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State Test Review
This is a comprehensive study guide to be used for the state test.
The material in this power point covers every question on the test.
If you study this carefully and understand the information you should be able to pass the test with a high grade. Slide2
State Test Information Library
Use of Bright beam lights.
In
open country driving.
City driving
Drive slowly, yield to pedestrians, look at least 12 seconds ahead
Diamond shaped sign
Construction or warning
Not stopping for a pedestrian in a crosswalk has a fine of
$500, up to 25 days in jail, 6 months License suspension, 2 points and community service
To reduce your chances of having an accident use the standard accident prevention formula
;
Be Alert, Be Prepared, Act in Time
If a motorist is passing you:
you
should slow down and make it easier for them to passSlide3
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If a large truck or bus cannot see you in their rearview mirror you are in
their
NO- ZONE or blind spot
How much longer does it take for a truck to stop in
bad weather
25
% longer to stop
Child
safety seats belong in the
rear
seat
Parking rule for a fire hydrant
is
10’
Keep a safe distance:
to
decrease reaction time, get a clear view of the road, have time to react to emergencies
Parking for a stop sign
is
50
’Slide4
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Headlights should be on in daylight
hours
when it is raining and your wipers are on
3 second plus
rule
helps you keep a safe distance
Braking distance on dry roads at 60 mph =
300
ft.
When approaching a curve your vehicle wants to keep going straightSlide5
State test Information Library GDL
GDL Special Learner Permit Requirements (under 21) before receiving a PROBATIONARY LICENSE
Pass knowledge, vision and road tests, and completed 6 months of supervised driving without any postponements or suspensions.
A Special learner Permit must be purchased by an approved instructor
Probationary period is
2
years starts at age 16 and end at age 18
Probationary driver program
:
convicted of 2 or more moving violations totaling 4 or more points
Address change must be reported to MVC in
1
week
You are a Probationary driver for
2
years
Road test vehicle can’t have
any
obstructions or consoles separating the driver from the testerSlide6
GDL
Restrictions
Fine for violation is
$
100 and possible suspension
Driving hrs. permit or probationary driver:
You may drive
from
5:01am to 11:00pm,
You may not drive
from
11:01pm
to 5:00am
Passenger restrictions for a probationary driver: dependents and one additional passenger unless with parent
Decals
:
red reflective on front and rear license plates
No hand held or hands free cell phones or electronic devices
21 years or older have NO RESTRICTIONS
Basic License at 18
yrs
after
completion of all probationary requirements no suspensionsSlide7
GDL
Altering a driver’s license penalty is
a
suspension, fine and up to six months imprisonment
Applying for a license illegally –
license
suspension,
Fine of $200 - $500 and/or imprisonment
A 17 year old driver has a probationary period of 1 year,
It ends on the 18
th
birthday after completing a year of suspension free driving.
Before practice driving can begin the GDL driver must have
;
a valid registration, valid insurance and a valid permit from MVC
School, business and residential speed limit
is
25 MPH
Lost or stolen license should be
reported
to the police
When backing up (driving in reverse)
turn
completely around to the right and look out the rear windowSlide8
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The requirements for obtaining a probationary license are;
passing
the knowledge and vision and road test, age of 17, 6 months supervised driving with no suspensions or postponement.Slide9
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A NJ registered vehicles must have
LIABILITY
insurance
Address change must be reported in 1 week
Hand signals – straight out =
left
turn
Out and up =
right
turn
,
down
=
stop
Signals should be used
when
– Turning, stopping, changing lanes
Passing on the Right is allowed when
–
a motorist is turning left and there is room to pass.
You will get an insurance Surcharge
if
:
you get a D.U.I.,
(Liquor or drugs) Refusing the Breath TestSlide10
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If you sell your car and don’t need you license plate,
retun
them to the MVC or send them to Trenton
Before making a turn the driver must; be in the proper lane, signal at least 100 feet before turning
Using your seat belt keeps you from sliding off the seat, from hitting the windshield and being thrown from the car.
You must stop for the following; pedestrians at all times,
school
buses
on public streets with flashing red lights, and emergency vehicles. For emergency vehicles pull over to the extreme right and stop. Slide11
State Test library (Alcohol)
Driving under the influence of intoxicating beverages means:
The driver’s senses and judgments are impaired by alcohol
The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol related accident is:
Don’t drive after drinkingSlide12
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The only way to sober up is: Time
Crash Probability
BAC .05% = Risk Doubles
BAC .10% = Risk is 6x’s greater
BAC .15% = Risk is 25x’s greater
1 twelve ounce can of beer = 1 five ounce glass of wine = one 1 and ½ ounce drink of whiskySlide13
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Other drugs that affect driving are: cold pills, tranquilizers, prescription medications
BAC factors are: your weight, amount you drink, how fast you drink
After 2 to 4 drinks alcohol begins to impair: reaction time, coordination and balance and judgments
The implied consent law states that if you are suspected of drinking and driving you must submit to a breath test. Slide14
State Test Library (D.U.I)
Driving on public property to avoid a traffic control signal or sign penalty:
2 point moving violation
BAC level under 21 for D.U.I. is .01% this is the smallest amount of BAC a person can have (don’t be fooled)
Involved in an accident causing injury while driving with a suspended license: More suspension, Fine, possible JAIL Slide15
D.U.I.
