NHSA - Georgia Driver's Ed Exam 2023 Graded A+

What does the acronym VIN stand for? - ANSWER-Vehicle Identification Number How long can a licensed driver live in Georgia before they need to apply for a Georgia driver's license? - ANSWER-30 Days In Georgia, when you apply for a license for the first time you must do so ______. - ANSWER-in person How early can you renew your driver's license? - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-You are not legally allowed to drive Which department has the right to cancel, suspend, or revoke your license? - ANSWER-The Department of Driver Services What happens if you are issued a license that you didn't qualify for? - ANSWER-It can be canceled What does it mean to have your license revoked? - ANSWER-Your license is terminated What class of drugs is considered "controlled substances"? - ANSWER-Both legal and illegal drugs Lending your license to someone else is a... - ANSWER-a misdemeanor It is a misdemeanor to disobey a traffic control device. - ANSWER-True It is illegal for intersections to be monitored by cameras. - ANSWER-False It is legal for a person to display or post an unofficial sign that looks like an authorized traffic sign. - ANSWER-False How can you gain the most out of the driving experience? - ANSWER-Get to know the standards and guidelines When is driving on the left side of the road permissible? - ANSWER-When trying to avoid an obstruction Typically, which side of the road should you use for passing another vehicle? - ANSWER-The left side When passing, it is illegal to come within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle? - ANSWER-200 What should you consider when determining follow distance? - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-a) Following another vehicle too closely can agitate other drivers Which statement is true about both stop and yield signs? - ANSWER-Both signs determine right-of-way A funeral procession is required to yield to... - ANSWER-law enforcement or emergency vehicles Which of these requires a license or permit to operate? - ANSWER-A moped To use an electric assistive mobility device you need a path of at least how many inches? - ANSWER-48 When would you be able to use an electric assistive mobility device? - ANSWER-On a road with a speed limit of 35 mph Personal transportation devices are allowed on roadways that have... - ANSWER-Signs posted permitting their use On which road would a low speed vehicle be permitted? - ANSWER-A road with a speed limit of 35 mph Driving aggressively or recklessly is not considered to be a serious offense - ANSWER-False Which driver would be considered to be in violation of the law? - ANSWER-A 21-year-old who has a BAC of .09 What is the legal term for intentionally or unintentionally killing someone with your vehicle? - ANSWER-Homicide by vehicle If an officer is pursuing a vehicle the only legal way to signal the car to stop is by flashing lights - ANSWER-False If you have to stop on the side of the road, what should you use to remain visible? - ANSWER-Hazard lights The lighting in your vehicle is considered to be an automatic communication device - ANSWER-False What may indicate that your brake pads need to be replaced? - ANSWER-They make a high pitched squealing sound when you step on the brake pedal When is it proper to use a car horn? - ANSWER-To prevent a collision from happening Which is a sign that an exhaust system is in disrepair? - ANSWER-A loud vibration Legally, how far must a car mirror allow a driver to see behind them? - ANSWER-200 ft It is legal to have decals on the windshield even if they obstruct your view. - ANSWER-False Legally, what is the minimum tread depth allowed for most vehicles? - ANSWER-2/32 inch Only minors can be fined for not wearing a safety belt. - ANSWER-False What is a car's "energy absorption system"? - ANSWER-A car's bumper What is true about pedestrians? - ANSWER-Pedestrians have to follow all traffic regulations When cars are present, where should pedestrians walk? - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-b) At a curve in the road It is illegal to drive in the center turning lane for more than... - ANSWER-300 feet What is the most important thing to remember about using turn signals? - ANSWER-To actually use them At a railroad crossing, a driver should stop no less than _____ feet from the nearest rail. - ANSWER-15 What should you do when approaching railroad tracks that do not have a crossing gate or signal? - ANSWER-Slow down and look for signs that indicate a train is approaching What should you remember when exiting from an alley onto a street? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-Flashing lights After exiting a school bus, children must cross the road... - ANSWER-in front of the bus Bus drivers can report vehicles violating the law concerning bus safety - ANSWER-True Which of the following is a factor in determining speed limits? - ANSWER-Engineering and traffic investigations What is the typical speed limit in an urban or residential district? - ANSWER-30 mph How far away from a fire hydrant are drivers required to park? - ANSWER-15 feet When may passengers be allowed to ride in a house trailer that is being towed? - ANSWER-Never When are drivers under the age of 18 allowed to use wireless communication devices? - ANSWER-Only in emergencies Drivers must stay at least ______feet behind emergency response vehicles. - ANSWER-200 It is okay to drive in a zigzag motion if a driver is in an empty parking lot - ANSWER-False What information must a driver provide when involved in an accident? - ANSWER-Address An accident must be reported to the proper authorities if there is damage over what amount? - ANSWER-$500 Law enforcement does not have a standard way of reporting accidents. - ANSWER-False What should a driver do if they hit an unoccupied vehicle? - ANSWER-Leave a note Altering or removing a vehicle's emission control device... - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-30 days What can happen if you fail to provide proof of financial responsibility? - ANSWER-Your license can be suspended In Georgia, what are the requirements for liability car insurance? - ANSWER-$25,000 minimum for bodily injury or death You only have to report a collision