Georgia DDS Knowledge Exam (Learners Permit Test) — Questions and Answers

Question 1: What is the speed limit in a school zone in Georgia when children are present?

25 mph
15 mph
20 mph (Correct answer)
30 mph

Correct answer: 20 mph

Georgia law sets the school zone speed limit at 20 mph when children are present.

Question 2: In Georgia, a first-offense DUI conviction can result in:

A permanent license revocation
License suspension, fine, and possible jail time (Correct answer)
Only community service
A warning and fine only

Correct answer: License suspension, fine, and possible jail time

A first DUI conviction in Georgia can result in license suspension (up to one year), fines, required DUI school, and up to one year in jail.

Question 3: A sign showing a curved arrow pointing to the right means:

A right-turn-only lane begins here
Turn right at the next intersection
The right lane is closed ahead
A sharp curve to the right is ahead (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A sharp curve to the right is ahead

A curved arrow on a yellow warning sign indicates the road ahead curves in the direction the arrow is pointing.

Question 4: What does a sign showing a truck on a downward slope warn drivers about?

A truck stop is ahead
A loading zone for trucks
Trucks are prohibited on this road
A steep downgrade where brakes may overheat (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A steep downgrade where brakes may overheat

The truck on a downgrade sign warns that the road ahead has a steep hill where truck brakes can overheat.

Question 5: What does orange and red sign of this shape means?

The vehicle has the right-of-way
Slow -moving vehicle (Correct answer)
Yield to cross-traffic
Emergency vehicle ahead

Correct answer: Slow -moving vehicle

An orange fluorescent or red reflective triangular sign mounted on the rear of a vehicle indicates that it is a slow-moving vehicle, typically traveling at 25 mph or less. This sign warns other drivers to reduce their speed and approach with caution. It is crucial for preventing rear-end collisions with farm equipment or other slow vehicles.

Question 6: What does a pennant-shaped sign mean?

Road narrows
Merge ahead
Speed limit ahead
No passing zone (Correct answer)

Correct answer: No passing zone

A pennant-shaped (triangular) yellow sign indicates a no-passing zone — it is always placed on the left side of the road.

Question 7: At a T-intersection where a minor road meets a major road without signs or signals, who must yield?

The driver making a left turn always has the right-of-way
Drivers on the minor road must yield to through traffic on the major road (Correct answer)
Both drivers must stop and flip a coin
Drivers on the major road yield to drivers on the minor road

Correct answer: Drivers on the minor road must yield to through traffic on the major road

At a T-intersection, the driver on the terminating (minor) road must yield to vehicles traveling on the through (major) road.

Question 8: When making a U-turn at an intersection, you must yield to:

No one — U-turns are always permitted on green
Only pedestrians in the crosswalk
Only cyclists and motorcyclists
All oncoming vehicles and pedestrians (Correct answer)

Correct answer: All oncoming vehicles and pedestrians

A U-turn requires you to cross oncoming lanes, so you must yield to all oncoming vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists before completing the maneuver.

Question 9: Which of the following is true of vehicles with a diamond-shaped sign (indicating a hazardous load)?

They are not allowed to drive on freeways
They must stop before crossing railroad tracks (Correct answer)
They always have the right-of-way
They are not allowed to exceed 35 mph

Correct answer: They must stop before crossing railroad tracks

Vehicles transporting hazardous materials, identified by a diamond-shaped sign, are subject to stringent safety regulations due to the potential dangers they pose. One critical rule requires these vehicles to stop before crossing railroad tracks. This precaution allows the driver to thoroughly check for approaching trains, preventing potentially catastrophic incidents involving dangerous cargo.

Question 10: In Georgia, a second DUI conviction within 10 years is classified as:

An automatic felony
A misdemeanor with no license suspension
A first offense if more than 5 years have passed
A second offense with enhanced penalties including longer suspension (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A second offense with enhanced penalties including longer suspension

A second DUI within 10 years in Georgia is a misdemeanor with enhanced penalties including a longer license suspension, higher fines, and mandatory jail time.

