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notification in change in address
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1 week
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notification in change of name
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2 weeks
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moving to NJ you must...
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reapply for license within 60 days (30 for CDL)
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List the 5 Endorsements for CDL Drivers...
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T- Double & Triple Trailers
P- Passengers S- School Bus N- Tanker (transporting gas or liquids) H- Hazardous materials |
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The 3 Test Vehicle Requirements are...
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1. Valid Inspection Sticker
2. Valid registration document 3. Valid insurance ID card |
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What do all Front Seat Passengers must do?
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Wear a seatbelt
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Who is the motorist responsible for?
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All passengers under 18
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What is the statistic safety of a Seatbelt from saving your life?
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60% a 3-4 times better chance of survival
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What is the standard stop ratio?
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25ft at 20mph
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When should you use the horn?
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to signal when Passing or coming out a Blind Alley, Curve or Driveway
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How far can a horn be heard?
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200ft
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What does SRS and SIR stand for?
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supplemental restraint system
supplemental inflatable restraint |
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How to use conventional or drum brakes?
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pump them gently after driving through water to test and dry them out. Do not slam or they could lock up.
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What does ABS stand for and how to test them?
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Antilock Braking System.
Test by applying steady pressure to the brake pedal. |
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Regarding snow and ice on a vehicle what MUST motorists do?
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State Law requires a motorist to remove snow or ice from a vehicle before driving to avoid accidents.
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What must you do before getting into a vehicle?
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look behind and in front of it to make sure there are no blind spots.
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Where should the motorist keep the vehicle on the lane it is traveling (assuming it is a single lane)?
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the center.
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On a two way lane with traffic coming toward the vehicle, where should the motorist direct?
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towards the right
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What is the typical reaction time?
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3/4 seconds.
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When should a driver turn on the turn signal?
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100 ft before turning.
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When driving in a straight reverse what is the position of the driver?
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head and body turned to the right until can see clearly through back window without the mirrors. Right hand and arm should be placed on the back of the seat whte left hand palming the wheel.
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What is the speed for reverse driving?
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2 to 4 mph.
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When driving in a turned reverse what is the position of the driver?
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two hands on the wheel to steer, while head and body is turned to look out the rear window.
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When parking a vehicle facing downhill
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hand brake set and wheels turned TOWARD the curb. Vehicle in park or with manual transmission in reverse.
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When parking a vehicle facing uphill
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hand brake set and wheels turned AWAY from the curb. Vehicle in park or with manual transmission in low.
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What is the speed limit for school zones, business or residential districts?
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25 mph
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What is the speed limit for suburban business and residential districts?
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35 mph
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What is the speed limit for non-posted rural roadways?
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50 mph
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What is the speed limit for certain state highways (as posted) and interstates?
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55 mph
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What is the speed limit for certain interstate highways (as posted)?
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65 mph
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Always slow down...
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1. On narrow or winding roads
2. Intersections or RR crossings 3. Hills 4. Sharp or blind Curves 5. Pedestrians or driving hazards 6. Road is wet and slippery |
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Is it bad to drive slowly?
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yes.
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When is passing safe?
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when there is no oncoming traffic.
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Where should MOST passing occur?
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the left.
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When is passing on the right allowed?
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1. when roads with more than one lane going in the same direction.
2. the motorist ahead is making a left turn and there is room to pass. |
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Where should you NEVER pass?
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the right shoulder of the road.
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When should you just not pass?
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1. On a hill or curve where cannot see ahead
2. Street crossing or intersection 3. RR crossing 4. Bridges or tunnels 5. When signs prohibit 6. When behind a vehicle that has stopped to let ped cross. |
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You must yield the right of way to...
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Vehicles already in the intersection
Emergency vehicles Buses Postal Vehicles Assistance devices... |
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What is an intersection?
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An intersection is where two or more roads cross or merge at angles.
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What is a controlled intersection?
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An intersection that has traffic signals or signs in any direction. Motorist must yield for certain conditions.
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At a multi-way stop or stop intersection, when 2 motorists get there at the SAME time who must yield?
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the motorist must yield to the motorist on the right.
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A motorist must yield to...
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the motorist already stopped at the intersection.
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When at an intersection controlled by a yield sign, what must a motorist do?
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slow down and yield to traffic on the intersecting roadway, even if they have to stop.
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When making a left turn at an intersection what must a motorist do?
