Georgia Learners Test Georgia Learners (Road Signs) 5 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A 'DIVIDED HIGHWAY BEGINS' sign means:
- The road ahead splits into two separate one-way roads divided by a median (Correct answer)
- A lane will be added to the highway ahead
- The highway ahead requires a toll
- The speed limit increases on the divided section
Correct answer: The road ahead splits into two separate one-way roads divided by a median
This sign alerts drivers that the road ahead divides into two separate roadways separated by a median or barrier, requiring drivers to keep right.
Question 2: What does a sign with a downward-pointing arrow between two upward-pointing arrows mean?
- You are approaching a traffic circle
- You are in a lane that allows travel in both directions
- A reversible lane is ahead — check signals for direction (Correct answer)
- A passing lane is available in the center
Correct answer: A reversible lane is ahead — check signals for direction
This sign indicates a reversible lane where the direction of traffic can change; overhead signals indicate which direction is currently allowed.
Question 3: A white sign reading 'ROAD CLOSED' means:
- The road has a weight limit for certain vehicles
- No vehicles are permitted beyond this point on this road (Correct answer)
- The road is restricted to local traffic only
- Temporary lane restrictions are in effect
Correct answer: No vehicles are permitted beyond this point on this road
A 'Road Closed' sign means the road is completely blocked to all through traffic and drivers must turn around or find an alternate route.
Question 4: What does a sign with a 'P' and a downward arrow indicate?
- Parking is prohibited in this area
- Parking is available ahead or below (in a structure) (Correct answer)
- A pedestrian zone begins here
- A rest area with parking is one mile ahead
Correct answer: Parking is available ahead or below (in a structure)
A parking sign with a 'P' and downward arrow directs drivers to available parking ahead or to a parking structure below or nearby.
Question 5: A sign showing an arrow curving sharply in a U-shape warns of:
- A hairpin or U-turn curve ahead requiring significant speed reduction (Correct answer)
- A U-turn is permitted at this location
- A turnaround area is provided ahead for vehicles
- An on-ramp merges from the left ahead
Correct answer: A hairpin or U-turn curve ahead requiring significant speed reduction
A hairpin curve sign warns drivers of an extremely sharp curve ahead that requires a significant reduction in speed to navigate safely.
Question 6: What does an 'ADDED LANE' sign tell you?
- Traffic must merge into fewer lanes ahead
- A new lane is being added from a ramp, so merging is not required (Correct answer)
- The speed limit is higher in the added lane
- A lane is reserved for high-occupancy vehicles only
Correct answer: A new lane is being added from a ramp, so merging is not required
An 'Added Lane' sign means a lane is being added to the roadway from an entering ramp and merging is not required since there is enough room for both lanes.
Question 7: A sign depicting an arrow pointing down into a wavy horizontal line typically warns of:
- A dip or low area in the road that may collect water (Correct answer)
- Speed bumps are ahead in a residential zone
- A soft shoulder — do not drive on the edge
- A tunnel with a low clearance ahead
Correct answer: A dip or low area in the road that may collect water
The dip sign warns drivers of a low spot in the road that may be rough to drive over and can collect water after rain.
A 'DIVIDED HIGHWAY BEGINS' sign means: