious road hazard
what is aggressive driving?
progression of unlawful driving acts
what is road rage?
occurs when a motorist loses their temper
What are 5 causes of distracted driving?
- shaving
- phone
- food
- makeup
- maps
What is Maggie’s Law
it is illegal to knowingly drive while impaired by lack of sleep
when sharing the road with large trucks and busses, you should….
increase following distance because it takes longer for them to stop
explain the 3 second rule
choose an object ahead of you and when the vehicle in front of you passes that object start to count down and it should take 3 seconds to reach that object
when can hydroplaning occur?
wet surfaces and you are going more than 35mph
and there is a gust of wind or you take a slight turn
you must turn this on during rain, snow, or ice storms…
defroster
In NJ traffic fines are doubled when a violation occurs…
in a construction zone
what is the main purpose of an ignition system?
to prevent theft and vehicle rollaway
what should you do if your car begins to skid?
turn the wheels the opposite way
if the gas pedal is stuck, before calling for help you should…
pump on break then put your vehicle in a low gear then go to the side of the road
if a collision is unavoidable you should…
turn away from oncoming traffic
drive off the road
if you must, hit something moving in the same direction
do NOT hit anything head on
if you are in an accident, you should…
call police and wait for them at the scene remain calm do NOT block traffic warn oncoming traffic (with lights) stop the car
a vehicle will skid if you…
accelerate too quickly
turn too fast
improperly break
on snow covered roads you should maintain a following distance of…
6 seconds
when is BAC illegal for 21yrs and over?
0.08
what is BAC
blood alcohol concentration
BAC is determined by what 4 factors?
quantity of alcohol consumed, body weight, how quick the drinks were consumed and food eaten
what is the best way to reduce drinking and driving
don’t drink
what is the risk of crashing at BAC of 0.05?
the risk is doubled
what is the equivalence of the drinks
1.5oz of liquor, 12oz of beer, 5oz of wine all have a 1/2oz of alcohol
what may show that a motorist has been drinking
speeding, weaving, show driving, quick stops, jerking motions
what is the campaign for designated drivers?
HERO campaign for designated drivers
what is alcohol?
a drug that affects overall driving ability
what is the drug in alcohol?
ethanol
