NJMVC Safe Driving Practices

Question 1

What is the recommended following distance in normal driving conditions?

Accepted Answer

3-4 seconds

Answer

1-2 seconds

Answer

5-6 seconds

Answer

7-8 seconds

Question 2

What is hydroplaning?

Accepted Answer

Tires riding on a film of water and losing contact with the road

Answer

Engine overheating from water exposure

Answer

Brakes getting wet and failing

Answer

Steering wheel vibrating at high speeds

Question 3

When parking uphill with a curb, which way should you turn your wheels?

Accepted Answer

Away from the curb

Answer

Toward the curb

Answer

Straight ahead

Answer

It doesn't matter

Question 4

What is the proper procedure for a tire blowout while driving?

Accepted Answer

Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and gradually slow down

Answer

Slam on the brakes immediately

Answer

Turn sharply to the shoulder

Answer

Accelerate to maintain control

Question 5

What is the leading cause of accidents among teen drivers?

Accepted Answer

Distracted driving

Answer

Speeding only

Answer

Driving under the influence

Answer

Vehicle malfunction

Question 6

What should you do when approaching an intersection with a yellow traffic light?

Accepted Answer

Prepare to stop if you can safely do so before the intersection

Answer

Speed up to get through before it turns red

Answer

Stop immediately regardless of position

Answer

Treat it like a green light