Take 2026 New Jersey Permit Test

QUESTION 1 / 25

Always signal when:

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AChanging lanes.✓BPulling into or out of a parking space.✓CPulling into traffic from a parking area or alley.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

When driving on major highways:

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AStay alert.✓BKeep your eyes moving.✓CBe ready to react to road hazards.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

You should turn on your headlights:

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AOne half hour after sunset.✓BOne half hour after sunrise.✓CWhen parked at a school.✓DWhen stopped at a railroad crossing.✓

QUESTION 4 / 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 5 / 25

When you see other drivers around you acting or reacting in anger:

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ADon’t make eye contact.✓BDon't react with hand gestures.✓CDistance yourself from the situation.✓DAll of these.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

What is the meaning of this sign? Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-traffic_signal_ahead.png

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AThe traffic signal ahead is displaying a red light.✓BThe traffic signal ahead is broken.✓CThe traffic signal ahead is displaying a green light.✓DThere is a traffic signal ahead.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

A person walking with a white cane or guide dog is likely to be:

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AA deaf person.✓BA person involved with a traffic study.✓CA blind person.✓DNone of the above.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

How can you lower the risk of hydroplaning?

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ADo not speed when the roads are wet.✓BUse tires with proper air pressure.✓CReplace tires with bad tread.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

A good defensive driver:

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ADrives slowly at all times.✓BLooks out for the actions of other drivers.✓CTravels at a constant speed.✓DOnly drives in familiar areas.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

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

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ARoundabout ahead.✓BLane ends, merge left.✓CTurn around.✓DCurve ahead.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

If you drink alcohol socially, what helps ensure safe driving?

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ADrink coffee before driving.✓BRide home with a friend who has not been drinking.✓CTake a cold shower before driving.✓DStop drinking one half hour before driving.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

On long trips, you can prevent drowsiness by:

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ATurning on your car radio.✓BSlowing down.✓CStopping at regular intervals for a rest.✓DMoving your eyes from side to side as you drive.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

It is important to slow down:

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AOn narrow or winding roads.✓BAt intersections or railroad crossings.✓CWhen the road is wet or slippery.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:

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AAre making a turn.✓BHave your emergency brake on.✓CAre changing lanes.✓DAre slowing down or stopping.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Two solid white lines painted across a traffic lane show the boundaries of a crosswalk. As a driver, you should know that:

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AMotor vehicles have the right-of-way over pedestrians in crosswalks.✓BWhen pedestrians are in crosswalks, they should be given the right-of-way.✓CNo one has the right-of-way in a crosswalk.✓DPedestrians are responsible to stay out of the way of all traffic.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

When approaching a steady green traffic light, drivers should:

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AContinue driving, unless there are vehicles or pedestrians already in the intersection.✓BStop if a police officer is nearby.✓CTreat the intersection like a four-way stop.✓DCome to a complete stop before proceeding.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

If a flagger is directing traffic in a construction zone, you must:

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AFollow the directions given by the flagger.✓BCopy what surrounding traffic is doing, despite the flagger's instructions.✓CAssume the flagger is not supposed to be directing traffic.✓DFollow the laws that would be in place if the area was not under construction.✓

QUESTION 18 / 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 19 / 25

What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?

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AMerging traffic✓BProceed with caution.✓CPedestrian crossing✓DCome to a full stop.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Which statement about speed is true?

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ADriving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous.✓BSpeeding can kill.✓CSpeeding is not dangerous if you are a skilled driver.✓DBoth "Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous" and "Speeding can kill."✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

You are driving on a divided multilane highway and see or hear the signal of an approaching emergency vehicle. You should:

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ADisregard the signal if there are other lanes available for the emergency vehicle.✓BStop as quickly as you can.✓CSlow down, move your vehicle to provide a clear path for the emergency vehicle, and stop.✓DIncrease your speed to get out of the way of the emergency vehicle.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

If your turn signals fail, you should use ____ to indicate that you are turning.

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AYour horn✓BYour headlights✓CHand signals✓DYour emergency flashers✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When driving on slick roads, you should:

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ATake turns more slowly than usual.✓BChange lanes quickly.✓CAccelerate quickly.✓DBrake hard.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Which of the following must you obey over the other three?

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AA steady red light✓BA police officer✓CA stop sign✓DA flashing red light✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

An intersection has no traffic signs or signals. You arrive at the same time as a vehicle to your right. You should:

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ASpeed up and get through the intersection.✓BSlow down and yield to the vehicle on your right.✓CDrive into the intersection and make the other vehicle stop.✓DHonk your horn and drive through the intersection.✓