State Exam Review Sheet

Chapter 1 / Chapter 2

 A supervising driver for the holder of a validated GDL (graduated driver license) Permit must be 21 years or older, must be a
New Jersey licensed driver, must be licensed for a minimum of 3 years.

 The holder of a Probationary License, who is under the age of 21, may drive unsupervised when he/she passes a road test after
6 months of supervised driving, excluding any suspensions or postponements.

 Special Learner’s Permit may be issued at age 16 when the applicant is enrolled in a behind the wheel driver education course of
the Department of Education, is enrolled in a Commercial Driving Education Course (example: CARRS), and the permit must
be purchased by an Approved Driving Instructor.

 The holder of a validated GDL permit (21 years of age or older) is not restricted to any driving hours.

 There is $100 fine for violation of any of the conditions of the GDL Permits or the probationary license.

 The driving hours of a GDL Examination Permit or Probationary License (under 21 years of age) are restricted to 5:01 am to
11:00pm.

 A probationary driver is probationary for 1 year.

 At the time of your Road Test, you must present a valid vehicle registration, a valid permit, a valid insurance ID card.

 The holder of a GDL Special Learner or Examination permit (under 21) is limited to the following passenger restrictions
dependents and one additional person, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.

 Altering a driver’s license, or showing an altered driver’s license, may result in a fine of up to $1,000, up to 6 months
imprisonment, and loss of your driving privilege.

 A parent, guardian and only one additional person may accompany the holder of a validated GDL Special Learners Permit in
the vehicle.

 The holder of a validated GDL Special Learner’s permit must not drive between the hours of 11:01pm and 5:00am

 The holder of a Probationary Driver’s License is not permitted use hand held electronic device, hand and held video games, or
cell phones while driving.

 The holder of a GDL Permit (young adult) is eligible to obtain a Basic Driver License at age 18, with completion of all the
Probationary requirements, without any suspensions or postponement.

 A holder of a student (special learner permit) must have an adult supervising driver in the front seat, their student (learner
permit), and registration and insurance ID card.

 Applying for a driver’s license illegally may result in licensed suspension, fine of $200 to $500 and/or imprisonment.

 Altering a driver’s license, or showing an altered driver’s license, may result in a suspension, a fine and up to six months
imprisonment.

 The holder of a validated GDL Special Learner’s Permit must pass the road test, attain 17 years of age, and have had a
minimum of 6 months of supervised driving in order to obtain a Probationary License.

 The driver and all passengers are required by the GDL law to wear a seat belt in the vehicle.

 Any vehicle operated by a GDL driver under 21, must display reflective red decal on the front and rear license plate.

 During the probationary two year period after receiving a special learner or an examination permit, a motorist must enroll in a
Probationary Driver Program when convicted of 2 or more moving violations totaling 4 or more points.

Chapter 3 /Chapter 4

 When parking downhill your car wheels should be turned toward the curb.

 When parking uphill your car wheels should be turned away from the curb.

 A probationary driver, during daylight hours when raining must have windshield wipers and headlights on.

 High beam (bright beam) lights are used for open country driving.

 Headlights must be used between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise and anytime in bad weather when
visibility is less than 500 feet.

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  When driving around a curve, your vehicle may tend to keep going straight.

 The best way to enter a curve is slow down before entering the curve.

 When a school bus has stopped at a school to pick up or let off children, you may pass from either direction at a speed of no
more than 10 mph.

 Passing on the right is allowed only on roads with more than one lane going in the same direction, when the motorist ahead is
turning left and there is a room to pass.

 In the event of a crash or sudden stop, use of seat belts may keep you from being thrown from the car, keep you from hitting
the windshield or dashboard, keep you from sliding off the seat and losing control of the car.

 The New Jersey speed limit in a business or residential area, unless otherwise posted is 25 mph.

 The speed limit in a school zone, unless otherwise posted, is 25 m.p.h.

 You may not park within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.

 The meaning of a hand-signal when a driver’s hand and arm are straight out is left turn.

 The meaning of a hand-signal when a driver’s hand and arm are upward is right turn.

 Driving signals must be used when changing lanes, when turning, when slowing down.

 When parking uphill on a street with a curb on your right, your car wheels should be turned away from the curb.

 If not prohibited by a “no turn on red sign”, New Jersey law permits you to turn on right on red after making a full stop and
checking traffic.

 The acceleration lane is an extra lane at a highway entrance.

 A deceleration lane is an extra lane at a highway exit.

 Whenever possible, child care safety seats should be placed in the rear (back) seat.

 If you miss your exit on an expressway you should go on to the next exit.

 You may not park within 50 feet of a stop sign.

 You may not park within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.

 The meaning of a hand signal when a driver’s hand and arm are downward is slow or stop.

