Permit Test

Question 1

If your wheels drift onto the shoulder of the road and you want to return to the paved road you should:

Answer 1

slow, down and slightly turn the steering wheel towards the roadway.

Question 2

When parking downhill on a street with a curb, the vehile’s wheels should be:

Answer 2

turned toward the curb.

Question 3

The bright beam lights are used for:

Answer 3

Open country driving and where there is no traffic in sight.

Question 4

When approaching a curve, your vehicle may tend to:

Answer 4

keep going straight.

Question 5

What requirement must be met by the superviser driver accompanying the holder of a validated GDL Permit (under 21)?

Answer 5

must be 21 years or older and seated on the front seat, must be a New Jersey licensed driver, and must be licensed for a minimum of 3 years

Question 6

A diamond shape sign is a:

Answer 6

construction and warning sign

Question 7

The holder of a validated GDL Special Learner Permit or Examination Permit (under 21) must meet which of the following requirements before obtaining a Probationary License

Answer 7

must pass a knowledge, vision and road test, must be at least 17 years old, must have completed a minimum of six months of supervised driving without any
suspensions or postponements

Question 8

If under 21, New Jersey law states that you may be under the influence if your BAC is:

Answer 8

more than 10% but less than .15%, more than .05% but less than 10%, more than .01% but less than .05%

Question 9

To avoid hydroplaning and losing control of the vehicle on a wet road surface, you should:

Answer 9

slow down and drive on the highest point on the road

Question 10

Under the GDL Program, after passing the road test, a Probationary Driver is Probationary for how long?

Answer 10

1 year

Question 11

The holder of a validated GDL Special Learner Permit may not drive between the hours of:

Answer 11

11:01pm and 5:00 am

Question 12

An acceleration lane is:

Answer 12

an extra lane at a highway entrance

Question 13

If a person has been drinking, which of the following can sober them up?

Answer 13

time

Question 14

The holder of a validated GDL permit (21 years of age or older) is restricted to what driving hours?

Answer 14

no restrictions apply

Question 15

When sharing the road with large trucks or buses, you should:

Answer 15

give more road space to a truck making a wide turn, leave more space when stopping behind a truck or bus, maintain a consistent speed when passing

Question 16

While driving, the holder of a GDL Permit or Probationary Driver License is not permitted the use of:

Answer 16

hand-held or hands free cell phone or any electronic devices.

Question 17

If you have a flat tire or blowout, you should:

Answer 17

slow down gradually and remove the foot from the gas pedal

Question 18

After driving through a deep puddle, you should immediately:

Answer 18

test your brakes

Question 19

A triangular shaped sign is a:

Answer 19

yield sign

Question 20

In city driving, a motorist should:

Answer 20

drive slowly, yield to pedestrians and look at least 12 seconds ahead

Question 21

The holder of a Probationary License, who is under the age of 21, may drive unsupervised when the following requirement has been met:

Answer 21

passed a MVC road test, after completing the minimum 6 months of supervised driving

Question 22

In adverse weather conditions, a truck takes longer to stop. This can be as much as.

Answer 22

25% more

Question 23

You should always yield to:

Answer 23

emergency vehicles, buses re-entering traffic other vehicles already in the intersection, pedestrians in crosswalk

Question 24

Driving while under the influence of intoxicating beverages means:

Answer 24

a driver’s senses and judgment are impaired by alcohol

Question 25

Passing on the right is allowed only on roads with more than one lane going in the same direction, when:

Answer 25

the motorist ahead is turning left and there is room to pass

Question 26

The best way to enter a curve is:

Answer 26

slow down before entering the curve

Question 27

When approaching or nearing an uncontrolled intersection you should:

Answer 27

reduce speed and be ready to stop

Question 28

The orders of colors on a traffic light hung vertically is:

Answer 28

red, yellow, green

Question 29

If your driving privilege is suspended for a motor vehicle violation or any other violation, you:

Answer 29

may not drive for any reason until the period of suspension ends and your license is restored

Question 30

When your driving privilege is restored for points suspension or after completing a Driver Improvement Program, you will be on a probationary period for:

Answer 30

1 year

Question 31

In city driving, a good habit is to:

Answer 31

look 12 seconds ahead

Question 32

The shape of a yield sign is:

Answer 32

triangle

Question 33

Whether your blood alcohol content (BAC) rises above legal limits depends on:

Answer 33

amount you drink, your weight, time you take to drink

Question 34

A twelve-ounce can or bottle of beer has as much alcohol in it as:

Answer 34

5 oz glass of wine (12%)

Question 35

To safely share the road with large trucks and buses, you must know:

Answer 35

the limitations of these vehicles regarding visibility, required stopping distances and maneuverability

Question 36

In the event of a crash or sudden stop, use of seat belts may:

Answer 36

Keep you from sliding off the seat, from hitting the windsheild and from being thrown from the car.

