Michaela Walsh Chapter 1-3

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 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

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

Answer 6

wheels should be turned away from the curb

Question 7

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

Answer 7

the vehicle is stopping of slowing down

Question 8

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

Answer 8

the vehicle is turning right

Question 9

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

Answer 9

the vehicle is turning left

Question 10

How many passengers can a permit holder drive with?

Answer 10

one parent or guardian and one additional passenger

Question 11

What is the speed limit in school zones and business or residential districts?

Answer 11

25 mph

Question 12

What is the speed limit in suburban businesses and residential districts?

Answer 12

35 mph

Question 13

What is the speed limit on non-posted rural highways?

Answer 13

50 mph

Question 14

What is the speed limit on certain state highways (as posted) and interstates?

Answer 14

55 mph

Question 15

What is the speed limit on certain interstate highways (as posted)?

Answer 15

65 mph

Question 16

When approaching an uncontrolled intersection, a motorist must ______?

Answer 16

reduce speed and be ready to stop

Question 17

When approaching a curve in the road, a vehicle tends to ______?

Answer 17

keep going straight

Question 18

You are authorized to turn right at a red light only after ______?

Answer 18

coming to a complete stop and checking for traffic

Question 19

You may only pass on the ____ side.

Answer 19

left

Question 20

When the line is broken, can you pass?

Answer 20

yes

Question 21

When the line is solid, can you pass?

Answer 21

no

Question 22

On a two-lane road or highway separated by lines, what must a motorist do when approaching a school bus with flashing lights?

Answer 22

stop at least 25 ft away from the bus

Question 23

On a dual lane highway, the motorist on the other side of the raised median should do what when approaching a school bus with flashing lights?

Answer 23

slow down to 10 mph

Question 24

If a bus stops directly in front of a school to pick up or drop off children, what must the car behind do?

Answer 24

the motorist can pass the bus at a speed no faster than 10 mph

Question 25

When an emergency vehicle is approaching with sirens and or flashing lights, what must the motorist do?

Answer 25

steer to the extreme right of the road, stop, and wait for the emergency vehicle to pass

Question 26

What is aggressive driving?

Answer 26

dangerous, aggressive driving behaviors

Question 27

What is road rage?

Answer 27

being upset or angry and allowing your emotions to get in the way or affect your driving

Question 28

What is Maggie's Law?

Answer 28

you cannot drive if you know that you have not gotten enough sleep/ are sleep-deprived

Question 29

Tailgating can cause _____.

Answer 29

accidents/ collisions

Question 30

What is a safe following distance?

Answer 30

one car length per 10 mph

Question 31

What is the 3 second rule?

Answer 31

a method in confirming that your following distance is safe: if there is 3 seconds between the car in front of you passing a non-moving object before you pass it, your following distance is safe

Question 32

When are you permitted to use your bright beam or high beam lights?

Answer 32

at night when no cars are near

Question 33

In a city, how far ahead should you look?

Answer 33

12 seconds

Question 34

Traffic fines in NJ double when violations occur in _______.

Answer 34

a construction zone

Question 35

What do you do if your car begins to skid?

Answer 35

take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the wheel in the direction that the car is skidding

Question 36

What do you do if you drift into the shoulder of the road?

Answer 36

slow down, regain control, and turn slowly back onto the road

Question 37

What is the best way to reduce the risk of a crash cause by drinking?

Answer 37

do not drive after drinking AT ALL

Question 38

It is illegal for an individual who is 21 or over to drive with a BAC of ______ or higher.

Answer 38

.08

Question 39

For individuals younger than 21, it is illegal to drive with a BAC of ___ or higher.

Answer 39

0.01

Question 40

A motorist with a BAC of .05 is _____ times more likely to get in an accident.

Answer 40

2

Question 41

1.5 oz of liquor = ??

Answer 41

12 oz of beer or 5 oz of wine

Question 42

What have most motorists been drinking when pulled over for drinking and driving?

Answer 42

beer

Question 43

What are the signs that someone is driving drunk?

Answer 43

speeding, weaving, slow driving, jerking motions, or quick stops

Question 44

What may happen to the host of a house party if a guest is involved in a drinking and driving collision after leaving the party?

Answer 44

they may become involved in a lawsuit

Question 45

What is a designated driver?

Answer 45

driver responsible for the safe transportation of friends or family members who have been drinking alcoholic beverages

Question 46

After alcohol, what drug is most often found with drivers involved in collisions?

Answer 46

marijuana