GA Permit Practice Test 7

All 20 questions in test 7

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1. 1. What does Georgia law say about littering on public or private property?

   1. It is unlawful to dump, deposit, throw, or leave litter on any public or private property or waters
   2. Only littering on interstates is illegal
   3. It is legal on private property with permission
   4. It is legal from a moving vehicle
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   It is unlawful to dump, deposit, throw, or leave litter on any public or private property or waters. Georgia spends thousands of dollars cleaning litter from its streets and highways, and it is unlawful to dump, deposit, throw or leave litter on any public or private property in the state, or in any waters. The ban is not limited to interstates, and private land is covered as well. Individuals who litter harm the beauty of the state and the health, welfare and safety of others.

2. 2. What does a solid yellow line nearest your vehicle mean on a two-lane road?

   1. The vehicle is not in a passing zone
   2. Passing is allowed if the driver accelerates
   3. Passing is required before the line ends
   4. The lane is reserved for left turns
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   The vehicle is not in a passing zone. A solid line nearest the vehicle means the driver is not in a passing zone. The marking does not require a pass, and extra speed cannot change the restriction. A left-turn lane has a different function and should not be inferred from a center line alone. Continue behind the slower vehicle until the markings show a legal passing zone and the traffic, sight distance, and available space all support a safe maneuver.

3. 3. How should drivers proceed when a traffic signal is green but the intersection is still blocked?

   1. Move into the crosswalk to reserve space
   2. Enter because the green light gives unconditional priority
   3. Wait until the intersection is clear of traffic or approaching traffic
   4. Follow the vehicle ahead even if it stops in the intersection
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   Wait until the intersection is clear of traffic or approaching traffic. A green signal does not make it safe to enter a blocked intersection. Georgia directs drivers to wait until the intersection is clear of traffic or approaching traffic. The choices “Wait until the intersection is clear of traffic or approaching traffic” and “Follow the vehicle ahead even if it stops in the intersection” treat the signal as permission to create a blockage, while stopping in a crosswalk interferes with pedestrians. Look beyond the signal before crossing the stop line and remain back until there is room to clear the intersection completely.

4. 4. What must a driver do before entering a highway from an alley or private road?

   1. Enter first because traffic on the highway must yield
   2. Stop and yield to pedestrians and vehicles already on the roadway or sidewalk
   3. Sound the horn and continue without stopping
   4. Yield only to vehicles, not to pedestrians
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   Stop and yield to pedestrians and vehicles already on the roadway or sidewalk. A driver entering from an alley, private road, or another highway must stop and yield to all pedestrians and vehicles already using the roadway or sidewalk. Entering first reverses the priority, while the horn does not replace the required stop. Pedestrians are included, so yielding only to vehicles is incomplete. Stop where you can see, check both directions and the sidewalk, then move only after the path is clear.

5. 5. Which sign shape means yield in Georgia?

   1. Circle
   2. Octagon
   3. Pentagon
   4. Triangle
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   Triangle. The triangle is Georgia's yield shape. It tells the driver to slow to a reasonable speed for existing conditions and stop if necessary before giving way. An octagon means stop, a pentagon identifies a school zone or crossing, and a circle warns of a railroad crossing. Shape recognition is useful when distance, darkness, or glare makes the words difficult to read, so learn the shape before reaching the sign.

6. 6. According to the Georgia manual, what animal causes thousands of crashes in the state each year?

   1. Wild hogs
   2. Bears
   3. Deer
   4. Alligators
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   Deer. Each year deer cause thousands of crashes in Georgia, and the manual urges drivers to understand common deer habits and know what to do when one runs out in front of the car. Deer move most at dawn and dusk and travel in groups, so slow down where deer signs are posted and expect a second animal after the first. Brake in a straight line rather than swerving into oncoming traffic or off the road.

7. 7. Under Georgia's Move Over Law, what is the required response when a roadside emergency vehicle displays flashing lights?

   1. Stop in the lane beside the vehicle and wait for an officer
   2. Pass at the posted speed because the vehicle is on the shoulder
   3. Turn on hazard lights and keep the same speed
   4. Change lanes away from it when possible, or slow below the speed limit if necessary
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   Change lanes away from it when possible, or slow below the speed limit if necessary. Georgia gives roadside emergency vehicles a protected buffer. Move into a lane farther from the stopped vehicle when that can be done safely. If traffic or road design prevents the lane change, slow below the posted limit and be prepared to stop. Stopping beside the emergency vehicle creates a new hazard, and passing at normal speed leaves workers exposed. Treat flashing lights as an immediate cue to create space and reduce speed.

