Practice test 2 of 10 — New Jersey permit test

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1. Question 1: B. Slow down, and pull off the road to stop

   Slow down with low beams on. If you must stop, pull fully off the road so cars behind do not hit you.

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

2. Question 2: A. Knowingly driving while impaired by lack of sleep

   Maggie's Law makes it illegal in New Jersey to knowingly drive while impaired by lack of sleep, treating it as recklessness under vehicular homicide.

   Handbook: Chapter 5: Defensive Driving — Tired Driver/Highway Hypnosis

3. Question 3: A. The car coming from the ramp

   In a New Jersey weave lane, the driver entering from the ramp must yield the right-of-way to the driver leaving the expressway.

   Handbook: Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules and Regulations — Special Highway, Parkway, and Turnpike Conditions

4. Question 4: D. Yield to the oncoming car

   A driver turning left must yield to oncoming traffic that is close enough to be a hazard.

   Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Uncontrolled intersections

5. Question 5: B. Daydreaming about your plans

   A cognitive distraction takes your mind off driving, such as daydreaming, even if your eyes are on the road.

   Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Distracted driving

6. Question 6: B. Come to a full stop

   New Jersey law says you must stop for a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk, which means a full stop, not just slowing or yielding.

   Handbook: Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules and Regulations — Pedestrians in a Crosswalk

7. Question 7: D. To report a fire or a traffic crash

   New Jersey allows hand-held phone use only in emergencies such as a fire, traffic crash, serious road hazard or medical emergency, with one hand on the wheel.

   Handbook: Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules and Regulations — Cellular Telephones

8. Question 8: B. Seconds stay right at any speed

   A time gap grows with your speed on its own, so a count of seconds stays right at any speed.

   Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Following distance

9. Question 9: C. No, you are still impaired

   Energy drinks may make you feel alert, but you are still impaired by the alcohol in your body.

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

10. Question 10: B. Going too fast to stop within your lights' reach

    You overdrive your headlights when you drive too fast to stop within the distance your lights show.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Speed and road conditions

11. Question 11: C. Traffic will soon come toward you on this road

    The two-way traffic sign warns that oncoming traffic will soon use the same road as you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

12. Question 12: C. Clear the intersection, then pull over

    Do not stop in an intersection. Clear it first, then pull to the right and stop.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Emergency vehicles

13. Question 13: A. It may not turn off on its own

    Many motorcycle turn signals do not turn off on their own, so wait to see the rider actually turn.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Motorcycles

14. Question 14: B. $200 to $400

    New Jersey fines a first hand-held phone offense $200 to $400, with higher fines for later offenses.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules and Regulations — Cellular Telephones

15. Question 15: B. Others may think you are turning left

    Swinging wide confuses other drivers and can lead a car to pass on your right. Keep close to the curb.

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

16. Question 16: C. So a driver about to pass will see it

    A driver getting ready to pass looks to the left, so the no-passing zone pennant is placed there where it will be seen.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

17. Question 17: B. Trains cannot stop quickly or steer away

    A train cannot steer and may need a mile or more to stop, so you must always yield to it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Railroad crossings

18. Question 18: D. Six seconds or more

    On snow-covered roads, New Jersey advises a following distance of six seconds or more.

    Handbook: Chapter 5: Defensive Driving — Reduced Visibility

19. Question 19: C. Slowly, looking all around you

    Back out slowly and look all around. Your view may be blocked by the cars next to you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Angle parking

20. Question 20: B. Bikes may use the full lane, so expect them in it

    This shared-lane marking means bikes may use the full lane, so expect cyclists in it and pass only when safe.

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

21. Question 21: D. Judgment

    Alcohol affects judgment first, so a driver may feel fine while making poor choices.

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

22. Question 22: B. A safe gap in traffic from both ways

    When turning left onto a road where traffic does not stop, you cross both lanes, so you need a safe gap from both ways.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Stop signs and intersections

23. Question 23: B. Slow down and get ready to stop

    This sign warns of a stop sign ahead. Slow down so you can stop at it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

24. Question 24: B. Stop and let them pass first

    People on the sidewalk have the right-of-way at a driveway. Stop and let them pass.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

25. Question 25: C. 6 points

    New Jersey drivers with 6 or more points within three years pay a surcharge of $150 for six points and $25 for each extra point.

