GA DMV Permit Practice Test Part 1
Drivers must stop at a safe distance—no closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet—when a train is approaching and signals are flashing. Georgia's Move-Over Law helps protect emergency workers by requiring drivers to shift over one lane or slow down when passing stopped emergency vehicles with flashing lights.
You must always stop __________ from the nearest rail of a railroad crossing when the signal is flashing.
Key Terms
You must always stop __________ from the nearest rail of a railroad crossing when the signal is flashing.
within 50 feet, but not less than 15 feet
Georgia's move-over law requires drivers to _________ if an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is parked on the shoulder of the highway.
move over one lane when possible
If traffic from another roadway is merging into the roadway you are traveling on, you must:
adjust your speed and vehicle position to allow the traffic to merge
When you stop at a crosswalk on a multi-lane road, stop at least _________, so a driver in the next lane can see the pedestrian.
10 feet before the crosswalk
Drivers operating vehicles on a divided highway must _________, unless directed to do otherwise by a sign, traffic control device, or police officer.
drive to the right of the median
All of the following are tips to remember when you travel through a work zone except:
increase your speed
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
You must always stop __________ from the nearest rail of a railroad crossing when the signal is flashing. | within 50 feet, but not less than 15 feet |
Georgia's move-over law requires drivers to _________ if an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is parked on the shoulder of the highway. | move over one lane when possible |
If traffic from another roadway is merging into the roadway you are traveling on, you must: | adjust your speed and vehicle position to allow the traffic to merge |
When you stop at a crosswalk on a multi-lane road, stop at least _________, so a driver in the next lane can see the pedestrian. | 10 feet before the crosswalk |
Drivers operating vehicles on a divided highway must _________, unless directed to do otherwise by a sign, traffic control device, or police officer. | drive to the right of the median |
All of the following are tips to remember when you travel through a work zone except: | increase your speed |
Penalties for driving under the influence of intoxicants are severe. Such penalties include: | fines up to $1000, mandatory suspension of driving privileges, and jail sentence up to 12 months |
If two vehicles simultaneously arrive at an intersection where there are no stop signs, yield signs or other traffic signals: | the driver of the vehicle on the left must yield to the driver of the vehicle on the right |
As per Georgia traffic laws, a maximum of 65 mph speed is allowed: | on an urban interstate or on a multi-lane divided highway |
The traffic striping marks of diagonal yellow lines are on streets and highways. These indicate: | the road is narrowing & there is an obstruction on the roadway |
When there are four or more lanes with traffic moving in opposite directions, two solid yellow lines mark the: | center of the roadway |
When driving behind a motorcycle, drivers must: | allow at least a 2-second following distance |
When passing a motorcyclist, drivers must: | pass in an adjacent lane |
When you see two solid yellow lines on a two-lane road, you must: | not pass in either direction |
In a standard passenger car, partial hydroplaning can begin at speeds as low as: | 35 mph |
When sharing the road with a commercial motor vehicle, a passenger car driver must be aware of: | the larger blind spots |
Georgia law states that each occupant in the front seat of a passenger vehicle, including the driver must: | be secured by a seat safety belt |
Horizontal rectangular signs are generally used as: | guide signs |
When driving in a vehicle equipped with airbags, it is best to place your ______on the steering wheel. | left hand at the 8 o'clock and the right hand at the 4 o'clock position |
On a highway divided by a median, cars traveling on the opposite side from the stopped school bus are not required to: | come to a complete stop |
Which of the following actions is recommended if you experience a sudden tire blow-out? | grasp the steering wheel firmly |
You must use your headlights between: | one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise |
When the yellow lights are flashing, all drivers approaching ________must obey the posted speed limit of 20 mph. | a school zone |
A person 21 years of age or older is considered "under the influence of alcohol" when ________ is present in the blood. | 0.08 gm. or more by alcohol weight |
_________ are the most likely places for car and motorcycle collisions to occur. | Intersections |
To overcome highway hypnosis and fatigue, drivers must _________ to keep them alert while driving. | exercise their eyes |
Do not make a U-turn on a curve or near the top of a hill if you cannot be seen by: | drivers approaching from either direction |
