New Jersey Car Driving Permit Test-17 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1.

A driver with a Graduated Driver License:

Does not need to use a seat belt.
Must follow only the same rules as a driver with a basic driver license.
May not use a hand-held or hands-free cell phone while driving.
May use electronic devices while driving.

Explanation

Q.2.

Distracted drivers are at a greater risk of a crash when they are using which of the following?

CD player
Radio
Cell phone
All of the above

Explanation

Q.3.

At an intersection with a yield sign, you should:

Always stop before entering the intersection.
Yield just to the traffic on the right.
Yield just to the traffic on the left.
Slow down and yield the right-of-way to other traffic.

Explanation

Q.4.

This road sign means:

The road ahead turns sharply right, then left.
The road ahead turns sharply left, then right.
The road ahead curves to the left.
Construction ahead.

Explanation

Q.5.

In New Jersey, persons underyears of age are considered to be driving under the influence with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of:

0.01 percent.
0.05 percent.
0.1 percent.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.6.

Taking drugs along with alcohol:

Increases the risk of causing a crash.
Is no more dangerous than consuming alcohol by itself.
Lessens the effect of alcohol on your ability to drive.
Has no effect on your general driving ability.

Explanation

Q.7.

What color are pavement markings that separate traffic lanes moving in opposite direction?

Yellow
White
Yellow and white
Yellow, white, and black

Explanation

Q.8.

When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady green arrow, drivers:

Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.
Should slow to a stop, if it is safe to do so.
May turn in the direction of the arrow after yielding to traffic and pedestrians already in the intersection.
May drive straight through the intersection.

Explanation

Q.9.

This sign means:

Stop sign ahead.
Lane closed ahead.
Railroad crossing ahead.
Traffic signal ahead.

Explanation

Q.10.

You are driving when it starts to sleet or snow. You should:

Keep your windshield and mirrors clear.
Allow additional distance between your vehicle and the vehicles that you are following.
Approach all vehicles with caution.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.11.

You are turning onto a two-lane road divided by a broken yellow line. You know immediately that:

You are on a two-way road.
You are on a one-way road.
The road is under repair.
You must stay to the left of the broken yellow lines.

Explanation

Q.12.

You must yield to other drivers:

When entering a street from a garage or alley.
When they are on a road to your left and you have reached an unmarked intersection at the same time.
When your traffic signal is a green arrow.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.13.

The driver's left arm and hand are extended upward. This hand signal means that the driver plans to:

Turn left.
Turn right.
Come to a stop.
Go straight ahead.

Explanation

Q.14.

Traffic signals sometimes display arrows to control turns from specific lanes. A solid red arrow:

Is never used as a traffic signal.
Has the same meaning as a circular red traffic light.
Means that drivers may turn in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Means that the traffic the arrow is pointing toward must stop.

Explanation

Q.15.

If a driver sees an animal on the roadway:

No special action is required.
The driver should honk their horn.
The driver should pass the animal as closely as possible.
The driver should be very cautious.

Explanation

Q.16.

This sign means:

Stop.
Side road.
Two-way left turn.
Farm machinery.

Explanation

Q.17.

At a school crossing sign, you should:

Always stop, whether there’s a stop sign or not.
Watch for children and be ready to stop.
Always sound your horn when you see children.
Be ready to help children crossing the street.

Explanation

Q.18.

If you drink alcohol socially, what helps ensure safe driving?

Drink coffee before driving.
Ride home with a friend who has not been drinking.
Take a cold shower before driving.
Stop drinking one half hour before driving.

Explanation

Q.19.

When the driver behind you wants to pass, you should:

Speed up.
Go the same speed.
Slow down to allow room in front of your vehicle for the other driver to complete the pass easily.
Change lanes.

Explanation

Q.20.

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in residential districts is:

10 mph.
25 mph.
45 mph.
65 mph.

Explanation

Q.21.

If a green arrow turns into a solid green light, you:

May still turn, but you must yield to oncoming traffic.
May no longer turn and must proceed straight.
Still have the right-of-way to turn.
No longer have to turn in the direction that the arrow indicated.

Explanation

Q.22.

This sign is used to prevent:

Entrance to full parking lots.
Entrance to road construction areas.
Entrance to dead-end streets.
Entrances from the wrong direction on one-way streets and expressway ramps.

Explanation

Q.23.

How can you help prevent rear-end collisions?

Avoid sudden stops.
Before stopping, check your mirrors and blind spots for traffic.
Release the gas pedal and let your vehicle slow before applying the brakes.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.24.

Work zone signs mean:

It is summer.
You must immediately stop and back up.
Less than ideal conditions are present for driving.
You should drive faster to get out of the work zone.

Explanation

Q.25.

What does a single dashed yellow line separating traffic mean?

Drivers may pass if it is safe to do so.
Both lanes travel in the same direction.
Drivers may not pass.
Drivers may pass, even if it could be dangerous.

Explanation

Q.26.

Seat belts are most effective when they are worn by:

The person driving the car.
Passengers when they are on a long drive.
All occupants of a car being driven on an expressway.
All occupants of a car every time the car is driven.