Question 37

When a school bus has stopped directly in front of a school to pick up or let off children, a motorist may pass from either direction at a speed of no more than:

Answer 37

10 m.p.h.

Question 38

Who is required by the GDL law to wear a seat belt in the vehicle?

Answer 38

the driver and all passengers

Question 39

Every vehicle in New Jersey must be insured for:

Answer 39

liability

Question 40

If a motorist of a large truck or bus cannot see you in his rearview or side-view mirrors, you are:

Answer 40

in the no-zone or blind spot

Question 41

Fines will be imposed to motorist:

Answer 41

failing to remove snow or ice from a vehicle, leaving the vehicle idling for more than three minutes, who violates the "move over law"

Question 42

New Jersey's Implied Consent Law means, that by simply using NJ roads, motorists have agreed to a:

Answer 42

Breath Test

Question 43

Any change of address must be reported to the MVC within what time period?

Answer 43

1 week

Question 44

When two or more roads join and there are no signs or signals, it is good practice to:

Answer 44

reduce speed and be ready to stop if necessary

Question 45

When making any turns, state law requires a motorist to get in the proper lane and signal at least:

Answer 45

100 feet before the turn

Question 46

When you see or hear emergency vehicles responding with sirens and/or flashing lights, you must:

Answer 46

pull over to the extreme right of roadway and stop, letting them pass you

Question 47

If you miss your exit on an expressway, you should:

Answer 47

go on to the next exit

Question 48

To avoid "highway hypnosis" when driving, it is a good practice to:

Answer 48

avoid looking at any one thing more than a few seconds

Question 49

Before practice driving can begin, in addition to a valid registration and a valid insurance card, the GDL driver must also have:

Answer 49

a validated permit from a MVC Driver Testing Center

Question 50

Road surfaces are most slippery:

Answer 50

during the first few minutes of a rainfall

Question 51

If a person has too much to drink in your home and has a motor vehicle accident after leaving your home, you may:

Answer 51

become involved in a lawsuit

Question 52

To maintain a proper following distance when driving, you should stay at least:

Answer 52

three-seconds-plus behind the vehicle in front of you

Question 53

The New Jersey speed limit in a business or residential district, unless otherwise posted, is:

Answer 53

25 m.p.h.

Question 54

On a two-lane road, not near a school, when a school bus is stopped and it's red lights are flashing:

Answer 54

you must stop

Question 55

The best way to "talk" to other motorists on the road is to:

Answer 55

use your horn, lights and hand signals

Question 56

The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol related accident is to:

Answer 56

not drive at all after drinking

Question 57

The holder of a GDL Special Learner or Examination permit (under 21) is limited to the following passenger restrictions:

Answer 57

dependents and one additional person, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian

Question 58

When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, you must:

Answer 58

stop at least 15 feet from crossing

Question 59

The rules for passing depend on the type of road. If both center lines are solid:

Answer 59

passing is not allowed

Question 60

A Special Learner Permit may be purchased by an approved instructor, when the applicant:

Answer 60

is at least 16 years old and under 17, has a signed consent by parent or guardian, is enrolled in an approved NJDOE behind-the-wheel driver training course or commercial driving school

Question 61

An octagon shape sign means:

Answer 61

stop

Question 62

Which of the following convictions will result in an Insurance Surcharge:

Answer 62

driving unlicensed or suspended, DUI of Liquor/Drugs and/or Refusal to Take a Breathalyzer Test, No liability insurance on a motor vehicle

Question 63

The driving hours of a GDL Examination Permit or Probationary License holder (under. 21 years of age) are restricted to:

Answer 63

5:01 am to 11:00 pm

Question 64

If a motorist has reached a BAC of 10%, the risk of causing a motor vehicle accident is:

Answer 64

six times as great

Question 65

When driving at night, be sure that you can stop:

