Free NJ practice permit test — 50 questions each, 40 right (80%) to pass, just like the real MVC knowledge test. Pick an exam below or hit Random Mix for a fresh shuffled set from our 139-question bank.
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A driver approaching a flashing red traffic signal must:
In New Jersey, persons under 21 years of age are considered under the influence (DUI) when their BAC is:
You can practice driving with a valid special learner’s permit (for a 16 year old):
In New Jersey, you must be at least __ years old to register a motor vehicle.
As you drive, you are required to stop your vehicle:
As you drive, you must turn your headlights on:
You must yield for emergency vehicles:
You may drive on public or private property to avoid a traffic sign or signal only:
It is important to slow down:
Vehicle stopping distances never depend on:
You needn’t stop your vehicle for an ice cream truck when:
When driving on major highways:
When driving in bad weather, drivers should:
MVC may terminate your road test before it starts because of:
The Implied Consent Law is:
If a collision is possible, you should:
If your windshield wipers stop suddenly during rain or snow, you should:
What are some telltale signs of a drunk driver?
A 5-ounce glass of wine contains the same amount of alcohol as:
To obtain a New Jersey driver license or non-driver ID card, you must present:
If you are driving behind a school bus and it shows a flashing red light signaling a stop, you must:
If you move to New Jersey, how long do you have to transfer your basic driver license?
Getting a driver’s license illegally may result in:
If a student fails the driving test (road test) for the first time, how long must he/she wait before taking it again?
Using both safety belts and shoulder belts is important because they:
What is the New Jersey law that sets top speed limits for certain state highways and all interstates?
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a school zone is:
To get a Basic Driver License, you must:
What are three items you must have with you when driving?
To obtain a NJ driver license or non-driver ID card, you must present:
The best way to talk to other drivers is to:
A motorist who changes addresses must report this change to the MVC within ________ after moving, including people who are moving out of New Jersey:
How long do you have to notify the MVC after a name change?
How much time do you have to notify the MVC after an address change?
A motorist with a valid out-of-state commercial driver license (CDL) who moves to New Jersey must apply for a New Jersey license within:
How long will your basic license be good for in New Jersey?
The meaning of a hand signal when the driver’s hand and arm are downward is:
The meaning of a hand signal when the driver’s hand and arm are upward is:
The meaning of a hand signal when the driver’s hand and arm are straight out is:
A driver should signal at least how far before his intended turn?
A single, solid white line across a road at an intersection means:
The law allows you to turn right after stopping and yielding to all traffic and pedestrians at a red light unless:
What should you do at a yellow light?
What does an octagon-shaped sign indicate?
What does a square sign with a red circle indicate?
What is a common mistake new drivers make while stopping?
Your hands should be placed on the steering wheel at what position on the clock?
For sharper turns, what steering technique should you use while turning your car?
A pentagon-shaped sign means which of the following?
What tests must a student driver have before he can practice driving?
To avoid hydroplaning, you should:
In New Jersey, studded tires can be legally used between:
When your driving privilege is restored after a points suspension, you will be on a probationary period for:
When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, you must:
Who is responsible for all passengers under 18 years of age?
If you sell your car and do not buy another, what should you do with the license plates?
It is good practice to keep a safe following distance because it:
Excluding new vehicles, a car must be inspected:
The vehicle used for the road test may not have:
After 2 or 4 drinks, alcohol begins to impair your:
You should always yield to:
The highest number of people arrested for drunk driving had been drinking:
High beam lights are used for:
A validated GDL permit holder, 21 years old or older, is restricted to what driving hours?
Failure to stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk carries a fine of up to:
The holder of an examination permit or probationary license, over 21 years old, is limited to how many passengers?
The driving hours of a GDL permit or probationary license holder under 21 are restricted to:
Whether your BAC rises above the legal limit depends on:
Emotions can have a great effect on your driving. If you are angry or excited, you should:
Violations committed in ________ are subject to a double fine.
