NJMVC Defensive Driving 4

Question 1

A driver experiences 'highway hypnosis' on the New Jersey Turnpike. What is the safest corrective action?

Accepted Answer

Exit at the next rest area, park, and take a short break

Answer

Highway hypnosis is a sign of driver fatigue; only stopping and resting safely addresses the root cause.

Question 2

When a tire blows out at highway speed, a defensive driver should first:

Accepted Answer

Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and steer straight

Answer

A firm grip and gradual deceleration prevent the vehicle from spinning out; hard braking can cause loss of control.

Question 3

In New Jersey, distracted driving includes which of the following activities?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Answer

Any activity that diverts attention from driving — cognitive, manual, or visual — qualifies as distracted driving under NJ law.

Question 4

What is the correct defensive response when you see brake lights suddenly appearing far ahead on a NJ expressway?

Accepted Answer

Ease off the accelerator, cover the brake, and prepare to stop gradually

Answer

Gradually covering the brake while easing off the gas gives vehicles behind you time to react, reducing chain-reaction collision risk.

Question 5

When parallel parking on a New Jersey street, you should signal and check mirrors at minimum how many feet before your target space?

Accepted Answer

25 feet

Answer

NJ requires signaling at least 100 feet before a turn or parking maneuver, giving other drivers adequate warning.

(NJMVC) New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Practice Test