Brenna McGahan ch 1-6

Question 1

What identification proof must a driver present at the DMV?

Answer 1

1. One primary document
2. One secondary document
3. six points of ID
4. proof of address

Question 2

Where is the GDL decal placed on the car?

Answer 2

Top left corner of the front and rear license plates

Question 3

Where should your hands be placed at all times while driving (not including reverse)?

Answer 3

9 and 3 o’clock

Question 4

Where should hands be placed while driving in reverse?

Answer 4

left hand on top of the steering wheel and right hand behind passenger seat

Question 5

Where should the wheel be set when a vehicle is parked facing downhill?

Answer 5

wheels should be turned toward the curb

Question 6

What driving signal is represented by a hand downward, and a palm facing you?

Answer 6

the vehicle is stopping or slowing down

Question 7

What driving signal is represented by a hand and arm upward, and a palm facing forward?

Answer 7

the vehicle is turning right

Question 8

What driving signal is represented by a hand and arms straight out?

Answer 8

the vehicle is turning left

Question 9

What driving road are you taking if you are 16?

Answer 9

Early Bird Road

Question 10

What must all passengers in a car do?

Answer 10

Wear a seatbelt

Question 11

Which foot should you use for the break and gas pedal?

Answer 11

Right foot

Question 12

What are the two types of turns that will turn the vehicle around in the other direction?

Answer 12

3 point turn / K turn, and U-turn

Question 13

What is a contributing factor of fatal and other collisions?

Answer 13

exceeding the posted speed limit

Question 14

What is the posted speed limit?

Answer 14

the top speed a motorist can travel on that road, street, or highway

Question 15

When should you go 25 MPH?

Answer 15

in school zones, business or residential districts

Question 16

When is passing only safe?

Answer 16

when there is no oncoming traffic

Question 17

What should a motorist always be prepared to do?

Answer 17

yield

Question 18

What is an intersection?

Answer 18

where two or more roads cross/merge at angles

Question 19

What does a single white line across a road at the intersection mean?

Answer 19

it means the motorist must stop behind the line for a traffic signal or sign

Question 20

What are the 3 types of intersections?

Answer 20

controlled, uncontrolled, and blind

Question 21

What is an uncontrolled intersection?

Answer 21

it is when 2 or more roads join and there is no traffic signal or regulatory device

Question 22

What are acceleration lanes?

Answer 22

extra lanes at highway entrances that motorists use to speed up and join the flow of traffic

Question 23

What are weave lanes?

Answer 23

both an entrance and exit lane for a highway

Question 24

How many feet away should you use your turn signal?

Answer 24

100 feet

Question 25

How many feet away should a motorist be stopped from a railroad crossing when there are flashing lights?

Answer 25

15 feet

Question 26

How many feet away should a motorist be stopped from a school bus with flashing lights?

Answer 26

25 feet

Question 27

What must a motorist do if an emergency vehicle makes sound sirens and / or flashing lights?

Answer 27

yield and steer to the extreme right of the road until it passes

Question 28

What is the standard accident prevention formula?

Answer 28

be alert, be prepared, act in time

Question 29

What is aggressive driving?

Answer 29

the negative behavior of someone driving; going in and out of lanes

Question 30

What is road rage?

Answer 30

can cause someone to drive aggressively; lose their temper

Question 31

Why is distracted driving so dangerous?

Answer 31

can cause a collision

Question 32

List five causes of distracted driving

Answer 32

1) shaving 2) texting 3) lighting a cigarette 4) calling 5) applying makeup

Question 33

How can you avoid highway hypnosis?

Answer 33

rest every two hrs; do not look at the same object for a long time

Question 34

What are the consequences for driving while tired?

Answer 34

hitting someone; getting into an accident

Question 35

Why should a motorist keep a safe following distance?

Answer 35

no collision

Question 36

When should a motorist increase following distance?

Answer 36

during poor conditions and when you can't see

Question 37

What are the two times when it is safe and legal to pass another car?

Answer 37

not speeding and when it is necessary

Question 38

What is the limit the BAC can be when a 21 year old is driving?

Answer 38

.08

Question 39

What are the 4 factors that can influence a person's BAC?

Answer 39

1) quantity of alc consumed 2) a person's body weight 3) how quickly someone consumed drinks 4) food consumed

Question 40

12 ounces of beer is equal to how much amount of wine?

Answer 40

5 ounces

Question 41

If someone is driving impaired, what are some signs?

Answer 41

speeding, weaving in between two lanes, unsteady car movements

Question 42

What is the chemical substance in alcohol?

Answer 42

ethanol

Question 43

What is the most commonly used and abused drug in today's society?

Answer 43

alcohol

Question 44

How many alcoholic drinks can affect a person's behavior?

Answer 44

one

Question 45

Alcohol is absorbed in the what?

Answer 45

bloodstream

Question 46

If you have the a BAC of .05, you are how many more time likely to get into a collision?

Answer 46

twice

Question 47

Are there crosswalks at every intersection?

Answer 47

yes, they are called unmarked crosswalks.

Question 48

Pedestrians must obey what?

Answer 48

all signs and signals

Question 49

Motorcycles follow what rules?

Answer 49

same rules as 4-wheeled vehicles

Question 50

What is a no zone?

Answer 50

refers to a blind spot where a driver cannot see other vehicles

Question 51

Trucks may need how much more time when driving in poor conditions?

Answer 51

25% more time

Question 52

Do not pass on which side?

Answer 52

the right

Question 53

What is the best way to avoid animals?

Answer 53

expect the unexpected and proceed with caution

Question 54

All mopeds cannot exceed what?

Answer 54

25 mph

Question 55

If you move, how many days do you have to register your vehicle?

Answer 55

60 days

Question 56

What must you do when you buy a new or use vehicles?

Answer 56

get it titled, registered, and insured

Question 57

Registrations are valid for how many years?

Answer 57

1

Question 58

Stolen or lost plates first report to who?

Answer 58

the police

Question 59

Inspections are valid for how many years?

Answer 59

2

Question 60

After you get your vehicle registered, how many days do you have to get it inspected?

Answer 60

14 days

Question 61

All vehicles in NJ must have what type of insurance?

Answer 61

liability