New Jersey Permit Practice Test: Right-of-Way Rules (2026)

Question 1 of 14

A pedestrian is in a marked crosswalk. What must you do?

1. Come to a complete stop, not just slow down
2. Slow down and go around them
3. Honk so they hurry

Question 2 of 14

How long must you remain stopped for a pedestrian in a crosswalk?

1. Until they reach the center line
2. Until they have cleared your lane and the next lane in your direction
3. Three seconds

Question 3 of 14

What can failing to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk cost you?

1. A $20 fine
2. Nothing if no one is hurt
3. Up to $500, up to 25 days in jail, community service, a suspension and two points

Question 4 of 14

Is there a crosswalk at an intersection corner with no painted lines?

1. Yes, every corner has an unmarked crosswalk unless signs prohibit crossing
2. No, only painted crosswalks count
3. Only near schools

Question 5 of 14

At a multi-way stop, two cars arrive at the same time. Who goes first?

1. The car on the left
2. The car on the right
3. The larger vehicle

Question 6 of 14

Where must you stop at a stop sign?

1. In the middle of the crosswalk
2. Ten feet past the stop line
3. Within five feet of the nearest crosswalk or stop line

Question 7 of 14

You are coming out of a private driveway. Who has the right-of-way?

1. All traffic on the main road
2. You, if you signal
3. Whoever moves first

Question 8 of 14

In a traffic circle with no signs, when in doubt about the right-of-way, who yields?

1. The vehicle on the right yields
2. The vehicle on the left yields to the one on the right
3. Whoever is in the circle always goes first

Question 9 of 14

After an emergency vehicle passes, how far behind it should you stay?

1. At least 50 feet
2. At least 1,000 feet
3. At least 300 feet

Question 10 of 14

How close may you park to a fire department vehicle in service?

1. No closer than 200 feet
2. No closer than 50 feet
3. Anywhere, if you leave room

Question 11 of 14

A private car with flashing blue lights is coming. Who is likely driving?

1. An undercover police car only
2. A volunteer firefighter or rescue squad member answering a call
3. A tow truck

Question 12 of 14

An ice cream truck shows flashing red lights and a stop arm. What must you do?

1. Pass at normal speed
2. Honk and pass quickly
3. Stop, then pass at no more than 15 mph, yielding to anyone crossing

Question 13 of 14

Under New Jersey's Move Over law, what must you do when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights?

1. Change to a lane not next to it, or slow down below the limit and be ready to stop
2. Keep your lane and speed
3. Stop in your lane

Question 14 of 14

A bus signals to re-enter traffic after a stop. What must you do?

1. Speed up to pass it
2. Yield the right-of-way to it
3. Honk to warn the driver