Driver-s permit GA Questions with Solutions 2024

Driver-s permit GA Questions with Solutions 2024 The three most basic traffic laws require drivers to: 1. Obey traffic control devices (lights and signs). 2. Obey the traffic directions of a law enforcement officer or firefighter, even if it goes against what the traffic control devices tell you to do. 3. Never drive on a roadway that has been closed for construction, for the purpose of a special event, or for any other official reason. Traffic laws are necessary: to prevent crashes by defining the orderly movement of vehicles, pedestrians, and other users of public highways. -exist for your safety; failure to obey them can result in crashes that may seriously injure or kill you or others. What is "Right-of-Way"?(5) A phrase used to describe who has the lawful authority to: -enter a roadway -change lanes within a roadway -make a turn from a roadway -travel through an intersection -make any other traffic related movement. Georgia law establishes what in all situations? Who should always understand the rules of right of way and remember that it is something to be given not taken?(3) right of way -Vehicle drivers (including bicyclists) and pedestrians should always understand the rules related to right-of-way, and remember that right-of-way is something to be given, not taken. In what instances should you as a driver or pedestrian have the legal right-of-way over someone else? When the other person does NOT realize it and is not obeying the rules of the road. In those instances, the right-of-way should be yielded in order to prevent a crash. Most common situations in which right-of-way questions are faced in real life:(3) -When traveling on a roadway that intersects with another roadway, if you are faced with a stop sign, but other traffic is not, you may proceed only after stopping and yielding the right-of-way to any other vehicle or pedestrian either in the intersection, or so close to the intersection as to make it dangerous to travel through the intersection -At intersections where there are no stop signs, yield signs or other traffic signals, if two vehicles come to the intersection at the same time, the driver of the vehicle on the left must yield to the driver of the vehicle on the right -At a four-way intersection where all drivers are faced with stop signs, all drivers must yield to pedestrians; otherwise the vehicles should proceed through the intersection in a "first to arrive, first to proceed order." If two vehicles reach the intersection at approximately the same time, yield to any vehicles on your right. Imp. points to remember for laws governing right-of way: -Take your turn when it comes if it is safe to do so; do not unnecessarily delay traffic. -If another driver tries to take your turn, even if you have the right-of-way, let the other driver proceed. It might prevent a traffic crash. -Care, courtesy and common sense should govern your actions. When making a left turn at an intersection, or into an alley or driveway yield the right-of-way to all traffic coming from the opposite direction. When approaching a yield sign slow down to a safe speed and be prepared to stop. If necessary, stop and only proceed when it is safe to do so -When the roadway you are traveling on is merging into other traffic without stopping, -If traffic from another roadway is merging into the roadway you are traveling on, -If it is not possible to change lanes away from the merging traffic, -adjust your speed and vehicle position to allow you to merge into the new lane safely. -safely change lanes away from the merging traffic if possible. -adjust your speed and vehicle position to safely allow the traffic to merge At intersections with traffic control lights, -Do not proceed "just because" wait until the intersection is clear of traffic or approaching traffic before entering. -you have the green light If you are about to enter or cross a highway from an alley, private road or highway, you must stop and yield the right-of-way to all other pedestrians and vehicles already traveling on the roadway or sidewalk you are entering or crossing If emergency vehicles are using their emergency lights (blue or red) and sirens, -You should do what to ur vehicle and move over to where? -If that's not possible how should u move ur vehicle? -What should u always use to ensure that you do not endanger other motorists, bicyclists, or pedestrians while doing so? -Do not position your vehicle so that safely maneuver your vehicle out of their way. -slow down and move over to the shoulder of the road - as far to the right of the roadway or lane as you can, and stop -caution -it blocks an intersection or otherwise prevents the emergency vehicle from making a necessary turn Yield to ALL? Unless what? When may u proceed only?