STATE OF NEW JERSEY

MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION

BASIC DRIVER EXAMINATION
EXAM #4

Please type or clearly print the following information:

SCHOOL NAME: ____________________________________________ SCHOOL CERT #: _____________

APPLICANT’S NAME: _______________________________________ DATE OF BIRTH: _____________

APPLICANT SIGNATURE: ___________________________________ DATE OF EXAM: _____________

INSTRUCTOR NAME: _______________________________________ INSTRUCTOR ID#: ____________

INSTRUCTOR SIGNATURE: __________________________________

Are you aware of the provisions of the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act and the procedure for indicating on the Driver
License the intention to make a donation of body organs or tissues? YES NO (Please circle your answer.)

1. You should always yield to:

A. (__) emergency vehicles

B. (__) pedestrians
C. (__) other vehicles already in the intersection
D. (__) all of the above

2. An eight-sided sign means:

A. (__) yield to other traffic

B. (__) stop
C. (__) slow down
D. (__) railroad crossing

3. The speed limit in a school zone, unless otherwise posted, is:

A. (__) 25 m.p.h.
B. (__) 10 m.p.h.
C. (__) 15 m.p.h.
D. (__) 35 m.p.h.

4. The meaning of a hand signal when a driver’s hand and arm are downward is:

A. (__) U-turn
B. (__) Left-turn
C. (__) Right-turn
D. (__) Slow or stop

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5. If you miss your exit on an expressway you should:

A. (__) go on to the next exit

B. (__) slow down and stop
C. (__) turn around and go back
D. (__) pull off the road and back up the shoulder

6. When driving around a curve, your vehicle may tend to:

A. (__) speed up
B. (__) follow the curve
C. (__) slow down
D. (__) keep going straight

7. If you approach an intersection and a large truck is stopped for the traffic light, you should:

A. (__) Go around the truck on the right because he will start up slower.
B. (__) Blow your horn so the driver will know you are there.
C. (__) Stop as close to the rear of the truck as possible so no one can get in front of you.
D. (__) Stop with enough distance so you will not be in a blind spot and you can see the
driver in his mirror.

8. The driving hours of a GDL Examination Permit or Provisional License (under 21 years of age) are
restricted to:

A. (__) 5:01AM to 11:00PM

B. (__) 5:01 AM to midnight
C. (__) No restrictions apply
D. (__) 6:01 AM to midnight

9. A single, solid white line across a road at an intersection means

A. (__) stop behind the line for a traffic sign or light

B. (__) no parking zone
C. (__) bus stop
D. (__) no passing

10. It is a good practice to keep a space cushion to:

A. (__) give you time to react

B. (__) give you a clear view of the road
C. (__) decrease your reaction time
D. (__) none of the above

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11. When driving at night, be sure that you can stop:

A. (__) within 20 feet at all times

B. (__) within 20 feet at 30 miles per hour
C. (__) within 20 feet at 40 miles per hour
D. (__) within the distance you can see ahead

12. To safely share the road with large trucks and buses, you must know:

A. (__) The impact trucks and large vehicles have on the environment.
B. (__) The history of the trucking industry.
C. (__) Limitations of these vehicles regarding visibility, stopping distances required and
maneuverability.
D. (__) The horsepower rating of your vehicle.

13. Effective July 1, 2004, motorist in New Jersey may not use a hand-held wireless telephone while
driving except for the following instances:

A. (__) Fire
B. (__) Traffic accidents
C. (__) Medical emergency
D. (__) All of the above

14. When passing a large truck or bus, it is important to remember:

A. (__) The name of the owner or business printed on the side of the truck.
B. (__) There are several no-zones (blind spots) in which the driver cannot see you.
C. (__) What the “two-second” rule is.
D. (__) All of the above.

15. A person may operate a Moped with:

A. (__) a valid basic license

B. (__) a valid motorcycle license
C. (__) a valid moped license
D. (__) any of the above

16. The meaning of a hand-signal when a driver’s hand and arm are upward is:

A. (__) Left-Turn
B. (__) Right-Turn
C. (__) U-Turn
D. (__) Slow-Stop

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17. If a person gets drunk in your home and has a motor vehicle accident after leaving your home, you
could:

A. (__) be charged with a crime

B. (__) not be held responsible
C. (__) become involved in a lawsuit
D. (__) none of the above

18. Before turning, you must signal at least:

A. (__) 1 block in advance

B. (__) 100 feet in advance
C. (__) 500 feet in advance
D. (__) 100 yards in advance

19. 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. (__) two years

B. (__) one year
C. (__) 6months
D. (__) 9months

20. One and one-half ounces of 86 proof whiskey contains the same amount of alcohol as:

A. (__) a 6-pack of beer

B. (__) 6 ounces of premium beer
C. (__) a bottle of wine
D. (__) 12 ounces of beer

21. New Jersey law requires that a child must be seated in a child restraint device while riding in a
car if:

A. (__) the child is under 5 years of age and riding in the front seat
B. (__) the child is under 18 months of age and is riding in the front seat
C. (__) the child is under 18 months of age and is riding in the back seat
D. (__) all of the above

22. To regain control while in a skid, you should:

A. (__) make a fast turn in the direction of the skid and lock the brakes
B. (__) turn in the opposite direction the back of the car is skidding
C. (__) turn in the same direction the back of the car is skidding
D. (__) keep a tight grip on the steering wheel

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23. Which of the following drinks contain the highest alcohol content?

