Chapter 2

Requirements for a Driver License  Knowledge Test  80% (40/50 questions answered correctly)  + 1 survey question about organ donation  Pass Vision Test  20/50 vision with or without corrective lenses  Pass Road Test

Questions  Which 3 tests must be passed to obtain a driver license?  K, V, & R Tests  What is the minimum score to pass the Knowledge Test?  80% (40/50 questions answered correctly)  What is the minimum requirement to pass the Vision Test?  20/50 vision with or without corrective lenses

Out-of-State Applicants  Applicants may transfer a valid out-of-state license to NJ  The Knowledge and Road Tests will be waived for those 18 and older with an out-of-state basic driver license  But they must present 6 Points of ID  Those between 17 and 18 years old will be given a probationary license for 1 year and must comply with GDL requirements and restrictions  Individuals from out-of-country  Must pass the Knowledge, Vision, and Road Tests

Questions  Applicants 18 and older with an out-of-state license must __________ to transfer licenses.  Bring 6 Points of ID  Applicants between the ages of 17 and 18 will be given a __________ for 1 year and they must _______________ during that time  Probationary license, abide by NJ’s GDL requirements and restrictions  Applicants from out-of-country must __________ to obtain a NJ driver license  Pass the Knowledge, Vision, and Road Tests

Road Test  After passing the K&V tests (and completing a 6 hour Behind the Wheel Course [Early Bird]), the MVC will validate a permit to practice driving  GDL permit holders under 21 must have a minimum 6 months of supervised driving practice prior to Road Test  GDL permit holders 21 and over must have a minimum 3 months of supervised driving practice prior to Road Test

Road Test Checklist (Documents)  In order to take the Road Test, applicants must bring:  An appropriately licensed driver  A permissible vehicle  Validated permit  Valid inspection sticker  Registration  Insurance card  6 Points of ID  Must be ORIGINAL documents

Road Test Checklist (Vehicle)  The MVC does not supply vehicles for road test  2 red GDL decals properly located on vehicle (if applicable)  No foot or parking brake obstructions  No parking assist sensors or back-up cameras unless they are temporarily disabled prior to test  No self-parking vehicles  All signals, brake lights, and windshield wipers must work  No rental cars unless the applicant’s name is listed as a driver on the rental agreement  Vehicles registered out-of-state must comply with the laws of the driver’s home state in regard to insurance identification

Road Test Checklist (Accompanying Driver)  The applicant may drive to the Road Test as long as they are accompanied by an appropriately licensed driver  Who is at 21 years of age, has a valid driver license from any state, minimum 3 years driving experience  HOWEVER, if the accompanying driver is licensed out-of- state and has less than 3 years driving experience, the permit holder may not drive to the Road Test (the accompanying driver must drive)  Only MVC examiners are allowed in the vehicle when the test is being administered

Questions  As a 16 or 17 year old permit-holder, you must have completed at least ________ of ______ driving prior to the Road Test  6 months of supervised driving  As a 21 year old permit-holder, you must have completed at least ______of _________ driving prior to the Road Test  3 months of supervised driving  In order to take the Road Test, what must you bring? (7)  An appropriately licensed driver, a permissible vehicle, 6 Points of ID, valid permit, registration, insurance, inspection sticker

Questions  It is legal for the permit-holder to drive to the Road Test…  When they are accompanied by an appropriately licensed driver who is at least 21, has a valid driver license (from any state), and has a minimum 3 years driving experience  The permit-holder must be driven to the Road Test…  If the accompanying driver is licensed out-of-state and has less than 3 years of driving experience  Can a vehicle registered out-of-state be used to take the Road Test?  Yes, as long as it complies with the laws of the driver’s home state in regard to insurance identification

Elements of the Road Test  The purpose of the Road Test is to make sure the applicant understands the rules of the road and can drive safely  Depending on how well they perform certain driving tasks will decide whether they pass or fail the Road Test Driving in reverseStopping at signs Following other vehiclesStopping smoothly Nearing corners, intersectionsTurning Parking (parallel)Turning around Sitting properlyUsing the horn Starting a vehicleYielding right-of- Steering properlyway

Road Test Pass/Fail  If an applicant passes the Road Test  The examiner will issue an authorization for licensing  The permit, authorization, and 6 Points of ID must be taken to the MVC to obtain a Class D probationary license  The MVC will monitor their driving habits for 2 years  If an applicant fails the Road Test  They must wait at least 2 weeks before re-taking the test

Reasons for Vehicle Rejection  Improper, expired, or no inspection sticker  Lack of examiner access to foot or parking brake  Poor brakes  Parking brake, brake lights, signal lights not working  Unsafe tires  Vehicle interior is unclean  Vehicle failed inspection and motorist doesn’t bring the Vehicle Inspection Report to the Road Test  Fast engine idle  No seat belts  Tinted front door windows  Missing rear-view and/or interior mirrors  Broken or cracked window glass

Questions  What is the purpose of the Road Test?  To ensure the applicant understands the rules of the road and can drive safely  List 5 elements of the Road Test.  If you pass the Road Test, what must you bring to the MVC to obtain your probationary license? (3)  Examiner’s authorization, permit, 6 Points of ID  If you fail the Road Test, how long must you wait before re-taking it?  At least 2 weeks  List 5 reasons your vehicle may be rejected before taking the Road Test.