If a person gets drunk in your home and has a motor vehicle accident after leaving, you could:
In addition to a possible fine, when operating a vehicle on public or private property to avoid a traffic signal or sign, you will receive:
How much braking distance will it take a vehicle to stop on a dry surface when driving at 60 mph?
Fines will be imposed on a motorist for:
When two or more roads join and there are no signs or signals, it is good practice to:
If you go into a skid, you should:
A truck in adverse conditions takes longer to stop. This can be as much as:
When driving in rain, snow or ice, you must turn on your:
When you move into New Jersey from another state, you must have your vehicle inspected within:
At what age is a GDL permit holder eligible to obtain a Basic Driver License?
Road surfaces are most slippery:
A Special Learner’s Permit may be purchased by an approved instructor when the applicant:
Double solid center lines mean:
Passing on the right is allowed on roads with more than one lane going in the same direction when:
When can a motorist park in front of a public or private driveway?
If you are driving on a suspended license and are involved in an accident that causes injury to another person, you are subject to:
On a snow-covered road, you should maintain a following distance of at least:
You may not park within how many feet of a stop sign?
Which requirement must be met by the supervising driver accompanying the holder of a validated GDL permit under the age of 21?
The best way to enter a curve is to:
During the two-year period after receiving a special learner permit or examination permit, a driver must enroll in a Probationary Driver Program when:
Drugs that may affect basic driving skills are:
Excluding dependents, how many passengers is the holder of a Probationary Driver License (under 21) permitted to have in the vehicle?
To drive in reverse, the driver’s head and body should be:
The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol-related accident is to:
A triangle-shaped sign is a:
A deceleration lane is:
Which of the following convictions will result in an insurance surcharge?
Under New Jersey law, up to how many points may be subtracted from a motorist’s point total for every year without a violation or suspension?
When the pavement is marked with two center lines, one solid and one broken:
When passing a large truck or bus, it is important to remember:
When parking uphill on a street with a curb, your wheels should be:
Signals must be used:
A lost or stolen driver license, permit or non-driver ID should be reported to:
A motorist should be cautious in farm country or open land because of:
Before practice driving can begin, in addition to a valid insurance and registration card, the GDL driver must also have:
Driving privileges will be postponed or suspended for any person 13 to 21 years of age if convicted of:
If you miss your exit on an expressway, you should:
If the gas pedal sticks, you should keep your eyes on the road and quickly:
To avoid “highway hypnosis” when driving, it is good practice to:
Any vehicle operated by a GDL driver under 21 must display:
To avoid a spin while in a skid, you should:
When driving in the city, you should:
After driving through a deep puddle, you should:
When driving at night, be sure that you can stop:
In extreme cases, an aggressive driver may:
If a motorist reaches a BAC of .15%, the risk of causing a motor vehicle accident is:
What is the accident prevention formula?
If a motorist’s BAC is slightly above .05%, the risk of causing an accident is:
If you have a flat tire or blowout, you should:
When approaching a curve, your car may tend to:
When parking downhill on a street with a curb, the car’s wheels should be:
Every vehicle registered in NJ must be insured for:
Under New Jersey law, motorists signaling a right turn must yield to which of the following?
Under New Jersey law, inline skaters, skateboarders and bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as:
The purpose of the road test is to make sure the applicant understands the rules of the road and safe driving. The applicant may be tested on:
The NJ speed limit in a residential or business district, unless otherwise posted, is:
You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?
If your driving privilege is suspended for a motor vehicle violation or any other violation, you:
What color sign is used to indicate sharing the road with pedestrians and bicyclists?
If your wheels drift onto a dirt shoulder of the road and you want to return to the paved road, you should:
If you come to a multi-way stop at the same time as another motorist, you must:
When driving or stopping behind a large truck or bus, you should:
Upon completion of the GDL requirements (one year of unsupervised driving), the holder of a Probationary License must:
The holder of a Probationary License under 21 years old may drive unsupervised when the following requirement has been met:
A motorist may turn right on red, unless posted, after:
If under the age of 21, NJ law states that you may be under the influence if your BAC is:
How much is the fine for violating any of the restrictions of the GDL permit or Probationary License?
