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1. What is a good rule for following distances on dry roads? A) Keep one car length back for each 5 mph speed B) Keep one car length back for each 10 mph speed or maintain 2-3 second space between cars C) Keep a 5 second distance regardless of speed D) Follow as close as possible to keep traffic moving Correct Answer: B Rationale: Maintaining one car length for every 10 mph or a 2-3 second gap provides enough time to react safely to sudden stops. 2. What does tailgating mean? A) Driving too slowly in the fast lane B) Driving too close to the vehicle in front C) Stopping abruptly in traffic D) Passing a vehicle on the right side Correct Answer: B Rationale: Tailgating reduces reaction time if the vehicle ahead stops suddenly, increasing the risk of collision. 3. When should you dim your headlights? A) Only in foggy conditions B) When driving in city and within 500 feet of another vehicle (following or meeting) C) Only on highways D) When driving in daylight Correct Answer: B Rationale: Dimming headlights prevents blinding other drivers when approaching or following vehicles within 500 feet. 4. What is an acceleration lane? A) A lane used for slowing down B) An extra lane at the entrance to an expressway used to speed up and merge C) A lane reserved for trucks only D) A lane for emergency vehicles 5. How often must a car be inspected? A) Every year B) Every two years C) Every six months D) Only when sold Correct Answer: B Rationale: Regular inspection every two years helps ensure vehicles meet safety and emissions standards. 6. Illegally getting a driver's license may result in: A) A warning letter B) Fine of $200-$500 and/or 30-90 day jail term C) Immediate permanent license revocation 7. Altering or showing an altered license may result in: A) A fine, imprisonment, and license suspension B) A warning C) Only a fine D) Nothing Correct Answer: A Rationale: Altering official documents is a criminal offense with severe penalties. 8. You must have what kind of insurance? A) Full coverage B) Liability insurance C) Collision only D) No insurance required Correct Answer: B Rationale: Liability insurance is mandatory to cover damages you may cause to others. 9. Headlights must be used: A) Only during heavy rain B) 1/2 hour before sunrise and sunset and when visibility is under 500 feet C) Only in tunnels D) At all times 10. If you are under 21 with a BAC of .01%, you are subject to: A) No penalty B) 30-90 days license suspension, 15-30 days community service, alcohol education C) Immediate jail time D) Only a fine 11. You may not park within _____ of a fire hydrant: A) 5 feet B) 10 feet C) 20 feet D) 25 feet Correct Answer: B Rationale: Parking too close to a fire hydrant obstructs emergency access. 12. 3 points can be subtracted from a license if you have no moving violations for: A) 6 months B) 1 year C) 2 years D) Never Correct Answer: B Rationale: Points are reduced to encourage safe driving over time. 13. To back your car in a straight line you should: A) Turn left and back up quickly B) Turn as far right as necessary to see out the back and back up slowly C) Look only in the rearview mirror D) Back up without looking Correct Answer: B Rationale: Turning slightly and backing up slowly improves visibility and control. 14. To make a right turn you should: A) Get in the left lane B) Get in the right lane C) Signal without lane change D) Stop first Correct Answer: B Rationale: Right turns should be made from the rightmost lane to avoid conflicts. 15. When driving at night make sure you can stop: A) Within the distance you can see ahead B) Within 100 feet C) Within 200 feet D) At any distance Correct Answer: A Rationale: Night visibility limits require stopping within your sight distance. 16. If you go into a skid you should: A) Brake hard immediately B) Remove your foot from the gas pedal C) Steer opposite the skid D) Speed up Correct Answer: B Rationale: Removing pressure from the accelerator helps regain control. 17. If a tire blows out: A) Slam on brakes B) Gradually slow down C) Speed up to stabilize D) Turn sharply Correct Answer: B Rationale: Gradual slowing prevents loss of control after blowout. 18. If a passenger over 18 is found without a seat belt, who is responsible? A) The driver B) The passenger C) The car owner D) The police officer Correct Answer: B Rationale: Adults are responsible for their own seat belt use. 19. If a vehicle is passing you, you should: A) Speed up B) Slow down to let them pass C) Maintain your speed D) Move to the left lane Correct Answer: B Rationale: Slowing helps the passing vehicle complete safely. 20. A person may drive on private or public property to avoid a traffic sign or signal if: A) They want to save time B) Instructed to do so by a police officer C) No traffic is around D) It's a shortcut Correct Answer: B Rationale: Only official instructions allow such maneuvers. 21. In city driving you should: A) Drive faster to avoid congestion B) Drive slower, watch for pedestrians, and uphold the 12 second rule C) Ignore pedestrians D) Only focus on traffic signals Correct Answer: B Rationale: City driving requires extra caution due to traffic and pedestrians. 22. When driving around a curve, the vehicle tends to: A) Slow down automatically B) Go straight C) Turn sharper D) Speed up Correct Answer: B Rationale: Due to inertia, vehicles tend to continue straight unless steered. 23. When you begin to hydroplane you should: A) Speed up B) Slow down C) Brake hard D) Turn sharply Correct Answer: B Rationale: Slowing down helps tires regain traction on wet roads. 24. To keep a proper distance between you and drivers in front of you, stay at least: A) 1 second away B) 2 seconds away C) 4 seconds away D) 10 seconds away Correct Answer: B Rationale: A 2-second gap provides enough reaction time under normal conditions. 25. After driving through a deep puddle, you should immediately check your: A) Tires B) Brakes C) Lights D) Engine Correct Answer: B Rationale: Water can reduce brake effectiveness; testing them ensures safety. 26. A diamond shaped sign is a: A) Stop sign B) Yield sign C) Warning or caution sign D) Regulatory sign Correct Answer: C Rationale: Diamond shapes warn drivers of hazards ahead. 27. A triangular sign is a: A) Stop sign B) Yield sign C) Warning sign D) Regulatory sign Correct Answer: B Rationale: Triangular signs indicate yield. 28. If not prohibited by a no turn on red sign, you may turn on red after: A) Stopping fully and checking for pedestrians and other vehicles B) Slowing down only C) Turning immediately without stopping D) Honking before turning Correct Answer: A Rationale: A full stop is required before turning on red safely. 29. Drugs affecting driving skills include: A) Cold pills, tranquilizers, some prescription drugs B) Only illegal drugs C) Only alcohol D) Vitamins Correct Answer: A Rationale: Certain medications impair driving ability even if legal. 30. If you sell your car and do not buy another, what should you do with the plates? A) Keep them B) Turn them into the Motor Vehicle agency and get a receipt C) Give to a friend D) Throw away Correct Answer: B Rationale: Returning plates avoids liability and legal issues. 31. If you move to NJ your car must be inspected within: A) 7 days B) 14 days of registration C) 30 days D) 60 days Correct Answer: B Rationale: Inspection ensures vehicle safety and compliance soon after registration. 32. You may not park within this distance of a stop sign: A) 10 feet B) 25 feet C) 50 feet D) 100 feet Correct Answer: C Rationale: Parking too close to stop signs blocks visibility and traffic flow.