New Jersey Permit Test (MVC Knowledge Test) Practice Test
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- 1. Signs, Signals & Road Markings
What must you do at a red, eight-sided sign?
- a.Slow down and keep rolling
- b.Yield only to trucks
- c.Come to a complete stop, then go when it is safe
- d.Stop only if another car is present
Answer: c
Explanation: A red octagon is a STOP sign; you must stop fully at the stop line or crosswalk and proceed only when it is safe. (NJ Driver Manual, traffic signs)
- 2. Signs, Signals & Road Markings
Two solid yellow lines in the center of the road mean:
- a.Passing is not allowed in either direction
- b.You may pass when the way is clear
- c.The road is one-way
- d.A bike lane is on your left
Answer: a
Explanation: Double solid yellow lines mark a no-passing zone for traffic in both directions. (NJ Driver Manual, pavement markings)
- 3. Signs, Signals & Road Markings
A white rectangular sign showing a posted speed limit is a:
- a.Warning sign
- b.Regulatory sign you must obey
- c.Guide sign
- d.Construction sign
Answer: b
Explanation: White rectangular signs are regulatory signs; a posted speed limit sets the maximum legal speed you must obey in good conditions. (NJ Driver Manual, regulatory signs)
- 4. Rules of the Road & Right of Way
On a multi-lane highway in New Jersey, slower traffic should generally:
- a.Keep right except when passing
- b.Stay in the left lane
- c.Drive in the center lane only
- d.Use the shoulder
Answer: a
Explanation: New Jersey law requires keeping right; use left lanes only to pass, then return to the right. (NJ Driver Manual, keep right)
- 5. Rules of the Road & Right of Way
You are turning left at an intersection with a green light. You must:
- a.Turn immediately before oncoming cars
- b.Turn only if you have an arrow
- c.Sound your horn and turn
- d.Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians before turning
Answer: d
Explanation: On a solid green light a left turn must yield to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians until it is safe. (NJ Driver Manual, turns)
- 6. Safe Driving & Sharing the Road
Before changing lanes, in addition to using mirrors and signaling, you should:
- a.Close your eyes and drift over
- b.Turn your head to check your blind spot
- c.Speed up sharply
- d.Rely only on the rearview mirror
Answer: b
Explanation: Mirrors do not show blind spots, so glance over your shoulder before moving into another lane. (NJ Driver Manual, changing lanes)
- 7. Safe Driving & Sharing the Road
A school bus ahead of you stops and displays flashing red lights on a two-lane road. You must:
- a.Pass slowly on the left
- b.Continue if no children are visible
- c.Pass on the right
- d.Stop at least 25 feet away in both directions
Answer: d
Explanation: You must stop at least 25 feet from a school bus with flashing red lights, whether behind it or oncoming, until the lights stop. (NJ Driver Manual, school buses)
- 8. Speed & Road Conditions
When driving on a wet road at higher speeds, tires can ride on a film of water and lose grip. This is called:
- a.Oversteer
- b.Fishtailing
- c.Hydroplaning
- d.Vapor lock
Answer: c
Explanation: Hydroplaning happens as speed rises on wet roads; slowing down helps tires keep contact with the pavement. (NJ Driver Manual, adverse conditions)
- 9. Speed & Road Conditions
Compared with a dry road, stopping distance on a wet or icy road is:
- a.The same
- b.Longer, so you need more space
- c.Shorter
- d.Zero if you brake hard
Answer: b
Explanation: Reduced traction on wet or icy roads lengthens stopping distance, so you should slow down and increase your following gap. (NJ Driver Manual, conditions)
- 10. Alcohol, Drugs, GDL & Points
For a driver under age 21, it is illegal in New Jersey to drive with a BAC of:
- a.0.01% or higher
- b.0.08% or higher
- c.0.05% or higher
- d.There is no limit
Answer: a
Explanation: New Jersey enforces a near-zero-tolerance rule: under-21 drivers face penalties at a BAC of just 0.01% or higher. (NJ Driver Manual, underage DWI)