20 questions from the New Jersey driver handbook. Pick an answer to see the rule behind it.
1. Which lane is recommended for driving during a heavy rainstorm to avoid hydroplaning?
Answer: The center lane. The handbook advises using the center lane because it is typically the highest point of the road, which helps prevent tires from riding up on water.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 99: “In a heavy rainstorm, try to drive on the highest point of the road. For example, use the center lane on a multiple lane highway, when available.”
2. According to the handbook, what is a specific behavior an intoxicated driver might exhibit regarding stopping at traffic signs or lights?
Answer: They may make sudden stops rather than easing up. The handbook states that intoxicated drivers tend to make sudden stops instead of easing up to signs or lights.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 118: “Quick stops: An intoxicated driver may make sudden stops at a traffic sign or light, rather than easing up to it”
3. What is the fine range for a first offense of operating under the influence with a BAC of 0.08% or more but less than 0.10%?
Answer: $250-$400. The handbook lists the fine range as $250-$400 for this specific BAC range.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 125: “First offense/Operating under the influence of alcohol/BAC 0.08% or more but less than 0.10%. (N.J.S.A. 39:4-50) • $250-$400 fine”
4. What is the maximum fine for using license plate covers or holders that obscure lettering?
Answer: $100. The handbook specifies that obscuring license plate lettering results in a fine of up to $100.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 161: “Using license plates covers or holders that obscure or conceal any lettering on the license plate is a violation, with a fine of up to $100.”
5. What action should a motorist take after driving through water if the vehicle has conventional disc and drum brakes?
Answer: Pump the brakes gently to test and dry them. For non-ABS conventional brakes, gentle pumping is recommended to remove moisture and ensure proper function.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 47: “With conventional disc and drum brakes, a motorist should pump them gently after driving through water to test them and dry them out.”
6. What specific action must a motorist take before making a right turn on red?
Answer: Scan left, right, and behind the vehicle, checking mirrors and blind spots. The handbook mandates a comprehensive scan of all directions and blind spots specifically before making a right turn on red to ensure safety for vulnerable road users.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 69: “Before making any turn — especially a right turn on red — a motorist must scan left, right, and behind the vehicle, check mirrors and blind spots, and look carefully for bicyclists and pedestrians.”
7. What is the recommended distance for adjusting a driver's seat relative to the steering wheel for most motorists?
Answer: An arm's length from the steering wheel. The starting checklist advises that the seat should be adjusted so the motorist sits approximately one arm's length from the steering wheel.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 51: “For most motorists, the seat may be adjusted so they are sitting an arm’s length from the steering wheel).”
8. How should a rider handle a high crowned curve when turning left?
Answer: Slow down to straighten the motorcycle and reduce outward force. The handbook states that slowing down is the specific technique to handle the difficult banking of a high crowned curve.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 196: “The only way to handle the wrong-way banking is to slow down. This will straighten the motorcycle and reduce the outward force.”
9. When encountering rain grooves or metal bridge grating, how should a rider adjust their technique?
Answer: Ride relaxed and avoid abrupt maneuvers. The handbook advises staying relaxed and avoiding sudden movements when riding over surfaces that cause the motorcycle to wander.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 196: “Therefore, the best thing to do is ride relaxed and avoid abrupt maneuvers.”
10. How long is the delay of vehicle and moped license privileges for a violator under 17 years of age convicted of a third DUI offense on New Jersey’s waterways?
Answer: Two years. The handbook lists the delays for first, second, and third offenses as three months, six months, and two years respectively, making two years the correct duration for a third offense.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 134: “Violators under 17 years of age will have their vehicle and moped license privileges delayed for three months, six months and two years for first, second and third offenses, respectively.”
11. Under the Early Bird Road GDL (Option A), what is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Special Learner Permit?
Answer: Must be at least 16 years old. The handbook states that Option A requires the applicant to be at least 16 years old.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 17: “Must be at least 16 years old”
12. When making a right turn on a red light, what must a driver do first according to the handbook?
Answer: Come to a full stop and yield to traffic and pedestrians. The handbook mandates a full stop and yielding to traffic and pedestrians before making a right turn on red.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 92: “A right turn on red is permissible provided there is no sign stating otherwise, however, one must first come to a full stop and yield to traffic and pedestrians.”
13. What is the recommended action for a motorist regarding earphones while driving?
Answer: Never wear earphones. The handbook instructs drivers to never wear earphones to ensure they can hear important sounds like sirens.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 120: “A motorist should always keep the radio turned down and never, wear earphones.”
14. For an underage first offense with a BAC of 0.01% or more but less than 0.08%, how long is the suspension of driving privilege?
Answer: 30 to 90 days. The handbook states that the suspension period for this specific underage offense is between 30 and 90 days.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 126: “Underage first offense/BAC 0.01% or more but less than 0.08%. (N.J.S.A. 39:4-50.14) • 30- to 90-day suspension of driving privilege”
15. When a motorist signals a right turn, who must they yield to according to the handbook?
Answer: Bicyclists, skateboarders, or inline skaters moving through an intersection. The handbook mandates that motorists signaling a right turn must yield to bicyclists, skateboarders, and inline skaters who are moving through the intersection.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 153: “Motorists signaling a right turn must yield to bicyclists, skateboarders, or inline skaters moving through an intersection.”
16. According to the handbook, what is the recommended practice for judging safe following distances?
Answer: Use the three-second-plus rule. The handbook recommends the 'three-second-plus rule' as the standard method for determining adequate following distance.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 93: “It is a good practice to use the “three-second-plus rule,” (see following pages) to help judge enough following distances.”
17. How much longer can a large vehicle take to stop during bad weather compared to normal conditions?
Answer: As much as 25 percent longer. The handbook states that large vehicles require up to 25 percent more time to stop in bad weather.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 149: “In addition, during bad weather, a truck, or tractor-trailer, or bus can take as much as 25 percent longer to stop.”
18. How many hours of practice driving during darkness are required for the Early Bird Road GDL (Option A) supervised driving phase?
Answer: 10 hours. The handbook specifies that within the 50 total hours, a minimum of 10 hours must be completed during darkness.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 17: “Must complete a minimum of 50 practice driving hours, including 10 hours during darkness *”
19. Which of the following is a recommended practice for motorists traveling through a work zone?
Answer: Turn on headlights so workers and other motorists can see the vehicle. The handbook lists turning on headlights as a specific instruction to ensure visibility for workers and other drivers.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 105: “Turn on headlights: Workers and other motorists must be able to see the vehicle.”
20. At what speed do air bags typically inflate to protect adults in a front-end crash?
Answer: Up to 200 mph. The handbook states that air bags inflate at speeds of up to 200 mph during a crash.
New Jersey driver handbook, page 45: “Air bags inflate at speeds of up to 200 mph to protect adults in a front-end crash.”