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New Jersey DMV Sample Test

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1
Unique State Laws

Is it legal for drivers to pump their own gasoline in New Jersey?

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A Yes, at all gas stations.
B Yes, but only after 10 PM.
C No — gasoline must be dispensed by an attendant, and the driver must remain in the vehicle.
D Only if the station has no attendants on duty.
Why this answer

New Jersey is the only US state with a total statewide ban on self-service gasoline (NJSA §34:3A-7). Attendants must pump all fuel, and drivers typically remain inside their vehicle. The law dates to 1949 and was upheld in 2015 when a repeal effort failed. Oregon partially repealed its similar law in 2023; NJ stands alone today.

Source: NJSA §34:3A-7 (Retail Gasoline Dispensing Safety Act)
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2
Right of Way & Turn Rules

In most of New Jersey, may you turn right on a red light after a full stop?

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A No — right on red is banned statewide.
B Yes, unless a sign specifically prohibits it.
C Only after 10 PM.
D Only if you are a school bus.
Why this answer

New Jersey follows the standard US rule: right on red is legal after a full stop, unless a sign prohibits it. However, certain dense urban areas (parts of Newark and Jersey City) have many "No Turn on Red" signs. Always check for the sign before turning.

Source: N.J.S.A. 39:4-115
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3
Signs & Signals

What does a SHARP CURVE sign indicate?

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A The road is straight for several miles
B A sharp curve is ahead
C Passing is required
Why this answer

A sharp curve sign warns drivers to reduce speed and prepare for a significant change in road direction.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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4
Signs & Signals

Blue signs usually provide information about ____.

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A services for road users
B mandatory speed limits
C work zones
Why this answer

Blue signs commonly identify services such as fuel, food, lodging, or hospital information.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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5
Signs & Signals

What does a steady red traffic light mean?

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A Proceed if the intersection looks clear
B Slow down and continue with caution
C Stop and remain stopped until you may lawfully go
Why this answer

A steady red light requires a complete stop until the signal changes or a permitted turn can be made lawfully.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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6
Signs & Signals

What does a flashing yellow signal mean?

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A The light is broken and must be ignored
B Stop before entering the intersection
C Proceed with caution
Why this answer

A flashing yellow signal warns you to proceed carefully.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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7
Signs & Signals

What is a bike lane intended for?

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A parking during off-peak hours
B regular passing by motor vehicles
C bicycles and other permitted users identified by law
Why this answer

Bike lanes are designated primarily for bicycle travel; drivers should not use them except when lawfully crossing to turn or park where allowed.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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8
Right of Way & Turn Rules

When entering a roadway from a driveway or private road, you must yield to ____.

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A only vehicles approaching from the left
B nobody if you are in a hurry
C traffic already on the roadway and pedestrians
Why this answer

Drivers entering from a private road or driveway must yield to roadway traffic and pedestrians.

Source: Alabama Driver Manual
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9
Signs & Signals

What does this sign indicate?

What does this sign indicate?

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A Slow down if traffic is present
B Keep moving if no cars are coming
C Come to a complete stop
Why this answer

A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe.

Source: US DMV standard (applies in all states)
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10
Signs & Signals

What does this sign indicate?

What does this sign indicate?

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A You must always come to a full stop
B Slow down and give the right-of-way to traffic
C Speed up to merge with traffic
Why this answer

A yield sign means slow down, give the right-of-way when required, and stop if necessary.

Source: US DMV standard (applies in all states)
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