 It is legal to turn right on red after making a full stop, checking traffic, then proceeding with caution.

 The speed limit in a school zone, unless otherwise posted, is 25 mph.

 If you come to a 4-way stop sign at the same time as another driver you must yield to driver on right.

 When approaching or nearing an uncontrolled intersection you should reduce speed and be ready to stop.

 A deceleration lane is an extra lane at a highway exit.

 To back your car in a straight line you should turn your head and body to the right (looking over your right shoulder) until
you can see clearly through the back window, without the use of mirrors.

 Speeding is the most common contributing factor of fatal and other types of accidents.

 Pedestrians are the most vulnerable roadway users.

 You not allowed to pass another vehicle if the center lines are solid lines.

 Under the graduated driver license (GDL) law a motorist cannot use a cell phone, hands free cell phone, or other electronic
device.

 If you have a GDL Driving Permit or Probationary License all drivers and passengers must wear a seat belt under the New
Jersey Seat Belt Law.

 If you are driving through a traffic circle or intersection and in doubt concerning who has the right of way, yield to the
motorist on your right.

 The most common type of parking on city streets and the one that takes the most practice for new motorist is parallel parking.

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Chapter 5 / Chapter 6

 In New Jersey, studded snow tires can be legally used between November 15th and April 1st.

 After driving through a deep puddle, you should immediately test your brakes.

 During daylight hours when rain snow or ice, motorists must turn on wipers and headlights.

 In addition to a possible fine, when operating a vehicle on public or private property to avoid a traffic control signal or sign, a
motorist will also receive a 2 point moving violation

 When driving at night, be sure that you can stop within the distance you can see ahead.

 On snow covered roads, a good rule is to maintain a following distance of six seconds or more.

 Speed can be a factor between life and death; therefore it will take 300 feet of braking distance to stop on a dry surface, when
driving at a speed of 60 mph.

 To avoid hydroplaning and losing control of the vehicle on a wet road surface, you should slow down and drive on the highest
point of the road.

 Driving at a speed of 35 mph or more on wet road surfaces, can cause the tires to hydroplane and the motorist to lose control
of the vehicle.

 A probationary driver, during daylight hours when raining must have windshield wipers and headlights on.

 If your wheels drift onto the dirt shoulder of the road and you want to return to the paved road, you should slow down, ease up
on the gas pedal, turn back onto the pavement slowly.

 If your brakes suddenly give out, the first thing you should try to do is shift to a lower gear and pump the brakes.

 If the gas pedal sticks, before calling for help, you should keep your eyes on the road and quickly shift to neutral and steer the
vehicle off the roadway.

 In city driving, a good habit and rule of thumb is to look 12 seconds ahead, drive more slowly, and watch for pedestrians.

 If under 21, New Jersey law states that you may be under the influence if your BAC blood alcohol level content is (.01%).

 If a vehicle is passing you, you should slow down to make it easier for the driver to complete the pass.

 Driving while under the influence of intoxicating beverages means your senses or judgment are impaired by alcohol.

 If your vehicle starts to skid, you should take your foot off the gas pedal.

 To avoid a spin, while in a skid, you should turn in the same direction the rear of the vehicle is skidding.

 After 2 to 4 drinks, alcohol begins to impair your reaction time, coordination and balance and judgment.

 The best way to reduce your chance of having an alcohol related accident is to not drive at all after drinking.

 If a person has been drinking, only time can sober them up.

 If you drink and have reached a BAC of slightly above .05%, the risk of you causing a motor vehicle accident is doubled.

 If a motorist has reached a BAC of .10%, the risk of causing a motor vehicle accident is six times as great

 You can reduce your chances of being involved in an accident by knowing and using the standard accident prevention formula: be alert, be
prepared, and act in time.

 If you have a tire blowout slow down gradually and remove the foot from the gas pedal.

 To regain control while in a skid, you should turn the vehicle in the same direction the back of the car is skidding.

 It is good practice to keep a space cushion to give you time to react.

 One and one-half ounces of 86 proof whiskey contains the same amount of alcohol as 12 ounces of beer.

 A 5 ounce glass of wine (12%) contains the same amount of alcohol as a 12 ounce bottle or can of beer.

 Whether your blood alcohol content rises above legal limits depends on the amount you drink, your weight, the time you take to drink.

 The “3 seconds plus rule” can be used at any speed to help you keep a safe following distance.
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  If you have a flat tire or blowout you should grip the wheel firmly, let up on the gas pedal, let car coast to a stop.

 Drugs that may affect basic driving skills are cold pills, tranquilizers, some prescription drugs.

 To maintain a proper following distance when driving, you should stay at least 3 seconds behind the vehicle in front of you.

 To avoid highway hypnosis when driving on an expressway, it is a good practice to avoid looking at any one thing for more
than a few seconds.

