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New Jersey MVC permit practice test 13

33 questions written from the New Jersey Driver Manual, covering sharing the road, safe and defensive driving, licensing laws and penalties. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real New Jersey MVC test has 50 questions and you need 40 right.

33 questions
  1. Question 1An animal darts into the road ahead. What is the manual's main concern about swerving?

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    B: Swerving may cause you to hit something else or be hit from behind. Trying to avoid animals often causes crashes; swerving may lead you to hit something else or be hit from behind. New Jersey Driver Manual: Animals, page 155.

  2. Question 2Why are backup lights that stay on while moving forward a problem?

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    B: It is against New Jersey law to have backup lights on while moving forward. New Jersey law prohibits having backup lights on while the vehicle is moving forward. New Jersey Driver Manual: Backup Lights, page 45.

  3. Question 3An applicant whose native language is not offered for the knowledge test wants an interpreter. What must they do first?

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    B: Attempt the test in an offered language first. You must first attempt the knowledge test in an offered language; if you fail, MVC arranges a state-approved interpreter. New Jersey Driver Manual: Knowledge Test, page 30.

  4. Question 4Before opening your car door on the street side, what should you check for?

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    B: Traffic, including hard-to-see bicycles and mopeds. Check for traffic, especially bicycles and mopeds, before opening the driver's door; you may be liable for a crash. New Jersey Driver Manual: Parking Regulations, page 84.

  5. Question 5Is add-on tinting allowed on the windshield and front side windows in New Jersey?

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    B: No, it is prohibited. New Jersey law prohibits add-on tinting on windshields and front side windows. New Jersey Driver Manual: Windshield, page 47.

  6. Question 6How far in advance must you tell the MVC that you need an interpreter for the knowledge test?

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    C: At least two weeks. You must inform the MVC of the need for an interpreter at least two weeks before the date you plan to take the test. New Jersey Driver Manual: Knowledge Test, page 30.

  7. Question 7What does the manual recommend for eye checkups for drivers over 40?

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    B: Every year. Drivers should have their eyes tested every year or two; over age 40, every year. New Jersey Driver Manual: Vision, page 118.

  8. Question 8How long are New Jersey knowledge and vision test results valid?

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    D: Two years. Knowledge test and vision screening results are valid for two years. New Jersey Driver Manual: Examination Permits for New Jersey Residents, page 20.

  9. Question 9A person with a valid out-of-state license moves to New Jersey. Within how long must they apply for a New Jersey license?

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    B: 60 days or before the current license expires, whichever is sooner. New residents must apply within 60 days (30 days for a CDL) or before their current license expires, whichever comes first. New Jersey Driver Manual: Laws Governing Driver Licenses, page 4.

  10. Question 10A motorist with a valid license from another country may drive in New Jersey with that license for up to how long?

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    D: One year. A motorist with a valid license from another country may drive with it for up to a year. New Jersey Driver Manual: Examination Permits for Out-of-Country Drivers, page 21.

  11. Question 11How long is a New Jersey driver license valid before it expires?

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    B: Four years. Licenses and IDs are valid for four years. New Jersey Driver Manual: Enhanced Security and License Issuance Process, page 6.

  12. Question 12What must every New Jersey driver carry while driving?

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    B: A valid license or validated permit, plus valid insurance and registration cards. A motorist must carry a valid license, probationary license or validated permit, and valid insurance and registration cards. New Jersey Driver Manual: Laws Governing Driver Licenses, page 4.

  13. Question 13New Jersey uses a point system. How many points are added for a moving violation committed in another state?

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    B: Two. Two points are added to a New Jersey driving record for traffic violations committed in other states. New Jersey Driver Manual: Point System, page 137.

  14. Question 14How many points can be subtracted from your record for each year you go without a violation or suspension?

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    B: Up to three. Up to three points are subtracted each year without a violation or suspension, but never below zero. New Jersey Driver Manual: Point System, page 137.

  15. Question 15At how many points accumulated will a New Jersey driver receive a Notice of Scheduled Suspension?

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    C: 12 points or more. Motorists who accumulate 12 or more points receive a Notice of Scheduled Suspension from the MVC. New Jersey Driver Manual: Driver Improvement Program, page 133.

  16. Question 16How many points are removed after successfully completing a Driver Improvement Program?

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    C: Three. Completing a Driver Improvement Program removes three points from the driver's record. New Jersey Driver Manual: Driver Improvement Program, page 134.

