Driver's Permit Study Guide

Questions and Answers

What does Basic Law 1 state?

Obey the instructions of pedestrians

Obey traffic control devices (correct)

Drive above the speed limit

Ignore traffic signals

True or false: You must obey traffic control devices even if instructed otherwise by a law enforcement officer.

False

What should you never do according to Basic Law 3?

Drive on a closed roadway

Which vehicle has the right of way at an intersection if two cars pull up?

Right Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The first vehicle to arrive at an intersection can proceed first.

True Signup and view all the answers

When two cars arrive at the same time, who goes first?

Vehicles on your right Signup and view all the answers

If another car takes your turn, what should you do?

Let the other car go to prevent traffic accidents Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when you see a yield sign?

Slow to a safe speed or stop when necessary Signup and view all the answers

If traffic is merging into your lane, what should you do?

Change lanes away from merging traffic Signup and view all the answers

At an intersection with a green light, what should you do?

Wait until the intersection is clear to go Signup and view all the answers

When emergency vehicles have their lights on, what should you do?

Pull into the shoulder of the road, or as far right as possible Signup and view all the answers

Can you turn right on red?

Yes, unless there is a sign prohibiting it Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when a bus has flashing yellow lights?

Slow down Signup and view all the answers

When a bus has flashing red lights and a stop sign out, what should you do?

Stop; it is illegal to pass Signup and view all the answers

What does Georgia's Move-Over Law require?

Move over one lane or slow down for emergency vehicles Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid yellow line indicate?

Do not pass Signup and view all the answers

When passing, when should you be all the way to the right?

Before the passing zone ends and before oncoming traffic is within 200 feet Signup and view all the answers

What should you activate when passing?

Your left turn signal Signup and view all the answers

Where is passing prohibited?

Within 100 feet of an intersection, bridge, or railroad crossing Signup and view all the answers

When can you pass on the right of another vehicle?

When the vehicle is making a left turn and there is sufficient pavement width Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when someone is passing you?

Reduce your speed Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Bicyclists do not have the same rights as other motorists.

False Signup and view all the answers

When passing a bicyclist or motorcyclist, what should you do?

Completely go into the other lane, because they legally occupy the lane they are in Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Weaving is lawful.

False Signup and view all the answers

When making a right turn, which lane should you end up in?

The right lane Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit in an urban or residential district?

30 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit on an unpaved county road?

35 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit on a rural interstate?

70 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit on an urban interstate or multi-lane divided highway?

65 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit in other areas?

55 mph Signup and view all the answers

How many feet should you stop within a railroad crossing?

50 feet, but no less than 15 Signup and view all the answers

What is coasting?

Traveling down a hill without the gears or transmission engaged Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal blood alcohol level limit for driving?

0.08 gm Signup and view all the answers

When should you use your headlights?

Between one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise, when it is raining, or when vision is impaired Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Traffic Laws and Regulations

Basic Law 1: Traffic control devices must be obeyed.
Basic Law 2: Follow directions of law enforcement or firefighters regardless of traffic device signals.
Basic Law 3: Avoid driving on closed roadways due to construction or events.

Right-of-Way Rules

When two cars approach an intersection, the vehicle on the right has the right of way.
First come, first to proceed is a true statement regarding intersection rules.
If two vehicles arrive simultaneously, the vehicle on the right goes first.
If another vehicle takes your turn, prioritize safety and let them go to avoid accidents.

Traffic Signs and Signals

Yield signs require drivers to slow down or stop if necessary.
Merge Lane: Change lanes away from merging traffic to ensure safety.
At green lights, wait until the intersection is clear before proceeding.
Emergency vehicles require drivers to pull over to the shoulder or right side of the road.

Bus Regulations

A flashing yellow light on a bus indicates to slow down.
A flashing red light with a stop sign on a bus means drivers must stop; passing is illegal.

Georgia's Move-Over Law

Requires drivers to change lanes when an emergency vehicle with lights is parked; if unable, slow down below the speed limit and prepare to stop.

Lane and Passing Regulations

Solid yellow lines indicate no passing allowed.
When passing, be in the right lane before the zone ends and before oncoming traffic is within 200 feet.
Activate the left turn signal when passing another vehicle.

Passing Restrictions

Passing is prohibited within 100 feet of intersections, bridges, or railroad crossings.
It is permissible to pass on the right when the other vehicle is turning left and sufficient pavement exists.

Interaction with Bicyclists and Motorcyclists

Reduce speed when someone is passing you.
Bicyclists have the same rights as other motorists; treat them similarly.
Pass bicyclists and motorcyclists completely in the other lane as they occupy their lane.

Speed Limits

Urban or residential areas: 30 mph
Unpaved county roads: 35 mph
Rural interstates: 70 mph
Urban interstates/multi-lane highways: 65 mph
Other areas: 55 mph

Railroad Crossing Rules

Stop 50 feet from a railroad crossing, but no less than 15 feet.

Driving Conduct

Coasting (driving in neutral) on downhill slopes is unlawful.
Legal blood alcohol content limit is 0.08 g.

Headlight Usage

Use headlights from half an hour after sunset to half an hour before sunrise, during rain, or when vision is impaired.

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