New Jersey: Freeway driving — Part 2 Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “What is a weave lane?” · “According to the New Jersey Driver Manual, you should only pass or change lanes if which condition is met?”
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "New Jersey Driver Manual" (2026), New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC).
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What is a weave lane?
- A lane that ends at a toll booth
- A lane used only for passing slower traffic
- A lane that is both an entrance and an exit
- A lane reserved for buses and carpools
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Correct answer: A lane that is both an entrance and an exit
A weave lane is both an entrance and an exit for an expressway, so traffic comes on and leaves at the same place.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 70 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 70)
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In a weave lane, who must yield the right-of-way?
- Drivers entering yield to drivers leaving
- The slower of the two drivers yields
- Neither; both merge at the same time
- Drivers leaving yield to drivers entering
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Correct answer: Drivers entering yield to drivers leaving
The motorist entering from the entrance ramp must yield the right-of-way to the motorist leaving the expressway.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 70 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 70)
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On a highway through a city during rush hour, which lanes does the New Jersey manual suggest to avoid merge conflicts?
- The exit-only lanes
- The left or center lane
- The right-hand lane near the ramps
- The right shoulder
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Correct answer: The left or center lane
On highways through cities, drive in the left or center lane to avoid merge conflicts during rush hour.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 71 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 71)
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On a busy highway through a city, how should you prepare for your exit?
- Wait until you pass it, then back up
- Slow down sharply in the travel lane
- Stay left until the exit, then cut across
- Look for it early and adjust your position
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Correct answer: Look for it early and adjust your position
A motorist should search for exits early and adjust position for the exit.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 71 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 71)
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Why should you begin slowing down early when approaching a toll booth?
- All EZ Pass lanes need a full stop
- Traffic may be backed up at the booth
- Arriving slowly lowers the toll you pay
- Every booth has its own speed camera
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Correct answer: Traffic may be backed up at the booth
Begin reducing speed early for toll booths, because traffic may be backed up at the booth.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 71 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 71)
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At a toll plaza, what shows you which booths are open?
- Green lights or signals
- Rows of orange cones
- Red flashing lights
- Yellow flags on the booth
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Correct answer: Green lights or signals
Green lights or signals highlight open toll booths.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 71 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 71)
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After you pass through a toll booth, what should you do?
- Stop just past the booth to put away your change
- Check both sides for merging and speed up smoothly
- Keep straight and ignore the traffic beside you
- Speed up hard so you get ahead of all the other drivers
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Correct answer: Check both sides for merging and speed up smoothly
When exiting toll booths, search traffic on both sides for merging, accelerate smoothly, and adjust speed.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 71 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 71)
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At an interchange, what type of turn is often needed to enter or exit an expressway?
- A cloverleaf turn
- A three-point turn
- A left turn across the median
- A U-turn
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Correct answer: A cloverleaf turn
To enter or exit an expressway, a cloverleaf turn is often necessary.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 72 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 72)
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How should you drive through the circle of a cloverleaf interchange?
- In the left lane of the circle only
- Faster than the posted limit, to merge sooner
- Slowly, obeying the posted speed limit
- At the full speed of the highway
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Correct answer: Slowly, obeying the posted speed limit
Watch for entrance and exit signs and drive slowly in the circle, obeying the posted speed limit.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 72 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 72)
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When changing lanes, what does the New Jersey Driver Manual say is imperative?
- Sound the horn briefly before moving into the new lane
- Flash your high beams at vehicles in the new lane
- Use your mirrors and turn signals, and give ample warning
- Speed up so the change takes as little time as possible
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Correct answer: Use your mirrors and turn signals, and give ample warning
When changing lanes, the rear- and side-view mirrors must be used, turn signals used properly, and other drivers given ample warning before the change.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 90 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 90)
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When a lane change must be made, what does the New Jersey Driver Manual say to do in addition to looking in the rearview mirror?
- Speed up before checking anything
- Honk to warn the drivers behind you
- Glance behind to check blind spots
- Rely on the mirror alone
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Correct answer: Glance behind to check blind spots
Before a lane change, look in the rearview mirror, glance behind to check blind spots, and always signal.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 96 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 96)
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Which of the following does the New Jersey Driver Manual warn against as part of using the proper lane?