(3 actions) maintenance vehicles and workers in a construction zone -Unless a sign posted at that intersection prohibits doing so, it is permissible to make a "right turn on red" at an intersection controlled by a traffic control light. -After making a complete stop, yielding to all traffic and pedestrians, and making the determination that you can safely complete the turn Unless a sign posted at that intersection prohibits doing so, it is permissible to what? When may you proceed only? make a "left turn on red" from the left lane of a one-way street onto a one-way street on which the traffic moves toward the driver's left. -After making a complete stop, yielding to all traffic and stopping for pedestrians, and making the determination that you can safely complete the turn; -When a school bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children, -When these flashing yellow lights are activated -All drivers should -Once the flashing lights have turned red and the stop signs have extended from the side of the bus, it is unlawful for -On a highway divided by a median, -However drivers should remain attentive for -the driver of the bus will activate flashing yellow lights. -all drivers approaching the school bus should slow down and be prepared to stop. -pay special attention to children who may be walking along or crossing the roadway. -any vehicle to pass the stopped school bus while it is loading or unloading passengers. -cars traveling on the opposite side from the stopped school bus are not required to stop -children walking along or crossing the roadway How To Pass On A Two-Lane Road: -Wait for a passing zone(indicated by striped lines to the right of the center line of the roadway) to begin -Look ahead along the roadway to determine the length of the passing zone and if there is traffic approaching from the opposite direction. -Before leaving your lane to begin passing, check your rear view and side mirrors, and turn your head and look back to check your "blind spot." Be certain that no one is passing you -Activate your left turn signal as you begin passing -Pass on the left and do not return to the right lane until your vehicle is safely clear of the overtaken vehicle -Wait until you can see the car you have just passed in your rear view mirror -Activate your right turn signal before returning to the right lane. Be sure to turn your signal off once you have returned to the right lane. If the line nearest your vehicle is solid on a two-lane road, you are not in what kind of zone? a passing zone. You must what 2 factors to execute your passing maneuver and return your vehicle completely to the right lane before the passing zone ends, before entering an intersection, and before oncoming traffic is within 200 feet of your vehicle? have sufficient time and space Passing is prohibited on two-lane roads:(7) -In areas marked by a solid yellow line on the right of the center line, or a "Do Not Pass" sign, or double yellow lines -Within 100 feet of a railroad crossing - Within 100 feet of a bridge, viaduct or tunnel -When a car approaching from the opposite direction makes passing unsafe or will be within 200 feet of your vehicle prior to the completion of a passing maneuver -On a hill or curve where it is not possible to see oncoming vehicles which might be close enough to be a hazard -On the shoulder of the road -When a school bus is stopped to load or unload passengers. Passing is Permitted When: (4) • Lawfully overtaking and passing another vehicle going in the same direction; • An obstruction makes it necessary to drive to the left of the center line, but only after yielding to oncoming traffic; • A roadway includes two or more marked lanes in the same direction; • A roadway with more than one lane is restricted to one-way traffic. Upon a multi-lane, two way highway, you must never drive to the left of the center line except when authorized to do so by traffic control signals or signs or when making a left turn into an alley, private road or driveway. Passing On The Right: Passing Stopped Cars Whenever any vehicle is stopped to permit a pedestrian to cross the roadway at a marked crosswalk or at any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, the driver of any other vehicle approaching from the rear shall not overtake and pass the stopped vehicle. When stopping to allow a pedestrian to cross in front of you, leave sufficient room between your vehicle and the crosswalk so that approaching traffic can see the entirety of the crosswalk. Slow down and prepare to stop if you are approaching an intersection where other vehicles are stopped, even though the traffic control devices indicate they are authorized to proceed. If they are stopped because they are allowing -You may pass on the right of another vehicle which is making or about to make a left turn if there is sufficient pavement width for both your vehicle and the vehicle making the left turn -You may also pass on the right when traveling on a multi-lane highway carrying two or more lanes of traffic in the same direction. When someone passes you what must you do to be courteous and what is unlawful? Also, what do u do when a driver behind u is overtaking ur vehicle. be alert for any unsafe actions by the other driver. -It is considered courteous to reduce your speed slightly, making it easier for the other vehicle to pass you. -It is unlawful to increase your speed before you have been passed completely by the overtaking vehicle. Passing Stopped Cars (2) -Whenever any vehicle is stopped to permit a pedestrian to cross the roadway at a marked crosswalk or at any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, the driver of any other vehicle approaching from the rear shall not overtake and pass the stopped