Practice test 1 of 10 — New Jersey permit test

The correct answer to each question above, why it is right, and where it comes from. Try the test first.

1. Question 1: B. A cyclist may swerve to avoid a hazard

   Many states require at least 3 feet because a cyclist may swerve around potholes, glass or car doors.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Bicycles

2. Question 2: D. Slow below the posted limit and be ready to stop

   If a lane change is not possible or safe, New Jersey's Move Over law says to slow below the posted limit and be prepared to stop.

   Handbook: Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules and Regulations — Stopping Regulations

3. Question 3: B. No more than 6 inches

   The New Jersey manual says "It is illegal for a vehicle to be parked more than six inches from the curb" (6 inches).

   Handbook: Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules and Regulations — Parking Regulations

4. Question 4: A. You may turn left after yielding

   A flashing yellow arrow means turns are allowed, but you must first yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

5. Question 5: D. To warn others of danger

   Use your horn to warn other people of danger, not to show anger.

   Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Defensive driving

6. Question 6: C. From either way, at no more than 10 mph

   If a school bus is stopped directly in front of a school, New Jersey lets you pass from either direction at no more than 10 mph.

   Handbook: Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules and Regulations — Stopping Regulations

7. Question 7: D. Dial #77

   To report an aggressive driver in New Jersey, call (888) SAF-ROAD or dial #77 from a cell phone.

   Handbook: Chapter 5: Defensive Driving — Aggressive Driving/Road Rage

8. Question 8: C. About four times as much

   Crash energy grows with the square of speed, so at double the speed a crash carries about four times as much energy.

   Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Stopping distance

9. Question 9: A. Dirt and glare make it harder to see

   A dirty windshield adds glare and makes it harder to see, most of all at night.

   Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Night and weather

10. Question 10: C. Yes, if that speed is unsafe for conditions

    Yes. Under the basic speed rule you can be ticketed for driving at the limit when conditions make that speed unsafe.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Basic speed rule

11. Question 11: B. You must not drive onto this road from here

    This sign means do not enter. You must not drive onto the road or ramp from this direction.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

12. Question 12: B. The action shown is not allowed

    A red circle with a slash means the action in the symbol is not allowed, such as no left turn.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

13. Question 13: C. Spray and a push of wind

    A passing truck can throw spray and push your car with wind, so hold the wheel firmly.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Large trucks and buses

14. Question 14: A. Two red reflective decals on the plates

    New Jersey GDL drivers under 21 must display two red reflective decals, one on the top left corner of each license plate.

    Handbook: Chapter 1: The New Jersey Driver License System — Graduated Driver License (GDL)

15. Question 15: D. Slowly, watching for people

    Drive slowly in a parking lot and watch for people walking and cars backing out.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Parking lots

16. Question 16: C. Stop completely, then go when it is safe

    This is a stop sign. You must come to a full stop and move on only when the way is clear.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

17. Question 17: C. You should not drive below 40 in good conditions

    A minimum speed sign means you should not go below 40 when conditions are good, because very slow cars can cause crashes.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

18. Question 18: D. $1,000 a year for three years

    Refusing a breath test in New Jersey brings a violation surcharge of $1,000 a year for three years.

    Handbook: Chapter 7: Driver Privilege and Penalties — Breath Test

19. Question 19: D. In the first few minutes of rain

    In the first few minutes of rain, water mixes with oil on the road and makes it very slippery until more rain washes it away.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Skids and slippery roads

20. Question 20: A. Turn right with care, yielding to people crossing

    A green arrow lets you turn right even while the red light is on, but you must still yield to people crossing and cars already in the intersection.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

21. Question 21: B. It keeps you in your seat in a crash

    A seat belt keeps you in your seat and lowers the chance of serious injury in a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Seat belts and airbags

22. Question 22: C. Left turns by traffic from both directions

    This is a two-way left-turn lane. Drivers from both directions use it only to make left turns.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Pavement markings

23. Question 23: A. A yield sign is coming up

    This sign warns of a yield sign ahead, so slow down and be ready to give way.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

24. Question 24: D. Where to stop for a sign or signal

    A stop line shows where you must stop for a stop sign or a red light.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Pavement markings

25. Question 25: A. Return them to the MVC

    If a New Jersey motorist ends the vehicle insurance, the license plates must be returned to the MVC.