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yield to oncoming traffic and stop for peds within the crosswalk.
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When a stop sign is up in an intersection what are the rules of the motorist?
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cannot enter or cross unless they bring vehicle to full stop at a point within 5 feet from the nearest crosswalk or the marked stop line.
They may only proceed after yielding the right of way to all traffic on the intersection. |
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What is an uncontrolled intersection?
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when two or more roads join and there is no traffic signal or regulatory device.
Motorist must be very careful when approaching. There is "usually" a warning sign prior to the intersection |
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What must a motorist be prepared to do when nearing an uncontrolled intersection?
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must reduce speed and be ready to stop if any traffic is coming right or left.
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What is the general yield rule?
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The vehicle on the left should yield to the vehicle on the right.
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What are acceleration lanes?
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extra lanes at highway entrances used by motorist to speed up to join the flow of traffic.
Avoid stopping, yield to traffic and enter the right hand lane when safe. |
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What are deceleration lanes?
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exit ramps, which are extra lanes at a highway exit which are located on the right hand side of the roadway.
Start slowing down when entering one, and obey the speed limit. Always look for signs |
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What is a weave lane?
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both an entrance and an exit for an expressway.
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In a weave lane who must yield?
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motorist entering the entrance ramp must yield to motorist leaving the expressway.
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where should a motorist drive to avoid merge conflicts?
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left or center lane.
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when encountering a disable vehicle what should you do?
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reduce speed and increase distance between their vehicle and yours. May involve change of lanes.
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What should you do when YOUR vehicle becomes disabled?
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-pull off as far as possible to the shoulder.
-turn on emergency flashers -raise the hood for assistance -stay in the vehicle and lock the doors |
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What should a motorist do when nearing construction areas?
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adjust speed and adjust position to maintain space around their vehicle.
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What will the vehicles tend to do when approaching a curve?
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tend to keep going straight, so motorist should adjust steering.
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When entering a curve, what should a motorist do?
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slow down before entering
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What should you do when two vehicles meet at an intersection and both have signaled to turn left?
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use extra caution.
When safe each motorist should turn to the left of the center of the intersection. |
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What should you do when you turn left on a one way road?
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turn into the left lane of the road they are entering...
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When turning left from a two way road onto a two way road what should you do?
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Approach the turn as close as possible to the line nearest the center of the road.
Do not cross land markings. keep to the right of the center line of the road the vehicle is entering. |
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How should you turn from a 2 lane road to a 4 lane highway?
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Approach the turn as close to the center line of the right side of the road as possible. Make the turn before reaching the center of the intersection.
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When do the most traffic signal accidents happen?
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the first few seconds the light has changed.
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When a motorist is coming from an alley private driveway or building...
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they must stop.
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How far do motorists have to stop from a RR Crossing when lights are flashing?
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15 ft.
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How far away must a motorist stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?
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25 ft.
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When a school bus has stopped in front of a school to let in/let off kids, what can the motorist do?
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Motorist can pass from either direction at a speed no more than 10 mph.
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When nearing an emergency vehicle that is flashing its emergency lights what must a motorist do?
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change lanes into lane not adjacent to the authorized vehicle. OR if not allowed, then you must reduce speed and be prepared to stop.
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When must headlights be used?
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one half after sunset and one half hour before sunrise.
Also when visibility is 500 ft or less, when using window wipers and in cases of fog mist or smoke. |
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When can bright beam be used?
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open-country driving when there is no traffic in sight.
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What are the negative affects of the bright beam?
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3-5 seconds of light blindness. Beams should never be flashed at an approaching motorist.
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When are dim beams used?
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city driving, in traffic or roadways. They are focused down on the road.
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What is the limit to park from the curb?
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6 in.
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How far can you park from a fire hydrant?
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10 ft.
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How far can you park within a crosswalk at an intersection?
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25 ft.
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How far can you park near a RR Crossing?
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50 ft.
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How far can you park within a stop sign?
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50 ft.
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How far can you park within a fire station?
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20 ft. from the entrance and 75 ft. on the opposite street from the entrance.
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What is aggressive driving?
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progression of unlawful driving actions, such as speeding, improper lane changes and passing
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What is road rage?
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lose of tempers or frustration at traffic disturbances.
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What is highway hypnosis?
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a trance-like state, that can be avoided by not looking at anything for a few seconds.
