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Driver's Ed
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A diamond shaped sign is a... | warning sign |
| The shape of a STOP sign is an... | octagon |
| A triangular shaped sign is a... | yield sign |
| What color is used to alert motorists that they must share the road or street with pedestrians? | yellow |
| When approaching or nearing an uncontrolled intersection, you should… | Reduce speed and be ready to stop if any traffic is coming from left or right |
| When two or more roads join and there is no signal or regulatory device, it is good practice to… | reduce speed and be ready to stop |
| A supervising driver for the holder of a validated GDL Permit must meet which of the following requirements? | -at least 21 -licensed for 3 years -licensed in NJ |
| In order to obtain a Probationary License, the holder of a validated GDL Special Learners Permits must meet which of the following requirements? | -completed six months of supervised driving without any suspensions or postponements -must pass the MVC’s road and vision test -must be at least 17 years old |
| A Probationary driver is Probationary for how long? | 1 year |
| Any change of address must be reported to the MVC within what time period? | 1 week |
| Any change of name must be reported to the MVC within what time period? | 2 weeks |
| The holder of a probationary driver license is not permitted to the use of what while driving? | No using hand-held or hands-free cell phones or any other electronic devices |
| When the pavement is marked with two centerlines, one solid and one broken, passing is... | only allowed on the side with the broken line |
| Getting or altering a driver license illegally may result in what penalties? | -the loss of a motorists driving privilege -a fine up to $1,000 -and/or imprisonment |
| Before practice driving is permitted, the permit holder must pass the required MVC's Knowledge test and vision exam, have a validated permit and obtain what other item for the vehicle? | red GDL decals |
| How much is the fine for violation of any of the restrictions of the GDL Permit or Probationary License? | $100 |
| During a probationary period, a motorist must enroll in a probationary Driving School Program when... | they have been convicted of two or more moving violations totaling four or more points |
| Upon completion of the GDL requirements, (one year of unsupervised driving) the holder of a Probationary License must visit any MVC agency to obtain what? | the basic driver's license |
| If your driver license is lost or stolen, who you should immediately notify? | the police |
| Under NJ law, motorists signaling a right turn must yield to which individuals? | any pedestrians, bicyclists, and inline skaters or skateboarders |
| The meaning of a hand signal when a drivers hand and arm are straight out is what? | left turn |
| A child under the age of eight and who are less than 57 inches ( four feet nine inches) tall must be properly belted and placed where? | in the rear of the vehicle in a forward facing carseat |
| In the event of a crash or sudden stop, use of seat belts may do what? | -keep motorists and passengers from being thrown from a vehicle in a collision -slow a body down with the vehicle -keep a motorist/passenger from sliding on the seat during sudden stops and turns |
| You must signal at least how many feet before turning? | 100 ft |
| If your brakes suddenly fail, the first thing you should try to do is what? | shift into lower gear and pump the gas pedal fast and hard several times |
| When parking downhill on a street with a curb, the vehicle's wheels should be turned... | towards the curb |
| To drive in reverse, you must do what with your body? | turn both your head and body to the right until you can see clearly through the back window of the vehicle without using mirrors |
| Bright beam lights are used for what? | open country roads or if there is low visibility |
| If the driver of a large truck or bus cannot see you in his rearview or side view mirrors, you are in what? | a blind spot/no-zone |
| Signals should be used when? | -turning -changing lanes -slowing down |
| You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant? | 10 ft |
| The speed limit in a school zone, unless otherwise posted, is... | 25 mph |
| When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights you must stop how many feet from the crossing? | 15 ft away |
| You may not park within how many feet of a stop sign? | 50 ft |
| You can reduce your chances of being in an accident by knowing and using the standard accident prevention formula. What is the accident prevention formula? | Be alert, Be prepared, Act in time |
| If you have a flat tire or blowout, you should perform what actions? | get your foot off the gas, then hold the steering wheel firmly and keep the vehicle straight while gradually slowing down |
| In extreme cases, an aggressive driver may cause... | road rage or collision |
| What actions could lead to distracted driving? | eating while driving, using a cellphone or any other electronic devices, adjusting the radio or CD player, lighting a cigarette, applying makeup and many others |
| To avoid "highway hypnosis" when driving, it is a good practice to... | not look at any one thing for more than a few seconds and rest every 2 hours and/or share the driving with another licensed motorist |
| In city driving, you should drive, watch, and look... | 12 seconds ahead to avoid accidents |
| All drivers, during rain, snow and ice must have what turned on? | their windshield wipers and headlights |
| To maintain a proper following distance when you driving, you should stay at least... | one car length back for each 10 mph of speed |
| What are some signs of a defensive driver? | -alert -using good judgement -good reaction time |
| What are some signs of an aggressive driver? | -unexpectedly altering speed of a vehicle -making improper or erratic lane changes -disregarding traffic control devices -failing to yield the right of way -following another vehicle too closely |
| During bad weather conditions, a truck takes longer to stop. This can be as much as ______% more? | 25% |
| If a driver of a large truck or bus cannot see you in his rear view mirrors, you are in... | a blind spot/no-zone |
| If you go into a skid, you should… | turn in the direction the rear of the vehicle is turning |
| If your wheels drift onto the shoulder of the road and you want to return to the paved road, you should do what? | slow down, regain control, and turn slowly onto the road |
| The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol related accident is to what? | not drive at all after drinking |
| Driving while under the influence of intoxicating beverages means what? | that a driver’s senses and judgment are impaired by alcohol |
| After two, three, or four drinks, alcohol begins to impair your... | reaction time, coordination, and balance |