8. 8. What action is required when an emergency vehicle approaches with its siren sounding?

   1. Follow it closely to use its cleared path
   2. Pull over to the right and stop until it passes
   3. Stop immediately in the middle of the intersection
   4. Move left and accelerate past it
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   Pull over to the right and stop until it passes. An approaching emergency vehicle needs a clear path, so traffic should yield by moving to the right edge and stopping. A vehicle already in an intersection should clear it first when possible, then pull over safely. Following closely is dangerous and may be unlawful, while moving left can place the driver in the emergency vehicle's path. When the siren is heard, check mirrors, signal, and stop where responders can pass.

9. 9. At a stop sign, where should a driver stop if there is no marked stop line?

   1. After entering the intersection
   2. Beside the nearest parked vehicle
   3. Before the crosswalk on the driver's side
   4. At the far side of the cross street
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   Before the crosswalk on the driver's side. A stop sign requires a complete stop. The marked stop line is the first stopping point. When no line exists, the driver stops before the crosswalk on that side of the intersection. Entering the intersection first can put the vehicle into crossing traffic, and stopping at the far side gives up the protected position. Look for the line, then the crosswalk, before choosing a place where approaching traffic can be seen.

10. 10. What does a steady yellow traffic signal warn a driver to do?

    1. Stop and remain until another green signal appears
    2. Accelerate so the vehicle enters before red
    3. Treat the signal as a green arrow
    4. Prepare to stop because the light is changing to red
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    Prepare to stop because the light is changing to red. A yellow signal warns that the light is changing to red. The driver should prepare to stop, considering traffic and the distance needed for a controlled stop. Accelerating to beat the signal increases conflict risk, and a yellow light is not a green arrow. Remaining stopped for a new green signal describes an unnecessary response when the vehicle has already entered lawfully. Ease off the accelerator and stop if doing so is safe.

11. 11. How must a driver respond to a flashing red traffic signal?

    1. Stop fully, then proceed when safe after yielding
    2. Wait for the signal to change to green
    3. Slow down but continue without stopping
    4. Make a U-turn before entering the intersection
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    Stop fully, then proceed when safe after yielding. Flashing red has the same stopping expectation as a stop sign. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, check for traffic and pedestrians, yield as required, and proceed only when the path is safe. Rolling through treats the signal like flashing yellow and skips the required pause. Waiting indefinitely for green misunderstands the signal, because flashing red may continue. Use the stop line or crosswalk as the stopping reference.

12. 12. What should a driver do after reaching a railroad crossing where a train is approaching?

    1. Cross quickly before the locomotive arrives
    2. Drive around any lowered gate
    3. Stop and wait for the train to pass
    4. Continue because the crossing has no signal
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    Stop and wait for the train to pass. A visible approaching train is enough reason to stop. Georgia's manual warns drivers not to calculate whether they can make it across and never to try to beat a train through the intersection. Crossing quickly or going around a gate puts the vehicle directly in the train's path. A crossing without lights or gates still requires judgment and caution. Stop well before the tracks, watch for a second train, and wait until the route is clear.

13. 13. At what type of intersection does the left-yields-to-right rule apply?

    1. An intersection with no stop, yield, or other traffic signals
    2. Only a four-way stop with all drivers stopped
    3. Only a highway entrance controlled by a ramp meter
    4. Any intersection where one driver is turning left
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    An intersection with no stop, yield, or other traffic signals. Georgia applies the left-yields-to-right rule at intersections where there are no stop signs, yield signs, or other traffic signals. If two vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right. A left turn does not create the rule by itself, and a four-way stop follows its own arrival and pedestrian considerations. Ramp meters are unrelated. Slow down, scan for pedestrians, and confirm that the intersection is clear before proceeding even when priority appears established.

14. 14. Why does Georgia's Move Over Law require extra caution around authorized roadside vehicles?

