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When is passing on a two-lane highway prohibited?
What are the three basic traffic laws?
Obey traffic control devices, obey traffic directions of law enforcement officer or firefighter, never drive on a roadway that has been closed for construction.
When can you pass on the right?
When another car is about to make a left turn or on a multi-lane highway.
When do you reduce speed?
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What should you do if you have allowed your vehicle to run off the edge of the pavement?
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What is the speed limit on an unpaved country road?
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What is the proper way to make a right turn?
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What should you do if a tire suddenly blows out while driving?
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What is the proper way to enter an expressway from the entrance ramp?
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When should the lights of your vehicle be turned on?
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What is the slowest speed you may travel on an interstate highway in good weather?
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How many points are issued for failure to obey a police officer?
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How many points are issued for failure to obey a traffic control device?
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How many points for aggressive driving?
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What type of road signs have yellow backgrounds?
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Does the vehicle on the left or right have to yield the right-of-way?
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What should you do when a vehicle is approaching with emergency lights and sirens?
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What does a dashed white line on multi-lane highways mean?
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What is one of the immediate requirements if you are involved in an accident?
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What does a solid yellow line on your side of the center line signify?
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For what offense does the DDS suspend driving privileges by law?
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What should you do if you have to stop on the shoulder of a freeway due to an emergency?
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When driving behind another vehicle at night, what should you do?
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Why was Georgia's Move-Over Law passed?
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How many points are assigned for unlawful passing of a school bus?
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What must you do when driving behind a motorcycle and want to pass?
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What is the maximum speed limit on a rural Interstate Highway?
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At what speed may your car begin to hydroplane on wet roads?
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All other violations are worth how many points?
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What does improper use of designated travel lane (4th or subsequent offense) incur?
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How many points are assigned for operating a vehicle while texting?
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What are the points for violation of usage of wireless telecommunication devices?
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What are the points for 2nd or subsequent violation of child safety restraint?
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What are the points for the 1st violation of child safety restraint?
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Study Notes
Passing Regulations
- Passing is prohibited within 100 feet of railroad crossings or bridges, next to the shoulder of the road, and when a school bus is stopped.
Basic Traffic Laws
- Obey all traffic control devices and law enforcement instructions.
- Do not drive on closed roadways due to construction.
Passing on Roads
- Passing on the right is allowed when another car is making a left turn or on multi-lane highways.
Speed Reduction
- Reduce speed in school zones and work zones for safety.
Vehicle Control
- If your vehicle runs off the pavement, hold the wheel firmly, release the gas, gently brake, and return to the road once it's safe.
Speed Limits
- Unpaved country roads have a speed limit of 35 mph.
- The minimum speed on an interstate highway in good weather is 45 mph.
Right Turn Guidelines
- Signal a turn and position yourself in the lane closest to the right curb.
Tire Blowouts
- In case of a tire blowout, hold the steering wheel firmly, slow down, and move out of the traffic lanes.
Entering an Expressway
- Use the acceleration lane to merge with traffic when entering an expressway.
Vehicle Lighting Regulations
- Turn on vehicle lights between half an hour before sunrise and half an hour after sunset.
Points System
- Failure to obey a police officer or traffic control device results in 3 points.
- Aggressive driving incurs 6 points.
Road Sign Colors
- Yellow backgrounds signify general warning signs.
Right-of-Way Rules
- The vehicle on the left must yield the right-of-way.
Emergency Vehicle Response
- Pull over to the right and stop when an emergency vehicle approaches with flashing lights and sirens.
Multi-Lane Highway Markings
- A dashed white line indicates that traffic is moving in the same direction.
Accident Protocol
- Render aid to the injured if involved in an accident.
Passing Restrictions
- A solid yellow line on your side of the center line indicates that passing is not allowed.
Driving Privileges Suspension
- Convictions for hit and run can result in suspension of driving privileges.
Freeway Emergency Stops
- If stopping on a highway shoulder due to an emergency, raise the hood and wait for help inside the vehicle.
Night Driving Precautions
- Use low beam headlights when driving behind another vehicle at night.
Move-Over Law
- Georgia’s Move-Over Law was established to protect emergency vehicles parked beside the highway.
School Bus Violations
- Unlawful passing of a school bus results in 6 points on your driving record.
Motorcycle Passing Rules
- When passing a motorcycle, ensure your vehicle is entirely in the left lane before and during the pass.
Rural Highway Speed Limit
- Maximum speed limit on a rural interstate highway is 70 mph.
Hydroplaning Risk
- Vehicles can begin to hydroplane at speeds as low as 35 mph when encountering water on the road.
General Violations Points
- Most traffic violations incur 3 points, while improper use of designated travel lanes and operating a vehicle while texting result in 1 point.
Child Safety Restraint Violations
- First-time violations of child safety restraints incur 1 point, while subsequent offenses incur 2 points.
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