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Driving Test Practice

If you’re preparing to take the New Jersey driving test, or you’re looking to work your way through the graduated driver's license program, you’ll want to study up to make sure you’re prepared. The test is required for all motorists between the ages of 16 and 17. As part of this process, you’ll need to take the NJ permit test and the NJ MVC written test (often referred to as the NJ DMV written test) along with the road skills test to prove you have the safe driving skills to operate a motor vehicle in New Jersey. This website offers up NJ driving test simulations that include multiple-choice questions to help you practice your knowledge of road signs and traffic laws. All of the tests are free and work on both computers and mobile devices, so take them as often as you’d like. These New Jersey practice driving tests can be a valuable component to help you pass your permit test section of the NJ MVC written test. This is the sample passenger vehicle driver’s test for the state of New Jersey. You will be presented with 50 questions and you must answer 40 questions correctly to pass. There is no time limit. You may not go back once you answer a question. Click the “Start Quiz” button below to begin.

1 / 50

When approaching a slow-moving vehicle you in your driving lane you should _______.

speed up to catch up with the driver

stop to give them time to go farther down the road

slow down in a safe manner by adjusting your speed

perform a u-turn

2 / 50

The rear wheels follow a ____compared to the front wheels when turning.

smaller path

more angular path

broader path

straighter path

3 / 50

This sign indicates:

traffic moving in opposing directions

four lane traffic ahead

median ahead

intersection ahead

4 / 50

The right-of-way is given to ______ when a driver enters a traffic circle.

pedestrians on the sidewalk

drivers already in the circle

drivers already in the circle and pedestrians

cars waiting to enter the traffic circle

5 / 50

The two-second rule is for:

Time you should wait before proceeding when the traffic signal turns green

To allow a safe gap between another vehicle and yourself

Time needed to adjust for bad weather

Amount of time you should give a pedestrian to cross the road

6 / 50

____ lines divide traffic moving in the same direction.

black

yellow

green

white

7 / 50

On a hot day when is has just begun to rain be cautious of ________ which can cause the road to be slippery for the first few minutes.

condensation

bugs

ice

oily road surfaces

8 / 50

You must make a full stop in all of these situations except:

when there is a steady red traffic signal

when there is a stop sign

when at a flashing yellow traffic light

when there is a red flashing traffic signal

9 / 50

Crosswalk that are not marked by painted lines are located where?

Where there is a pedestrian crossing sign

At intersections

There are no unmarked crosswalks

In parking lots

10 / 50

_____ is known as the distance a vehicle travels between the time the driver realizes there is a problem and when he / she applies the brakes.

half-speed distance

reaction distance

awareness distance

speed distance

11 / 50

A driver must slow down or stop for pedestrians within _____ when there are no traffic control signals.

the median

sidewalk

standing in a parking spot

marked crosswalks

12 / 50

It is best to keep a space cushion:

on the left side of the vehicle

on all sides of the vehicle

on the right side of the vehicle

at the front of the vehicle

13 / 50

A driver should be extra alert for motorcyclists, bicycles, and pedestrians because:

they have their own set of traffic laws

these vehicles and individuals are difficult to see in traffic

they have the right-of-way

they do not have turn signals

14 / 50

Car skids are mainly caused by what?

New asphalt on the roads

Tires with limited tread

The size and weight of the car

Driving at an unsafe speed

15 / 50

This sign indicates:

proceed carefully through the intersection; stopping only for pedestrians

come to a rolling stop

proceed when safe after coming to a full stop

stop only if another car is coming

16 / 50

Which of these is a valid document to prove your social security number?

proof of chance of address

a 1099 form

a social security receipt

W-3 form

17 / 50

Your license and registration will be suspended for up to _____ year(s) if you are unable to show proof of insurance under the No-Fault Law.

18 / 50

You must file a crash report with New Jersey Department of Transportation within _________ if the crash results in property of $1,000 or more and the crash is not investigated by the police.

