NHSA - Georgia Driver-s Ed Questions and Answers Graded A+

NHSA - Georgia Driver-s Ed Questions and Answers Graded A+ What does the acronym VIN stand for? Vehicle Identification Number How long can a licensed driver live in Georgia before they need to apply for a Georgia driver's license? 30 Days In Georgia, when you apply for a license for the first time you must do so ______. in person How early can you renew your driver's license? Up to 150 days before it expires If your license expires, which of the following is true? a) You can still drive for 30 days b) You have a two-week window to renew it c) You are not legally allowed to drive You are not legally allowed to drive Which department has the right to cancel, suspend, or revoke your license? The Department of Driver Services What happens if you are issued a license that you didn't qualify for? It can be canceled What does it mean to have your license revoked? Your license is terminated What class of drugs is considered "controlled substances"? Both legal and illegal drugs Lending your license to someone else is a... a misdemeanor It is a misdemeanor to disobey a traffic control device. True It is illegal for intersections to be monitored by cameras. False It is legal for a person to display or post an unofficial sign that looks like an authorized traffic sign. False How can you gain the most out of the driving experience? Get to know the standards and guidelines When is driving on the left side of the road permissible? When trying to avoid an obstruction Typically, which side of the road should you use for passing another vehicle? The left side When passing, it is illegal to come within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle? 200 What should you consider when determining follow distance? Road conditions Which of these statements is true? a) Following another vehicle too closely can agitate other drivers b) Following another vehicle too closely is a good way to communicate with the other driver c) Following another vehicle too closely is an effective way to travel in heavy traffic a) Following another vehicle too closely can agitate other drivers Which statement is true about both stop and yield signs? Both signs determine right-of-way A funeral procession is required to yield to... law enforcement or emergency vehicles Which of these requires a license or permit to operate? A moped To use an electric assistive mobility device you need a path of at least how many inches? 48 When would you be able to use an electric assistive mobility device? On a road with a speed limit of 35 mph Personal transportation devices are allowed on roadways that have... Signs posted permitting their use On which road would a low speed vehicle be permitted? A road with a speed limit of 35 mph Driving aggressively or recklessly is not considered to be a serious offense False Which driver would be considered to be in violation of the law? A 21-year-old who has a BAC of .09 What is the legal term for intentionally or unintentionally killing someone with your vehicle? Homicide by vehicle If an officer is pursuing a vehicle the only legal way to signal the car to stop is by flashing lights False If you have to stop on the side of the road, what should you use to remain visible? Hazard lights The lighting in your vehicle is considered to be an automatic communication device False What may indicate that your brake pads need to be replaced? They make a high pitched squealing sound when you step on the brake pedal When is it proper to use a car horn? To prevent a collision from happening Which is a sign that an exhaust system is in disrepair? A loud vibration Legally, how far must a car mirror allow a driver to see behind them? 200 ft It is legal to have decals on the windshield even if they obstruct your view. False Legally, what is the minimum tread depth allowed for most vehicles? 2/32 inch Only minors can be fined for not wearing a safety belt. False What is a car's "energy absorption system"? A car's bumper What is true about pedestrians? Pedestrians have to follow all traffic regulations When cars are present, where should pedestrians walk? On a sidewalk or shoulder In which situation are U-turns never allowed? a) When crossing multiple lanes to complete the u-turn b) At a curve in the road c) At any stop sign b) At a curve in the road It is illegal to drive in the center turning lane for more than... 300 feet What is the most important thing to remember about using turn signals? To actually use them At a railroad crossing, a driver should stop no less than _____ feet from the nearest rail. 15 What should you do when approaching railroad tracks that do not have a crossing gate or signal? Slow down and look for signs that indicate a train is approaching What should you remember when exiting from an alley onto a street? That you must yield to pedestrians What is one way that a school bus driver will inform other drivers that they need to stop because children are getting off the bus? Flashing lights After exiting a school bus, children must cross the road... in front of the bus Bus drivers can report vehicles violating the law concerning bus safety True Which of the following is a factor in determining speed limits? Engineering and traffic investigations What is the typical speed limit in an urban or residential district? 30 mph How far away from a fire hydrant are drivers required to park? 15 feet When may passengers be allowed to ride in a house trailer that is being towed? Never When are drivers under the age of 18 allowed to use wireless communication devices? Only in emergencies Drivers must stay at least ______feet behind emergency response vehicles. 200 It is okay to drive in a zigzag motion if a driver is in an empty parking lot False What information must a driver provide when involved in an accident? Address An accident must be reported to the proper authorities if there is damage over what amount? $500 Law enforcement does not have a standard way of reporting accidents. False What should a driver do if they hit an unoccupied vehicle? Leave a note Altering or removing a vehicle's emission control device... should only be done when making repairs, replacing it, or converting it to a lower emission device If your car does not pass a safety inspection, how long do you have to get it fixed? 30 days What can happen if you fail to provide proof of financial responsibility? Your license can be suspended