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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

If you are pulled over by a police officer you should do which of the following?

rev the engine

pull over to the extreme right, clear of traffic

turn on your high-beams

throw your keys out of the window

2 / 50

Double solid yellow lines on the road separating two lanes of traffic indicate:

drive to the left of the lines

okay to pass

traffic moving in the same direction

traffic is moving in opposite directions

3 / 50

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

traffic is driving in opposing directions

multiple expressway exits

changing lanes is permitted

it is illegal to change lanes

4 / 50

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

speed up

stop 5 ft back from the line

stop halfway across the line

stop when the reach the line

5 / 50

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

.05 percent

0.10 percent

0.08 percent

.03 percent

6 / 50

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

an auto repair shop

a car dealer

a mechanic

an official motor vehicle inspection station

7 / 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

8 / 50

If there is no way to avoid a collision with an animal, you should do which of the following:

speed up

keep control of your vehicle on the roadway

honk your horn multiple times

aim for the head of the animal

9 / 50

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

22,001

18,001

28,001

26,001

10 / 50

_________ to stop your vehicle safely when your ability to see ahead is affected by rain, snow, or ice.

Allow for increased following distance

Apply pressure to brakes every 4 seconds

Increase your speed

Drive over the rumble strip

11 / 50

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

35 percent

45 percent

55 percent

25 percent

12 / 50

You are required to stop your vehicle when _____.

at a green arrow

when approaching a flashing yellow light without oncoming traffic

when a traffic officer indicates for you to proceed

you encounter a red light

13 / 50

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

turn left unless prohibited by signage

proceed straight ahead

turn right unless prohibited by signage

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

14 / 50

The _______ allows you to increase your speed at the end of most entry ramps on the freeway.

left lane

slow lane

braking lane

acceleration lane

15 / 50

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

16 / 50

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

turn on your parking lights

honk your horn at the driver

look away toward the right side of the road

flash your high beam lights at the other driver

17 / 50

To improve your safety when driving at night it is best to:

Blink your eyes often

Decrease your speed

Flash between your high-beam and low-beam lights frequently

Keep your eyes focused to the right side of the road

18 / 50

It is best to keep a space cushion:

on the left side of the vehicle

on the right side of the vehicle

at the front of the vehicle

on all sides of the vehicle

19 / 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

.03% or higher

.08% or higher

.05% or higher

20 / 50

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

Felony drug possession

Murder

Robbery

Driving across state lines

21 / 50

Do not __________ until you have successfully overtaken a vehicle while passing on a two-lane road.

increase your speed

return to the driving lane

decrease your speed

move to the passing lane

22 / 50

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

increase your speed on the exit ramp

slow down on the exit ramp

be prepared to slam on the brakes

drive as closely to the person ahead of you as possible

23 / 50

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

24 / 50

"Transit" is used to indicate _____.

a lane for high efficiency vehicles only

a lane for semi trucks only

a lane for motorcycles only

a lane for buses only

25 / 50

The two-second rule is for:

To allow a safe gap between another vehicle and yourself

Time needed to adjust for bad weather

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

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

26 / 50

____ lines divide traffic moving in the same direction.

yellow

black

green

white

27 / 50

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

the crosswalk count down timer has reached 2 seconds

the crosswalk indicator shows a white hand

the crosswalk indicator shows a flashing red hand

the crosswalk indicator shows a walking person

28 / 50

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

perpendicular

right

diagonal

straight on

29 / 50

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

adjust mirrors

give a right-turn signal

honk your horn

signal a left-turn signal and check for approaching traffic

30 / 50

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

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

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

31 / 50

This sign indicates what when you enter an exit ramp?

The speed limit on the highway is 25 mph

You should proceed at 25 mph or less for safety

The regulatory speed limit at this exit is 25 mph.

The speed limit is 25 mph on the following road

32 / 50

A flashing yellow light indicates:

speed through the intersection

you must come to a complete stop

proceed with caution

construction ahead

33 / 50

What does this sign indicate?

Stop sign ahead

Cross road ahead

School zone ahead

Railroad ahead

34 / 50

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

they do not have turn signals

they have their own set of traffic laws

they have the right-of-way

these vehicles and individuals are difficult to see in traffic

35 / 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

36 / 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.

oily road surfaces

bugs

ice

condensation

37 / 50

This sign indicates:

come to a rolling stop

proceed carefully through the intersection; stopping only for pedestrians

stop only if another car is coming

proceed when safe after coming to a full stop

38 / 50

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

center lane

shoulder

lane furthest to the left

lane furthest to the right

39 / 50

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

Singing along to the radio while driving

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

Driving while under the influence of drugs

Driving while drinking a soda

40 / 50

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

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

you have a DUI on your record

you moved from out of state

everyone is required to take the class when renewing their license

41 / 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

42 / 50

What does this sign indicate?

Turn Around

Increase Speed

Construction Flagman Ahead

Pull Over

43 / 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

44 / 50

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

45 / 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

Receipt for purchase of the vehicle

Certificate of title of the vehicle

Proof of insurance listing the vehicle as insured

46 / 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___.

0.05

0.04

0.025

0.06

47 / 50

You should ____ before backing up.

flash your headlights

rely on the car camera

turn your head and look through the rear window

sound three short beeps on your horn

48 / 50

It is best to _____when under emotional or physical stress while driving a vehicle.

call a parent while driving

chug coffee

have someone else drive or stop driving

turn the volume of the radio up

49 / 50

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

slow down in a safe manner by adjusting your speed

stop to give them time to go farther down the road

perform a u-turn

speed up to catch up with the driver

50 / 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

Your score is

The average score is 59%

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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