Question 11: How far before a turn must you activate your turn signal in Georgia?

100 feet (Correct answer)
50 feet
200 feet
300 feet

Correct answer: 100 feet

Georgia law requires activating your turn signal at least 100 feet before making a turn.

Question 12: What does this road sign mean?

Railroad crossing (Correct answer)
Three-way intersection
Crossroad
Stop if traffic is approaching

Correct answer: Railroad crossing

A yellow circular sign with a black 'X' and the letters 'RR' indicates an upcoming railroad crossing. This sign serves as an advance warning to drivers to be prepared to stop for trains. It is crucial to look both ways and proceed only when it is safe and clear of any approaching trains, as trains always have the right-of-way.

Question 13: A red circle with a red slash over a symbol means:

Proceed with caution
The road ahead is closed
The action shown is prohibited (Correct answer)
Slow down for the condition shown

Correct answer: The action shown is prohibited

A red circle with a diagonal slash (prohibition sign) means the action depicted inside is not allowed.

Question 14: What should you do when you encounter orange construction signs and cones on a roadway?

Change lanes and keep your current speed.
Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead (Correct answer)
Speed up to avoid rubbernecking.
Slow down because the lane ends ahead

Correct answer: Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead

Orange construction signs and cones are used to mark work zones and alert drivers to potential hazards. They signify that there may be workers, construction equipment, uneven pavement, or altered traffic patterns ahead. Drivers should slow down, be extra vigilant, and follow all posted instructions to ensure safety for themselves and construction personnel.

Question 15: High-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes in Georgia are reserved for vehicles with:

Only commercial vehicles
Vehicles with valid NAVL passes only
Only hybrid or electric vehicles
Two or more occupants (unless otherwise posted) (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Two or more occupants (unless otherwise posted)

HOV lanes in Georgia require a minimum of two occupants per vehicle unless a sign specifies a different requirement.

Question 16: When entering a freeway, you should check traffic using:

Only your rearview mirrors
Only your left side-view mirror
The inside and outside mirrors only
All mirrors and turning your head (Correct answer)

Correct answer: All mirrors and turning your head

When entering a freeway, it is essential to have a comprehensive awareness of surrounding traffic to merge safely. Relying solely on mirrors can leave blind spots, so drivers must use all mirrors (rearview and side-view) and perform a head check (shoulder check) to confirm there are no vehicles in these unseen areas. This thorough check ensures a safe transition into high-speed traffic.

Question 17: When must you use your headlights in Georgia?

Only during rain or fog
Only between midnight and 4 a.m.
From sunset to sunrise and whenever visibility is less than 500 feet (Correct answer)
Whenever traveling on the interstate

Correct answer: From sunset to sunrise and whenever visibility is less than 500 feet

Georgia requires headlights from sunset to sunrise and any time visibility conditions reduce sight to less than 500 feet.

Question 18: When you see a sign with an 'H' in a circle, it indicates:

A hospital is located in this direction (Correct answer)
Hazardous materials are transported on this route
A highway interchange is ahead
A rest area with handicap facilities is nearby

Correct answer: A hospital is located in this direction

A sign with an 'H' in a circle is used to direct drivers to a nearby hospital.

Question 19: This red and white sign signifies:

You cannot make a U-turn when you see this sign
The road ahead is closed to traffic in all directions
Do not enter the road ahead unless it is safe to do so.
The road ahead is closed to traffic in your direction (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The road ahead is closed to traffic in your direction

A red and white 'DO NOT ENTER' sign, typically a square with a white horizontal bar, indicates that traffic is prohibited from entering the roadway from that direction. This sign is commonly used on one-way streets or exit ramps to prevent wrong-way driving. It means the road ahead is closed to traffic traveling in your current direction.

Question 20: In Georgia, driving with a suspended license is:

A criminal misdemeanor (Correct answer)
A civil infraction only
Punishable by points only
Only illegal if stopped for another violation

Correct answer: A criminal misdemeanor

Driving with a suspended or revoked license in Georgia is a criminal misdemeanor that can result in fines and jail time.

