NJMVC Safe Driving Practices 1

Question 1

What is the recommended following distance in normal driving conditions?

Accepted Answer

3-4 seconds

Answer

A 3-4 second following distance provides adequate stopping time and reaction distance under normal driving conditions.

Question 2

What is hydroplaning?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Hydroplaning occurs when water builds up between the tires and road surface faster than the tread can disperse it, causing the tires to lose traction.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Away from the curb

Answer

When parking uphill with a curb, turn wheels away from the curb so if the car rolls back, the curb will stop it.

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

During a blowout, maintain control by gripping the steering wheel firmly, gradually releasing the accelerator, and slowly moving to the shoulder once speed decreases.

Question 5

What is the leading cause of accidents among teen drivers?

Accepted Answer

Distracted driving

Answer

Distracted driving, particularly from cell phone use, is the leading cause of teen driver accidents, followed by speeding and inexperience.

(NJMVC) New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Practice Test

(NJMVC) New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Practice Test

NJMVC Safe Driving Practices 1