Georgia DDS Learners Permit Test – Flashcards
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When is passing on a two-lane highway prohibited?
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100 feet of railroad or bridge
shoulder of road
school bus stopped
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What are the three basic traffic laws?
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1. obey traffic control devices
2. obey traffic directions of law enforcement officer or firefighter.
3. never drive on a roadway that has been closed for construction.
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When can you pass on the right?
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Another car is about to make a left turn or when on a multi-lane highway.
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When do you reduce speed?
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In school or work zone.
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You have allowed the wheels of your vehicle to run off the edge of the pavement. You should:
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Hold the steering wheel firmly; release the gas pedal; and gently apply the brakes. Return to the pavement when the vehicle has slowed enough to allow roll steer back onto the highway safely.
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Unpaved country road speed limit:
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35 mph
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The proper way in which to make a right turn is what?
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Signal and get into the lane nearest the right curb.
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If, while driving, a tire suddenly blows out, you should:
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Grip the steering wheel firmly, slow down, and exit from the traffic lanes.
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What is the proper way to enter an expressway from the enterence ramp?
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Use the acceleration lane to blend into traffic.
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The lights of your vehicle must be turned on between the hours of:
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1/2 hour before sunrise and 1/2 hour after sunset.
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What is the slowest you may travel on an interstate highway in good weather?
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45 mph
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Failure to obey police officer (points)
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3 points
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Failure to obey traffic control device (points)
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3 points
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Aggressive Driving (points)
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6 points
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What type of road signs have yellow backgrounds?
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general warning signs
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Does the vehicle on the left or right have to yield the right-of-way?
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left
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When a vehicle is approahing from the front or rear, and is displaying emergency lights and sounding a siren, you must:
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pull over to the right and stop.
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On multi-lane highways, a dashed white line means:
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Traffic is moving in the same direction.
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If you are involved in an accident, one of the immediate requirements is to:
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render aid to the injured.
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A solid yellow line on your side of the center line means:
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Do not pass
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The DDS is required by law to suspend the driving privileges of an individual forba conviction of the following offense.
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Hit and run or leaving the scene of a crime.
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If you have to stop on the shoulder of a freeway, because of an emergency, you should:
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Raise the hood to indicate trouble, and wait in your car for help.
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When driving behind anoteher vehicle at night you should:
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Keep your headlights on low beam.
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Georgia's Move-Over Law was passed because:
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Emergency vehicles parked beside a highway are vulnerable to crashes, even when their emergency lights are flashing.
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A conviction for unlawful passing of a school bus will result in a total of _______ points on your Georgia driving record.
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6
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You are driving behind a motorcycle and want to pass. You must:
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have your vehicle entirely into the left lane before and during the pass.
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The maximum speed limit on a rural Interstate Highway is:
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70 mph
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Water on the road can cause a vehicle to hydroplane. Your car may hydroplane at speeds as low as:
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35 mph
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All other violations are worth ____ points:
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3
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Improper use of Designated Travel Lane - 4th or subsequent offense. (points)
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1 point
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Operating a Vehicle while test messaging: (points)
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1 point
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Violation of usage of wireless telecommunication devices: (points)
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1 point
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Violation of child safety restraint 2nd or subsequent offense (points)
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2 points
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Violation of child safety restraint 1st violation (points)
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1 point
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Failure to adequately secure load (except fresh farm produce) resulting in an accident (points)
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2 points
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Processing an open container of an alcoholic beverage while driving (points)
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2 points
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34 mph or more over the speed limit (points)
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6 points
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24 to 33 mph over the speed limit (points)
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4 points
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19-23 mph over the speed limit (points)
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3 points
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15-18 mph over the speed limit (points)
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2 points
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Improper passing of a hill or curve (points)
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4 points
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Reckless Driving (points)
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4 points
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What law became effective Jan. 1, 2007 that implemented new legislation to promote increased teen driving safety?
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Joshua's law
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It is more dangerous to drive at night that in daytime because:
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You cannot see as far ahead at night
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What does a solid white line between lanes mean?
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changing lanes is discouraged
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After getting a citation and prior to the court appearance, you may avoid getting points assessed against your drivers license if you:
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Complete a certified 6 hour driving improvement course.
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What is 'Right-of-Way'?
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Yield. then first car there goes first. or car on left must yield to car on right.
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What is the Georgia Implied Consent Law?
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You agree to be tested for the amount of alcohol in your blood if arrested for drunk driving.
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Speed limit on urban or residential district?
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30 mph
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What is 'move-over law'?
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Drivers are required to move over one lane when possible if an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is parked on the shoulder of the highway.