A. (__) 5 ounces of table wine

B. (__) 1 1/2 ounces of whiskey
C. (__) 12 ounces of beer
D. (__) all of the above are about equal in content

24. A provisional driver is provisional for how long?

A. (__) l year
B. (__) 3 months
C. (__) 4 years
D. (__) 6 months

25. By law, you are under the influence when the amount of alcohol in your blood or BAC has
reached:

A. (__) .01%
B. (__) .05%
C. (__) .08%
D. (__) none of the above

26. Under GDL Law, a person is required to attend a remedial training class for the following:

A. (__) Accumulation of 4 or more points

B. (__) Accumulation of 2 or more points
C. (__) Conviction of a DUI
D. (__) A and C

27. Implied Consent Law means:

A. (__) you must have liability insurance

B. (__) you sign an agreement to give blood
C. (__) permission for another to move your car in emergencies
D. (__) when you drive a motor vehicle, you automatically agree to take a breath test following an
arrest for a suspected drinking and driving offense

28. When the pavement is marked with 2 centerlines, 1 solid and 1 broken:

A. (__) passing is permitted on both sides, but only when the road is clear
B (__) passing is not permitted on either side
C. (__) passing is permitted only on the side with the broken line
D. (__) passing is permitted on either side

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29. Every vehicle registered in New Jersey must be insured for:

A. (__) theft
B. (__) fire damage
C. (__) liability
D. (__) collision

30. You may pass on the right when:

A. (__) the driver ahead is turning left and there is a proper lane on the right
B. (__) there are no traffic signals
C. (__) entering an intersection
D. (__) there is a slow moving vehicle ahead

31. The holder of a Provisional Driver License, under 21 years of age, is permitted to have how many
non-household members in the car?

A. (__) 0
B. (__) 1
C. (__) 2
D. (__) 3 or more

32. At the time of your Road Test, you must present

A. (__) a valid vehicle registration

B. (__) a valid examination permit
C. (__) a valid insurance ID card
D. (__) all of the above

33. After two to four drinks, alcohol begins to impair your:

A. (__) reaction time

B. (__) coordination and balance
C. (__) judgment
D. (__) all of the above

34. Any change of address must be reported to the Division of Motor Vehicle Services within what
time period?

A. (__) l week
B. (__) 6 weeks
C. (__) 2 months
D. (__) 2 weeks

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35. To maintain a proper following distance when driving, you should stay at least:

A. (__) 3/4 of a second behind the vehicle in front of you

B. (__) 1/2 of a second behind the vehicle in front of you
C. (__) 2 seconds behind the vehicle in front of you
D. (__) 1 second behind the vehicle in front of you

36. Which of the following convictions will result in an Insurance Surcharge:

A. (__) Operating Under the Influence of Liquor/Drugs

B. (__) Operating Under the Influence of Liquor/Drugs and Refusal to Take a Breathalyzer Test
B. (__) Refusal to Take a Breathalyzer Test
D. (__) All of the above

37. When parking uphill on a street with a curb on your right, your car wheels should be:

A. (__) turned away from the curb

B (__) turned toward the curb
C. (__) turned to the right
D. (__) turned straight ahead

38. Road surfaces are most slippery:

A. (__) after a very heavy rainfall

B. (__) during the first few minutes of a rainfall
C. (__) during very cold, dry weather
D. (__) during very hot, humid weather

39. If under 21, New Jersey law states that you may be under the influence if your blood alcohol level
content is

A. (__) More than .10% but less than .15%

B. (__) More than .05% but less than .10%
C. (__) More than .01% but less than .05%
D. (__) All of the above

40. When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights you must:

A. (__) stop at the crossing

B. (__) slow down and look both ways
C. (__) slow down, blow your horn and proceed with caution
D. (__) all of the above

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41. The holder of a validated GDL Student Learner’s Permit must meet which of the following
requirements to obtain a Provisional License:

A. (__) Pass road test

B. (__) Attain 17 years of age
C. (__) 6 month minimum of supervised driving
D. (__) A, B and C

42. You cannot park within how many feet of a crosswalk at an intersection?

A. (__) 50 feet
B. (__) 10 feet
C. (__) 25 feet
D. (__) 20 feet

43. How much is the fine for violation of any of the conditions of the GDL Permits or Provisional
License?

A. (__) No fine.
B. (__) $100.00
C. (__) $500.00
D. (__) $250.00

44. When you move Into New Jersey from another state, you must have your vehicle inspected
within:

A. (__) 14 days after registering it

B. (__) 90 days after registering it
C. (__) 6 months after registering it
D. (__) 2 months after registering it

45. High beam lights are used for:

A. (__) signaling emergencies

B. (__) open country driving
C. (__) city streets without lamps
D. (__) foggy weather

46. If you go into a skid you should:

A. (__) take your foot off the gas pedal

B. (__) make a fast turn
C. (__) straighten your wheels
D. (__) apply your brakes

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47. A motorist will be subject to the following for a conviction of a 3rd violation of Operation Under
the Influence of Liquor/Drugs:

A. (__) Installation of interlock device OR suspension of all vehicle registrations

B. (__) Installation of interlock device AND suspension of all vehicle registrations
C. (__) Suspension of driving privilege
D. (__) A and C

48. The holder of a validated GDL Examination Permit (21 years of age or older) is required to drive
with supervision for a:

A. (__) Minimum of 3 months

B. (__) Minimum of 6 months
C. (__) No supervision is required
D. (__) Minimum of 9 months

49. If the driver of a large truck or bus cannot see you in his rearview mirrors, you are:

A. (__) driving a compact car

B. (__) Driving to slowly
C. (__) Uninteresting to him
D. (__) in the trucks no-zone or blind spot

50. If a student driver commits a traffic offense, responsibility will be with:

A. (__) neither student nor instructor

B. (__) only the student
C. (__) only the instructor
D. (__) both student and instructor