Georgia DDS Learner's Permit Practice Test

The Hands Free GA Law makes it illegal to do the following, while operating a motor vehicle in GA:

Watch, record, or broadcast a video or movie; Physically hold or support any wireless device; Write, send, or read an email or text

What is the most common type of collision between cars and motorcycles?

When a motorcycle is rear-ended by a car

Does Georgia Law require you to stop before turning right on a red light?

Yes. You must come to full stop and yield to all vehicles and pedestrians on the cross street

It is more dangerous to drive at night than in daytime, because:

You cannot see as far ahead at night

If you are convicted of operating a vehicle while under the influence alcohol or drugs:

Your privilege to drive will be suspended

If you have to stop on the shoulder of a freeway because of an emergency, you should:

activate your hazard lights, raise the hood to indicate difficulty

When entering an expressway, your car's speed should:

be adjusted to the speed of the traffic on the expressway

When approaching an intersection where a 'Yield' sign has been placed facing you, you must:

give right of way to all vehicles

You are stopped at an intersection and the traffic light changes to green. You should:

go ahead only after you are sure that all cross traffic and pedestrians have cleared the intersection

If, while driving, a tire suddenly blows out, you should:

grasp the steering wheel firmly and take your foot off the accelerator

When approaching an intersection for a left turn, you should approach the intersection:

in the far left lane or center (turning) lane

The distance it takes you to stop your vehicle depends on:

reaction of the driver, vehicle condition, wind direction, and road conditions

If the signal light changes from green to yellow as you enter the intersection, you should:

slow down and exercise caution before proceeding through the intersection

A school bus with its flashing red signals on has stopped on a non-divided highway; you must:

stop until the signal lights are no longer flashing and all passengers have cleared the roadway

The Georgia Implied Consent Law means:

you are required to submit to tests of your blood, breath, urine or other bodily substances to determine if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol

At a railroad crossing, where the crossing gates have been lowered:

you must stop and remain stopped until the gates are raised and all tracks are cleared

When does the law require your headlights to be turned on?

1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. Or during other periods of low visibility

The minimum speed on Georgia interstates is:

40 MPH

The Hands Free GA Law pertains to which of the following:

All drivers regardless of age

What does this road sign mean:

Be ready to merge with traffic entering your lane

A solid yellow line on your right side of the center line, means:

Do NOT pass

The shoulder belt should be worn behind your back or under your arm.

False

When driving at night you may use your parking lights instead of headlights:

False

You are driving behind a motorcycle and want to pass. You must:

Have your vehicle entirely into the left lane before and during the pass

The Department of Driver Services is required by law to suspend the driving privileges of an individual for a conviction of the following offense(s).

Hit and run or leaving the scene of a crash

You have allowed the wheels of your vehicle to run off the edge of the pavement. You should:

Hold the steering wheel firmly; release the gas pedal; and gently apply the brakes

Where does the licensed driver riding with a permit holder need to ride in the vehicle?

In the front passenger seat

The proper arm signal for slowing or stopping is:

Left arm down

What signal should you give before changing lanes in traffic?

Left or right turn signal, depending on whether you wish to change left or right

When driving at night, you should dim your headlights when:

Meeting or following another vehicle

Motorcycles are smaller than cars. This makes them:

More difficult to see

Georgia's Move-Over Law requires drivers to:

Move over at least one lane away from an emergency vehicle that is stationary, or if unable to move over, slow down below the speed limit

The Georgia Move-Over law requires motorist to:

Move to the next lane if safely possible

When is it legal to back up on an expressway:

Never

What does this road sign mean:

No right turn permitted

A person's commits the offense of aggressive driving when he or she:

Operates any motor vehicle with the intent to annoy, harass, molest, intimidate, injure or obstruct another person

A double yellow line in the center of a highway means:

Passing is prohibited

If a driver is convicted of violating the Hands Free GA Law, they will:

Pay a fine of at least $50; Accumulate at least one point on their license

If you are involved in a crash, one of the immediate requirements is to:

Render aid to the injured

Streets and highways are most slippery:

Right after it starts to rain

What does this road sign mean:

School zone ahead

All children ages 8 up to 18 are required to ride:

Secured in a safety belt or child safety seat

Before moving your vehicle into traffic from a parked position, you should:

Signal and proceed when it is safe

What does this road sign mean:

Slippery when wet

A flashing yellow light at an intersection means:

Slow down and proceed with caution

What should you do when you see a flashing yellow traffic signal at the next intersection?

Slow down and proceed with caution

What does this road sign mean:

Steep Hill

What should you do when you approach a flashing red light?

Stop

Who is responsible for littering from a motor vehicle?

The driver of the vehicle

Bicyclists should use their arms to signal to other motorists when they are going to make a turn, or when they are slowing or stopping.

True

Driving requires your full attention:

True

Georgia law requires you to yield to all highway maintenance vehicles and workers in a construction zone.

True

Without exception, never drive a vehicle through, around, or under any railroad gate or barrier.

True

When driving into fog you should:

Use your low-beam headlights

In heavy fog:

Use your low-beam lights