NJ DMV NJ DMV Road Signs & Traffic Laws 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does a flashing red traffic signal mean in New Jersey?
- Slow down — treat like a yield sign
- Stop completely, then proceed when safe — treat like a stop sign (Correct answer)
- Proceed with caution at normal speed
- The signal is malfunctioning — stop and call police
Correct answer: Stop completely, then proceed when safe — treat like a stop sign
A flashing red light must be treated as a stop sign — come to a complete stop and proceed only when the way is clear.
Question 2: In NJ, when must you use your headlights in addition to nighttime hours?
- Only at night
- Whenever windshield wipers are in use (Correct answer)
- When driving above 65 mph
- In tunnels only
Correct answer: Whenever windshield wipers are in use
New Jersey law requires headlights whenever windshield wipers are in use due to weather conditions such as rain or snow.
Question 3: What is the maximum speed limit on most New Jersey interstate highways?
- 55 mph
- 60 mph
- 65 mph (Correct answer)
- 70 mph
Correct answer: 65 mph
The maximum posted speed limit on most New Jersey interstate highways is 65 mph.
Question 4: In New Jersey, what is the 'Move Over' law?
- Change lanes when another driver wants to merge
- Slow down or move over a lane when passing stationary emergency or maintenance vehicles with lights flashing (Correct answer)
- Pull over to the right whenever a fire truck approaches
- Stop completely for any vehicle on the shoulder
Correct answer: Slow down or move over a lane when passing stationary emergency or maintenance vehicles with lights flashing
NJ's Move Over law requires drivers to move over a lane (or slow significantly if unable) when passing police, emergency, or utility vehicles stopped on the roadside with lights flashing.
Question 5: What does a green arrow traffic signal mean in New Jersey?
- Yield before proceeding in the direction of the arrow
- You may proceed in the direction of the arrow — conflicting traffic is stopped (Correct answer)
- Caution — pedestrians may be crossing
- The signal will turn yellow soon
Correct answer: You may proceed in the direction of the arrow — conflicting traffic is stopped
A green arrow signal means you may proceed in the indicated direction; conflicting traffic is controlled by a red light.
Question 6: When parallel parking in NJ, how far from a fire hydrant must your vehicle be parked?
- 5 feet
- 10 feet
- 15 feet (Correct answer)
- 25 feet
Correct answer: 15 feet
New Jersey law prohibits parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant to ensure emergency vehicle access.
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What does a flashing red traffic signal mean in New Jersey?