Practice test 2 of 10 — Georgia permit test

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1. Question 1: C. Follow the signs around a closed road

   A detour sign leads you around a closed road. Follow the detour signs to get back on your route.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Work zone signs

2. Question 2: D. There is a traffic light ahead

   This sign warns of a traffic light ahead. Be ready to stop if it is yellow or red.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

3. Question 3: B. Slow down or stop and let that car go first

   At a yield sign you must give way. Slow down, or stop if needed, and let the car with the right-of-way pass first.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

4. Question 4: D. The road does not connect to another road

   A dead end or no outlet sign means the road does not connect to another road, so you will have to turn around.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

5. Question 5: C. 150 to 700 feet

   When used, pentagon school signs are placed not less than 150 feet nor more than 700 feet before the school grounds or crossing.

   Handbook: Section 7: Signs, Signals & Markings — Shapes of Signs

6. Question 6: A. People may be crossing the road ahead

   This pedestrian crossing sign warns that people may be crossing. Slow down and yield to anyone in the crosswalk.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

7. Question 7: A. Fuel is available at or near the next exit

   Blue signs show services for drivers. A gas pump symbol means fuel is available near the next exit.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Guide and service signs

8. Question 8: C. The start of a no-passing zone

   The pennant sign marks the start of a no-passing zone. Do not begin to pass from this point on.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

9. Question 9: A. The edge of the road

   A solid white edge line marks the right edge of the road and helps you stay on it at night and in fog.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Pavement markings

10. Question 10: B. Wait until there is room to clear the intersection

    Do not enter an intersection unless there is room to clear it, even on green. Blocking it holds up cross traffic.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

11. Question 11: B. Another road crosses yours

    The cross symbol warns of a crossroad ahead. Watch for traffic coming from both sides.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

12. Question 12: B. Yield at that line

    A row of white triangles, called a yield line, shows where you must yield.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Pavement markings

13. Question 13: A. The light is about to turn red

    A steady yellow light warns that the light is about to turn red. Stop if you can do so safely.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

14. Question 14: D. An overpass or bridge with limited space above

    A low clearance sign shows how much space there is under an overpass or bridge, so tall vehicles can avoid it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

15. Question 15: C. The police officer

    A police officer directing traffic overrides signs and signals, so follow the officer.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

16. Question 16: C. Traffic will soon come toward you on this road

    The two-way traffic sign warns that oncoming traffic will soon use the same road as you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

17. Question 17: B. Give directions and distances

    Green horizontal signs are guide signs. They show directions, distances and exits.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

18. Question 18: A. On the outside edge of a sharp curve

    Chevron signs are placed on the outside of a sharp curve and point the way to steer.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

19. Question 19: A. After a full stop, unless a sign forbids it

    Generally you may turn right on red after a full stop if no sign forbids it and you yield to people and traffic.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

20. Question 20: B. A median will split the two directions

    This sign warns that a divided highway begins, so a median will split the two directions of traffic.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

21. Question 21: D. Let it go through first

    Yield to vehicles already in the intersection. Wait for them to clear it before you go.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Stop signs and intersections

22. Question 22: A. Signal and check for traffic

    Signal and check mirrors and your blind spot before pulling away from the curb.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Signaling

23. Question 23: B. Slow down and leave more space

    Wet roads give your tires less grip, so slow down and leave more space ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Speed and road conditions

24. Question 24: B. You cannot see as far or as clearly

    At night you cannot see as far or as clearly, so it is harder to spot hazards in time.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Night and weather

25. Question 25: C. By driving, you agree to alcohol or drug tests

    Implied consent means that by driving, you have agreed to a test for alcohol or drugs if lawfully asked.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Testing and implied consent

26. Question 26: B. 3 or 4 seconds

    Allow 3 or 4 seconds when following a motorcycle so the rider has time to maneuver or stop.

    Handbook: Section 9: Sharing the Road — Following Too Close

27. Question 27: A. Pull up beside the car in front of the space

    Signal, then pull up alongside the car in front of the space before you start to back in.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Parallel parking

28. Question 28: D. Use your signals and brake lights

    Signals, brake lights and eye contact tell other drivers and people walking what you plan to do.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Defensive driving

29. Question 29: C. The truck driver cannot see you

    If you cannot see the truck's mirrors, the driver cannot see you. Drop back so you can.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Large trucks and buses

30. Question 30: A. You go with care; cross traffic stops

    Flashing red means the cross street must stop. Your flashing yellow means you may go on with care.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Signals and right of way

31. Question 31: B. 200 feet

    Dim your headlights when following within 200 feet behind another vehicle.

    Handbook: Section 5: Traffic Laws — Use Headlights Properly

32. Question 32: D. Take turns and let one car in at a time

    When lanes merge, take turns and leave room so each driver can merge smoothly and safely.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Right-of-way basics

33. Question 33: A. No driver should insist on taking it

    The law says who must yield, but no driver should insist on the right-of-way if it could cause a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Right-of-way basics

34. Question 34: D. On the left

    You should normally pass on the left. Passing on the right is allowed only in certain cases.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Passing

35. Question 35: C. Signal, check mirrors and blind spot, then move

    Signal first, check your mirrors and blind spot, then move over smoothly when it is clear.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Changing lanes

36. Question 36: D. Do not drive until you know how it affects you

    A car counts as heavy machinery. Do not drive until you know how the medicine affects you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Drugs and medicine

37. Question 37: D. Judgment

    Alcohol affects judgment first, so a driver may feel fine while making poor choices.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — How alcohol affects you

38. Question 38: C. Go on to the next exit

    Never back up or turn around on a highway. Drive on to the next exit.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Highway driving

39. Question 39: C. Slow down and watch for people

    People getting out of a car may step into the road, so slow down and watch for them.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Pedestrians

40. Question 40: B. The car on the right

    At an all-way stop, go in the order you arrived; if two arrive about the same time, yield to the vehicle on your right.

    Handbook: Section 5: Traffic Laws — Laws Governing Right-of-Way