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When a school bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children, the driver of the bus will activate flashing red lights.
When a school bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children, the driver of the bus will activate flashing red lights.
False
All drivers approaching the school bus should slow down and be prepared to stop when the flashing yellow lights are activated.
All drivers approaching the school bus should slow down and be prepared to stop when the flashing yellow lights are activated.
True
It is lawful for any vehicle to pass the stopped school bus while it is loading or unloading passengers on a highway divided by a median.
It is lawful for any vehicle to pass the stopped school bus while it is loading or unloading passengers on a highway divided by a median.
False
Drivers are not required to stop when a school bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children.
Drivers are not required to stop when a school bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children.
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A passing zone is indicated by a solid line to the right of the center line of the roadway.
A passing zone is indicated by a solid line to the right of the center line of the roadway.
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When the flashing lights have turned red and the stop signs have extended from the side of the bus, drivers can pass the stopped school bus.
When the flashing lights have turned red and the stop signs have extended from the side of the bus, drivers can pass the stopped school bus.
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You can proceed to make a turn without making a complete stop, yielding to all traffic and stopping for pedestrians.
You can proceed to make a turn without making a complete stop, yielding to all traffic and stopping for pedestrians.
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Drivers should pay special attention to children who may be walking along or crossing the roadway when a school bus is stopped.
Drivers should pay special attention to children who may be walking along or crossing the roadway when a school bus is stopped.
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On a two-lane road, you can pass another vehicle whenever you want.
On a two-lane road, you can pass another vehicle whenever you want.
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If the line nearest your vehicle is solid, you are in a passing zone.
If the line nearest your vehicle is solid, you are in a passing zone.
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Study Notes
Traffic Stop and License Information
- Signing a traffic ticket is not an admission of guilt, but refusing to sign may result in arrest.
- Requesting to speak to a supervisor about an officer's conduct is recommended.
Georgia Driver's License Requirements
- Any person wanting to operate a motor vehicle in Georgia must obtain a driver's license within 30 days of becoming a resident.
- Documents required for a Real ID include:
- Identity document (e.g., birth certificate, passport, certificate of naturalization)
- Two documents showing Georgia residence (e.g., utility bill, phone bill)
- Name change document (if applicable)
- Documents must be original or certified, and a social security number is required.
License Restrictions and Renewal
- Certain groups, such as out-of-state military personnel, students, and the physically incapacitated, may be eligible for license renewal by mail.
- License renewal is only available for an 8-year period, after which the license holder must appear in person.
- Identification Card Number Changes: licenses or ID cards with a Social Security number as the document number will be assigned a randomly generated document number.
Safe Driving Practices
- Important points to remember:
- Take your turn safely and avoid delaying traffic.
- Let other drivers proceed if necessary to prevent a traffic crash.
- Care, courtesy, and common sense should govern actions.
- Rules for yielding and merging:
- Yield the right-of-way to all traffic coming from the opposite direction when making a left turn.
- Slow down and be prepared to stop at yield signs.
- Merge into new lanes safely when roadways merge.
School Bus Safety
- When a school bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children, flashing yellow lights are activated, and all drivers should slow down and be prepared to stop.
- When the flashing lights turn red and the stop signs have extended, it is unlawful for any vehicle to pass the stopped school bus while it is loading or unloading passengers.
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Learn about the protocols to follow during a traffic stop, including signing a traffic ticket and requesting to speak to a supervisor. Understand your rights and responsibilities to ensure a safe experience for all parties involved.
