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Vehicle collisions are the leading cause of death for individuals from ___ years of age in Georgia.
3-34
Driving is a person's right.
False
In 1997, the Teenage and Adult Driver Responsibility Act implemented a driver licensing program for novice drivers, age 15 to 18.
True
Georgia's driver's licenses are divided into different license classes to identify the type of vehicle that may be operated.
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Class A and B licenses require the potential recipient to be 15 years old.
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Which of the following is a license that applies to individuals who drive a motorcycle?
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Which of the following is a reason for a license suspension?
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If a driver is under the age of 18 and has collected four or more points within any 12-month period, their license will be suspended.
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If a license has a restriction code of A, what does it mean?
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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.
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Georgia's point system is created to reward safe drivers.
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A Class D license prohibits the driver from operating a motor vehicle between the hours of _____
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The minimum financial responsibility per person for the state of Georgia for bodily injury liability in a vehicle accident is _____
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If a vehicle's lease has ended, it still needs insurance coverage.
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Drivers can carry higher amounts of insurance than the required minimum if they wish to further protect themselves financially.
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A ___ is one that has little amount or no driving experience.
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Which of the following statements is not true? Novice drivers use mirrors more frequently to obtain visual information.
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The likelihood of crash involvement among speeding drivers is increased in the novice driver population.
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A Class D license permits the operation of all Class C vehicles.
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Which of the following is not a characteristic of novice drivers? They have exceptional driving experience.
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Drivers under the age of 20 in Georgia accounted for __ of drivers involved in fatal crashes in 2014.
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A person has to have a Class C license to get a Class A and B.
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Class A and B licenses are both.
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Driving is a privilege granted based on.
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To obtain a Class D driver's license, a school Certificate of School Enrollment (DS-1 form) from the previous year is an acceptable form of identification.
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Which of the following is the non-provisional class of license required for a non-commercial vehicle that does not exceed 26,001 pounds?
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Joshua's Law requires the completion of a prescribed driver's education course and documentation of behind-the-wheel education and experience by parent/legal guardians.
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Statistical research indicates that novice drivers often overestimate their abilities as they relate to vehicle control and assessment of critical hazards in driving.
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If insurance coverage is not continuously kept, a driver could be charged with monetary penalties and license suspension.
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A driver's license can be suspended if a driver refuses to take a chemical test for intoxication.
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You have to be at least 15 years of age for a Class CP Learner's Permit.
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A driver's license ___ is the temporary withdrawal of your driving privileges for a specific period of time.
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Lapse of insurance coverage may be permissible under Georgia law if.
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Study Notes
Driver Safety and Licensing in Georgia
- Vehicle collisions are the top cause of death for individuals aged 3 to 34 in Georgia.
- Driving is considered a privilege, not an inherent right.
- The Teenage and Adult Driver Responsibility Act, enacted in 1997, established a licensing program for novice drivers aged 15 to 18.
Driver's License Classes and Requirements
- Georgia issues different driver's license classes to define the type of vehicles that can be operated.
- Class M license is specifically for motorcycle operators.
- Minimum age for obtaining Class A and B licenses is above 15 years old.
- Class D licenses restrict driving between midnight and 5 AM.
License Suspension and Points System
- License suspension can occur for various reasons, including accumulating four or more points within 12 months for drivers under 18.
- Georgia's point system incentivizes safe driving practices.
- Revocation of a driver's license can happen if a driver refuses mandatory testing.
- Drivers under 20 accounted for 12.8% of those involved in fatal crashes in 2014.
Insurance and Financial Responsibility
- The state requires a minimum of $25,000 in bodily injury liability per person in an accident.
- Maintaining insurance coverage is mandatory, even after leasing ends.
- Higher insurance amounts can be carried for additional financial protection.
- Lapse in insurance may lead to penalties and potential suspension of driving privileges.
Novice Driver Characteristics and Education
- Novice drivers possess limited driving experience, often overestimating their skills in vehicle control and hazard assessment.
- Joshua's Law mandates completion of a driver's education course and documentation of behind-the-wheel training.
Various Important Considerations
- A Class C license is required for operating non-commercial vehicles under 26,001 pounds.
- A Class CP Learner's Permit is attainable at age 15, with specific identification required.
- A driver's license suspension reflects a temporary withdrawal of driving privileges.
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This quiz covers essential aspects of driver safety and licensing in Georgia. It includes information about the effects of vehicle collisions, driver privilege versus rights, and specific licensing classes and requirements. Additionally, it addresses the points system and the implications of license suspension and revocation.
