New Jersey Car / Permit Practice Test 1

1.Under good conditions, at least how many seconds of following distance does the three-second-plus rule call for?
At least one secondAt least three secondsAt least two secondsAt least ten seconds
2.What is the recommended hand position on the steering wheel for normal driving?
10 and 2 o'clock8 and 4 o'clock9 and 3 o'clockOne hand at 12 o'clock
3.What is the typical reaction time for most drivers under normal traffic conditions?
About three-quarters of a secondAbout one and a half secondsAbout two secondsAbout one-quarter of a second
4.A driver making a left turn at an intersection must do what?
Proceed before oncoming vehiclesSound the horn and turn quicklyYield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians in the crosswalkExpect oncoming cars to stop for the turn
5.When a driver accumulates between 12 and 14 points within a 24-month period, what happens?
Nothing happens until 20 pointsThe MVC sends a Notice of Scheduled SuspensionThe license is permanently revokedThe driver receives an automatic point refund
6.If mechanical trouble stops a vehicle from matching the ordinary pace of traffic, what should the driver do?
Continue slowly in the travel lanePull off the road and turn on the hazard lightsDrive on the shoulder at low speedSpeed up to match traffic
7.When a frozen dessert (ice cream) truck is flashing red lights and displaying a stop arm, what must an approaching driver do?
Stop, then pass at no more than 15 mphPass at the normal speed limitContinue without slowing if no children are seenStop and wait until the truck moves
8.What is the correct meaning of a white sign showing a left-turn arrow crossed out in red?
You must not drive slower than this speed under normal conditions.Slow down and give the right-of-way to traffic and pedestrians; stop if necessary.You may not turn left at this location.Parking reserved for vehicles displaying a disability permit.
9.While driving you see a white rectangular sign posting a weight limit in tons. What does it indicate?
Slower vehicles must stay in the right lane so faster traffic can pass.Vehicles over the posted weight may not use this road or bridge.Come to a complete stop at the stop line or crosswalk, then proceed only when it is safe.Bicycles are not allowed on this road.
10.What is the maximum speed a moped (motorized bicycle) driver may travel in New Jersey?
35 mph20 mph30 mph25 mph