Answer 65

within the distance you can see ahead

Question 66

The meaning of a hand signal when a driver's hand and arm are downward is:

Answer 66

stop or slow down

Question 67

If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident that causes injury to another person, while your driving privileges are suspended, you are subject to:

Answer 67

a fine, continued suspension and potential jail sentence

Question 68

Driving privileges will be postponed or suspended to any unlicensed person (13 to 21 years of age) convicted of:

Answer 68

buying alcoholic beverages and/or driving under the influence (DUI), graffiti, setting false alarms

Question 69

A motorist should be cautious in farm country or in open land because:

Answer 69

unexpected crossing of livestock and/or deer

Question 70

If you go into a skid you should:

Answer 70

take your foot off the gas pedal

Question 71

How much is the fine for violating any restrictions of the GDL Permit or Probationary License?

Answer 71

$100.00 and/or a possible suspension of driving privileges

Question 72

You may not park within how many feet of a stop sign?

Answer 72

50 feet

Question 73

Driving at a speed of 35 mph or more on wet road surfaces, can cause:

Answer 73

the tires to hydroplane and the motorist to lose control of the vehicle

Question 74

In city driving, a motorist should:

Answer 74

drive slowly, yield to pedestrians and look at least 12 seconds ahead

Question 75

Refusal of a breath test in NJ is equal to driving with a BAC of 10% and a MVC insurance surcharge of:

Answer 75

$1000 per year for 3 years

Question 76

If you miss your exit on an expressway you should:

Answer 76

go on to the next exit

Question 77

To avoid a spin, while in a skid, you should:

Answer 77

turn in the same direction the rear of the vehicle is skidding

Question 78

It is good practice to keep a safe distance to:

Answer 78

give you time to react to emergencies

Question 79

You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?

Answer 79

10 feet

Question 80

During daylight hours when rain, snow or ice, motorists must turn on:

Answer 80

wipers and headlights

Question 81

Unless a no-turn on red sign is posted, NJ law allows a right turn on red after a motorist:

Answer 81

makes a full stop and checks traffic

Question 82

At what age is the holder of a GDL Permit (young adult) eligible to obtain a Basic Driver License?

Answer 82

at age 18, with completion of all Probationary requirements, without any suspensions or postponements

Question 83

Altering a driver's license, or showing an altered driver's license, may result in:

Answer 83

a suspension, a fine and up to six months imprisonment

Question 84

After two to four drinks, alcohol begins to impair your:

Answer 84

reaction time, coordination and balance, and judgment

Question 85

The speed limit in a school zone, unless otherwise posted, is:

Answer 85

25 m.p.h.

Question 86

Applying for a drivers license illegally may result in:

Answer 86

licensed suspension, fine of $200 to $500 and/or imprisonment

Question 87

If a motorist have reached a BAC of slightly above .05%, the risk of causing a motor vehicle accident is:

Answer 87

double

Question 88

A railroad crossing sign is a:

Answer 88

black and yellow (circle)

Question 89

A deceleration lane is:

Answer 89

an extra lane at a highway exit

Question 90

When driving or stopping behind a large truck or a bus, you should:

Answer 90

leave enough space so that the truck driver can spot you, in his rearview mirror

Question 91

If you come to a multi-way stop at the same time as another motorist, you must:

Answer 91

yield to the motorist on right

Question 92

When passing a large truck or bus, it is important to remember:

Answer 92

there are several no-zones (blind spots) in which the driver cannot see you

Question 93

If a motorist is passing you, you should:

Answer 93

slow down to make the pass easier for the other motorist

Question 94

The meaning of a hand-signal when a driver's hand and arm are straight out is:

Answer 94

left turn

Question 95

The vehicle used for the road test may not have:

Answer 95

any obstructions or consoles between the driver and the examiner

Question 96

If a motorist have reached a BAC of .15%, the risk of causing a motor vehicle accident is:

Answer 96

25 times as great

Question 97

Signals should be used:

Answer 97

when turning, changing lanes, stopping and slowing down

Question 98

When parking uphill on a street with a curb, the vehicle's wheels should be:

Answer 98

turned away from the curb

Question 99

When approaching or nearing an uncontrolled intersection you should:

Answer 99

reduce speed and be ready to stop

Question 100

You can reduce your chances of being involved in an accident by knowing and using the standard accident prevention formula:

Answer 100

be alert, be prepared, act in time