if someone is injured or killed. - ANSWER-False Driving without car insurance is a good way to save money. - ANSWER-False What is one consequence for failing to pay a fine (an unsatisfied judgement)? - ANSWER-Your license will be suspended until you pay the fine How long will a SR-22a stay on a driver's insurance policy? - ANSWER-3 years When would a driver need spot insurance? - ANSWER-When renting a vehicle Who establishes the Motorcycle Safety Training Program? - ANSWER-The Department of Driver Services What is the purpose of the Motorcycle Safety Training Program? - ANSWER-To promote the safe use of motorcycles The instructors of the Motorcycle Safety Training program are experienced riders that have been trained to teach students effectively. - ANSWER-True What is a misdemeanor? - ANSWER-A crime that is not as serious as a felony but that can still result in fines and an arrest What is true about challenging a misdemeanor conviction? - ANSWER-It must be filed within 180 days of the final conviction What does TADRA stand for? - ANSWER-Teenage & Adult Driver Responsibility Act Under TADRA, how many steps are there before receiving a full driver's license? - ANSWER-3 What did Joshua's law change? - ANSWER-How teenagers could get their intermediate License When passing, it is illegal to come within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle? - ANSWER-200 When stopping at a railroad crossing, how far should you be from the nearest rail of the railroad? - ANSWER-At least 15 feet away What is the typical speed limit in an urban or residential district? - ANSWER-30 mph If a vehicle is parked along the roadway how close should it be to the curb? - ANSWER-Within 12 inches What is the minimum distance required between a parked car and a fire hydrant? - ANSWER-15 feet What are pre-driving procedures? - ANSWER-Tasks performed before and after entering your vehicle What is the goal of pre-driving procedures? - ANSWER-To prepare yourself, your vehicle, and any passengers for travel To properly manage operating space, during starting procedures you must _______. - ANSWER-Adjust your vehicle's mirrors What is the purpose of the instrument panel? - ANSWER-It contains warning lights and gauges If the oil pressure lights stays on what does it mean? - ANSWER-Oil is low or the pressure relief valve is stuck What happens if you gradually accelerate? - ANSWER-It allows the engine to transition gears smoothly What does the alternator warning light mean? - ANSWER-The vehicle may need a new battery How do properly positioned mirrors help the driver? - ANSWER-They help the driver see all around the car What is involved in securing your vehicle? - ANSWER-Locking your doors, closing windows, and making sure your vehicle won't move If the oil pressure warning light stays on what can it mean? - ANSWER-Oil is low or the pressure relief valve is stuck What are the effects of gradually accelerating a vehicle? - ANSWER-It allows the engine to transition gears smoothly What does the alternator warning light mean when lit? - ANSWER-The vehicle may need a new battery Properly positioned mirrors help the driver see ______. - ANSWER-all around the car What determines your stopping distance? - ANSWER-The weight and size of your vehicle as well as the speed that you are traveling A car can hydroplane in as little as... - ANSWER-1/10 of an inch of water Which of the following is true about gravity? - ANSWER-It is the force that pulls you towards Earth A car remains in one place on a flat surface because of gravity. - ANSWER-True When you are driving, the force of gravity... - ANSWER-can work against you or in your favor What should you do when you park facing downhill? - ANSWER-Turn your wheels toward the curb What is inertia? - ANSWER-A resistance to change a state of motion An unbalanced force is needed to change an object's state of inertia. - ANSWER-True Which statement about seat belts is true? - ANSWER-They keep you safe and in your seat by counteracting the effects of inertia If seat belts aren't worn during a collision you... - ANSWER-could be hurled out of the car What is potential energy? - ANSWER-It is energy stored in an object due to its height above the ground What is the energy of motion called? - ANSWER-Kinetic energy Kinetic energy is determined by an object's ... - ANSWER-mass and velocity If you triple your speed, you will need... - ANSWER-nine times the stopping distance What happens to kinetic energy wen you use the brakes? - ANSWER-It is converted to heat energy through friction caused by braking What is friction? - ANSWER-The force between materials as they pass each other When you turn your steering wheel, the _________ create friction so you can turn. - ANSWER-front tires What happens if you exceed the available friction? - ANSWER-You can lose control of your vehicle The faster you are travelling, the ________ you will need to stop. - ANSWER-more friction In how many ways does friction help your vehicle to stop? - ANSWER-2 Under normal driving conditions what kind of friction helps to slow your vehicle? - ANSWER-Static What happens to the friction between your tires and the road when you slam on the brakes? - ANSWER-It could change from static to kinetic What is the part of the tire surface tha touches the roadway called? - ANSWER-Tread A well-maintained vehicle and good tires will compensate for poor road conditions. - ANSWER-False Aggressive driving can lead to ___________. - ANSWER-excessive wear on parts What can be said about maintenance problems? - ANSWER-They can cause uneven wear on tire tread Which road surface has the least traction? - ANSWER-Gravel Proper lubrication reduces damage and heat caused by... - ANSWER-too much friction Centrifugal force affects your vehicle but not the things in it. - ANSWER-False Centrifugal force is a... - ANSWER-display of inertia. What three things affect centrifugal force? - ANSWER-Mass, speed, radius The tires you choose to put on your car... - ANSWER-should be well suited to the roads you drive on The less friction, the less likely you are to turn a corner successfuly. - ANSWER-True What is force of impact? - ANSWER-The force generated when objects meet A vehicle's kinetic energy is directly proportional to what? - ANSWER-Its speed