Driver's Test

Question 1

Unless otherwise posted, you should travel at _________when driving through school zones, business or residential districts.

Answer 1

25 mph

Question 2

The stopping distance for a moving vehicle is calculated by adding:

Answer 2

perception distance plus reaction distance plus braking distance

Question 3

Following too closely behind a vehicle is also known as:

Answer 3

tailgating

Question 4

The most common type of parking on city streets is:

Answer 4

parallel

Question 5

When a school bus stops on a two-lane road with its red lights flashing, all motorists traveling behind or approaching it must:

Answer 5

stop their vehicles at a distance of 25 feet from the bus

Question 6

When making a left turn at a controlled intersection, a motorist must yield to:

Answer 6

on coming traffic

Question 7

When turning a vehicle around, a motorist should start from the right edge of a road and follow _________ to make a turn during MVC’s road test.

Answer 7

the “K” turn method

Question 8

To avoid a collision, a driver must maintain at least _________ following distance for each 10 mph of speed.

Answer 8

one car length

Question 9

If you cannot drive your vehicle due to excessive alcohol, you must:

Answer 9

have a designated driver

Question 10

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the use of headlights?

Answer 10

High beams are used when driving behind other vehicles

Question 11

Seat belts must be worn by…

Answer 11

All occupants of a vehicle including the driver.

Question 12

“No-Zone” refers to:

Answer 12

blind spots around trucks

Question 13

A right turn at a stop signal is only permitted after:

Answer 13

coming to a full stop and checking traffic

Question 14

Motorists must avoid highway hypnosis by:

Answer 14

varying your eyes’ point of focus

Question 15

When you experience a flat tire or blowout, you must:

Answer 15

maintain the vehicle’s forward directional line

Question 16

Compared to the numbers of a clock face, where should the two hands be placed on the steering wheel to maximize control?

Answer 16

at 9 and 3

Question 17

When driving at night in a heavy fog, you must use:

Answer 17

low bean headlights

Question 18

Motorists should never turn the vehicle ignition to the lock position while the vehicle is in motion, because the action:

Answer 18

locks the steering wheel

Question 19

Motorists should switch on the turn signal at least _________ before turning to let the other drivers know their intentions.

Answer 19

100 feet

Question 20

Motorists entering a highway from an entrance ramp must yield the right of way to:

Answer 20

all traffic on the main road

Question 21

If you wish to exit a freeway or expressway, you must use _________ to reduce your speed.

Answer 21

deceleration lane

Question 22

In New Jersey, it is illegal for an individual who is 21 years of age or older to drive with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of:

Answer 22

.08% or more

Question 23

When driving through curves, motorists must use the _________ technique to retain grip on the steering wheel.

Answer 23

hand over hand method

Question 24

Passing is not allowed on either side of a highway when:

Answer 24

both side have a yellow line making (two yellow lines)

Question 25

Which of the following is not legally allowed when using turnpikes?

Answer 25

come to a full stop in the acceleration land after a blowout or disabled car ( proceed to the shoulder beyond acceleration lane )

Question 26

If your vehicle's wheels drift onto the shoulder of the road, you must:

Answer 26

try not to abruptly turn the wheel back onto the road -- this can often result in losing control and crossing the exiting the highway on the opposite side

Question 27

Where does a motorist who is using hand signals position his or her hand to indicate slowing or stopping?

Answer 27

The left hand is positioned hanging down.

Question 28

What should you do when you leave your vehicle parked on an uphill slope parallel to the curb?

Answer 28

Hand brake must be set and the steering wheel must be pointed away from the curb

Question 29

Motorists must use headlights:

Answer 29

one half an hour before sunrise and one half an hour after sunset

Question 30

If a vehicle is approaching with high-beams, a motorist should look _________ until the vehicle passes.

Answer 30

to the right of the road

Question 31

A motorist must stop _________ from railroad crossings when there are flashing lights, ringing bells or flag signals.

Answer 31

at least 15 feet

Question 32

A single solid white line across a road at an intersection means that a motorist must _________ for a traffic signal or sign.

Answer 32

stop behind/before the line

Question 33

When is it legal to use the shoulder of a road for passing another vehicle?

Answer 33

it is not legal to use the shoulder for passing a vehicle in the road

Question 34

If a vehicle stalls on the tracks and the motorist sees a train coming, the motorist must:

Answer 34

get out and walk clear of the tracks

Question 35

A good rule on snow-covered roads (with reduced visibility) is to maintain a following distance of _________ or more.

Answer 35

six seconds

Question 36

While driving a motor vehicle on a public road or highway, the state law prohibits the use of hand held cell phones for:

Answer 36

any reason

Question 37

Which of the following are three types of intersections on the road?

Answer 37

blind, controlled, uncontrolled

Question 38

When a traffic signal turns green at an intersection and you are going straight through, you must:

Answer 38

make sure there are no vehicles approaching or in the intersection or still occupying it