Take 2026 New Jersey Permit Test 16

QUESTION 1 / 25

The driver's left arm and hand are extended upward. This hand signal means that the driver plans to: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/new-york-hand_signal_up.png

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ATurn left.✓BTurn right.✓CCome to a stop.✓DGo straight ahead.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

When changing lanes you should not:

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ACheck your side and rearview mirrors.✓BGive a turn signal to signal your intentions.✓CCheck for other drivers who may be moving into the same lane as you.✓DUse your cell phone to contact the police to determine if the road ahead is clear.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

A slow-moving vehicle emblem is:

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AA rectangular red sign.✓BA circular green sign.✓CA diamond-shaped yellow sign.✓DA triangular orange sign.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way?

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AEither one✓BThe vehicle on the left✓CThe vehicle on the right✓DNeither✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

You must yield to other drivers:

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AWhen entering a street from a garage or alley.✓BWhen they are on a road to your left and you have reached an unmarked intersection at the same time.✓CWhen your traffic signal is a green arrow.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

If a vehicle using high beams comes toward you, you should look toward ____ of the road.

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AEither side✓BThe center✓CThe right side✓DThe left side✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

You may avoid a traffic signal by driving on public or private property:

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AUnder no circumstances.✓BIf the property owner grants you permission.✓CIf you are running late.✓DIf an officer directs you to do so.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

You are driving up a hill and are approaching a heavy truck from the rear. You should know that:

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AThe truck may be traveling at a speed slower than the posted speed limit.✓BYou may not be able to safely pass the truck.✓CYou may not be able to legally pass the truck.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are divided by ____ lines.

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AYellow✓BWhite✓CRed✓DBlack✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

When approaching a school bus stopped with its stop arm extended, drivers should:

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ACome to a complete stop and wait to proceed.✓BHonk their horn before passing the bus on its left.✓CContinue driving when they think most kids are probably done exiting the bus.✓DPass the bus before its door opens.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track:

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AWait to proceed until you have a clear view of all tracks.✓BStop on the first railroad track and watch for another train.✓CGo through as soon as the train passes.✓DGo through when one of the tracks is free.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

When passing on a multilane highway:

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ABe sure the passing lane is clear.✓BPass only on the right.✓CWatch for oncoming traffic.✓DThere is no need to signal.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

When the road is marked with a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line, with the broken line next to your lane, you may pass:

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AOnly in an emergency.✓BIf you are on an expressway.✓CIf traffic is clear.✓DOnly at an intersection.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/Idaho-crossroad.png

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AAll traffic must turn.✓BTurn right at the intersection.✓CParking area ahead.✓DCrossroad ahead. Watch for traffic.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

How can you help prevent rear-end collisions?

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AAvoid sudden stops.✓BBefore stopping, check your mirrors and blind spots for traffic.✓CRelease the gas pedal and let your vehicle slow before applying the brakes.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

You come to an intersection with a flashing red light. You must:

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ASlow down and drive carefully through the intersection.✓BTurn either right or left, since the road is blocked ahead.✓CStop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light.✓DStop at the intersection, then proceed as traffic allows.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

When sharing the road with a truck, it is important to remember that trucks generally:

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ARequire longer distances to stop than smaller vehicles do.✓BRequire less time to pass on a downgrade than smaller vehicles do.✓CRequire a smaller turning radius than smaller vehicles do.✓DRequire less time to pass on an incline than smaller vehicles do.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

You are making a left turn from a two-way street onto a one-way street. When you have completed the turn, your car should be:

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AIn the right lane of the street.✓BIn the center of the street.✓CIn the left lane of the street.✓DIn the lane with the least traffic.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

If an officer is directing traffic at a working traffic light, drivers should:

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AFollow the directions indicated by the traffic light.✓BFollow the directions given by the officer.✓CHonk at the officer.✓DCheck to see what the cars next to them are doing.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

When approaching a steady red traffic light, drivers should:

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ADrive through the intersection if there is no crossing traffic.✓BContinue driving, as they have the right-of-way.✓CStop only if a police officer is nearby.✓DCome to a complete stop.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

Look over your shoulder to check your blind spot when:

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APulling toward or away from a curb.✓BTurning left or right.✓CChanging lanes.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

If you’re going to turn left onto a one-way street, you should complete the turn into:

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AThe right lane.✓BThe lane closest to your previous lane.✓CEither lane.✓DNeither lane.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

A sign that someone is an aggressive driver is that they:

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AFail to properly yield the right-of-way.✓BMaintain a three-second following distance.✓CNever change traffic lanes.✓DAre driving with a burned out headlight.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

What are the colors of signs that tell you the distance to the next exit on a highway?

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AYellow with black letters✓BBlack with white letters✓CRed with white letters✓DGreen with white letters✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

You are borrowing an unfamiliar vehicle from a friend. You should:

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ANot put too much thought into it because all vehicles are the same.✓BHide from your friend that you are unfamiliar with the vehicle.✓CDisregard any obvious defects to avoid embarrassing your friend.✓DTake a few minutes before driving to familiarize yourself with the operation and location of all the vehicle’s equipment.✓