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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

You should ____ on slippery roads.

not drive faster than 15 mph

reduce speed

drive 5 mph over the speed limit

maintain the speed limit

2 / 50

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

traffic is driving in opposing directions

it is illegal to change lanes

changing lanes is permitted

multiple expressway exits

3 / 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

10 days

24 hours

36 hours

4 / 50

It is best to keep a space cushion:

on all sides of the vehicle

on the left side of the vehicle

on the right side of the vehicle

at the front of the vehicle

5 / 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

10 months

6 months

6 / 50

Yield the right-of-way to _____ when making a turn at an intersection.

oncoming traffic

all of these answers

other vehicles already in the intersection

pedestrians

7 / 50

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

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

proceed straight ahead

turn right unless prohibited by signage

turn left unless prohibited by signage

8 / 50

Passing is prohibited:

at double yellow dotted lines

when you are driving on the side with a dotted yellow lines and a solid line on the other

on hills and curves

when there is no oncoming traffic

9 / 50

You should increase space between your vehicle and others during a hard rain because:

it helps you see vehicles ahead of you

you need the space when using your high beam headlights

it will decrease chances of hydroplaning

the vehicle is more difficult to control on wet roads

10 / 50

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

right

diagonal

straight on

perpendicular

11 / 50

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

You are involved in a car accident.

You have a DUI.

You drive through a yellow light.

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

12 / 50

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

left side

back and forth between the right and left side

the right side

center

13 / 50

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

28,001

22,001

18,001

26,001

14 / 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

15 / 50

Car skids are mainly caused by what?

Tires with limited tread

Driving at an unsafe speed

New asphalt on the roads

The size and weight of the car

16 / 50

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

Robbery

Felony drug possession

Driving across state lines

Murder

17 / 50

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

pull over to the extreme right, clear of traffic

throw your keys out of the window

turn on your high-beams

rev the engine

18 / 50

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

500

1500

1000

19 / 50

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

20 / 50

You should not _____ when changing lanes.

use your turn signal to indicate your intentions

check your blind spot before changing lanes

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

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

21 / 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 $100.00

Up to $1000.00

Up to $500.00

Up to $75.00

22 / 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.

1 foot

5 feet

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

4 feet

23 / 50

This sign is used when:

road curves ahead

merging traffic

divided highway

closed lane ahead

24 / 50

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

two times

six times

five times

four times

25 / 50

You should ____ before backing up.

flash your headlights

sound three short beeps on your horn

turn your head and look through the rear window

rely on the car camera

26 / 50

Crashes most often occur where?

at intersections

at the end of a driveway

on freeways

on side streets

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

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

slam down on the brakes

put more pressure on the car horn

engage the brakes lightly several times

put more pressure on the chair

29 / 50

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

.025 or higher blood alcohol level

.02 or higher blood alcohol level

.06 or higher blood alcohol level

.07 or higher blood alcohol level

30 / 50

Two sets of solid double yellow lines that are spaced two or more feet apart indicate:

a barrier

one-way traffic

parking lot

passing lane

31 / 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

aim for the head of the animal

honk your horn multiple times

32 / 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.

.03% or higher

.08% or higher

.05% or higher

.02% or higher

33 / 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___.

0.06

0.05

0.04

0.025

34 / 50

An arrow that is flashing yellow indicates.

you have the right-of-way

stop at the light

go ahead and turn

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

35 / 50

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

look away toward the right side of the road

flash your high beam lights at the other driver

turn on your parking lights

honk your horn at the driver

36 / 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

While at a police station 15 feet from the driveway entrance

Within a no parking zone if running a quick errand

37 / 50

This sign indicates:

four lane traffic ahead

intersection ahead

traffic moving in opposing directions

median ahead

38 / 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.

39 / 50

You are required to stop your vehicle when _____.

at a green arrow

when a traffic officer indicates for you to proceed

when approaching a flashing yellow light without oncoming traffic

you encounter a red light

40 / 50

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

19 years old

25 years old

26 years old

22 years old

41 / 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.

speed distance

awareness distance

half-speed distance

reaction distance

42 / 50

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

a social security receipt

proof of chance of address

W-3 form

a 1099 form

43 / 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

condensation

bugs

ice

44 / 50

This road sign indicates:

merging traffic

begin divided highway; keep right

keep left

no passing zone

45 / 50

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

marked crosswalks

sidewalk

standing in a parking spot

the median

46 / 50

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

drivers already in the circle

cars waiting to enter the traffic circle

drivers already in the circle and pedestrians

pedestrians on the sidewalk

47 / 50

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

signal a left-turn signal and check for approaching traffic

adjust mirrors

give a right-turn signal

honk your horn

48 / 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

49 / 50

You should ______ when crossing railroad tracks in heavy traffic.

stop on the tracks if there isn't enough room to cross

race other cars across the tracks

cross once there is enough room for you to fully clear the tracks

honk at cars to speed up

50 / 50

On a road with an odd number of lanes on which traffic is allowed to travel in both directions, the center lane is used for:

Two-way left-turns

Backing up

High Occupancy Vehicles (HOV)

Merging

Your score is

The average score is 57%

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

We have put together ten additional tests to help you practice for your New Jersey Driver's License. Click below and get practicing!

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