vehicle. When stopping to allow a pedestrian to cross in front of you, leave sufficient room between your vehicle and the crosswalk so that approaching traffic can see the entirety of the crosswalk. -Slow down and prepare to stop if you are approaching an intersection where other vehicles are stopped, even though the traffic control devices indicate they are authorized to proceed. If they are stopped because they are allowing a pedestrian to cross the roadway, their vehicle may block your view of the pedestrian. Passing Bicyclists Bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities on the road as motorists. -They are permitted to travel in the center of the traffic lane if there are safety hazards on the right side of the road (such as parked cars or debris) or if the lane is too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to share. -Pass bicyclists with caution, treating them as you would any other vehicle and according to Georgia law. -The law requires a driver to allow at least how many feet between the driver and bicyclist when passing. -If it is not safe to leave three feet of space, the driver should 3 feet -wait until it is safe to pass the bicyclist. Bicycle lanes are not passing lanes and should never be used to pass another motor vehicle. Passing Motorcyclists (3) -A motorcyclist legally occupies the full width of a single lane when traveling. -When passing a motorcyclist, a driver must pass in an adjacent lane. -Drivers are not permitted to occupy the same lane as a motorcyclist while passing them. weaving It is unlawful to weave from one lane of traffic to another in order to move faster than the flow of traffic. A motorist may change lanes on a multi-lane highway and pass slower moving vehicles only when it is safe to do so. A driver's signaling to change lanes should be clearly indicated so as to warn vehicles of the movement Turn Signals and Making Turns Safely (5) -Turn movements by motor vehicles are regulated by law, and failure to observe or comply is a violation. -Drivers must know and understand the law in order to turn safely and avoid crashes. -A turn signal must be given whenever a turn is made to the right or the left. -You must give a continuous turn signal for an adequate distance to alert other drivers before turning. -Never decide to make a turn at the "last minute." Turning quickly or erratically can be dangerous to you and other drivers. what are the 3 turn signals? Stop, left, right. Illegal Signals It is against the law to flash turn signals as a courtesy or "do pass" signal to other drivers in the rear. How To Make A Right Turn (3) -Use appropriate signals; active ur right turn signal. -Approach the intersection in the right lane, staying as close as practicable to the curb or edge of the roadway. -Make the turn in such a way as to end up in the right lane of the street into which you have turned and avoid entering any other lane of traffic. To make a right turn: If there is a bicycle lane on the road on which you are traveling, you must yield to bicyclists traveling straight through the intersection before making a right turn To make a right turn: If there are multiple turning lanes on the street you are turning from, complete the turn so that your vehicle ends up in the corresponding lane on the street you are turning onto How to make a left turn(8) • Using appropriate signals, and giving drivers ahead of and behind you adequate notice, activate your left turn signal; • Move into the far left lane of the direction in which you are traveling, or into the turning lane if one is provided; • Keep your wheels straight until you begin making the turn; • Yield the right-of-way to all vehicles, including bicycles, which are approaching from the opposite direction, and pedestrians crossing either roadway; • When safe to do so, and when traffic signals/ signs permit, make your turn so that your vehicle ends up in the lane closest to the center lane(s) in your direction of traffic on the street you turned onto, or closest to the center line if there is no center lane; • If there are multiple turning lanes on the street you are turning from, complete the turn so that your vehicle ends up in the corresponding lane on the street you are turning onto; • Once you have entered an intersection to make a left turn, you cannot change lanes in the intersection; • You must stop and remain stopped for any pedestrians in the crosswalk of the road you are turning onto until they have cleared the lanes of traffic that you are traveling on. Watching for Pedestrians When Making Turns At most intersections where there is a pedestrian signal, the "Walk" signal of the crossing street corresponds to the green light of the roadway you are traveling on. This means that when you are authorized to turn, pedestrians are authorized to cross the street onto which you are turning at the same time. Therefore, before making your turn, you must stop and remain stopped for any pedestrians in the crosswalk of the road onto which you wish to turn until they have cleared the lanes of traffic upon which you are traveling. U-Turns Do not make a U-turn on a curve or near the top of a hill if you cannot be seen by other drivers approaching from either direction. Do not make a U-turn where signs prohibit doing so.