All 37 New Jersey Permit Test Questions
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Get Smart Review & Mock Exams Licensing & Permits In New Jersey, the minimum age for a Special Learner Permit is:
Answer: 16
A Special Learner Permit is available at 16 (with parent consent and an approved behind-the-wheel course).
The minimum age for a New Jersey Probationary Driver License is:
Answer: 17
The Probationary License is available at 17 (permit at 16).
The minimum age for a New Jersey basic (unrestricted) driver license is:
Answer: 18
The basic license is available at 18.
New Jersey permit and probationary drivers must display on their license plates two visible:
Answer: Red reflective GDL decals
Two visible red reflective GDL decals must be displayed (N.J.S.A. 39:3-13).
New Jersey GDL permit/probationary drivers may not drive between:
Answer: 11:01 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
No driving between 11:01 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
During New Jersey's GDL stages, use of cell phones is:
Answer: Prohibited — hand-held AND hands-free
No hand-held or hands-free phones or any electronic devices while driving.
New Jersey probationary passengers are limited to dependents of the holder plus:
Answer: One additional person (unless a parent/guardian is present)
Passengers are limited to the holder's dependents plus one additional person unless accompanied by a parent/guardian.
During New Jersey's GDL stages, the driver and all passengers must:
Answer: Wear seat belts
The probationary driver and all passengers must wear seat belts.
A New Jersey Special Learner Permit applicant must be enrolled in an approved:
Answer: Behind-the-wheel driver training course
You must be enrolled in an approved behind-the-wheel driver training course.
To be licensed in New Jersey you must pass a:
Answer: Vision test
A vision test is required for licensing.
Speed Limits & Speed Management In New Jersey, the top speed limit in school zones, business, or residential districts is:
Answer: 25 mph
25 mph applies in school zones and business/residential districts.
In New Jersey, the speed limit in suburban business and residential districts is:
Answer: 35 mph
35 mph applies in suburban business and residential districts.
In New Jersey, the speed limit on non-posted rural roadways is:
Answer: 50 mph
50 mph applies on non-posted rural roadways.
In a New Jersey 65 mph zone, exceeding the limit by 10 mph or more brings:
Answer: Double fines
Double fines apply for going 10+ mph over in a 65 mph zone (and most moving violations there).
Even at the posted New Jersey limit, in rain, snow, or fog you must:
Answer: Slow down for conditions
Reduce speed for weather and road conditions.
New Jersey notes an ABS-equipped vehicle can still lose control at just 35 mph if a driver:
Answer: Violently jerks the wheel and brakes
Even with ABS, violently jerking the wheel while braking can cause loss of control.
Alcohol, Drugs & the Law .02 under 21 .08 adult
In New Jersey, you are Driving Under the Influence (DUI) at a blood alcohol concentration of:
Answer: .08% or higher
A BAC of 0.08% or higher is DUI.
.02 under 21 .08 adult
New Jersey drivers under 21 are subject to a lower BAC limit of:
Answer: .01% (zero tolerance)
Under-21 drivers face a .01% zero-tolerance limit.
A New Jersey commercial driver is considered under the influence at a BAC of:
Answer: .04%
Commercial drivers are DUI at .04%.
The only thing that lowers your blood alcohol concentration is:
Answer: Time
Only time removes alcohol from your body.
If you plan to drink in New Jersey, the safest choice is to:
Answer: Arrange a sober ride or designated driver
Line up a sober ride before you drink.
By driving in New Jersey, you have given implied consent to:
Answer: A breath test if lawfully arrested for DUI
Driving implies consent to a breath test if lawfully arrested for DUI.
Sharing the Road
When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren in New Jersey, you should:
Answer: Pull to the right and stop
Pull to the right edge and stop until it passes.
New Jersey's Move Over law requires that, for a stopped emergency or tow vehicle with flashing lights, you:
Answer: Move over a lane if safe, or slow down
Move over a lane if safe, otherwise slow down.
A motorcycle in New Jersey is entitled to:
Answer: A full lane of travel
Motorcycles are entitled to a full lane.
When passing a bicyclist in New Jersey, you should:
Answer: Give room and pass only when safe
Give bicyclists room and pass only when it is safe.
Vehicle Equipment New Jersey law requires the driver and front-seat passengers to:
Answer: Wear seat belts
Buckle up — New Jersey's seat-belt law is enforced.
If your turn signals fail in New Jersey, you should:
Answer: Use hand signals
Use hand signals if your turn signals fail.
Signaling & Communication An arm extended straight out the driver's window means:
Answer: Left turn
Arm straight out = left turn.
In New Jersey you must use headlights at night and:
Answer: Whenever you use your wipers in bad weather
Use headlights at night and whenever wipers are needed in bad weather.
Safe Driving New Jersey's stopping-distance table shows that at 50 mph the total stopping distance is about:
Answer: 247 ft
At 50 mph total stopping distance is roughly 247 feet (reaction + braking).
If you become drowsy while driving in New Jersey, you should:
Answer: Pull over safely and rest
Only rest cures drowsiness — pull over.
A safe following distance in New Jersey gives you:
Answer: Time to react and avoid a crash
Space ahead gives you time to react and avoid rear-ending others.
Keeping a safe following distance behind the vehicle ahead helps you:
Answer: React safely to sudden stops
Space ahead gives you time to react and avoid rear-ending others.
Points & Penalties If you are involved in a crash in New Jersey, you must:
Answer: Stop and give information
Stop and exchange information at any crash.
Accumulating too many points on a New Jersey driving record can lead to:
Answer: Surcharges and license suspension
Too many points bring surcharges and possible suspension.
A New Jersey GDL driver who fails to display the required decals may receive:
Answer: A fine
Failing to display GDL decals is a finable violation.