- Checking traffic behind you
- Glancing back to check blind spots
- Signaling every lane change
- Straddling a lane
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Correct answer: Straddling a lane
Using the proper lane is an important part of defensive driving, and the manual says not to straddle a lane.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 96 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 96)
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According to the New Jersey Driver Manual, you should only pass or change lanes if which condition is met?
- You exceed the limit by no more than 10 mph
- No police vehicles are in sight
- The change can be completed without speeding
- The vehicle ahead is below the speed limit
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Correct answer: The change can be completed without speeding
The passing checklist says to pass or change lanes only when necessary and only if the change can be completed without speeding.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 96 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 96)
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When may you pass, according to the New Jersey Driver Manual's passing checklist?
- Only when signs and pavement markings permit
- Whenever there is a gap in oncoming traffic
- Whenever the vehicle ahead is going slower
- Only on the right side of the vehicle ahead
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Correct answer: Only when signs and pavement markings permit
Before passing, keep in mind that you should only pass when signs and pavement markings permit.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 96 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 96)
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After passing a vehicle, what is a good indication that it is safe to return to the right lane?
- The passed vehicle sounds its horn at you
- You can see it in your rearview mirror
- Its front bumper is even with your driver's door
- You are one car length ahead of the vehicle
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Correct answer: You can see it in your rearview mirror
Return to the right lane when well ahead of the vehicle you passed; a good indication is when you can see that vehicle in your rearview mirror.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 96 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 96)
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According to the New Jersey Driver Manual, what should you do when you move back into the right lane after passing?
- Brake firmly before moving back over
- Return without a signal, since you already signaled
- Return as soon as your rear bumper clears
- Signal your return to the right lane
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Correct answer: Signal your return to the right lane
The passing checklist says to signal every lane change, including your return to the right lane.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 96 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 96)
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After you pass a vehicle and move back into the right lane, what does the New Jersey Driver Manual's passing checklist remind you to do?
- Flash your hazard lights
- Speed up to the limit
- Sound the horn once
- Cancel the turn signal
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Correct answer: Cancel the turn signal
The passing checklist says to signal your return to the right lane when well ahead of the vehicle you passed, and then to cancel the turn signal.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 96 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 96)
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According to the New Jersey Driver Manual's passing checklist, when should you pass or change lanes?
- Every time traffic ahead slows
- Whenever you want to go faster
- Only when necessary
- Whenever the next lane is open
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Correct answer: Only when necessary
Before passing a vehicle or changing lanes, keep in mind that you should only pass or change lanes when necessary.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 96 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 96)
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Why does the manual say it is important to stay alert on major highways?
- Highways always have traffic signals at every single crossroad
- Wide-open spaces can make you feel you can relax your attention
- Major highways are usually in poor condition, with many potholes
- Crashes on highways happen only in bad weather or at night
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Correct answer: Wide-open spaces can make you feel you can relax your attention
Wide-open spaces on highways often make motorists feel they can relax their attention, so it is important to stay alert.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 102 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 102)
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According to the manual, traffic crashes and deaths on highways:
- Happen only at crossroads that have no signals
- Are rare on highways that have four or more lanes
- Can happen even in good weather on dry roads
- Happen almost only when it is raining or snowing
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Correct answer: Can happen even in good weather on dry roads
The manual warns that highway crashes and deaths can happen when the weather is good and the roads are dry.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 102 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 102)
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Some highways may not have traffic signals at crossroads. According to the manual, what does this mean for you?
- You may go faster than the posted speed limit
- You always have the right of way at crossroads
- Drive defensively and stay within the limit
- Cross traffic must always yield to your vehicle
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Correct answer: Drive defensively and stay within the limit
Because some highways may not have traffic signals at crossroads, a motorist must drive defensively and stay within the speed limit.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 102 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 102)
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Who may use a high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane?
- Any vehicle, as long as it keeps to the speed limit
- Only drivers who have paid an extra toll for the lane
- Vehicles with multiple riders, or types named on signs
- Only drivers who hold a commercial driver license
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Correct answer: Vehicles with multiple riders, or types named on signs
HOV lanes are reserved for a particular vehicle type or for vehicles carrying multiple riders, as identified by posted regulatory signs.
Source: New Jersey Driver Manual (2026), page 217 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 217)