NJ Permit Test 2021

25 July 2022
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Who must a driver with a special learners permit be accompanied by while practicing driving in NJ?
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A supervising driver age 21 or older with a NJ license and at least 3 years driving experience
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How long must a holder of a probationary license under the age of 21 wait before driving unsupervised?
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6 months, excluding any suspensions or postponements
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What driving hours are restricted for the owner of a GDL permit age 21 or older?
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None (no restrictions)
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What is the fine for violating any restrictions of the GDL permit or the probationary license?
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$100
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What hours are the owner of a GDL examination permit or provisional license under the age of 21 restricted to?
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5:01am-11:00pm
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How long is the probationary driver period for?
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1 year
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What must you present at the time of your road test?
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Valid vehicle registration, Valid permit, and a valid insurance ID card
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What are the passenger restrictions for a holder of a GDL special learner or examination permit under the age of 21?
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Dependents and one additional person, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian
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What is the fine for altering a driver's license or obtaining/showing an altered driver's license?
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$1,000 fine, up to 6 months imprisonment, and loss of driving priviledge
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What does the road test test the driver on?
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Stopping and turning, nearing corners and intersections, steering properly, driving in reverse, and parallel parking
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What hours are the owner of a GDL special learner's permit not allowed to drive between?
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11:01pm-5:00am
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When is the owner of a GDL permit eligible to obtain a Basic Driver's License?
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Age 18, after completing all probationary requirements with no suspensions or postponements
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What is the fine for applying for a driver's license illegally?
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A fine of $200-$500 and/or imprisonment
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What are the requirements for the holder of a GDL special learner's permit to obtain a probationary license?
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Pass the road test, be at least 17 years old, and have a minimum of 6 months driving experience.
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Who is required by GDL law to wear a seatbelt?
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The driver and all passengers
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What must you do before driving with a permit?
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Pass the knowledge test and the vision test, and obtain 2 red decals for your license plates (both front and rear)
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What are the requirements to obtain an unrestricted basic license?
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Completing all GDL requirements and one year of unsupervised driving with a probationary license
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How should the car's wheels be turned when parking downhill?
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They should be turned towards the curb
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How should the car's wheels be turned when parking uphill?
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They should be turned away from the curb (up, up, away)
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What must all drivers have during rain, snow, and ice?
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Windshield wipers and headlights on
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What lights are used for open country driving?
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High beam (bright beam) lights
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When should headlights be used?
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between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, and when visibility is less than 500 feet during bad weather
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What speed can you pass a school bus at when it is stopped to pick up or let off children?
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A maximum speed of 10mph from either directiom
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When is passing on the right allowed?
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on roads with more than one lane going in the same direction, and when the motorist ahead is turning left and there is room to pass
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What is the NJ speed limit in school zones, business or residential areas?
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25 mph
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You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?
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Within 10 feet
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What hand signal indicates a left turn?
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When a driver's hand and arm are straight out
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What hand signal indicates a right turn?
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When a driver's hand and arm are upwards (an L shape)
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Where should child car safety seats be placed whenever possible?
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In the back seat
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When are you allowed to turn right at a red light?
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When there isn't a "no turn on red" sign and after making a full stop and checking traffic
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What is an acceleration lane?
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An extra lane at a highway entrance
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What is a deceleration lane?
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An extra lane at a highway exit
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You may not park within how many feet of a stop sign?
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Within 50 feet
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What hand signals indicates a slow or stop?
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When a driver's hand and arm are downwards (an L shape)
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Who must you yield to at a multi way stop sign if you both arrive at the same time?
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The motorist on the right
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What should you do when approaching an uncontrolled intersection?
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Reduce speed and be ready to stop
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How do you back your car in a straight line?
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Turn your head and body to the right (looking over your right shoulder) until you can see clearly through the back window without the use of any mirrors
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What is the general rule at an uncontrolled intersection?
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Yield to the vehicle on the right
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What are the possible symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?
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Loss of consciousness, dizziness, and nausea/vomiting
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In addition to a possible fine, when operating a vehicle on a public or private property to avoid a traffic control signal or sign, a motorist will also receive a:
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2-point moving violation
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What should a driver do if they get angry or excited while driving?
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Give themselves time to calm down before driving again
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What is a good rule of thumb for following distances on snow covered roads?
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Maintain a following distance of at least 6 seconds
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When are roads most slippery?
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During the first few minutes of rainfall
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What can occur when driving at a speed of 35 mph or more on wet road surfaces?
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The tires can hydroplane and the motorist can lose control of the vehicle
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When the pavement is marked with two centerlines, one solid and one broken:
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Passing is only permitted on the side of the broken line
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What should you do if your wheels drift onto the dirt shoulder of the road?
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To return to the paved road, you need to slow down and regain control
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What is a good habit to follow when driving in the city?
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Look 12 seconds ahead, drive slower, and watch for pedestrians
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What should you do if a vehicle is passing you?