On a two-lane road, not near a school zone, when a bus is stopped and its red lights are flashing:
Practice Written Exam FAQ
Is this the real NJ MVC knowledge test?
No — this is a free practice version. The real test at the MVC is also 50 multiple-choice questions, and you need 40 correct (80%) to pass. This page uses the same format and the same passing score, so your result here is a good signal of how ready you are.
How many questions do I need to get right to pass?
40 out of 50, which is 80%. That’s the same passing score the MVC uses on the real knowledge test.
Can I get different questions each time?
Yes. Random Mix builds a fresh, shuffled exam from our full practice bank every time you start it, and every retake reshuffles the question order. As we add more exam sets, Random Mix automatically pulls from the bigger bank.
What’s the best way to use these practice tests?
Take an exam, submit, and read the review of every question you missed. Then keep going: retake it, work through each numbered exam, and use Random Mix for fresh sets. If you’re scoring 40 or higher on every set, you’re in good shape for the real thing.
Is the practice test free? Do I need to sign up?
Yes, it’s completely free — no account and no signup. Just answer the questions and hit submit.
What should I do after I pass the written test?
Once you have your permit, the next step is practice behind the wheel. If you’re 16, our teen driving program covers the required 6 hours and everything up to your license. See our driving lesson packages, book a car for your road test, or call (732) 218-8297 to get scheduled.
All 139 NJ Practice Permit Test Questions & Answers
Prefer to study by reading? Here is every question from our practice exams with its correct answer — the same 139-question bank the exams above are built from, based on the NJ Driver Manual. You can also download the full list as a printable PDF or flip through them as flashcards in our NJ permit test study guide.
Questions 1–50 (Exam 1)
- 1. A driver approaching a flashing red traffic signal must:Answer: Stop before entering the intersection
- 2. In New Jersey, persons under 21 years of age are considered under the influence (DUI) when their BAC is:Answer: All of the above
- 3. You can practice driving with a valid special learner’s permit (for a 16 year old):Answer: Between 5:01 am and 11 pm
- 4. In New Jersey, you must be at least __ years old to register a motor vehicle.Answer: 17
- 5. As you drive, you are required to stop your vehicle:Answer: All of the above
- 6. As you drive, you must turn your headlights on:Answer: All of the above
- 7. You must yield for emergency vehicles:Answer: When you see a flashing red or blue light or hear a siren
- 8. You may drive on public or private property to avoid a traffic sign or signal only:Answer: When directed to do so by a police officer
- 9. It is important to slow down:Answer: All of the above
- 10. Vehicle stopping distances never depend on:Answer: Time of day
- 11. You needn’t stop your vehicle for an ice cream truck when:Answer: On a dual highway if you’re on the other side of a safety island or median from the ice cream truck
- 12. When driving on major highways:Answer: All of the above
- 13. When driving in bad weather, drivers should:Answer: Increase the “two-second” rule
- 14. MVC may terminate your road test before it starts because of:Answer: All of the above
- 15. The Implied Consent Law is:Answer: You agree to a breath test when under arrest and suspected of drinking and driving
- 16. If a collision is possible, you should:Answer: All of the above
- 17. If your windshield wipers stop suddenly during rain or snow, you should:Answer: All of the above
- 18. What are some telltale signs of a drunk driver?Answer: All of the above
- 19. A 5-ounce glass of wine contains the same amount of alcohol as:Answer: One 12-ounce can of beer
- 20. To obtain a New Jersey driver license or non-driver ID card, you must present:Answer: All of the above
- 21. If you are driving behind a school bus and it shows a flashing red light signaling a stop, you must:Answer: Stop at least 25 feet away
- 22. If you move to New Jersey, how long do you have to transfer your basic driver license?Answer: 60 days or until your out-of-state driver license expires, whichever comes first
- 23. Getting a driver’s license illegally may result in:Answer: A fine of $200 to $500 and/or imprisonment from 30 to 90 days
- 24. If a student fails the driving test (road test) for the first time, how long must he/she wait before taking it again?Answer: At least two weeks