Chapter 7/ Chapter 8/ Chapter 9

 Under GDL Law, a person is required to attend a remedial training class for the accumulation of 4 or more points and/or the conviction of a
DUI/DWI.

 If the driver of a large truck or bus cannot see you in his rearview mirrors, you are in the truck’s no-zone or blind spot.

 When passing a large truck or bus, it is important to remember there are several no-zones (blind spots) in which the driver cannot see
you.

 Every vehicle registered in New Jersey must be insured for liability.

 When you move to New Jersey from another state, you must have your vehicle inspected within 14 days after registering it.

 When sharing the road with large trucks or buses, you should give more roadway to a truck making a wide turn, leave more space when stopping
behind a truck or bus, maintain a consistent speed.

 If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident resulting in injuries while your driving privileges are suspended, you are subject to a fine,
continued suspension of your driving privileges, and mandatory jail sentence.

 To safely share the road with large trucks and buses, you must know the limitations of these vehicles regarding visibility, stopping distances
required, and maneuverability.

 If you lose your license for drunk driving or any other violation, you cannot drive for any reason until the period of suspension ends and your
license is restored.

 In adverse weather conditions, a truck takes longer to stop. This can be as much as 25% more.

 When your license is returned to you after suspension for points (or after completing a DMV Driver Improvement Program), you will be on
probation for a minimum of 1 year.

 If you approach and intersection and a large truck is stopped for the traffic light, you should stop with enough distance so you will not be in a
blind spot and you can see the driver in his mirror.

 You should always yield to emergency vehicles, pedestrians, and other vehicles already in the intersection.

 Implied Consent Law means when you drive a motor vehicle you automatically agree to take a breath test following an arrest for a
suspected drinking and driving offense.

 In most cases, pedestrians have the right – of –way at all intersections?

 A motorist should increase following distance (make the space cushion bigger) behind a truck or other large vehicle.

 A motorist should be cautious in farm country or in open land because of unexpected crossing of livestock and/or deer.

 The mandatory penalty if you are underage and caught with a BAC of .01 or more is a 30-90 day suspension of driving privileges, 15-
30 days community service, participate in an IDRC safety program.

 When your driving privilege is restored for points suspension or after completing a Driver Improvement Program, you will be on a
probationary period for 1 year.

 If you refuse take a breath test it is equal to driving with a BAC of .10%.

 Refusal of a breath test in NJ is equal to driving with a BAC of .10% and a MVC insurance surcharge of $1000 per year for 3 years

 You have 60 days to title and register a vehicle after you move to New Jersey.

 Your insurance card must be shown prior to an inspection, if you are involved in an accident, if you are stopped by the police.

 At what age must a person must be 21 years old to purchase, possess or consume alcoholic beverages.

 New Jersey’s Implied Consent Law means, that by simply using NJ roads, motorists have agreed to a Breath Test .
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 Driving privileges will be postponed or suspended to any unlicensed person (13 to 21 years of age) convicted of buying alcoholic
beverages and/or driving under the influence (DUI), graffiti, setting false alarms.

 Failure to stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk carries a fine of up to $500, up to 25 days in jail, 6 months suspension, 2 points and
community service

Chapter 10 / Appendix

 A diamond shaped sign is a warning sign.

 Any change of address must be reported to the Division of Motor Vehicle Services within what time period 1 week.

 The shape of a stop sign is eight sided (octagon).

 A railroad crossing sign is black and yellow (circle).

 A triangular shaped sign is a yield sign.

 The order of colors on a traffic light, hung top to bottom is red, yellow, green.

 When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, you must stop at crossing.

 What must be carried with a motorist at all times when driving vehicle registration card, vehicle Insurance card, driver’s license
or driving permit.

 It is the motorist’s responsibility to renew his/her driver’s license?

 Traffic signs, traffic signals, and road markings are set up to control the flow of traffic and to make streets and highways safer
for motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians.

 You should always yield to emergency vehicles, buses re-entering traffic, and other vehicles already in the intersection.

 Traffic signs are divided into warning, guidance, and regulatory signs.

 In the event of heavy traffic or in an emergency police can overrule traffic signals.

 At a red light a motorist must stop before entering the intersection or crosswalk.

 At a flashing red light a motorist must stop and yield to traffic and pedestrians.

 The color of a road work or construction sign is orange.

 A railroad crossing sign is a black and yellow (circle).

 At a flashing yellow light a motorist must slow down, then proceed with care.

 A “Do Not Pass” sign means you cannot pass another vehicle under any circumstances.

 A hospital sign is blue.

 The purpose of a warning sign is to warn motorists of hazards ahead that are difficult to see.

 If a driver’s license is not renewed for 3 years you have to re-take the written test, re-take the road test, re-apply for a license.