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NJ DMV Knowledge Test Preparation Flashcards

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  1. What should a driver do if they feel drowsy while driving on a NJ highway?

    Answer: Pull off safely at a rest area and take a short nap or rest before continuing

    The safest action when drowsy is to pull off the road safely and rest; drowsy driving is a leading cause of highway accidents in NJ.

  2. According to the NJ Driver Manual, what is the proper way to use expressway entrance ramps?

    Answer: Accelerate to match highway traffic speed and merge smoothly

    Entrance ramps are designed to allow drivers to accelerate and match the speed of highway traffic before merging smoothly.

  3. What is the correct hand position on the steering wheel recommended by the NJ Driver Manual?

    Answer: 10 and 2 o'clock (or 9 and 3 o'clock)

    The NJ Driver Manual recommends the 9 and 3 o'clock (or 10 and 2 o'clock) hand position for optimal steering control.

  4. According to the NJ Driver Manual, what is the recommended space cushion to maintain around your vehicle at highway speeds?

    Answer: 3-second following distance

    The NJ Driver Manual recommends maintaining at least a 3-second following distance at highway speeds, increasing to 4-5 seconds in poor conditions.

  5. What does the NJ Driver Manual say about using a cell phone while driving?

    Answer: Hand-held cell phone use while driving is prohibited; hands-free devices are permitted

    NJ law prohibits using hand-held cell phones while driving; drivers must use hands-free devices and fully licensed drivers may use Bluetooth.

  6. According to the NJ Driver Manual, when should you check your mirrors?

    Answer: Every 5-8 seconds as part of routine driving, plus before any lane changes, turns, or stops

    The NJ Driver Manual advises checking mirrors every 5-8 seconds routinely and always before lane changes, turns, braking, or any maneuver.

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