- 25. Using both safety belts and shoulder belts is important because they:Answer: Increase your chances of surviving a collision
- 26. What is the New Jersey law that sets top speed limits for certain state highways and all interstates?Answer: 55 mph
- 27. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a school zone is:Answer: 25 mph
- 28. To get a Basic Driver License, you must:Answer: Be at least 18 years old
- 29. What are three items you must have with you when driving?Answer: License or permit, registration, and insurance card
- 30. To obtain a NJ driver license or non-driver ID card, you must present:Answer: Proof of age, identity, address, and that your presence in this country is authorized under federal law
- 31. The best way to talk to other drivers is to:Answer: Use your horn or lights
- 32. A motorist who changes addresses must report this change to the MVC within ________ after moving, including people who are moving out of New Jersey:Answer: One week
- 33. How long do you have to notify the MVC after a name change?Answer: 14 days
- 34. How much time do you have to notify the MVC after an address change?Answer: 7 days
- 35. A motorist with a valid out-of-state commercial driver license (CDL) who moves to New Jersey must apply for a New Jersey license within:Answer: 30 days
- 36. How long will your basic license be good for in New Jersey?Answer: 4 years
- 37. The meaning of a hand signal when the driver’s hand and arm are downward is:Answer: Slow or stop
- 38. The meaning of a hand signal when the driver’s hand and arm are upward is:Answer: Right turn
- 39. The meaning of a hand signal when the driver’s hand and arm are straight out is:Answer: Left turn
- 40. A driver should signal at least how far before his intended turn?Answer: 100 feet
- 41. A single, solid white line across a road at an intersection means:Answer: Stop behind the line for a traffic light and pedestrians
- 42. The law allows you to turn right after stopping and yielding to all traffic and pedestrians at a red light unless:Answer: There is a sign “no turn on red”
- 43. What should you do at a yellow light?Answer: Stop, if you can do so safely, then wait for green
- 44. What does an octagon-shaped sign indicate?Answer: Stop
- 45. What does a square sign with a red circle indicate?Answer: Do not enter
- 46. What is a common mistake new drivers make while stopping?Answer: Slamming on the brakes
- 47. Your hands should be placed on the steering wheel at what position on the clock?Answer: 9 and 3
- 48. For sharper turns, what steering technique should you use while turning your car?Answer: Hand over hand
- 49. A pentagon-shaped sign means which of the following?Answer: School zone
- 50. What tests must a student driver have before he can practice driving?Answer: Law knowledge test and vision test
Questions 51–100 (Exam 2)
- 51. To avoid hydroplaning, you should:Answer: Slow down and drive on the highest point of the road
- 52. In New Jersey, studded tires can be legally used between:Answer: November 15th and April 1st
- 53. When your driving privilege is restored after a points suspension, you will be on a probationary period for:Answer: 1 year
- 54. When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, you must:Answer: Stop at least 15 feet from the crossing
- 55. Who is responsible for all passengers under 18 years of age?Answer: The driver
- 56. If you sell your car and do not buy another, what should you do with the license plates?Answer: Turn them in to a MVC agency
- 57. It is good practice to keep a safe following distance because it:Answer: Gives you time to react to emergencies
- 58. Excluding new vehicles, a car must be inspected:Answer: Every two years
- 59. The vehicle used for the road test may not have:Answer: Any obstructions or consoles between the driver and the examiner
- 60. After 2 or 4 drinks, alcohol begins to impair your:Answer: All of the above
- 61. You should always yield to:Answer: All of the above
- 62. The highest number of people arrested for drunk driving had been drinking:Answer: Beer
- 63. High beam lights are used for:Answer: Open country driving with no traffic
- 64. A validated GDL permit holder, 21 years old or older, is restricted to what driving hours?Answer: No restrictions apply
- 65. Failure to stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk carries a fine of up to:Answer: $500, up to 25 days in jail, 6 months license suspension, 2 points and community service
- 66. The holder of an examination permit or probationary license, over 21 years old, is limited to how many passengers?Answer: No passenger restrictions apply