2 weeks

24 hours

36 hours

10 days

19 / 50

You may have to complete a traffic law substance abuse education class if _____.

everyone is required to take the class when renewing their license

you have never had a driver's license in any state, county, or jurisdiction

you moved from out of state

you have a DUI on your record

20 / 50

A bad habit that was discussed in the manual that some people may develop when driving is:

Texting, calling, or otherwise using a mobile phone while driving

Driving while under the influence of drugs

Driving while drinking a soda

Singing along to the radio while driving

21 / 50

The first thing to do when pulling out from a right-side parallel parking space is _______.

give a right-turn signal

honk your horn

adjust mirrors

signal a left-turn signal and check for approaching traffic

22 / 50

Broken white lines on pavement are used to indicate _____ in this area.

multiple expressway exits

traffic is driving in opposing directions

it is illegal to change lanes

changing lanes is permitted

23 / 50

An arrow that is flashing yellow indicates.

stop at the light

go ahead and turn

you have the right-of-way

after yielding to pedestrians and cars, you may proceed in the direction of the arrow

24 / 50

Enter to the ______ of the central island when you approach a roundabout.

right

perpendicular

diagonal

straight on

25 / 50

If your blood alcohol level is at ______ and you are under the age of 21 years old you are considered to be driving under the influence.

.02% or higher

.05% or higher

.03% or higher

.08% or higher

26 / 50

If you reside in New Jersey for more than _____ you are considered a resident of the state of New Jersey.

7 months

10 months

1 year

6 months

27 / 50

You should stop at an intersection with a stop sign and:

look left first, then right, then left again

look right, then right again, and then left

flash your headlights

perform a rolling stop

28 / 50

You must not drive in a lane with this signal:

A flashing red light

A flashing yellow arrow

A red "X"

A green arrow

29 / 50

You are required to stop your vehicle when _____.

when approaching a flashing yellow light without oncoming traffic

at a green arrow

you encounter a red light

when a traffic officer indicates for you to proceed

30 / 50

At an intersection, a single solid white line across the road indicates that the motorist must _______.

stop when the reach the line

speed up

stop 5 ft back from the line

stop halfway across the line

31 / 50

Which of the following is not a proper use of a turn signal?

to indicate you are pulling over

to indicate to drivers behind you that it is safe to pass your vehicle

to indicate you plan to change lanes

to indicate your intent to turn

32 / 50

Tampering with your emissions control devices ____________.

Is safe

Decreases maintenance costs

Creates increased air pollution

Decreases air pollution

33 / 50

A speeding conviction of more than 15 mph over the speed limit results in how many "points" on your license.

34 / 50

The document that proves vehicle ownership and that is required to apply for a license plate and vehicle registration is:

Insurance document signed by a notary

Proof of insurance listing the vehicle as insured

Certificate of title of the vehicle

Receipt for purchase of the vehicle

35 / 50

If a railroad track has no signals or gates you should ____ when you are in a line of traffic that is crossing the tracks.

speed up to get across the tracks quicker

assess the situation to make sure there is enough room for you to fully cross the railroad tracks

you have the right of way and do not need to check for trains

there is nothing special you need to do

36 / 50

What does this sign indicate?

Construction Flagman Ahead

Turn Around

Increase Speed

Pull Over

37 / 50

What is the maximum amount of light that any treatment on your side windows can reflect?

25 percent

45 percent

55 percent

35 percent

38 / 50

This road sign indicates:

no passing zone

keep left

begin divided highway; keep right

merging traffic

39 / 50

If you need to make a right turn, left turn, a U-turn, or continue forward, the driver must _____ in a roundabout.

turn left and then right

merge into the circle after turning right

drive through the island circle

perform a U-turn

40 / 50

You should not _____ when changing lanes.

check your blind spot before changing lanes

check for other drivers who may be moving into the same lane as you

use your turn signal to indicate your intentions

use your cell phone to contact the police to determine if the road ahead is clear

41 / 50

To compensate for reduced braking action due to water or rain, the driver should take the following steps until proper braking action is restored.

put more pressure on the car horn

slam down on the brakes

put more pressure on the chair

engage the brakes lightly several times

42 / 50

Do avoid carbon monoxide poisoning you should:

Leave vents open when following closely behind another car

Always drive with your windows closed

Turn the car on in the garage with the garage door closed

Not run the engine of your vehicle in enclosed spaces

43 / 50

You should _____ when you plan to exit a controlled-access highway.

drive as closely to the person ahead of you as possible

be prepared to slam on the brakes

increase your speed on the exit ramp

slow down on the exit ramp

44 / 50

To get a New Jersey license you must have ____ proofs of address.

45 / 50

A fine for a first offense of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) by a minor 17 years of age or older, but less than 21 is:

Up to $500.00

Up to $100.00

Up to $75.00

Up to $1000.00

46 / 50

Should your vehicle break down on the highway you should:

Stay in the lane you broke down in

Stand in the right lane to flag down help

All of these answers are correct

Park off the pavement where you can be seen

47 / 50

You do not have to stop for an actively loading / unloading school bus if you are traveling on the opposite side of a divided highway with an unpaved divider of at least ____ in width.

