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Georgia permit practice: 20 free questions

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Written from Georgia Drivers’ Manual (2023-2024). Independently checked .

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Question 1 of 20

An intersection has traffic lights, but they are completely dark. No officer is directing vehicles. How should you treat the intersection?

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Correct answer: A. As an intersection where every approach has a stop sign.

When an intersection signal has no power or display, every driver must stop and follow the rules for an all-way stop.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 7: Signs, signals & markings / Traffic Signals and Signs, PDF page 35. Checked .

Question 2 of 20

You face a flashing red traffic light. What must you do before entering the intersection?

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Correct answer: B. Stop fully and yield before moving ahead carefully.

Flashing red requires a stop. You may continue only when pedestrians and other traffic have received the right of way.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 7: Signs, signals & markings / Traffic Signals and Signs, PDF page 35. Checked .

Question 3 of 20

Two vehicles going straight on crossing roads reach a four-way intersection at the same time. There are no signs or traffic signals. Which driver must yield?

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Correct answer: C. The driver approaching from the left.

At an uncontrolled intersection, simultaneous arrivals are resolved by yielding to the vehicle on your right.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 5: Traffic laws / Laws Governing Right-of-Way, PDF page 18. Checked .

Question 4 of 20

You are about to drive from a private driveway across a sidewalk and into a highway. What is required?

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Correct answer: A. Stop and give way to pedestrians and vehicles already using the sidewalk or highway.

Entering from private property requires a stop and a clear path. People on the sidewalk and vehicles on the highway have priority.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 5: Traffic laws / Laws Governing Right-of-Way, PDF page 18. Checked .

Question 5 of 20

Another driver has begun passing your vehicle. Which action is prohibited until that vehicle has finished passing?

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Correct answer: C. Increasing your speed.

You must not accelerate while another vehicle is overtaking you. Easing your speed slightly can help the driver finish the pass.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 5: Traffic laws / Passing / When Someone Passes You, PDF page 20. Checked .

Question 6 of 20

Before pulling out to pass on a two-lane road, how should you check whether another vehicle is already passing you?

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Correct answer: B. Check your mirrors and turn your head to inspect the blind spot.

Mirrors leave areas you cannot see. A head check helps you detect a vehicle alongside before you move out.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 5: Traffic laws / Passing / How To Pass On A Two-Lane Road, PDF page 19. Checked .

Question 7 of 20

You have been leaving a suitable following gap in daylight. What adjustment should you make when driving at night?

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Correct answer: A. Leave a longer gap.

Darkness calls for extra space behind the vehicle ahead. Increase your following distance so you have more room to respond.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 8: Safety guidelines / Following Too Closely, PDF page 41. Checked .

Question 8 of 20

Where should you reduce your speed when approaching a curve?

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Correct answer: B. Before you start driving around it.

Set a suitable speed before the curve begins. Braking hard once you are turning can start a skid.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 8: Safety guidelines / Curves, PDF page 40. Checked .

Question 9 of 20

When backing a passenger car out of a parking space, where should you look?

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Correct answer: C. Over your right shoulder, after checking around the car.

Check the area around your car before reversing. Turn to look behind you as you back; mirrors alone are insufficient.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 5: Traffic laws / Backing Up, PDF page 22. Checked .

Question 10 of 20

When should you signal during parallel parking?

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Correct answer: A. Before entering the space and before pulling out of it.

Signal before starting to parallel park and again before leaving the space. This gives nearby drivers notice of your movement.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 5: Traffic laws / Steps to Parallel Parking, PDF page 22. Checked .

Question 11 of 20

You want to pass a motorcycle traveling ahead of you. How should you do it?

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Correct answer: B. Use a neighboring lane when a safe, lawful pass is available.

Give the rider the entire lane. Passing a motorcycle requires a separate lane rather than sharing its space.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 5: Traffic laws / Passing Motorcyclists, PDF page 20. Checked .

Question 12 of 20

While driving beside a large truck, you cannot see the driver in the truck side mirror. What should you assume?

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Correct answer: C. You are in an area the driver cannot see.

A truck has large blind areas along its sides. If the mirror does not show the driver, do not count on the driver seeing your car.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 9: Sharing the road / Sharing the Road With Commercial Motor Vehicles / Side No-Zones, PDF page 46. Checked .

Question 13 of 20

You must drive through thick fog. Which headlight setting is appropriate?

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Correct answer: B. Low beams to reduce reflected glare.

Bright beams reflect off fog and make seeing harder. Use dipped headlights and drive more slowly.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 8: Safety guidelines / Fog, PDF page 39. Checked .

Question 14 of 20

A tire suddenly blows out while you are driving. What should you do first to help keep control?

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Correct answer: A. Hold the wheel firmly and ease off the accelerator.

Keep a firm grip and let the vehicle lose speed. Wait until it has slowed substantially before trying to move onto the shoulder.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 8: Safety guidelines / Tire Blow-Out, PDF page 40. Checked .

Question 15 of 20

A prescribed medicine makes you unable to drive safely. Does the prescription make driving legal?

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Correct answer: C. No, impairment can make driving unlawful even with a prescription.

A prescription does not excuse driving while the medicine impairs you. Arrange another way to travel if you cannot operate the vehicle safely.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 5: Traffic laws / Driving Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol, PDF page 24. Checked .

Question 16 of 20

For an ordinary noncommercial driver age 21 or older, which blood-alcohol threshold establishes being under the influence in Georgia?

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Correct answer: B. 0.08%.

For drivers 21 and older, the alcohol threshold is 0.08%. This is not permission to drive at a lower level if alcohol has made driving unsafe.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 5: Traffic laws / Driving Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol, PDF page 24. Checked .

Question 17 of 20

You become drowsy during a long expressway trip. What should you do?

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Correct answer: A. Leave traffic and stop driving in a safe place.

Sleepiness is a reason to stop driving safely. Stimulants are not a dependable solution for fatigue behind the wheel.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 8: Safety guidelines / Tips For Expressway Driving, PDF page 42. Checked .

Question 18 of 20

As part of getting ready to drive, when should you fasten your seat belt?

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Correct answer: C. Before starting the engine.

Buckle up before starting the car and check that passengers are buckled too. Make this part of preparing for every trip.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 8: Safety guidelines / Entering the Car, PDF page 39. Checked .

Question 19 of 20

Which supervisor qualifies to accompany a Georgia Class CP permit holder driving a regular car?

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Correct answer: B. A capable Class C driver age 21 or older who sits beside the driver.

A Class CP permit requires a supervisor who is at least 21, licensed for Class C and able to take control. The supervisor must sit next to the learner.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 2: Obtaining a license, permit or identification card / Conditions of a Class C Instructional Permit (CP), PDF page 9. Checked .

Question 20 of 20

A driver still holds a Georgia Class D provisional license. During which hours is driving prohibited?

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Correct answer: A. Midnight to 5 a.m.

Class D driving is prohibited from midnight until 5 a.m., without exceptions. These restrictions attach to the license class.

Source: Georgia Drivers’ Manual — Section 2: Obtaining a license, permit or identification card / Conditions of a Class D Provisional License, PDF page 9. Checked .

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