20 questions from the Georgia Driver's Manual. Pick an answer to see the rule behind it.
1. What is prohibited regarding entrances and exits on controlled-access roadways?
Answer: Entering or leaving at unauthorized entrances or exits. Drivers must use authorized entrances and exits on controlled-access roadways.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 24: “You are prohibited from entering or leaving any controlled-access roadway at unauthorized entrances or exits;”
2. According to the handbook, which lane should slower traffic use when multiple traveling lanes are available in the direction of travel?
Answer: The right (outside) lane(s). The handbook states that slower traffic belongs in the right or outside lanes to keep the left lanes clear for faster traffic.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 30: “When two or more traveling lanes are available in the direction you are traveling, slower traffc should travel in the right (outside) lane(s).”
3. What is the maximum traveling speed in any urban or residential district in Georgia unless otherwise posted?
Answer: 30 miles per hour. The handbook lists 30 mph as the standard speed limit for urban or residential districts.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 22: “Maximum traveling speeds are determined based on the following general rules in Georgia unless otherwise posted: • 30 miles per hour in any urban or residential district;”
4. What is the status of a flagger's authority within a Georgia work zone?
Answer: They have the same authority as a regulatory sign. The handbook clearly equates the authority of a flagger to that of a regulatory sign, requiring drivers to obey their directions.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 23: “In a work zone, a flagger has the same authority as a regulatory sign. Do not disobey a flagger’s traffic control directions.”
5. What should a driver do if their vehicle leaves the roadway?
Answer: Wait until speed has reduced, check traffic, and merge safely. The handbook instructs drivers to reduce speed and check traffic before merging back, rather than jerking the wheel or stopping abruptly.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 40: “Wait until your speed has reduced, check the traffic, and look for a place to safely return to the roadway by merging into traffic.”
6. Within what timeframe must a driver request a hearing after receiving an order of suspension?
Answer: Within ten days. The handbook specifies that a hearing request must be made within ten days of receiving the suspension order.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 49: “You are entitled to a hearing, if desired, and if requested within ten (10) days of the receipt of the order of suspension.”
7. Within what distance of a railroad crossing is stopping, standing, or parking prohibited?
Answer: 50 feet. The handbook lists 50 feet as the specific distance from a railroad crossing where stopping, standing, or parking is not permitted.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 21: “Within 50 feet of a railroad crossing;”
8. 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.”
9. According to Georgia law, what is the minimum distance a driver must maintain behind a firefighting apparatus traveling in response to a fire alarm?
Answer: 200 feet. The handbook states that drivers must not follow a firefighting apparatus closer than 200 feet.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 25: “The driver of any vehicle, other than one on official business, must not follow any fire fighting apparatus traveling in response to a fire alarm, or other emergency vehicles, closer than 200 feet, or park any vehicle within 500 feet of any fire apparatus stopped in answer to a fire alarm”
10. What is the maximum width permitted for trailers on Georgia’s highways according to the handbook?
Answer: 8 feet, 6 inches. The handbook states that trailers exceeding a width of 8 feet, 6 inches are prohibited from using Georgia highways.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 24: “Trailers wider than 8 feet, 6 inches are not permitted on Georgia’s highways.”
11. Which lane marking indicates that you may enter a High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane?
Answer: Dashed White Line. The diagram legend in the handbook associates the dashed white line with permission to enter the lane.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 41: “HOV LANES Double White Lines (No Entry) Dashed White Line (You May Enter)”
12. During the first six months after receiving a Class D license, who is permitted to ride in the vehicle?
Answer: Only immediate family members. The rules restrict passengers to immediate family members during the initial six-month period.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 9: “During the first six months following issuance, only immediate family members may ride in the vehicle.”
13. How many hours of night driving experience are required as part of the cumulative driving experience for a Class D license?
Answer: 6 hours. The driver education requirements specify that at least 6 of the required driving hours must be completed at night.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 9: “You must also have completed a cumulative total of at least 40 hours of other driving experience, including at least 6 hours at night.”
14. 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.”
15. 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.”
16. What is the consequence if a driver is convicted of violating any state law or local ordinance while holding a Limited Driving Permit?
Answer: The underlying suspension is extended for an additional 6 months. The handbook states that a conviction during the limited permit period extends the underlying suspension by six months.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 49: “In addition, a conviction will extend the underlying suspension of your driving privilege for an additional 6 months.”
17. 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;”
18. What is the recommended action regarding your hands when an officer approaches your vehicle during a traffic stop?
Answer: Keep your hands on the steering wheel or in a visible location so they are easily observable. The guidelines state that hands should remain visible on the steering wheel or another visible spot for safety.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 4: “Keep your hands on the steering wheel or in a visible location so they are easily observable.”
19. 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.”
20. What is the recommended practice for warming up a vehicle's engine?
Answer: Follow the manufacturer's guidelines. The handbook advises drivers to adhere to the manufacturer's specific guidelines when warming up the engine.
Georgia Driver's Manual, page 42: “When warming up the engine, follow the manufacturer’s guidelines to assure sufficient engine performance for safe driving.”