- 67. The driving hours of a GDL permit or probationary license holder under 21 are restricted to:Answer: 5:01 am to 11:00 pm
- 68. Whether your BAC rises above the legal limit depends on:Answer: All of the above
- 69. Emotions can have a great effect on your driving. If you are angry or excited, you should:Answer: Give yourself time to cool off
- 70. Violations committed in ________ are subject to a double fine.Answer: A construction zone
- 71. If a person gets drunk in your home and has a motor vehicle accident after leaving, you could:Answer: Become involved in a lawsuit
- 72. In addition to a possible fine, when operating a vehicle on public or private property to avoid a traffic signal or sign, you will receive:Answer: A 2-point moving violation
- 73. How much braking distance will it take a vehicle to stop on a dry surface when driving at 60 mph?Answer: 300 feet
- 74. Fines will be imposed on a motorist for:Answer: All of the above
- 75. When two or more roads join and there are no signs or signals, it is good practice to:Answer: Reduce speed and be ready to stop, if necessary
- 76. If you go into a skid, you should:Answer: Take your foot off the gas pedal
- 77. A truck in adverse conditions takes longer to stop. This can be as much as:Answer: 25% more
- 78. When driving in rain, snow or ice, you must turn on your:Answer: Wipers and headlights
- 79. When you move into New Jersey from another state, you must have your vehicle inspected within:Answer: 14 days after registering it
- 80. At what age is a GDL permit holder eligible to obtain a Basic Driver License?Answer: When 18 years old and has completed all of the Probationary Driver License requirements without any suspensions
- 81. Road surfaces are most slippery:Answer: During the first few minutes of a rainfall
- 82. A Special Learner’s Permit may be purchased by an approved instructor when the applicant:Answer: All of the above
- 83. Double solid center lines mean:Answer: Passing is not allowed
- 84. Passing on the right is allowed on roads with more than one lane going in the same direction when:Answer: The vehicle ahead is turning left and there is room to pass
- 85. When can a motorist park in front of a public or private driveway?Answer: When instructed to do so by a police officer
- 86. If you are driving on a suspended license and are involved in an accident that causes injury to another person, you are subject to:Answer: A fine, continued suspension and a potential jail sentence
- 87. On a snow-covered road, you should maintain a following distance of at least:Answer: 6 seconds or more
- 88. You may not park within how many feet of a stop sign?Answer: 50 feet
- 89. Which requirement must be met by the supervising driver accompanying the holder of a validated GDL permit under the age of 21?Answer: All of the above
- 90. The best way to enter a curve is to:Answer: Slow down before entering the curve
- 91. During the two-year period after receiving a special learner permit or examination permit, a driver must enroll in a Probationary Driver Program when:Answer: Convicted of 2 or more moving violations totaling 4 or more points
- 92. Drugs that may affect basic driving skills are:Answer: All of the above
- 93. Excluding dependents, how many passengers is the holder of a Probationary Driver License (under 21) permitted to have in the vehicle?Answer: One additional passenger, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian
- 94. To drive in reverse, the driver’s head and body should be:Answer: Turned to the right until they can clearly see through the back window without using the mirrors
- 95. The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol-related accident is to:Answer: Not drive at all after drinking
- 96. A triangle-shaped sign is a:Answer: Yield sign
- 97. A deceleration lane is:Answer: An extra lane at a highway exit
- 98. Which of the following convictions will result in an insurance surcharge?Answer: All of the above
- 99. Under New Jersey law, up to how many points may be subtracted from a motorist’s point total for every year without a violation or suspension?Answer: 3
- 100. When the pavement is marked with two center lines, one solid and one broken:Answer: Passing is permitted only on the side with the broken line
Questions 101–139 (Random Mix extras)
- 101. When passing a large truck or bus, it is important to remember:Answer: There are several blind spots in which the driver cannot see you
- 102. When parking uphill on a street with a curb, your wheels should be:Answer: Turned away from the curb
- 103. Signals must be used:Answer: When turning, changing lanes, stopping and slowing down
