NJ DRIVING LAWS
Under state law, who is required to wear a seatbelt in a passenger vehicle?
All passengers and the driver.
Holding your arm straight out the window can be used to signal.....
a left turn.
What percentage must you score at a minimum in order to pass the written permit exam?
80%
What color are the decals which all GDL drivers under age 21 must display?
Red
How many points of ID are you required to have when applying for your NJ driver's license?
6
NJ State Law requires all passengers under age ___ to sit in the rear seat of the car.
8
Hands should be positioned at ___ o'clock and ___ o'clock.
9 and 3
How many questions are on the permit exam?
50
A motorist with a "special" learners permit, gets their permit at age ___.
16
Voter registration is ____ days before an election.
21
NJ law requires all motorists to restrict vehicle idling to ____ minutes or less.
Three.
What is the preferred method of steering called?
Hand over Hand
What is the testing requirement for the eyesight screening exam for a basic license applicant?
20/50
Between what hours are GDL drivers not permitted to drive?
11:01pm- 5:00am
Seatbelts increase a motorists chance of survival by ____ %.
60%
1 week
Explain the proper mechanics for driving in reverse (be specific).
Right hand over the passenger backrest, left hand on top of steering wheel, looking out back window over shoulder.
If I fail the permit exam, I have to wait _____ before I can sit for a retake.
2 weeks
You must drive with a probationary driver's license for ___.
1 year.
Children under age ___ and who weigh less than ___ pounds are required to ride in a rear facing child passenger restraint system.
2 and 30
What is the fine for violating a GDL restriction?
$100
List 5 factors which impact the stopping distance of a vehicle...
1. reaction time
2. weather
3. vehicle weight
4. brake conditions
5. tire condition
6. road condition
7. speed
List 5 components of the NJ road test.
driving in reverse, parallel parking, corners/intersections, following other vehicles, seatbelt use, stopping, steering, yielding, k turn
Permit holders must be accompanied by a front seat driver who is at least ___ years old and has at least ___ years driving experience.
21 and 3
List 1 out of the 4 components to the Nikhil Safety Pledge.
1. Stop completely
2. Stay Alert
3. Talk Safe
4. Plan Ahead