NJ DMV NJ DMV Road Signs & Traffic Laws

Question 1

In New Jersey, what is the default speed limit in a school zone unless otherwise posted?

Accepted Answer

25 mph

Answer

The default speed limit in a New Jersey school zone is 25 mph unless a different limit is posted.

Question 2

What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black arrow curving back mean on a NJ highway?

Accepted Answer

Hairpin curve ahead

Answer

A yellow diamond sign with a reversing black arrow warns drivers of a sharp hairpin or U-curve ahead.

Question 3

Under NJ law, what must you do when you see a solid yellow centerline on your side of the road?

Accepted Answer

Do not pass — passing is prohibited from your lane

Answer

A solid yellow line on your side of the centerline means passing is prohibited from your lane; you must not cross the line to pass.

Question 4

In New Jersey, what is the required following distance when driving behind a school bus that is loading or unloading students?

Accepted Answer

Come to a complete stop at least 25 feet away

Answer

NJ law requires all vehicles to stop at least 25 feet from a school bus that is loading or unloading students with its red lights flashing.

Question 5

What does a white rectangular sign with black text reading 'WRONG WAY' mean?

Accepted Answer

You are driving against traffic on a one-way or divided road — stop and turn around

Answer

A 'WRONG WAY' sign means you are traveling in the wrong direction on a one-way road or highway and must immediately stop and reverse course safely.

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