    Handbook: Chapter 9: Vehicle Information — License Plates

26. Question 26: C. $200

    New Jersey fines a driver $200 for a first offense of carrying an open or unsealed alcohol container in the passenger area.

    Handbook: Chapter 7: Driver Privilege and Penalties — Motor Vehicle Violations

27. Question 27: D. The bridge ahead is narrower than the road

    The narrow bridge sign means the bridge is narrower than the road. Slow down and watch for oncoming vehicles.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

28. Question 28: D. Stop behind it for the sign or signal

    A single solid white line across the road at a New Jersey intersection shows where you must stop for a traffic signal or sign.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules and Regulations — Intersections

29. Question 29: D. As a four-way stop

    When a New Jersey traffic signal is not lit because of a power failure, drivers must treat it as a four-way stop.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules and Regulations — Intersections

30. Question 30: A. The edge of the road

    A solid white edge line marks the right edge of the road and helps you stay on it at night and in fog.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Pavement markings

31. Question 31: A. Your windshield wipers

    New Jersey law requires headlights to be on when windshield wipers are in use, such as in rain, snow and ice.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules and Regulations — Using Headlights

32. Question 32: A. Walk around the car to check for children

    Small children can be hidden behind a car. Walk around it to check before you back out.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Leaving a parked car

33. Question 33: D. Work zones and road work

    Orange signs mark work zones. Expect lower speeds, lane changes and workers on the road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

34. Question 34: C. More fines and a longer suspension or jail

    Driving while suspended usually leads to more fines, a longer suspension, and possibly jail.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Penalties

35. Question 35: B. Park

    Put an automatic car in park and set the parking brake before you get out.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Parking on hills

36. Question 36: C. Parks, recreation and places of interest

    Brown signs guide you to parks, recreation areas and places of cultural or historic interest.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

37. Question 37: C. 4 car lengths

    The New Jersey rule of thumb is one car length, about 20 feet, for each 10 mph, so 40 mph calls for 4 car lengths.

    Handbook: Chapter 5: Defensive Driving — Keep a Safe Distance/Do Not Tailgate

38. Question 38: A. No driver should insist on taking it

    The law says who must yield, but no driver should insist on the right-of-way if it could cause a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Right-of-way basics

39. Question 39: B. The road may be slick when it is wet

    This slippery when wet sign means the road gets slick in rain. Slow down and avoid sudden braking or steering.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

40. Question 40: C. Use the sun visor and slow down

    Use the sun visor or sunglasses and slow down until you can see clearly.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Night and weather

41. Question 41: C. It needs much more distance to stop

    A loaded truck needs much more distance to stop than a car, so it may not be able to stop for you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Large trucks and buses

42. Question 42: B. Go straight and find another way

    Lane arrows must be followed. If you are in the wrong lane, go straight and find another route.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Lane use

43. Question 43: A. A 12 oz beer, a 5 oz glass of wine, and a 1.5 oz shot

    A standard 12 oz beer, 5 oz glass of wine and 1.5 oz shot of liquor each hold about the same alcohol.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — How alcohol affects you

44. Question 44: D. Stop, call 911, and help if you can

    Stop, call 911, and give help you are able to give. Do not move injured people unless they are in danger.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Crashes

45. Question 45: C. The lane just right of the center line

    When turning left onto a two-way street, finish in the lane just to the right of the center line.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Turns

46. Question 46: C. A steep downhill grade ahead

    The truck on a downward slope warns of a steep downhill grade. Check your speed and use a lower gear.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

47. Question 47: B. Stop for them

    New Jersey drivers must stop for a blind pedestrian using a white or metallic cane or a trained guide dog.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules and Regulations — Stopping Regulations

48. Question 48: A. Yes, there is usually an unmarked crosswalk

    At most intersections there is an unmarked crosswalk even with no painted lines, and you must yield to people using it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

49. Question 49: D. The top legal speed when conditions are good

    A speed limit sign shows the highest legal speed in good conditions. You may need to go slower when conditions are poor.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

50. Question 50: D. Directions, exits and distances

    Green guide signs show directions, exits and how far it is to places ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors