NJ State Driver's Exam Study Guide
latest Update 2026-2027
When driving at night make sure you can stop... - ANSWER-in the distance you can see
ahead of you
If you go into a skid you should - ANSWER-remove foot from gas pedal.
If a tire blows out - ANSWER-gradually slow down
If a passenger over 18 is found without a seat belt, who is held responsible? -
ANSWER-the passenger
If a vehicle is passing you, you should - ANSWER-slow down to let them pass.
A person may drive on private or public property to avoid a traffic sign or signal if... -
ANSWER-instructed to do so by a cop
in city driving you should - ANSWER-drive slower, watch for pedestrians, uphold the 12
second rule.
When driving around a curve, the vehicle tends to... - ANSWER-go straight
When you begin to hydroplane you should... - ANSWER-slow down (hydroplaning is
losing the tire grip on wet roads and riding on a film of water)
To keep a proper distance between you and drivers in front of you, stay at least -
ANSWER-2 seconds away
After driving through a deep puddle, you should immediately check your... - ANSWER-
brakes
A diamond shaped sign is a - ANSWER-warning or caution sign
Car Must be inspected - ANSWER-every two years
Illegally getting a drivers license may result in - ANSWER-fine of 200-$500 and/or 30-90
day jail term
Altering or showing an altered license may result in - ANSWER-A fine, imprisonment,
suspension.
You mus have what kind of insurance - ANSWER-Liability
, Headlights must be used - ANSWER-1/2 hour before sunrise and sunset and in
conditions restricting view over 500 ft away.
If you are under 21 with a BAC of .01% driving, you are subject to - ANSWER-30-90
days suspension, 15-30 days community service, alcohol education and safe highway
program
You may not park within _____ of a fire hydrant - ANSWER-10 ft
3 points can be subtracted from a license if you have no moving violations... -
ANSWER-for a year
To back your car in a straight line you should - ANSWER-Turn as far to the right as
necessary to see out the back and back up slowly
To make a right turn you should - ANSWER-get in the right lane
A triangular sign is a - ANSWER-yield sign.
If not prohibited by a no turn on red sign, you may turn on red after... - ANSWER-
making a full stop and checking for pedestrians and/or other drivers
Drugs affecting driving skills are - ANSWER-cold pills, tranquilizers, some prescription
drugs.
If you sell your car and do not buy another, what should you do with the plates? -
ANSWER-Turn them into the MV and get a receipt.
If you move to NJ your car must be inspected within - ANSWER-14 days of registration
You may not park within this distance of a stop sign - ANSWER-50 ft
When you know an emergency vehicle approaches you should - ANSWER-pull over as
far right as you can until it passes
The speed in a school zone unless otherwise posted is - ANSWER-25mph
When a school bus has parked at a school you may pass at or under what speed -
ANSWER-10MPH
When the road is marked with one broke one solid line you may... - ANSWER-pass on
the side with the broken line
The procedure for turning from a two way road into a four lane highway is... - ANSWER-
Get as close to the center lane as possible, turn before the center of the intersection,
turn into the left lane going your direction.
latest Update 2026-2027
When driving at night make sure you can stop... - ANSWER-in the distance you can see
ahead of you
If you go into a skid you should - ANSWER-remove foot from gas pedal.
If a tire blows out - ANSWER-gradually slow down
If a passenger over 18 is found without a seat belt, who is held responsible? -
ANSWER-the passenger
If a vehicle is passing you, you should - ANSWER-slow down to let them pass.
A person may drive on private or public property to avoid a traffic sign or signal if... -
ANSWER-instructed to do so by a cop
in city driving you should - ANSWER-drive slower, watch for pedestrians, uphold the 12
second rule.
When driving around a curve, the vehicle tends to... - ANSWER-go straight
When you begin to hydroplane you should... - ANSWER-slow down (hydroplaning is
losing the tire grip on wet roads and riding on a film of water)
To keep a proper distance between you and drivers in front of you, stay at least -
ANSWER-2 seconds away
After driving through a deep puddle, you should immediately check your... - ANSWER-
brakes
A diamond shaped sign is a - ANSWER-warning or caution sign
Car Must be inspected - ANSWER-every two years
Illegally getting a drivers license may result in - ANSWER-fine of 200-$500 and/or 30-90
day jail term
Altering or showing an altered license may result in - ANSWER-A fine, imprisonment,
suspension.
You mus have what kind of insurance - ANSWER-Liability
, Headlights must be used - ANSWER-1/2 hour before sunrise and sunset and in
conditions restricting view over 500 ft away.
If you are under 21 with a BAC of .01% driving, you are subject to - ANSWER-30-90
days suspension, 15-30 days community service, alcohol education and safe highway
program
You may not park within _____ of a fire hydrant - ANSWER-10 ft
3 points can be subtracted from a license if you have no moving violations... -
ANSWER-for a year
To back your car in a straight line you should - ANSWER-Turn as far to the right as
necessary to see out the back and back up slowly
To make a right turn you should - ANSWER-get in the right lane
A triangular sign is a - ANSWER-yield sign.
If not prohibited by a no turn on red sign, you may turn on red after... - ANSWER-
making a full stop and checking for pedestrians and/or other drivers
Drugs affecting driving skills are - ANSWER-cold pills, tranquilizers, some prescription
drugs.
If you sell your car and do not buy another, what should you do with the plates? -
ANSWER-Turn them into the MV and get a receipt.
If you move to NJ your car must be inspected within - ANSWER-14 days of registration
You may not park within this distance of a stop sign - ANSWER-50 ft
When you know an emergency vehicle approaches you should - ANSWER-pull over as
far right as you can until it passes
The speed in a school zone unless otherwise posted is - ANSWER-25mph
When a school bus has parked at a school you may pass at or under what speed -
ANSWER-10MPH
When the road is marked with one broke one solid line you may... - ANSWER-pass on
the side with the broken line
The procedure for turning from a two way road into a four lane highway is... - ANSWER-
Get as close to the center lane as possible, turn before the center of the intersection,
turn into the left lane going your direction.