    Handbook: Chapter 7: Driver Privilege and Penalties — Violation Surcharges and Point Violations

26. Question 26: B. You agree to a breath test after a DUI arrest

    Under New Jersey's implied consent law, by using the state's roads you have agreed to a breath test after an arrest for an intoxicated driving offense.

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

27. Question 27: D. An overpass or bridge with limited space above

    A low clearance sign shows how much space there is under an overpass or bridge, so tall vehicles can avoid it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

28. Question 28: C. No, it is a traffic violation

    New Jersey makes driving on public or private property to avoid a traffic signal or sign a motor vehicle violation, worth 2 points.

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

29. Question 29: B. They are doubled

    The New Jersey manual says all traffic fines are doubled in work zones, where reduced speed signs are posted with orange signs.

    Handbook: Chapter 11: Appendix: Driver Safety — Road Work Signs

30. Question 30: B. They should yield, but you must still avoid them

    Pedestrians outside a crosswalk should yield to cars, but drivers must still take care not to hit anyone.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

31. Question 31: C. 500 feet

    New Jersey requires headlights whenever visibility is 500 feet or less, as in fog, mist or smoke.

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

32. Question 32: B. Others may not expect it, and it can cause a crash

    Changing lanes in an intersection surprises other drivers and people crossing, so it often causes crashes.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Changing lanes

33. Question 33: A. Avoid driving on the edge of the road

    A soft shoulder sign means the edge of the road is loose or soft. Avoid driving onto the shoulder.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

34. Question 34: D. An area near your car your mirrors do not show

    A blind spot is an area near your car that your mirrors do not show, so you must turn your head to check it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Changing lanes

35. Question 35: B. Turn your head and look over your shoulder

    Mirrors do not show everything. A quick look over your shoulder checks the blind spot before you move.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Changing lanes

36. Question 36: D. Stop and let them cross

    A white cane or guide dog means the person may be blind. Always stop and let them cross; do not honk.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

37. Question 37: D. At least 300 feet

    After an emergency vehicle passes, the New Jersey manual says to "keep at least 300 feet behind a signaling emergency vehicle."

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

38. Question 38: D. Open space around your car on all sides

    A space cushion is room around your car on all sides so you have time and space to react.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Managing space

39. Question 39: A. Fuel is available at or near the next exit

    Blue signs show services for drivers. A gas pump symbol means fuel is available near the next exit.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Guide and service signs

40. Question 40: A. Pull over to a safe place first

    Pull over to a safe place before using your phone, since calls take your mind off driving.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Distracted driving

41. Question 41: C. Near schools, parks, and playgrounds

    Children near schools, parks and playgrounds may run into the road without looking.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Pedestrians

42. Question 42: D. Keep a safe following distance

    A safe following distance gives you time to react and stop if the car ahead stops suddenly.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Following distance

43. Question 43: C. When it is turning left and there is room

    You may pass on the right when the car ahead is turning left or on a road with two or more lanes your way, if it is safe.

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

44. Question 44: B. Look through the gap and pull over

    Look through the gap under the hood or out the side window, slow down and pull off the road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Vehicle failures

45. Question 45: A. You may be in their blind spot and boxed in

    Driving beside other cars can leave you in their blind spot with no room to move if something happens.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Managing space

46. Question 46: B. Warn you of a hazard or change ahead

    Diamond-shaped signs are warning signs. They tell you about a hazard or change in the road ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

47. Question 47: D. Send a written report to the MVC within 10 days

    When a New Jersey crash causes injury or more than $500 in damage and no police report is filed, send a written report to the MVC within 10 days.

    Handbook: Chapter 5: Defensive Driving — What to Do in Case of a Crash

48. Question 48: D. Take turns and let one car in at a time

    When lanes merge, take turns and leave room so each driver can merge smoothly and safely.

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

49. Question 49: A. Watch for cars joining and adjust your speed

    At a merge, both drivers share the job. Watch for cars joining and adjust your speed or lane to help them merge.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

50. Question 50: C. All traffic and people walking

    When entering a street from a driveway or alley, yield to all traffic on the street and to people on the sidewalk.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Entering a roadway