  17. Question 17How many points does a voluntary defensive driving course remove, and how often does MVC recognize it?

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    A: Two points, once every five years. A defensive driving course removes two points, and the MVC recognizes it for point reduction only once every five years. New Jersey Driver Manual: Defensive Driving Courses, page 135.

  18. Question 18When does New Jersey's two-year probationary driver period begin?

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    B: When you receive a special learner or examination permit. The two-year probationary driver period starts when a special learner or examination permit is issued. New Jersey Driver Manual: Probationary Driver Program, page 134.

  19. Question 19During the probationary period, which drivers must enroll in the Probationary Driver Program?

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    B: Drivers convicted of two or more moving violations totaling four or more points. Two or more moving violations totaling four or more points require enrollment in the Probationary Driver Program. New Jersey Driver Manual: Probationary Driver Program, page 134.

  20. Question 20Motorists who accumulate six or more points within three years must pay what surcharge?

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    B: $150 for six points and $25 for each additional point. The violation surcharge is $150 for six points plus $25 for each point above six, billed every year that you have six or more points from violations posted in the past three years. New Jersey Driver Manual: Violation Surcharges and Point Violations, page 136.

  21. Question 21How many points are assessed for exceeding the speed limit by 1 to 14 mph?

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    A: Two. Exceeding the maximum speed by 1-14 mph carries 2 points. New Jersey Driver Manual: Moving Violation Point Chart, page 139.

  22. Question 22Speeding 30 mph or more over the limit carries how many points in New Jersey?

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    D: Five. Exceeding the maximum speed by 30 mph or more is a 5-point violation. New Jersey Driver Manual: Moving Violation Point Chart, page 139.

  23. Question 23How many points are assessed for tailgating?

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    D: Five. Tailgating (N.J.S.A. 39:4-89) carries 5 points. New Jersey Driver Manual: Moving Violation Point Chart, page 139.

  24. Question 24How many points are given for improperly passing a stopped school bus?

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    D: Five. Improper passing of a school bus is a 5-point violation. New Jersey Driver Manual: Moving Violation Point Chart, page 140.

  25. Question 25Leaving the scene of a crash that involved personal injury carries how many points?

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    D: Eight. Leaving the scene of a crash is 2 points with no injury and 8 points when there is personal injury. New Jersey Driver Manual: Moving Violation Point Chart, page 140.

  26. Question 26Which violation carries 2 points in New Jersey?

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    C: Failure to observe stop or yield signs. Failure to observe stop or yield signs is 2 points; racing and reckless driving are 5 and improper passing on the right is 4. New Jersey Driver Manual: Moving Violation Point Chart, page 140.

  27. Question 27Within how many days after registering must a new resident have a passenger vehicle that is five model years or older inspected?

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    B: 14 days. A new resident must have a passenger vehicle five model years or older inspected within 14 days after registering it. New Jersey Driver Manual: Vehicle Inspection, page 160.

  28. Question 28How often must most gasoline passenger vehicles more than five model years old be inspected in New Jersey?

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    B: Every two years. Gasoline passenger vehicles (1996 and newer) more than five model years old must pass inspection every two years. New Jersey Driver Manual: Vehicle Inspection, page 160.

  29. Question 29If you cancel your vehicle's insurance, what must you do with the license plates?

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    B: Return them to the MVC. If a motorist terminates vehicle insurance, the plates must be returned to the MVC. New Jersey Driver Manual: License Plates, page 159.

  30. Question 30Lost or damaged license plates must be replaced within how long?

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    A: 24 hours. Replace lost or damaged plates within 24 hours at any MVC Vehicle Center. New Jersey Driver Manual: License Plates, page 159.

  31. Question 31What happens to a driver's license for a first-offense hit-and-run involving injury or death?

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    B: Loss of license for one year. A first offense brings a one-year license loss (permanent for a subsequent offense) plus fines of $2,500-$5,000 and/or 180 days in jail. New Jersey Driver Manual: Motor Vehicle Violations, page 130.

  32. Question 32What is the penalty for a first offense of driving while your license is suspended?

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    B: $500 fine and up to six months additional suspension. First offense: $500 fine and up to six months of additional license and/or registration suspension. New Jersey Driver Manual: Motor Vehicle Violations, page 130.

  33. Question 33What can happen for a first offense of driving with no insurance in New Jersey?

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    B: One-year license loss, $300-$1,000 fine and community service. A first no-insurance offense can bring a 1-year license loss, $300-$1,000 fine, surcharges and court-determined community service. New Jersey Driver Manual: Driving Under the Influence (DUI) (penalty chart), page 126.

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