20 questions from the Georgia Driver's Manual. Pick an answer to see the rule behind it.
1. What should a driver do regarding a motorcycle's flashing turn signal?
Answer: Wait to be sure the rider is going to turn before proceeding. Since motorcycle signals may not self-cancel, the driver should wait for a clear indication of the turn rather than relying solely on the flashing light.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 44: “Wait to be sure the rider is going to turn before you proceed.”
2. According to the handbook, what is the primary purpose of vertical rectangle signs?
Answer: They are generally used for regulatory signs, telling drivers what they must do. The handbook states that vertical rectangle signs are regulatory and instruct drivers on required actions.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 29: “Vertical Rectangle signs are generally used for regulatory signs, which tell you what you must do.”
3. What is the correct procedure for a driver entering an expressway from an entrance ramp?
Answer: Move into the acceleration lane to adjust speed before merging. The handbook instructs drivers to use the acceleration lane to match the speed of expressway traffic before merging safely.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 41: “From the entrance ramp, you should move into the acceleration lane. This is the lane that runs alongside the main roadway. In the acceleration lane, you can adjust your speed to the speed of the expressway traffic.”
4. What is the correct method for checking tire tread depth using the penny test?
Answer: If any part of Lincoln's head is covered by the tread, you're driving with the legal and safe amount of tread. The handbook specifies that if the tread covers any part of Lincoln's head, the tire has sufficient tread depth.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 39: “If any part of Lincoln's head is covered by the tread, you're driving with the legal and safe amount of tread.”
5. For a driver under the age of 21, what specific condition triggers a license suspension according to the point accumulation rules?
Answer: Any conviction for a 4-point violation. The handbook specifies that drivers under 21 face suspension for any single conviction that carries 4 points, distinct from the general 15-point rule.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 49: “For any person under the age of 21 with a conviction for any 4-point violation;”
6. What is the required action for a driver when approaching the pedestrian crosswalk at a roundabout?
Answer: Stop for pedestrians in the crosswalk; they have the right of way. The handbook states that drivers must stop for pedestrians in the crosswalk because pedestrians have the right of way.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 38: “Stop for pedestrians in the crosswalk; they have the right of way.”
7. When approaching an octagon-shaped stop sign, where must you stop if there is no marked stop line?
Answer: Before the crosswalk on your side of the intersection. The handbook specifies that in the absence of a stop line, the driver must stop before the crosswalk on their side.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 29: “If there is no stop line, stop before the crosswalk on your side of the intersection.”
8. When exiting a driveway, where must a driver stop before proceeding?
Answer: Before the sidewalk area. Drivers are required to stop before the sidewalk area to allow pedestrians to pass safely before entering the driveway.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 43: “drivers must stop before the sidewalk area and proceed only after pedestrians have safely passed.”
9. How does the Georgia Department of Driver Services treat convictions reported by licensing authorities from other states for a Georgia licensee?
Answer: It places them on the driving record and treats them as if they occurred in Georgia for imposing license withdrawals. Out-of-state convictions are added to the record and treated identically to in-state convictions for the purpose of license withdrawals.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 47: “Convictions reported to the Georgia DDS by licensing authorities or courts in other states and nations will be placed on the driving record of a Georgia licensee or resident. The Department will treat such convictions as if they had occurred in this state for the purpose of imposing license withdrawals.”
10. Under what specific condition is a limited driving permit available after a license suspension?
Answer: If the suspension resulted from a conviction for speeding 24-33 mph over the limit and the applicant is at least 18 years old. The handbook specifies that limited permits are only available under these precise conditions regarding the speed range and age.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 28: “A limited permit may be available only if the suspension resulted from a conviction for speeding 24-33 mph over the speed limit and the applicant is at least 18 years old.”
11. Under Georgia's Implied Consent law, what is the minimum suspension period for a driver's license if the driver refuses to submit to a state-administered chemical test?
Answer: One year. The handbook states that refusing the test results in a license suspension for a minimum period of one year.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 48: “If you refuse this testing, your Georgia driver's license or privilege to drive on the highways of this state will be suspended for a minimum period of one year.”
12. According to the guidelines for avoiding carbon monoxide poisoning, which of the following actions is recommended?
Answer: Do not leave the car motor running and the windows closed while the car is parked. The handbook lists this action as a precaution to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 40: “Don’t leave the car motor running and the windows closed while the car is parked;”
13. What is the minimum license suspension period for a first DUI conviction if the Blood Alcohol Concentration was .02 or greater, but less than .08?
Answer: 6 months. The handbook specifies a minimum suspension period of 6 months for this specific BAC range.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 28: “If your Blood Alcohol Concentration was .02 or greater, but less than .08; or your implied consent test results were suppressed; or no test was given, your license will be suspended for a minimum period of 6 months,”
14. After submitting to the required state chemical tests, what right does a driver have regarding additional testing?
Answer: They are entitled to additional chemical tests at their own expense from qualified personnel of their own choosing. The handbook confirms that after the initial test, drivers may seek additional tests privately at their own expense from chosen personnel.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 48: “After first submitting to the required state tests, you are entitled to additional chemical tests of your blood, breath, urine, or other bodily substances at your own expense and from qualified personnel of your own choosing.”
15. How should a driver indicate a change in speed when slowing down in the traveling lane to prepare for an exit?
Answer: Use either brake lights or a turn signal. The handbook specifies that brake lights or turn signals are the appropriate methods to communicate slowing down while preparing to exit.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 41: “Drivers should use either brake lights or a turn signal to indicate a change in speed to the drivers behind if slowing down in the traveling lane when preparing to exit.”
16. Where must a driver come to a complete stop when a stop line is present at an intersection?
Answer: At the stop line. The handbook specifies that drivers must stop at the painted stop line rather than at the sign or signal itself.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 37: “Drivers must come to a complete stop at the stop line, when present, not at the actual stop sign or traffic signal.”
17. How many basic shapes of signs does the State of Georgia use to convey traffic control instructions?
Answer: Seven. The handbook directly states that Georgia uses seven basic shapes for traffic control signs.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 29: “The State of Georgia uses seven basic shapes of signs to convey traffic control instructions.”
18. Where are milepost markers placed along the roadway according to the handbook?
Answer: Each mile along the edge of the roadway. The handbook specifies that milepost markers appear at one-mile intervals along the road's edge.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 33: “Milepost markers are placed each mile along the edge of the roadway from one end of the state to the other.”
19. How should a cyclist navigate a roundabout if they are experienced and comfortable entering the flow of traffic?
Answer: Ride in the middle of the lane to prevent vehicles from passing you. The handbook advises experienced cyclists to ride in the middle of the lane rather than hugging the curb to ensure visibility and safety.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 38: “Ride in the middle of the lane to prevent vehicles from passing you.”
20. What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate to a driver?
Answer: You are approaching a school zone and/or school crossing. The handbook defines pentagon-shaped signs as indicators for approaching school zones or crossings.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 29: “Pentagon shaped signs mean you are approaching a school zone and/or school crossing.”