Georgia Learners Test Safe Driving and Hazard Awareness 1

Question 1

When driving in fog in Georgia, you should use:

Accepted Answer

Low-beam headlights

Answer

Low-beam headlights should be used in fog because high beams reflect off fog particles and reduce visibility further.

Question 2

What is the safest way to handle a tire blowout at highway speed?

Accepted Answer

Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and steer straight

Answer

During a blowout, grip the wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator gradually, and steer straight until you can safely steer to the shoulder.

Question 3

Hydroplaning occurs when:

Accepted Answer

A layer of water builds between your tires and the road surface causing loss of traction

Answer

Hydroplaning happens when tires ride on a film of water instead of the road surface, causing the driver to lose steering and braking control.

Question 4

When you are being tailgated on a Georgia highway, the safest response is to:

Accepted Answer

Move to the right lane and let the tailgater pass

Answer

The safest response to a tailgater is to move to the right and allow them to pass, reducing the risk of a rear-end collision.

Question 5

What should you do if your accelerator sticks while driving?

Accepted Answer

Shift to neutral, brake, and pull off the road safely

Answer

If the accelerator sticks, shift into neutral to cut engine power to the wheels, apply the brakes, and steer to a safe stop.

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