Driver Education and License Requirements
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Driver Education and License Requirements

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Which of the following are areas for turning that are controlled by a signal or sign?

  • Protected left turn (correct)
  • Right turn only
  • No turn allowed
  • U-turn only

    • A Class D license permits the operation of all Class C vehicles.

    True

    Which of the following is not a characteristic of novice drivers?

  • They lack driving experience
  • They have exceptional driving experience (correct)
  • They often overestimate their abilities
  • They are usually cautious

    • Vehicle collisions are a leading cause of death for individuals from___________________years of age in Georgia.

    <p>3-34</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Drivers under the age of 20 in Georgia accounted for______________of drivers involved in fatal crashes in 2014.

    <p>12.8%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person has to have a Class C license to get a Class A and B license.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Driving is a privilege granted based on:

    <p>all of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Class A and Class B licenses are both commercial licenses.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A____________is one that has little amount or no driving experience.

    <p>novice driver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To obtain a Class D driver's license, a Certificate of School Enrollment (DS-1 form) from the previous year is an acceptable form of identification.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is the non-provisional class of license required for a non-commercial vehicle that does not exceed 26,001 pounds?

    <p>Class C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Joshua's law requires the completion of a prescribed driver's education course and documentation of behind-the-wheel education by parent/legal guardians.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Statistical research indicates that novice drivers often overestimate their abilities.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If insurance coverage is not continuously kept by a driver, the driver could be charged with monetary penalties and license suspension.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Class A and B licenses require the potential recipient to be 15 years old.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A driver's license can be suspended if a driver refuses to take a chemical test for intoxication.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You have to be at least 15 years of age for a Class CP learner's permit.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A driver's license_______________is the temporary withdrawal of your driving privileges for a specific period of time.

    <p>suspension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Lapse of insurance coverage may be permissible under Georgia law if:

    <p>The vehicle was totaled in a crash, the vehicle has a new owner, the vehicle was stolen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A driver's license can be__________if the individual refuses to take a driving test or rules test after receiving a notice that it should be done.

    <p>revoked</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The minimum financial responsibility per event for bodily injury liability is

    <p>$50,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Of the 1,164 traffic fatalities in Georgia in 2014, the majority were drivers.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is acceptable identification used to obtain a Class D driver's license?

    <p>A utility bill mailed within the last 2 years, a bank statement issued in the past 2 years, proof of health insurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The driver with Class CP learner's permit must have someone at least 21 years old in the passenger's seat at all times.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The key capability that experience provides is the ability to identify potential hazards.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a reason for license suspension?

    <p>Any felony committed with a motor vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following should be used when there is a mechanical problem with the vehicle?

    <p>Hazard lights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An example of a guide sign is:

    <p>Exit sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Speed limit pavement markings may be posted in addition to traffic signs.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The law states when the right of way must be yielded.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An example of a warning sign is:

    <p>Signal ahead, Road Construction ahead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Licensing and Education

    • Protected left turn areas are regulated by signals or signs.
    • Class D license allows operation of all Class C vehicles.
    • Class C license is necessary to obtain Class A and B licenses.
    • Joshua's Law mandates completing a driver's education course and documenting behind-the-wheel instruction.
    • Acceptable identification for a Class D license includes a utility bill, a recent bank statement, or proof of health insurance.

    Driver Characteristics and Statistics

    • Novice drivers tend to overestimate their vehicle control abilities and hazard assessment skills.
    • Vehicle collisions are a leading cause of death for individuals aged 3-34 in Georgia.
    • In 2014, drivers under 20 represented 12.8% of those involved in fatal crashes.
    • Of 1,164 traffic fatalities in Georgia in 2014, the majority were drivers.
    • Drivers with little or no experience are classified as novice drivers.

    License Types and Requirements

    • Class A and Class B licenses are commercial licenses and require the applicant to be 18 years old.
    • A Class CP learner's permit holder must have a passenger who is at least 21 years old.
    • Suspension of a driver's license can occur if a driver refuses a chemical test for intoxication.
    • Monetary penalties and potential license suspension can occur if continuous insurance coverage is not maintained.
    • The minimum financial responsibility for bodily injury liability is $50,000.
    • A lapse in insurance may be permissible under certain conditions like total loss in a crash, change of ownership, or theft.

    License Suspension and Revocation

    • A license can be revoked for refusing to take a driving or rules test after notification.
    • Reasons for license suspension include committing a felony with a vehicle, causing a person's death, or engaging in racing activities.

    Road Signs and Signals

    • Hazard lights should be used for mechanical vehicle problems.
    • Guide signs, such as exit signs, assist with navigation.
    • Warning signs alert drivers to potential hazards, including signals or road construction ahead.
    • Speed limit markings can be posted on pavement in addition to traditional traffic signs.
    • Laws dictate when to yield the right of way.

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    This quiz covers essential aspects of driver education and licensing regulations, including the classification of licenses and statistics related to novice drivers. Key topics include the requirements for obtaining different class licenses, the implications of Joshua's Law, and insights into driver characteristics and safety statistics.

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