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How much space should be between cars to avoid tailgating?
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one car length (20 ft.) for each 10 mph of speed.
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when are roads surfaces most slippery?
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during the first few minutes of rainfall.
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What is hydroplaning and when does it start to happen?
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when tires rid up on a film of water starting at about 35 mph. This increases with speed and after 55 mph the tires completely leave the road.
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Night driving is ratio by...
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reaction time 1.5 sec (a vehicle travels 88 ft. per second at 60 mph so 132 ft. reaction distance.
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In city driving how far ahead must a motorist be able to see?
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12 seconds.
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What should a motorist do when hard braking causes a SKID?
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a motorist should handle a skid in both front wheel and rear wheel same ways. If the rear starts to slide, then take your foot off the pedal.
A vehicle may spin if the steering wheel is quickly turned away from the direction of the skid. To avoid the spin, motorist should turn in the direction the rear of the vehicle is skidding without oversteering. When skidding a motorist should look in the direction htey want to go. When htey feel they are back in control they should straighten the wheels. Avoid using the brakes |
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What should a motorist do when a vehicles wheels drift onto the shoulder of the road?
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Stay on the shoulder and ease up on the gas pedal. Once slowed to 25 mph the motorist can get back by turning one quarter turn toward the road.
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When a vehicle experiences brake failure in conventional or drum brakes, what should you do?
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shift to lower gear and pump the brake pedal fast and hard several times.
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To avoid collisions what are the 3 things that can be done?
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stop quickly, turn quickly or speed up.
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when in a rear collision what should you do?
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be ready to apply brakes to avoid being pushed into ahead car. Brace self and press against seat.
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What should you do in a side collision?
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keep a tight grip on wheel (keeps you from getting thrown against the side). Be ready to turn fast so to control car.
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What should you do in a head on collision?
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use arms to protect face. OR if no seat belt then throw self across seats.
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When a collision happens to you or you witness one, what should you do?
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-remain in car
-call police (assume worse) -wait at the scene (don't block traffic) -warn oncoming traffic |
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What are the 4 factors that determine Body Alcohol Concentration?
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1. Quantity of it consumed
2. Body weight 3. How quickly drank 4. Food eaten |
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If you are under 21 what is the amount you get in trouble for?
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BAC of 0.1% or higher.
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What are the risk factors for BAC's of 0.5%, 0.10% and 0.15%?
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0.5% doubles
0.10% (6 times as much) 0.15% (25 times as much) |
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1.5 oz of whiskey is equal to how much beer and wine?
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12 oz of beer and 5 oz of wine
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What happens to hosts who let their guests leave intoxicated?
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they could be involved in a LAWSUIT.
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After alcohol what is the other most known accident causer?
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marijuana
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What is the penalty for a underage DUI?
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$500 fine and loss of license for 6 months.
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What is the Implied Consent Law?
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by using NJ roads you give consent to a breath test given by police or hospital.
Refusal will be detained and brought to a hospital where blood will be drawn. |
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What is the equivalent punishment for a breath refusal?
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Driving with a BAC of 0.10% for the first offense.
insurance surcharge of $1000 for 3 years. |
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What is the IDRC?
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when charged with alcohol offense you will be detained at an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center where they will give you classes on your wrongs.
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How many points will be subtracted if there are no violations that year?
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3 points. But it will never be 0
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When around a truck what are the areas you should avoid?
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The no-zones...essentially the front and back and sides. Keep at least 200 ft. in distance from behind and a decent 10-20 ft. in front. Do not tailgate.
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When a truck is turning and you are near it, what should you do?
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give it road space, as it may not see you and therefore destroy you.
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what is the speed limitations for a moped?
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25 mph.
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What are the 3 things you must do when getting a car?
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-title it.
-register it. -insure it. |
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How to title a vehicle
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get it from the dealership or the previous owner and take to MVC.
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How to register a vehicle.
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Go to MVC and fill out application. Show proof of ownership.
Then you will receive two license plates. |
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when are vehicle inspections? and what do you need to bring?
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every 2 years at a state inspection place. Bring license, registration and insurance documents.
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What do you need to renew license?
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bring expiring license, renewal application, 6ID
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What are the 3 basic traffic signs?
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1, Warning: hazards ahead that are difficult to see
2. Guidance: guides by identifying the route 3. Regulatory: traffic, speed and movement |
