GDL Program rules and restrictions.
How old must one be to get a Basic Unrestricted License?
a) At least 17
b) At least 18
c) At least 19
d) Any age under 21
b) At least 18
Exp: As a part of the Graduated Driver License Program you may take different paths, but all drivers must be at least 18 to receive their first basis drivers license.
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What color is a road work sign?
a) Red
b) Green
c) Yellow
d) Orange
d) Orange
Road work signs are a type of warning sign and are orange for easy identification. Other warning signs may be yellow or green.
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What are the four types of intersections?
a) Controlled, uncontrolled, blind line of sight, and traffic circle
b) Regulated, unregulated, line of sign, car circle
c) Controlled, unregulated, blind line of sight, motorist cycle
d) Regulated, uncontrolled, blind line of sight, motorist circle
a) Controlled, uncontrolled, blind line of sight, and traffic circle
Controlled intersection: Has signs/signals/officer
Uncontrolled intersection: No signs/signals
A blind line of sight: Visual obstruction.
Traffic circle: Circular intersection
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What are the factors that determine Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)?
a) Quantity of alcohol consumed, body weight, how quickly drinks were consumed, and food eaten
b) Quantity of alcohol consumed, body weight, how quickly drinks were consumed, and where the alcohol is from
c) Quantity of alcohol consumed, gender, how quickly drinks were consumed, and food eaten.
d) None of the above
a) Quantity of alcohol consumed, body weight, how quickly drinks were consumed, and food eaten
The less a person weighs, the less food that they eat, the more alcohol they drink and the faster they drink it, the more concentrated the alcohol will be in their body
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What is the fine for pedestrians over 17 who fail to obey signals at intersections?
a) $54
b) $22
c) $50
d) $100
a) $54
For pedestrians over 17 who disobey intersection laws, the fine is $54, but for pedestrians under 17 the fine is $22.
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How long must someone completing the Young Adult Road practice driving during darkness?
a) 10 hours total
b) 50 hours total
c) 60 hours total
d) 10 hours once every month for six months
a) 10 hours total
Someone completing the Young Adult Road must complete a minimum of 50 practice driving hours, including 10 hours during darkness.
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What are three types of road signs?
a) Warning, regulatory, informational
b) Guidance, regulatory, informational,
c) Warning, regulatory, guidance
d) None of the above
c) Warning, regulatory, guidance
Warning signs alert drivers about dangers ahead. Regulatory signs guide drivers about proper driving procedures. Guidance signs help drivers understand and reach their destination
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What is the required stopping distance from railroad crossings?
a) At least 15 ft
b) 10 ft
c) At least 20 ft
d) 6 ft
a) At least 15 ft
A driver must stop 15 feet or more away from a railroad crossing.
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What is the illegal BAC level for drivers aged 21 and over?
a) .8% or higher
b) .01% or higher
c) .08% or higher
d) .1% or higher
c) .08% or higher
The minimum illegal BAC for a motorist 21 and above is 0.08%, while for a motorist below 21 it is 0.01%.
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How often must gas-fueled vehicles older than 5 years be inspected in NJ?
a) Every year
b) Every 4 years
c) Every 2 years
d) Every 6 months
c) Every 2 years
A new vehicle must be inspected first after 5 years, then after each subsequent 2 years must it be inspected again.
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What are the driving time restrictions for those with an Examination Permit?
a) No driving between sundown and 6:00am
b) No driving between 5:00pm and 11:00am
c) No driving between 11:01pm and 5:00am
d) No driving between 11:00pm and 5:01am
c) No driving between 11:01pm and 5:00am
For someone below 21 with a Special Learner Permit, an Examination Permit, or a Probationary Driver License, driving is not allowed between 11:01pm and 5:00am unless for religious or work reasons.
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What do two solid yellow lines on the road signify?
a) You can cross and traffic is in one direction
b) You cannot cross and traffic is in two directions
c) You can cross and traffic is in two directions
d) You are on the wrong side of the road
b) You cannot cross and traffic is in two directions.
The color yellow signifies that traffic is going in two directions. The line being solid instead of dotted shows that crossing is not allowed.
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Who is responsible for passengers under 18 years old?
a) The driver
b) The passengers over 18 years old
c) The passengers under 18 years old (themselves)
d) The owner of the car
a) The driver
The driver must ensure the safety of all passengers who are riding in their vehicle, and is responsible for all passengers under age 18.
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What are the penalties for refusing a breath test?
a) Resulting in loss of driving privileges
b) Fines
c) Referral to IDRC
d) All of the above
d) All of the above
Under state law, refusal to take a breath test is illegal and can result in loss of driving privileges, fines, and a referral to an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center.
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What type of insurance is required for vehicles registered in NJ?
a) Health insurance
b) Liability insurance
c) Life insurance
d) None of the above
b) Liability insurance
All drivers must have liability insurance in NJ in case of a crash, or they risk fines, community service, suspension, and surcharges.
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How old must the Probationary License holder be for certain restrictions to not apply?
a) At least 18 years old
b) At least 19 years old
c) At least 20 years old
d) At least 21 years old
d) At least 21 years old
For both an Examination Permit holder and Probationary License holder who is older than 21 years of age, certain restrictions do not apply.
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What shape are warning signs?
a) Square
b) Diamond
c) Circle
d) Upside down triangle
b) Diamond
Warning signs, such as road work signs, are shaped like a diamond for easy identification at a distance.
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By how much can seatbelts improve chances of surviving a crash?
a) 40%
b) 60%
c) 50%
d) 70%
b) 60%
Seatbelts are an important safety feature, improving survival chances by 60%, and a further 3 to 4 times if a shoulder strap is included.
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How often should drivers over 40 have their eyes checked?
a) Every other year
b) Every year
c) Every two years
d) Every four years
b) Every year
Older drivers should have their vision checked every year to stay healthy and safe on the road.
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What is the maximum number of points that can be subtracted from a motorist's record per year without a violation?
a) 2 points
b) 3 points
c) 4 points
d) 5 points
b) 3 points
For each year gone without a violation, up to 3 points can be subtracted from a motorists record, with the minimum they can have being 0.
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What driving restrictions do not apply to an Examination Permit or Probationary License holder of a certain age?
a) Decal, hour, and passenger
b) Hour, decal, registration and passenger
c) Passenger, signal, hour and license plate
d) Hour and passenger
a) Decal, hour, and passenger
Restrictions regarding red decals on license plates, late driving hours, and passenger specifications do not apply to these license holders over a certain age.
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Where is the red light on a horizontal stop light?
a) On the left
b) In the middle
c) On the right
d) None of the above
a) On the left
From left to right, the order of colors on a horizontal stop light goes red, yellow, and green.
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What is the recommended hand position for steering?
a) 7 and 3
b) 8 and 3
c) 12 and 6
d) 9 and 3
d) 9 and 3
Holding the steering wheel at 9 and 3 helps prevent injury if the air bag is deployed.
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How far ahead should you look when driving in the city?
a) At least 12 seconds
b) Exactly 10 seconds
c) No more than 10 seconds
d) At least 16 seconds
a) At least 12 seconds
You should look ahead the distance that it takes you to reach an object at least 12 seconds away from you to remain safe in the city.
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What are most road crashes caused by?
a) Motorist error
b) Pedestrians
c) Animals
d) None of the above
a) Motorist error
Most crashes are caused by actions on the part of the driver, and not external sources.
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