NJ Road Signs Practice flashcards

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Regulatory sign shape

Rectangular sign with a white background and black or red legend that states a legal requirement, such as a speed limit or turn restriction.

Stop sign requirement

Come to a complete stop at the stop line, crosswalk, or edge of the roadway, yield to traffic, and proceed only when safe.

Yield sign meaning

Slow down and give the right-of-way to cross traffic; stop only if necessary to avoid a collision.

No U-turn sign

White sign with a black U-turn symbol crossed by a red slash, indicating that making a U-turn at that location is prohibited.

Advisory speed plaque

Yellow plaque below a warning sign showing a recommended safe speed for a curve or hazard under good conditions; it is not a legal maximum.

School zone speed limit

Posted reduced speed that applies during hours shown on the sign or when yellow beacons flash, requiring drivers to slow down for children.

Work zone signs

Orange diamond warning signs that alert drivers to construction ahead; reduced speed limits and flagger directions in work zones are enforceable.

Interstate shield marker

Red, white, and blue shield sign identifying an Interstate highway; even numbers generally run east-west and odd numbers north-south.

Three-digit interstate

Spur or loop route around a parent interstate; an even first digit usually indicates a loop and an odd first digit a spur.

Service signs

Blue signs with white symbols that indicate nearby fuel, food, lodging, hospital, or telephone services for travelers.

Solid yellow centerline

Marking that separates opposite-direction traffic and prohibits passing; a broken yellow line on your side permits passing when safe.

Flashing red signal

Signal that must be treated like a stop sign: stop, yield to cross traffic, and proceed when safe.

Officer signal authority

Directions from a traffic officer override traffic signals and signs; drivers must obey the officer even when directions conflict with a signal.

Uncontrolled intersection rule

At an intersection without signs or signals, the first vehicle to arrive goes first; if two arrive together, the left yields to the right.

Left-turn right-of-way

A driver turning left must yield to oncoming traffic going straight or turning right unless a protected green arrow gives the right-of-way.

Passing prohibition

Passing is prohibited on solid yellow lines, on hills and curves with limited sight distance, at intersections, and at railroad crossings.

Three-second rule

Maintain at least three seconds of following distance behind the vehicle ahead in good conditions, and more in rain, snow, or darkness.

Motorcycle lane rights

A motorcycle is entitled to a full lane; drivers must not share the lane with a motorcycle and must check blind spots before changing lanes.

Truck no-zone

Large blind spots on both sides, behind, and in front of a large truck or bus; if you cannot see the driver's mirrors, the driver cannot see you.

School bus red lights

Flashing red lights and an extended stop arm require drivers in both directions to stop, unless separated by a physical median as state law specifies.

New Jersey legal BAC limit

A blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher creates a presumption of intoxication for adult drivers; commercial drivers are held to 0.04%.

Zero tolerance for minors

New Jersey enforces a zero-tolerance standard for drivers under 21, so any detectable blood alcohol concentration can result in license suspension.

Implied consent law

Drivers lawfully arrested for suspected DUI must submit to a chemical test; refusal can result in license suspension and other penalties.

Drowsy driving signs

Yawning, lane drifting, and difficulty keeping eyes open indicate drowsiness; the safe response is to stop and rest rather than continue driving.

Parking near hydrant

Parking is generally prohibited within 10 feet of a fire hydrant, 20 feet of a crosswalk, and 30 feet of a stop sign or signal.

Parking on a hill

Turn wheels toward the curb when facing downhill, away from the curb when facing uphill with a curb, and toward the edge when there is no curb.

Railroad crossing stop

At flashing red lights, a lowered gate, or a flagger, stop and remain stopped until the signals stop and the gate is fully raised.

Crossbuck sign

X-shaped sign marking a railroad crossing; drivers must yield to trains and stop if a train is approaching.

Hit-and-run offense

Leaving the scene of a crash involving injury or death is a criminal offense; drivers must stop, check for injuries, call 911, and exchange information.

Seat belt law

New Jersey requires all occupants to wear seat belts, and an officer may stop a vehicle for a seat belt violation.

Child restraint requirement

Children under 8 years old and under 57 inches tall must use an appropriate child restraint, generally installed in the rear seat per manufacturer instructions.

Skid recovery

Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid; do not slam on the brakes.