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Slow down and let the vehicle pass
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How do you avoid a spin while in a skid?
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Turn in the direction the rear of your car is going
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How does alcohol affect you while driving after 2-4 drinks?
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Alcohol impairs your reaction time, coordination, balance, and judgement
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What is the best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol related accident?
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Don't drive at all after drinking
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What is the only cure to sober up after drinking?
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Time
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If you drink and have reached a BAC of slightly above .05%, the risk of you causing a motor vehicle accident is:
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Doubled
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If a motorist has reached a BAC of .10%, the risk of causing a motor vehicle accident is:
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6 times greater
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How do you regain control in a skid?
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Take your foot off of the gas pedal
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1.5 ounces of 86 proof whiskey contains the same amount of alcohol as?
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12 ounces of beer
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12 ounces of beer contains the same amount of alcohol as?
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A 5 ounce glass of wine
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What rule can be used at any speed to keep a safe following distance while driving?
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The 3 second plus rule
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What should you do if you have a flat tire or a tire blowout?
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Grip the wheel firmly, take your foot off the gas pedal, and let the car coast to a stop
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How can you avoid highway hypnosis?
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Do not fixate on one object for more than a few seconds
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What should a motorist do if their vehicle becomes disabled?
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Pull onto the shoulder of the road as far as possible
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Who is most at risk to be a drowsy driver?
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Sleep deprived drivers, people who drive alone and young people
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What are signs of someone NOT being an aggressive driver?
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Yielding the right of way, making complete stops, and using turn signals
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Driving privileges will be postponed or suspended to any unlicensed person (13 to 21 years of age) convicted of:
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Buying alcoholic beverages, driving under the influence, graffiti, or setting false alarms
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What is the penalty for a pedestrian under the age of 17 who violates the pedestrian law?
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A fine of $22
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What is New Jersey's implied consent law?
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By law, if you drive in New Jersey, you have agreed to take any blood alcohol test, if suspected of drunk driving
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What might an aggressive driver cause?
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An accident
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What will result in an insurance surcharge?
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Driving under the influence of alcohol, refusing a breathalyzer test, or both combined
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What is the surcharge cost for a motorist who accumulates six or more points within three years?
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$25 per each additional point
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What is the refusal of a breath test in NJ equal to?
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Driving with a BAC of .10% and a MVC insurance surcharge of $1,000/year for 3 years
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What does it mean if you are in a driver's no-zone or blind spot?
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A driver of a large truck or bus cannot see you in their rearview mirrors
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What is important to remember when passing a large truck or bus?
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There are several blind spots where the driver cannot see you
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What is required of every vehicle in NJ?
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All vehicles must be insured for liability
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If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident resulting in injuries while your driving privileges are suspended, you are subject to:
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A fine, continued suspension of your driving privileges, and a mandatory jail sentence
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Who should a motorist always be prepared to yield to?
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Trains, buses, and postal vehicles
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To secure the safety of all pedestrians and bicyclists, motorists should:
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Yield the right of way in a crosswalk, obey speed limits, be alert when exiting a vehicle, and never pass another vehicle if they are stopped for a pedestrian
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How much longer does a truck take to stop in bad weather conditions?
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25% longer
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Who should you always yield to?
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Emergency vehicles, pedestrians, vehicles already in the intersection and buses re-entering traffic
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What should a motorist be cautious of in farm country/open land?
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Unexpected crossing of livestock/deer
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What should you do is you see police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, or volunteer fire/rescue squad members with their sirens and lights on?
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Move to the extreme right of the roadway to allow them to pass
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What should you do with your license plates if you sell your car and don't buy another one?
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Return them to the MVC
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What is the shape of a stop sign?
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8 sided (octagon)
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What is the shape and color of a railroad crossing sign?
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A black and yellow circle
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What is the order of colors on a traffic light hung top to bottom?
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Red, yellow, green
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When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, you must:
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Stop at the crossing
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What must be carried with a motorist at all times when driving a vehicle?
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Vehicle insurance card, vehicle registration card, and the driver's license or permit
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What groups are traffic signs divided into?
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3 groups: warning, guidance, and regulatory signs
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What should a motorist do at a flashing red light?
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Stop and yield to traffic and pedestrians
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What color is a road work or construction sign?
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Orange
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What should a motorist do at a flashing yellow light?
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Slow down and proceed with care
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What is the penalty for driving an uninsured vehicle?
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This can result in a fine, community service, license suspension, and surcharge
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What shape are warning signs?
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Diamond shaped
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Under NJ law, inline skaters, skateboarders and bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as:
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Moving vehicles
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Warning signs
Warning signs
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Normally are yellow and diamond-shaped, with black letters or symbols.
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Guidance signs
Guidance signs
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Blue or green signs with white letters
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Regulatory signs
Regulatory signs
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White sign with black lettering or red sign with white lettering
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Roadwork signs
Roadwork signs
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Orange diamonds