Explanation

Q.27.

Which statement about speed is true?

Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous.
Speeding can kill.
Speeding is not dangerous if you are a skilled driver.
Both "Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous" and "Speeding can kill."

Explanation

Q.28.

Traffic signs and pavement markings:

Must always be obeyed.
Are merely suggestions.
Must be followed only when there is other traffic.
Must be followed only when a police officer is present.

Explanation

Q.29.

You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway:

As long as you turn on your four-way (emergency) flashers.
If no part of your vehicle is on the road.
If you need to look at a map for directions.
Only if you have an emergency.

Explanation

Q.30.

This sign means:

Slippery when wet.
Tow-away zone.
Steep downgrade.
Roadwork ahead.

Explanation

Q.31.

Who is required to wear a seat belt in a moving motor vehicle?

Just the driver
Just adult passengers
Just child passengers
All occupants of the motor vehicle

Explanation

Q.32.

A solid yellow line on your side of the centerline means:

Slow down.
Pass with caution.
Do not pass.
Keep right on hills.

Explanation

Q.33.

The amount of space you need to cross traffic depends on the:

Road conditions, weather conditions, and oncoming traffic.
Presence of a stop sign.
Use of your turn signals.
Cars behind you.

Explanation

Q.34.

Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol:

Decreases blood alcohol concentration.
Cancels the effect of the alcohol.
Has no effect on blood alcohol concentration.
Increases blood alcohol concentration.

Explanation

Q.35.

On slippery roads, you should:

Slow down.
Drive more quickly.
Drive the speed limit, with caution.
Not drive more quickly than 20 mph.

Explanation

Q.36.

This road sign means:

Parking spaces are reserved for people with disabled parking permits.
A circular intersection is ahead.
Traffic in the lane must turn in the direction of the arrow.
Lanes are reserved for buses and vehicles with a driver and one or more passengers.

Explanation

Q.37.

A driver entering interstate traffic from an entrance or acceleration ramp:

Should yield to drivers already on the interstate.
Has the right-of-way.
May force their way into traffic.
Can assume that other drivers will change lanes to make room.

Explanation

Q.38.

This sign means:

All traffic must turn left.
No left turn.
No U-turn.
Truck route to the left.

Explanation

Q.39.

The Implied Consent Law:

Grants permission to someone else to drive your vehicle.
Requires drivers to wear their seat belts.
Means drivers consent to a breath test when suspected of drinking and driving.
None of the above.

Explanation

Q.40.

You are stopped in a line of vehicles waiting at a stop sign. If there is no cross traffic after the vehicles ahead have passed through the intersection, you:

May proceed through the intersection without stopping again.
Must stop again at the stop sign or stop line before proceeding.
May slowly roll past the stop sign.
May follow the vehicle directly ahead of you without stopping.

Explanation

Q.41.

As a pedestrian, you should:

Always insist on the right-of-way over a vehicle when using a crosswalk.
Never enter a street or crosswalk when vehicles are approaching.
Enter a crosswalk at any time because it is the vehicle driver’s responsibility to stop.
Use crosswalks only if they are convenient.

Explanation

Q.42.

To change lanes you should:

Check your mirrors and signal, then change lanes.
Signal, check your mirrors, check your blind spot in the direction you plan to move, then change lanes.
Signal, check your mirrors, and change lanes.
Signal and change lanes.

Explanation

Q.43.

You want to back out of your driveway. You see children playing nearby. Before you start to move your car, you should:

Rev your engine to warn the children that you are moving.
Sound your horn so the children will hear you.
Walk to the back of the car to be sure the way is clear.
Tell the children to stay away from the driveway.

Explanation

Q.44.

Passing is prohibited:

On hills and curves.
At intersections.
At railroad crossings.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.45.

This sign means:

A divided highway ends.
A one-way street begins.
A one-way street ends.
A divided highway begins.

Explanation

Q.46.

When you approach a railroad crossing without flashing warning signals or crossing gates, you should:

Cross the tracks immediately and as quickly as possible.
Always stop before crossing the tracks.
Prepare to yield to any train at the crossing.
Speed up to beat any oncoming train.

Explanation

Q.47.

In which of the following ways can alcoholic beverages affect you?

It slows your reaction time.
It gives you a feeling of false confidence.
It impairs your thinking ability.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.48.

The most important thing to remember about speed management and curves is that you must:

Drive at the posted speed limit as you enter the curve, then slow down at the sharpest part of the curve.
Slow down before you enter the curve.
Accelerate gently before you enter the curve.
Drive at the posted speed limit before, throughout, and after the curve.

Explanation

Q.49.

When approaching a traffic signal displaying a flashing yellow arrow, drivers:

Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.
Should come to a complete stop.
May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
Have the right-of-way and may expect oncoming traffic to stop for them.

Explanation

Q.50.

A fully loaded tractor-trailer traveling atmph could take up to ____ to come to a complete stop.

50 feet
125 feet
400 feet
750 feet

Explanation

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