Question 21: What maneuvers can you perfrom from the center lane?

Make U-turns
Pass slower-moving traffic
All of the above
Make left turns (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Make left turns

A center lane, often marked by solid yellow lines on the outside and dashed yellow lines on the inside, is typically a 'two-way left turn lane.' Its primary purpose is to allow vehicles traveling in opposite directions to make left turns without impeding through traffic. It is not intended for passing slower-moving traffic or making U-turns in most jurisdictions.

Question 22: When approaching a horse and rider on a Georgia road, you should:

Flash your headlights as a warning
Slow down, give wide berth, and avoid sudden noises (Correct answer)
Honk to warn the rider of your approach
Maintain speed but move to the far lane

Correct answer: Slow down, give wide berth, and avoid sudden noises

Horses can be spooked by loud noises and sudden movements — slow down, leave wide space, and avoid honking or revving the engine.

Question 23: In Georgia, what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is per se illegal for drivers under 21?

0.08%
0.00%
0.04%
0.02% (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 0.02%

Georgia's zero-tolerance law makes a BAC of 0.02% or higher illegal for drivers under 21.

Question 24: A blue rectangular sign on the highway typically provides information about:

Services such as gas, food, and lodging (Correct answer)
Upcoming construction zones
Speed limits and traffic rules
State and county boundaries

Correct answer: Services such as gas, food, and lodging

Blue signs on highways direct drivers to motorist services such as gas stations, restaurants, and rest areas.

Question 25: A sign showing two arrows merging into one indicates:

Two lanes of traffic are merging into one (Correct answer)
A divided highway ends ahead
A lane ends and traffic must merge
An intersection with two roads

Correct answer: Two lanes of traffic are merging into one

The merging traffic sign warns that two separate roadways are coming together, requiring drivers to adjust their speed and position.

Question 26: What does a yellow pennant-shaped sign on the left side of the road mean?

School zone warning
Yield to oncoming traffic
No passing zone begins here (Correct answer)
Speed limit increases ahead

Correct answer: No passing zone begins here

The pennant-shaped yellow sign marks the beginning of a no-passing zone and is always placed on the left side of the road.

Question 27: A sign with a 'T' symbol inside indicates:

Turn only lanes are marked ahead
Traffic will split into two directions ahead
The road you are on ends at a T-intersection ahead (Correct answer)
A toll booth is located ahead

Correct answer: The road you are on ends at a T-intersection ahead

The T-intersection sign warns that the road you are traveling ends ahead and you will need to turn left or right.

Question 28: This sign warns you that you are approaching:

A crosswalk
A railroad crossing (Correct answer)
An intersection
A blasting zone

Correct answer: A railroad crossing

A yellow circular sign with a black 'X' and the letters 'RR' is the standard warning sign for an upcoming railroad crossing. It alerts drivers to the presence of train tracks ahead, prompting them to slow down, look for trains, and be prepared to stop if necessary. This sign is crucial for preventing collisions with trains.

Question 29: What should you do when you see a solid yellow center line on your side of the road?

Pass only during daylight hours
Pass only if the opposite lane is clear
Pass at reduced speed
Do not pass (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Do not pass

A solid yellow line on your side means passing is prohibited from that direction.

Question 30: An intersection has a stop sign and a crosswalk, but there is no stop line; you must stop:

50 feet before the intersection
With your front wheels in the crosswalk
Before the crosswalk (Correct answer)
Where you think the stop line would be

Correct answer: Before the crosswalk

When an intersection has a stop sign and a crosswalk but no stop line, drivers are legally required to stop before the crosswalk. This rule ensures that the crosswalk remains clear for pedestrians and prevents vehicles from obstructing their path. Stopping in the crosswalk is illegal and creates a hazard for anyone trying to cross.

Georgia DDS Knowledge Exam (Learners Permit Test)

The Georgia Department of Driver Services knowledge exam tests applicants on road signs and road rules required to obtain a learners permit. Applicants must pass both the Road Signs and Road Rules sections with a minimum score of 75% each.

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35 min

Time Limit

75%

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