5 feet

1 foot

You must always stop your vehicle for a stopped school bus regardless of direction or dividers.

4 feet

48 / 50

What does this sign indicate?

School zone ahead

Cross road ahead

Railroad ahead

Stop sign ahead

49 / 50

To retain your license you must complete Basic Driver Improvement course in these cases:

You are involved in a car accident.

You were convicted of passing a school bus when it's displaying a stop signal.

You have a DUI.

You drive through a yellow light.

50 / 50

Your braking distance increases by ______ when you double your speed on the highway.

two times

five times

six times

four times

Your score is

The average score is 65%

5/5 - (5 votes)

Drivers License

How To Get A New Jersey Drivers License

The process for getting a New Jersey’s driver’s license is essentially a three stage process of obtaining a Special Learner’s Permit, Probationary License and then a Basic Driver License. While this may initially seem complicated, we can guide you by answering some of the most common questions people have about the state of New Jersey’s requirements for getting a driver’s license.

How old do you have to be to get a New Jersey driver’s license? You can apply for a special learner’s permit when you are 16 years old, once you have enrolled in a licensed driving school. After completing your driver’s education, you will then pass a vision test and your knowledge permit test. You will need to complete 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction with a licensed instructor. Once a person has these steps, they must then wait until they are 17 for the next step for a basic New Jersey drivers license.

After completing your driver’s education, you will then pass a vision test and your knowledge permit test. You will need to complete 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction with a licensed instructor. Once a person has these steps, they must then wait until they are 17 for the next step for a basic New Jersey drivers license.

Can you take the New Jersey driver’s permit test online? You cannot take the New Jersey permit test online. You will need to schedule it and make an appointment for your knowledge test in person after you purchase your examination permit.

What are the steps for obtaining a driver’s permit in New Jersey?

To earn your learner’s permit you’ll need to pass a driver’s education course that covers New Jersey traffic laws and the basics of operating a motor vehicle safely. Beyond that you will need to:

Provide the requirements documents of your personal identification and address
Complete and submit form BA-412D
Pass the written driver’s permit test
Schedule a Knowledge Test
Pass a vision test
Pass the knowledge test
Pay your $10 fee
Complete the required 6 hours of driving instruction with a certified and licensed driving instructor

What driving restrictions does New Jersey have for permit holders?

Holders of New Jersey driver’s permits must practice supervised driving for 6 months. Supervised driving has a number of regulations, including:

Purchase a decal for $4 and display on your front and back license plate
Not permitted to drive after 11:01 and before 5:00 AM
Accompanied by an adult, over 21 supervised license driver who possesses a valid New Jersey driver’s license.
Only parents, guardians, or dependents are allowed as passengers
Only one additional passenger is permitted
Cell phones or any wireless device, regardless of it being “hands-free” or not, is not permitted
Seat belt usage is required

Pass The Test

How To Pass the New Jersey Driver's License Test

To pass the New Jersey knowledge permit test preparation is essential in the process to obtain your full license. Read the New Jersey driver’s manual. Study the manual and take notes on critical sections. Additionally, take good notes during your driver’s education course. As you study the manual and your notes from driver’s education, you can begin to gauge your progress by taking a NJ permit practice test like the one available on this site. You can also take our road signs practice test if you want to improve your knowledge of those.

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New Jersey License Frequently Asked Questions

You can do a same day renewal online for your driver’s license. You can do renew in person. You can do so online, in person, or through the mail. In both instances, you will need a valid Required documentation includes proof of ID (license, passport, birth certificate, etc.), social security number, and proof of current address. There is also an option to renew your drivers license in person. There is a $24 fee.

For those renewing their license in New Jersey no additional testing is necessary.

You can reschedule a road test if you fail. However, you must wait 14 days to take your road test again.

The following skills are commonly a part of the New Jersey driving skills test:

Driving in reverse
Stopping at appropriate signs
Nearing corners or intersections
Stopping smoothly
Sitting properly
Turning around
Steering properly
Parallel parking
Yielding to right-of-way

For drivers with a valid license or permit from another state, no additional testing is required. Bring in your license or permit with a secondary form of identification to a New Jersey DMV location within 30 days of moving to New Jersey and you can update to a new license relatively seamlessly.

Additional Information

Information on the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission

The MVC is responsible for testing student drivers and licensing all drivers. To schedule your licensing examination or get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.state.nj.us/mvc/index.html
Phone: 609.292.6500

To find the location nearest you, please visit:
https://drivingtestsample.com/dmv-locations/new-jersey/

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