New Jersey Permit Test (MVC Knowledge Test) — All Questions

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a New Jersey school zone or business district is:

• a.50 mph
• b.15 mph
• c.25 mph✓
• d.40 mph

New Jersey's statutory limit in school zones and business or residential districts is 25 mph unless a sign posts otherwise. (NJ Driver Manual, speed limits)

When driving on a wet road at higher speeds, tires can ride on a film of water and lose grip. This is called:

• a.Fishtailing
• b.Oversteer
• c.Hydroplaning✓
• d.Vapor lock

Hydroplaning happens as speed rises on wet roads; slowing down helps tires keep contact with the pavement. (NJ Driver Manual, adverse conditions)

On New Jersey interstate highways, the maximum speed limit where posted is generally:

• a.55 mph
• b.80 mph
• c.45 mph
• d.65 mph✓

New Jersey posts a maximum of 65 mph on certain interstates; most roads are lower, and you must always drive for conditions. (NJ Driver Manual, speed limits)

Compared with a dry road, stopping distance on a wet or icy road is:

• a.Zero if you brake hard
• b.Shorter
• c.Longer, so you need more space✓
• d.The same

Reduced traction on wet or icy roads lengthens stopping distance, so you should slow down and increase your following gap. (NJ Driver Manual, conditions)