Questions and Answers
Which of the following should be used when there is a mechanical problem with the vehicle?
An example of a guide sign is?
Exit sign
Speed limit pavement markings may be posted in addition to traffic signs.
True
The law states when the right of way must be yielded.
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An example of a warning sign is:
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An example of a motorist service sign is?
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Which of the following shapes would be a school zone warning sign?
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Which of the following lights directs a driver to stop completely at the intersection before continuing travel when safe to do so?
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A flashing yellow light directs a driver to completely stop at the intersection.
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Motorists do not have to yield the right of way to pedestrians when the light for the vehicle is green if they are still on the crosswalk.
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Motorists should always yield the right of way to emergency vehicles on all roads.
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At a four-way stop, the driver that reaches the stop sign _______ should be the ________ to go.
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Signaling a turn is necessary:
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____________________ should be used when mechanical turn signals are not working properly.
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Which of the following lines indicate the presence of a permissive condition?
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Controlled intersections are types of intersections that do not have traffic signals or signs where motorists must follow the right of way yielding requirements to safely pass through the intersection.
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At intersections with a stop sign on the left, the driver on the right should be yielded the right of way.
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Which of the following is the definition of allowing a vehicle to travel first when two vehicles reach the same point at the same time?
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Which of the following are areas for turning that are controlled by a signal or sign?
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Which of the following traffic signals tell the motorist that travel in the lane the signal is prohibited?
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Which of the following is a sign that directs the driver to change speed and vehicle position to merge into the lane safely?
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In Georgia, motorists are prohibited from making a right turn at a circular red signal.
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IPDE is short for Identify, Predict, Decide, and Execute.
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A steady circular red light directs the driver to stop behind the stop line and before the crosswalk at an intersection.
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Shape and color differences are uniformly applied to signs to provide meaningful information to the driver.
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Study Notes
Signage and Traffic Signals
- Hazard lights indicate a mechanical problem with the vehicle.
- Guide signs, such as exit signs, provide navigational assistance to drivers.
- Warning signs, like "Signal ahead" and "Road Construction ahead," alert drivers to potential hazards.
- School zone warning signs are identifiable by a pentagon shape.
Traffic Regulations and Right of Way
- Speed limit pavement markings complement traffic signs for speed regulation.
- The law requires yielding the right of way under specific circumstances.
- Motorists must always yield to pedestrians, even when facing a green light.
- Emergency vehicles must have the right of way at all times, regardless of road type.
Intersection Rules
- At a four-way stop, the first driver to arrive should go first.
- Controlled intersections have traffic signals or signs; uncontrolled intersections do not.
- The right of way is defined as allowing one vehicle to proceed first when two reach the same point simultaneously.
Signaling and Lane Changes
- Drivers must signal turns when changing lanes, stopping, or executing turns.
- Hand signals are used when mechanical turn signals are malfunctioning.
Traffic Control Devices
- Broken lines on the road signify permissive conditions for changing lanes.
- A flashing red light requires drivers to stop before proceeding safely.
- A steady circular red light mandates stopping before the stop line at intersections.
- A red X indicates prohibited travel in a lane.
Special Maneuvers and Merging
- Protected left turns are controlled by signals or signs, ensuring safety.
- Merge signs direct drivers to adjust speed and position for safe lane merging.
General Knowledge
- In Georgia, right turns on a circular red signal are permitted unless posted otherwise.
- IPDE stands for Identify, Predict, Decide, and Execute—an essential driving strategy.
- Color and shape are standardized across signs to convey specific information effectively.
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Test your knowledge of signs, signals, markings, and intersections with this Georgia Drivers Education flashcard set. Each card will help reinforce essential road safety concepts required for driving. Prepare effectively for your driving test!
