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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

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

straighter path

broader path

more angular path

smaller path

2 / 50

It is illegal for any person 21 years or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level of:

.03 percent

0.08 percent

0.10 percent

.05 percent

3 / 50

Federal law requires any male that is between 18 and ____ to meet Selective Service requirements.

26 years old

22 years old

19 years old

25 years old

4 / 50

If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track:

stop after crossing the first railroad track to watch for another train

speed up to pass in front of one of the trains before it reaches the intersection

honk your horn for the train to go faster

make sure you have a clear view of all the tracks

5 / 50

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

6 / 50

An inspection of a motor vehicle registered in New Jersey should occur each year by:

an auto repair shop

a mechanic

a car dealer

an official motor vehicle inspection station

7 / 50

This road sign indicates:

merging traffic

no passing zone

begin divided highway; keep right

keep left

8 / 50

It is safe for a pedestrian to begin crossing the street when:

the crosswalk indicator shows a flashing red hand

the crosswalk indicator shows a white hand

the crosswalk indicator shows a walking person

the crosswalk count down timer has reached 2 seconds

9 / 50

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

Driving while drinking a soda

Singing along to the radio while driving

Driving while under the influence of drugs

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

10 / 50

At a railroad crossing you must always stop before the tracks when:

There are more than two tracks

When the railroad blockades are up

You have young children in the car

You cannot fully clear the tracks after crossing

11 / 50

Crashes most often occur where?

at intersections

at the end of a driveway

on freeways

on side streets

12 / 50

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

four times

five times

six times

two times

13 / 50

You should look towards the ______ of the road if a vehicle is approaching you with their high beams on.

the right side

back and forth between the right and left side

center

left side

14 / 50

What does this sign indicate?

sidewalk zone

bicycle crossing

school crossing

pedestrian crossing

15 / 50

When approaching a car with headlights that are blinding you should:

honk your horn at the driver

turn on your parking lights

look away toward the right side of the road

flash your high beam lights at the other driver

16 / 50

Slow traffic shall remain in the _____ lane when on a highway with four or more lanes.

lane furthest to the right

shoulder

center lane

lane furthest to the left

17 / 50

You should _____ if your car breaks down on the highway.

honk your horn at passing drivers

wave to passing drivers

use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers

call a parent

18 / 50

This sign indicates:

proceed when safe after coming to a full stop

come to a rolling stop

proceed carefully through the intersection; stopping only for pedestrians

stop only if another car is coming

19 / 50

Following a complete stop at a traffic signal with a solid red light, you may:

turn right unless prohibited by signage

proceed straight ahead once giving the right-away to traffic in the intersection

turn left unless prohibited by signage

proceed straight ahead

20 / 50

Tampering with your emissions control devices ____________.

Is safe

Decreases maintenance costs

Creates increased air pollution

Decreases air pollution

21 / 50

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

25 percent

35 percent

45 percent

55 percent

22 / 50

You must ____ if a transit vehicle (bus) has signaled and is pulling back onto the roadway.

yield

move to the left lane

come to a complete stop

speed up

23 / 50

Except when passing, or on a road with 3 or more lanes traveling in the same direction, stay in the ___ lane.

shoulder

right

any

left

24 / 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.

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

there is nothing special you need to do

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

25 / 50

An arrow that is flashing yellow indicates.

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

go ahead and turn

you have the right-of-way

stop at the light

26 / 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.

.08% or higher

.02% or higher

.03% or higher

.05% or higher

27 / 50

This sign is a:

warning sign

national park sign

exit sign

stop sign

28 / 50

______ years old is the minimum drinking age in this state.

29 / 50

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

30 / 50

"Transit" is used to indicate _____.

a lane for semi trucks only

a lane for buses only

a lane for high efficiency vehicles only

a lane for motorcycles only

31 / 50

A driver's license will be suspended at what blood alcohol level if the driver is under 21 years old?

.02 or higher blood alcohol level

.025 or higher blood alcohol level

.07 or higher blood alcohol level

.06 or higher blood alcohol level

32 / 50

A gross vehicle weight rating of how many pounds or more means you are required to have a commercial driver license?

18,001

28,001

22,001

26,001

33 / 50

Car skids are mainly caused by what?

Driving at an unsafe speed

The size and weight of the car

New asphalt on the roads

Tires with limited tread

34 / 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

engage the brakes lightly several times

put more pressure on the chair

slam down on the brakes

35 / 50

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

7 months

1 year

6 months

10 months

36 / 50

You must attend a Traffic Law Substance Abuse Education Course before you can get a hardship license if you are under 21 and are suspended for a BAC of 0.02 to___.

0.04

0.05

0.06

0.025

37 / 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 cell phone to contact the police to determine if the road ahead is clear

use your turn signal to indicate your intentions

38 / 50

____ lines divide traffic moving in the same direction.

white

yellow

black

green

39 / 50

A flashing yellow light indicates:

speed through the intersection

proceed with caution

construction ahead

you must come to a complete stop

40 / 50

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

it is illegal to change lanes

multiple expressway exits

traffic is driving in opposing directions

changing lanes is permitted

41 / 50

You must not drive in a lane with this signal:

A green arrow

A flashing red light

A red "X"

A flashing yellow arrow

42 / 50

You are required to ______ if an emergency vehicle with red flashing lights or is using a siren is in your lane.

move from the right traffic lane to the left traffic lane

stop at the curb after pulling over

tailgate behind the emergency vehicle

cross over to the lane with approaching traffic

43 / 50

You can be fined up to how much if you dump more than 15 pound of trash?

1500

500

1000

44 / 50

When driving near a school zone a driver must:

speed up so that children will need to stop

honk your horn at all children

watch out for children who may not be aware of a vehicle

swerve around children in intersections

45 / 50

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

look left first, then right, then left again

perform a rolling stop

look right, then right again, and then left

flash your headlights

46 / 50

This sign indicates:

median ahead

four lane traffic ahead

intersection ahead

traffic moving in opposing directions

47 / 50

If you are found guilty of the following offenses your license must be revoked:

Driving across state lines

Murder

Felony drug possession

Robbery

48 / 50

Which of these scenarios is a legal way to park a vehicle?

Within 10 feet of a stop sign

Across the front of a private driveway

Within a no parking zone if running a quick errand

While at a police station 15 feet from the driveway entrance

49 / 50

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

you have a DUI on your record

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

everyone is required to take the class when renewing their license

you moved from out of state

50 / 50

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

merge into the circle after turning right

perform a U-turn

turn left and then right

drive through the island circle

Your score is

The average score is 69%

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/

Additional New Jersey Drivers License Helpful Links

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Even More New Jersey Drivers Tests

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