Fines for violations in a Safe Corridor or construction work zone are DOUBLED.
If your License is suspended you may not drive for any reason until the suspension ends and your license is restored
The Probationary period after having your license restored is 1 YEAR
You will receive an insurance surcharge for the following; driving without a license, D.U.I. or drug relate offense or refusing the breath test and driving without liability insurance
Headlights on in daylight hours when your headlights and wipers are on
3 second plus rule helps you keep a safe distance
Braking distance on dry roads at 60 mph = 300 ft.
When approaching a curve your vehicle wants to keep going straightSlide16
D.U.I.
You may get a fine for any of the following:
Failure to remove snow and ice, leaving a vehicle idling for more than 3 minutes, violating the move over law
Host liability law: if a person drinks too much in your home an has an accident you can be involved in a lawsuit
The penalty for refusing the breath test is equal to a D.U.I. offense BAC of .10% the surcharge is $1,000/year for 3 yearsSlide17
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Ages 13 to 21 you may have your license suspended or postponed for the following; buying alcohol or D.U.I., graffiti, or setting false alarmsSlide18
State test library (Signs and signals)
Diamond = Construction or warning
At a multi-way stop, if you stop at the same time as another driver yield to the driver on the right.
Nearing an uncontrolled intersection ( no signs or signals): slow down and be prepared to stop
Right Turn on Red Law:
No sign, make a full stop, check traffic and pedestrians before proceedingSlide19
Signs
Octagon means STOP must park 50’ away
Black and yellow circle means Railroad crossing
Order of the traffic light top to bottom is red, yellow , green
Triangle means Yield
Railroad crossing with flashing lights:
Stop at least 15’ from the crossing
Double yellow centerline means NO PASSING is ALLOWEDSlide20
Sharing the road with trucks
Trucks have large “No Zones” (Blind spots)
Driver can’t see you
Stay far enough back so you can see the driver in his side mirror
3b things to remember about trucks
1-they make wider turns
2- leave more space behind them
3- Maintain constant speed when passingSlide21
State test Library (Sharing the Road)
Sharing the road with Trucks and buses remember: They make wide turns, leave more space when stopping behind them, maintain constant speed while passing them
Also remember their limitations: visibility, stopping distance and maneuverability
Be cautious in open country driving looking out for livestock or deerSlide22
Sharing
Acceleration Lane: An extra lane at a highway entrance
If you miss an exit on the highway:
Go to the next exit
Stopping behind a large truck: stay far enough back so the driver can see you in his rearview mirror
When passing a truck remember you are in his NO-ZONE the driver can’t see youSlide23
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A deceleration lane is: an extra lane at a highway exit
An acceleration lane is an extra lane at an entrance to a highway
The NO-ZONE or blind spot is the area where the bus or truck driver can’t see youSlide24
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When sharing the road with trucks and buses you should know the following; give them more room to turn, stop farther back behind them, maintain constant speed when passing
You must yield to the following; emergency vehicles, buses re-entering the road and vehicles already in the intersectionSlide25
State Test Library (Weather)
SKID – Take your foot off the gas pedal
At 35 MPH wet roads may cause your tires to
HYDROPLANE
and you loose control of the car
After driving through a deep puddle you should test your brakes
To avoid a spin, while in a skid, turn in the same direction the vehicle is skidding
Truck stopping distance in ADVERSE CONDITION is 25% longer
Headlights must be used ½ hr. after sunset until ½ hr. before sunrise or if visibility is less than 500’
At night be able to stop within the distance you can see ahead
Snow covered road following distance should be 6 seconds or more Slide26
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Drive through a Deep Puddle Test Your Brakes
To avoid HYDROPLANING Slow down and drive on the highest part of the road
3 second plus rule is for maintaining proper (safe) following distance. This gives the driver time to react to emergencies.
If your car begins to skid take your foot off the gas pedal
Road surfaces are most slippery during the first few minutes of a rainfall
The best way to “talk to other drivers is to use your horn, lights and hand signalsSlide27
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When entering a curve your car wants to keep going straight.
Slow down before you enter the curve.Slide28
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Wheels drift to the shoulder; slow down, turn steering wheel slightly towards the road
Brakes fail; shift to low gear, pump brakes several times
Gas pedal sticks; shift to neutral, steer the vehicle off the roadway
Flat tire/Blowout; slow down gradually by taking foot off gas
Parking on a hill; downhill curb or no curb turn toward the curb or grass, uphill no curb turn toward the grass, uphill with a curb turn wheels away from the curb