    1. It gives those vehicles permission to ignore every traffic signal
    2. It creates a buffer between traffic and workers or responders
    3. It reserves the shoulder for passing vehicles
    4. It requires drivers to stop at every maintenance truck
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    It creates a buffer between traffic and workers or responders. The law protects people working beside moving traffic by creating separation from an authorized roadside vehicle displaying the required lights. A buffer lane lowers the chance that an inattentive driver will strike workers or equipment. The rule does not grant emergency vehicles unlimited freedom at signals, turn the shoulder into a passing lane, or demand a stop at every truck. Look well ahead for amber, blue, or other warning lights and plan the lane change early.

15. 15. How should a driver interpret a yellow advisory speed sign placed near a curve?

    1. As a new maximum speed that replaces the regulatory sign
    2. As the minimum speed required on the curve
    3. As guidance for a safer speed through the curve
    4. As a direction to stop before turning
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    As guidance for a safer speed through the curve. An advisory speed sign identifies a speed at which the curve can be traveled more safely, usually below the posted maximum. It is a warning about the roadway's geometry, not a replacement for the black and white regulatory limit. Treating the number as a minimum encourages excessive speed, while stopping before every curve is not what the sign commands. Reduce speed before entering, maintain control through the bend, and account for rain or limited visibility.

16. 16. How much following distance should a driver allow when following a motorcycle?

    1. One second
    2. Three or four seconds
    3. Two seconds
    4. Ten car lengths
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    Three or four seconds. Georgia advises drivers to allow three or four seconds of following distance behind a motorcycle. Extra space gives the rider more time to maneuver or stop during an emergency, and it reduces the chance that a driver will need sudden braking. One or two seconds leaves less room for a motorcycle’s quick stop, while ten car lengths is not the manual’s time-based guidance. Use a fixed roadside point to judge the interval, then add more space when visibility, pavement, or traffic conditions reduce your ability to react.

17. 17. A warning sign says a school zone is ahead. What driving adjustment should follow?

    1. Maintain the highway speed until a child enters the lane
    2. Prepare for the reduced school-zone speed when the yellow lights flash
    3. Use high beams to make children easier to see
    4. Stop immediately beside the warning sign
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    Prepare for the reduced school-zone speed when the yellow lights flash. The school warning prepares the driver for a reduced speed limit that takes effect when the yellow lights are flashing. It is not permission to maintain highway speed until a child appears, and high beams can create glare rather than solve the hazard. Stopping beside the sign would create an unnecessary obstruction. Ease off the accelerator, scan for children and crossing activity, and be ready to obey the displayed school-zone limit.

18. 18. What do diamond-shaped yellow signs generally communicate to drivers?

    1. An existing or possible roadway hazard
    2. A mandatory parking restriction
    3. A route number and destination
    4. A location where toll payment is required
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    An existing or possible roadway hazard. Diamond-shaped signs are warnings. Their yellow background and black wording or symbols alert drivers to an existing or possible hazard on the roadway or beside it. Regulatory signs tell drivers what they must or must not do, while guide signs provide route and destination information. A toll location is not the meaning of the diamond shape. Use the warning as an early cue to scan ahead, adjust speed, and prepare for a change in roadway conditions.

19. 19. What must a driver do when a pedestrian is in a marked crosswalk?

    1. Sound the horn and continue at the posted speed
    2. Pass the pedestrian by crossing the center line
    3. Yield only if the pedestrian is running
    4. Stop and remain stopped until the pedestrian has cleared the driver's path
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    Stop and remain stopped until the pedestrian has cleared the driver's path. Drivers must stop and stay stopped when pedestrians are in the crosswalk. A horn does not replace the duty to stop, and passing around a pedestrian can put that person in the path of another vehicle. The rule is not limited to people who are running. Approach crosswalks with the expectation that someone may enter, stop before the crossing area, and wait until the pedestrian is safely beyond the vehicle's path.

20. 20. Where does the Georgia manual say to find the recommended tire pressure?

    1. On the tire sidewall
    2. On the registration card
    3. At the gas station
    4. On the sticker in the door jamb of the vehicle
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    On the sticker in the door jamb of the vehicle. Before entering the vehicle, check tire pressure using the recommended psi located in the door jamb of the vehicle, and measure it with a tire pressure gauge. If the psi is above the number on the door jamb, let air out until it matches; if below, add air or have a retailer help until it reaches the proper level. The sidewall figure is the tire's maximum, not the recommended pressure.