NJDMV - Motor Vehicle Commission - Knowledge Test Questions 1 to 20

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  • Sep 23, 2021

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1. A triangular shaped sign is a:
  1. A. yield sign
  2. B. warning sign
  3. C. railroad sign
  4. D. stop sign

Answer : A. yield sign

2. A holder of a student permit must have the following with them while driving:
  1. A. Adult supervising driver in the front Seat
  2. B. Their student permit
  3. C. Registration and insurance ID card
  4. D. All of the above

Answer : D. All of the above

3. Effective July 1, 2004, motorists in New Jersey may not use a hand-held wireless telephone while driving except for the following instances:
  1. A. Fire
  2. B. Traffic accidents
  3. C. Medical emergency
  4. D. All of the above

Answer : D. All of the above

4. When approaching or nearing an uncontrolled intersection you should:
  1. A. speed up to clear intersection quickly
  2. B. slow down and look straight ahead
  3. C. reduce speed and be ready to stop
  4. D. Always come to a full stop

Answer : C. reduce speed and be ready to stop

5. When the pavement is marked with 2 centerlines, 1 solid and 1 broken:
  1. A. passing is permitted only on the side with the broken line
  2. B. passing is permitted on either side
  3. C. passing is permitted on both sides, but only when the road is clear
  4. D. passing is not permitted on either side

Answer : A. passing is permitted only on the side with the broken line

6. Road surfaces are most slippery:
  1. A. during very hot, humid weather
  2. B. during very cold, dry weather
  3. C. After a very heavy rainfall
  4. D. during the first few minutes of a rainfall

Answer : D. during the first few minutes of a rainfall

7. New Jersey law allows up to 3 points to be subtracted from your driving record if you have no moving traffic violation:
  1. A. for 2 years from the date of the last violation
  2. B. for 6 months from the date of the last violation
  3. C. for 1 year from the date of the last violation
  4. D. for 18 months from the date of the last violation

Answer : C. for 1 year from the date of the last violation

8. If the driver of a large truck or bus cannot see you in his rearview mirrors, you are:
  1. A. in the truck’s no-zone or blind spot
  2. B. Driving to slowly
  3. C. Uninteresting to him
  4. D. driving a compact car

Answer : A. in the truck’s no-zone or blind spot

9. A single, solid white line across a road at an intersection means
  1. A. no parking zone
  2. B. bus stop
  3. C. no passing
  4. D. stop behind the line for a traffic sign or light

Answer : D. stop behind the line for a traffic sign or light

10. The best way to take a curve is:
  1. A. speed up while in the curve
  2. B. lean in the direction of the curve
  3. C. slow down before entering the curve
  4. D. slow down after entering the curve

Answer : C. slow down before entering the curve

11. When nearing a steady yellow or amber traffic signal, you should
  1. A. stop immediately, do not continue through the intersection
  2. B. slow down and continue with caution through the intersection
  3. C. stop before entering the intersection, if you can safely do so
  4. D. speed up and continue through the intersection before the light changes to red

Answer : C. stop before entering the intersection, if you can safely do so

12. A twelve-ounce can of beer has as much alcohol in it as:
  1. A. A bottle of rum
  2. B. 2 martinis
  3. C. 1 1⁄2 ounces of 86 proof whiskey
  4. D. A pint of brandy

Answer : C. 1 1⁄2 ounces of 86 proof whiskey

13. When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights you must:
  1. A. stop at the crossing
  2. B. slow down and look both ways
  3. C. slow down, blow your horn and proceed with caution
  4. D. All of the above

Answer : A. stop at the crossing

14. To safely share the road with large trucks and buses, you must know:
  1. A. The horsepower rating of your vehicle.
  2. B. The history of the trucking industry.
  3. C. Limitations of these vehicles regarding visibility, stopping distances required and maneuverability.
  4. D. The impact trucks and large vehicles have on the environment.

Answer : C. Limitations of these vehicles regarding visibility, stopping distances required and maneuverability.

15. Getting a drivers license illegally may result in:
  1. A. imprisonment of 6 months
  2. B. A fine of $200 to $500 and/or imprisonment of 30-90 days
  3. C. A court trial
  4. D. A fine of $25 to $l00

Answer : B. A fine of $200 to $500 and/or imprisonment of 30-90 days

16. In adverse weather conditions, a truck takes longer to stop. This can be as much as:
  1. A. 70% more
  2. B. 25% more
  3. C. 50% more
  4. D. 100% more

Answer : B. 25% more

17. If under 21, New Jersey law states that you may be under the influence if your blood alcohol level content is
  1. A. More than .10% but less than .15%
  2. B. More than .05% but less than .10%
  3. C. More than .01% but less than .05%
  4. D. All of the above

Answer : D. All of the above

18. A supervising driver for the holder of a validated GDL Permit must meet which of the following requirements:
  1. A. Must be 21 years or older
  2. B. Must be a New Jersey licensed driver
  3. C. Must be licensed for a minimum of 3 years
  4. D. A, B, and C

Answer : D. A, B, and C

19. The holder of a validated GDL permit (21 years of age or older) is restricted to what driving hours?
  1. A. 6:01AM to midnight
  2. B. No restrictions apply
  3. C. 5:01AM to midnight
  4. D. 5:01AM to 11:00PM

Answer : B. No restrictions apply

20. The holder of a validated GDL Special Learner’s permit must not drive between the hours of:
  1. A. 11:01PM and 6:00AM
  2. B. 11:01PM and 5:00AM
  3. C. No restrictions apply
  4. D. 12:01AM and 5:00AM

Answer : B. 11:01PM and 5:00AM

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