New Jersey MVC Permit: Driving Maneuvers Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is Slow down before entering the curve.

To handle a curve, slow down before you enter the curve so that you will not need to brake in the curve. Braking in a curve can cause a skid.

Not quite. The answer is as close to the right as possible

When approaching an intersection to make a right turn, stay as close to the right as possible. Make the turn close to the right curb.

Not quite. The answer is exercise their eyes

Highway hypnosis or dizziness when driving is caused by the monotony of road and traffic, the hum of wind, tires, and the sound of engine. Drivers can avoid highway hypnosis by constantly moving their eyes and watching the traffic and highway signs around them.

Not quite. The answer is yield the right-of-way to the traffic on the main road.

If you are on a single- or two-lane road and come to an intersection with a divided highway or a road with three or more lanes, you must yield the right-of-way to the traffic on the main road.

Not quite. The answer is Traffic is merging ahead.

If you are on the main road and see this sign, be prepared for vehicles entering your lane. Adjust your speed and position to allow these vehicles to merge safely.

Not quite. The answer is Yes, for at least 100 feet.

Under New Jersey law, you must signal for at least 100 feet before you turn. You must signal even if you don't see any other vehicles around. The vehicle you don't see could end up being the most dangerous.

Source: Turning, Chapter 3: Driver Responsibility, The New Jersey Driver Manual

Not quite. The answer is leave at least half the road for vehicles going in the opposite direction.

When driving on a two-way road with no centerline markings, you must leave at least half the road for vehicles going in the opposite direction. When you cannot avoid driving to the left of the centerline, you must still yield to oncoming traffic.

Not quite. The answer is parallel parking.

The most common type of parking on city streets is parallel parking. Each vehicle is parked parallel to the curb. Under New Jersey law, its tires must be within six inches of the curb, which is closer than in many other US states.

Not quite. The answer is Parallel parking

Parallel parking is the most frequently used parking method in New Jersey city streets due to limited space.

Not quite. The answer is Reverse.

When you park a vehicle with a manual transmission, set the transmission to oppose the direction in which the vehicle may roll if its brakes fail. A vehicle facing downhill would roll forward, so set the transmission in Reverse. A vehicle facing uphill would roll backward, so set the transmission in first gear for maximum forward torque.

Source: Parking, Chapter 3: Driver Responsibility, The New Jersey Driver Manual

Not quite. The answer is slow down or stop.

This driver intends to slow down or stop.

Source: Driver Signals, Chapter 3: Driver Responsibility, The New Jersey Driver Manual

Not quite. The answer is stop and yield to vehicles on the main road.

Vehicles on the main road have the right-of-way. Drivers entering a main road from a driveway, alley, or roadside must stop and yield to vehicles already on the main road.

Not quite. The answer is slow down or stop.

The driver's left arm pointing downward is the equivalent of the brake lights on the driver's vehicle. This driver is signaling to slow down or stop.

Not quite. The answer is There is a school zone ahead; slow down and proceed with caution.

This pentagonal (five-sided) sign warns of a school zone ahead. Schoolchildren may be crossing the road ahead, so slow down and proceed with caution. In New Jersey, the maximum speed limit in a school zone is 25 mph. [Speed Control, Safe Driving Rules & Regulations, The New Jersey Driver Manual],

Source: Traffic Signs, Appendix A: Driver Safety, ibid.

Not quite. The answer is 5

If you are convicted of tailgating, five points will be added to your driving record.

Source: Moving Violation Point Chart, Chapter 7: Driver Privileges and Penalties, The New Jersey Driver Manual

Not quite. The answer is pedestrians and oncoming vehicles.

Before turning left off a road, you must yield to all pedestrians and oncoming vehicles.

Source: People, Chapter 8: Sharing the Road with Others, The New Jersey Driver Manual

Not quite. The answer is use a lower gear.

If you keep applying the brakes to control your speed on a steep descent, the brakes will fade (lose their effectiveness). Instead, release the gas pedal and shift into a lower gear (even with an automatic transmission). This will generate a braking effect to slow the vehicle, known as engine braking. The lower the gear, the greater the engine braking effect. Apply the brakes only when engine braking is insufficient or you want to stop.

Not quite. The answer is No, you cannot park within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.

In New Jersey, you are not allowed to park within 10 feet of a fire hydrant. (There are also many other places where you are not allowed to park. Check for signs that may prohibit or limit parking.)

Source: Do Not Park, Parking Regulations, Chapter 4: Safe Driving Rules & Regulations, The New Jersey Driver Manual

Not quite. The answer is interchange

An interchange is a road junction where two or more roads cross over one another so as not to impede one another's traffic flow. Instead, the roads are connected through a series of connecting ramps. These ramps allow you to leave one road and enter another one safely, without disrupting the flow of traffic. There are diamond, cloverleaf, and folded diamond interchanges, among others.

Not quite. The answer is oncoming vehicles.

When making a left turn at a controlled intersection, you must yield to oncoming vehicles and stop for pedestrians within a crosswalk.