- 104. A lost or stolen driver license, permit or non-driver ID should be reported to:Answer: The police
- 105. A motorist should be cautious in farm country or open land because of:Answer: Unexpected crossing of livestock and/or deer
- 106. Before practice driving can begin, in addition to a valid insurance and registration card, the GDL driver must also have:Answer: A validated permit from a MVC testing center
- 107. Driving privileges will be postponed or suspended for any person 13 to 21 years of age if convicted of:Answer: All of the above
- 108. If you miss your exit on an expressway, you should:Answer: Go on to the next exit
- 109. If the gas pedal sticks, you should keep your eyes on the road and quickly:Answer: Shift to neutral and steer the vehicle off the roadway
- 110. To avoid “highway hypnosis” when driving, it is good practice to:Answer: Avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds
- 111. Any vehicle operated by a GDL driver under 21 must display:Answer: One reflective red decal on the front and rear license plate
- 112. To avoid a spin while in a skid, you should:Answer: Turn in the same direction the back of the vehicle is skidding
- 113. When driving in the city, you should:Answer: Drive slowly, yield to pedestrians and look at least 12 seconds ahead
- 114. After driving through a deep puddle, you should:Answer: Test your brakes
- 115. When driving at night, be sure that you can stop:Answer: Within the distance you can see ahead
- 116. In extreme cases, an aggressive driver may:Answer: Try to cause a collision
- 117. If a motorist reaches a BAC of .15%, the risk of causing a motor vehicle accident is:Answer: 25 times greater
- 118. What is the accident prevention formula?Answer: All of the above
- 119. If a motorist’s BAC is slightly above .05%, the risk of causing an accident is:Answer: Doubled
- 120. If you have a flat tire or blowout, you should:Answer: Slow down gradually and take your foot off the gas pedal
- 121. When approaching a curve, your car may tend to:Answer: Keep going straight
- 122. When parking downhill on a street with a curb, the car’s wheels should be:Answer: Turned toward the curb
- 123. Every vehicle registered in NJ must be insured for:Answer: Liability
- 124. Under New Jersey law, motorists signaling a right turn must yield to which of the following?Answer: All of the above
- 125. Under New Jersey law, inline skaters, skateboarders and bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as:Answer: A moving motor vehicle
- 126. The purpose of the road test is to make sure the applicant understands the rules of the road and safe driving. The applicant may be tested on:Answer: All of the above
- 127. The NJ speed limit in a residential or business district, unless otherwise posted, is:Answer: 25 mph
- 128. You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?Answer: 10 feet
- 129. If your driving privilege is suspended for a motor vehicle violation or any other violation, you:Answer: May not drive for any reason until the period of suspension ends and your license is restored
- 130. What color sign is used to indicate sharing the road with pedestrians and bicyclists?Answer: Yellow-green
- 131. If your wheels drift onto a dirt shoulder of the road and you want to return to the paved road, you should:Answer: Hold the wheel tightly, slow down, and slightly turn the steering wheel toward the roadway
- 132. If you come to a multi-way stop at the same time as another motorist, you must:Answer: Yield to the motorist on the right
- 133. When driving or stopping behind a large truck or bus, you should:Answer: Leave enough space so the truck driver can spot you in his rear-view mirror
- 134. Upon completion of the GDL requirements (one year of unsupervised driving), the holder of a Probationary License must:Answer: Visit any MVC Agency office to obtain an unrestricted Basic License
- 135. The holder of a Probationary License under 21 years old may drive unsupervised when the following requirement has been met:Answer: Completing the minimum 6 months of supervised driving and passing the MVC road test
- 136. A motorist may turn right on red, unless posted, after:Answer: Making a full stop and checking for traffic
- 137. If under the age of 21, NJ law states that you may be under the influence if your BAC is:Answer: All of the above
- 138. How much is the fine for violating any of the restrictions of the GDL permit or Probationary License?Answer: $100 and/or a possible license suspension
- 139. On a two-lane road, not near a school zone, when a bus is stopped and its red lights are flashing:Answer: You must stop