When there are two or more lanes for traffic moving in the same direction, slower vehicles should use: | the right lane, except when passing or making a left turn |
When a turning lane is provided for vehicles traveling in both directions, drivers must use: | extreme caution to make a left turn |
When making a left turn at an intersection, or into an alley or driveway, you must yield the right-of-way to: | all traffic coming from the opposite direction |
If you plan to turn beyond an intersection, you must: | signal just after you pass through the intersection |
On a multiple-lane roadway with several lanes in one direction, you must use _________ for passing. | the middle and left lanes |
_________ are the mobile devices that are often used on some roads to give drivers an advance warning of construction zones. | Flashing arrow signs |
When approached by an emergency vehicle in a roundabout: | continue on and exit as normal, then pull to the right |
Which of the following is NOT a true statement about safety belts? | You will be trapped after an accident of you wear a safety belt |
If you suddenly have no control of the steering wheel, you should: | ease your foot off the gas pedal |
When passing a large vehicle, do not pull back in front of the truck until you can see its: | headlights in your inside rearview mirror |
Which of the following must NOT be done if your vehicle's tire blows out? | Quickly move to the shoulder of the road |
When you drive in city traffic, you should try to look at least: | one block ahead |
When turning corners, drivers must turn the steering wheel using: | the hand-over-hand technique |
When you encounter a yellow arrow signal while turning left at an intersection, you must: | clear the intersection quickly |
A steady red arrow means: | you must stop and you cannot go in the direction of the arrow |
When making a U-turn, you must NOT: | make it on a curve in the road or near a hill |
If you see a solid white line between lanes of traffic, you must: | stay in your lane |
Which of the following signs inform you of possible hazards ahead? | Warning signs |
If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the surface of the road, you should: | ease your foot off the gas pedal, not stop until your tires are gripping the road again, and keep the steering wheel straight |
You must not pass on two-lane highways in all of the following situations EXCEPT: | When there is a dashed yellow line on your side of the center dividing line |
If you are driving on a two-lane road, it is safest to drive your vehicle in the _______ of the lane. | center |
If you see _________ in your driving lane, you are permitted to pass when it is safe. | a dashed white line |
When you turn from a high speed, two-lane roadway, _______ if you have traffic following you. | try not to slow down your vehicle too early |
Which of the following lines permits the passing of other vehicles? | A broken white line |
The area of the freeway on the outside of the solid white line is meant for: | emergency use only |
If you are overtaking, you must pass on the left at a safe distance and do not _______ until the way is clear from the overtaken vehicle. | return to the lane |
A _______ offers you the best possible protection in a car crash and, therefore, is your best defense against the drunk driver. | safety seat belt |
When should you switch on your high-beam headlights? | Where there may be people along the side of the road, when you drive in construction areas, and when you drive on unfamiliar roads |
If you are preparing for a right turn behind a bicyclist, misjudgment can result in a broadside crash called a: | right hook |
A single broken yellow line usually marks the centerline of a two-way roadway where: | a vehicle may pass if it is safe |
For better visibility during rain, fog and snow, you must keep your vehicle's_________ on. | low-beam headlights |
The correct hand signal to indicate a left turn is: | hand and arm extended outward |
A broken white line on the road represents: | lanes traffic of moving in the same direction |
Drivers must use the left lane on a highway for: | passing |
Which of the following must NOT be done when brakes fail while driving? | Stop the vehicle by colliding head-on into a solid object |
When there is no traffic on both sides of the road, a turn around can be performed using | a three-point turn |
The danger areas around trucks and buses where crashes are more likely to occur are called: | blind spots |
When you find both a solid and a dashed yellow line between opposing lanes of traffic, you must not pass: | if the solid line is on your side |
When backing up your vehicle, you must: | not depends on your mirrors, instead turn your head to look through the rear window |
Among the following parking types, _________ is commonly used in parking lots, shopping centers, and wide streets. | angle parking |
If an approaching vehicle has its turn signal on, you must _______ and then start your turn if it is safe. | wait until the other driver actually starts to turn |
With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a _________ than the front wheels. | shorter path |
When you see a triangle-shaped road sign while driving, you must: | reduce your speed and yeild |