Georgia DDS Permit Test: 2026 Guide
The Georgia DDS Learner's Permit Knowledge Exam has 40 questions, and you need 30 correct answers (75%) to pass. It has 2 parts: Road Signs (20 questions, 15 correct to pass) and Road Rules (20 questions, 15 correct to pass). The test fee is $10 permit fee. The questions are based on the Georgia Driver's Manual. Try 10 free sample questions below, or take the full 40-question Georgia practice test.
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Georgia DDS Permit Test at a glance
| Official name | Georgia DDS Learner's Permit Knowledge Exam |
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| Questions | 40 (Road Signs: 20, Road Rules: 20) |
| Pass mark | 30 of 40 (75%); 15 of 20 in Road Signs, 15 of 20 in Road Rules |
| Test fee | $10 permit fee |
| Time | Approx. 40 minutes |
| Minimum age | 15 |
| Official handbook | Georgia Driver's Manual |
| Official page | Georgia licensing office |
| Free practice test | 40 questions with answers |
Getting Your Georgia Learner's Permit: Your 4-Step Checklist
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Step 1: Are You Eligible for a Permit?
- Applicants must be at least 15 years old.
- You are required to pass a vision screening.
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Step 2: What ID Do I Need?
You need proof of identity (like a birth certificate), Social Security number, and two proofs of Georgia residency.
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Step 3: How Much Does the Test Cost?
The fee for the learner's permit, which includes the knowledge exam, is $10.
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Step 4: Understanding the Test Format
The Knowledge Exam has two parts, and you must pass both independently:
- 20 questions on Road Signs (pass with 15/20)
- 20 questions on Road Rules (pass with 15/20)
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Step 5: Learner's Permit Rules & Restrictions
As a learner's permit holder, you must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old and seated beside you.
Free Georgia practice questions
The first 10 questions of Georgia Practice Test 1. The full practice test has 40 questions.
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1. Does operating a three-wheel autocycle with a steering wheel require a Class M license?
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Answer: d) No, a Class M license is not required.
Autocycles equipped with a steering wheel do not require a Class M Motorcycle Operator's License.
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2. What is the benefit of completing a certified driver improvement course prior to a court appearance for a moving violation?
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Answer: c) A 20% reduction in the fine and no points assessed.
Presenting the certificate can result in a 20% fine reduction and no points being assessed.
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3. For a driver under the age of 21, a conviction for speeding by how much will result in a license suspension?
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Answer: c) 24 miles per hour or more over the limit.
Drivers under the age of 21 will have their license suspended if they are convicted of speeding 24 miles per hour or more over the speed limit.
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4. What is required to obtain or extend a temporary Handicap ID?
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Answer: b) Verification from a licensed physician.
Verification from a licensed physician is always required to obtain or extend a temporary Handicap ID.
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5. Parking is prohibited within how many feet of a fire hydrant?
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Answer: a) 15 feet.
Stopping, Standing or Parking is permitted only momentarily (pick up/drop off) within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. Otherwise, it is prohibited.
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6. What is the proper way to check for obstacles while backing up?
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Answer: c) Turn your head and look over your right shoulder.
You should turn your head and look over your right shoulder while backing; do not depend on your mirrors.
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7. Is it legal for passengers to ride in a moving house trailer?
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Answer: b) No, it is not allowed.
Riding in a house trailer or any other vehicular drawn trailer is not allowed while it is being moved upon a street or highway.
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What should you do if an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is approaching from behind? Show answer
Answer: d) Move to the shoulder or as far right as possible and stop.
Safely maneuver your vehicle out of the way by moving to the shoulder or as far to the right as possible and stopping.
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9. After a second conviction for reckless stunt driving within five years, when is a driver eligible for early reinstatement of their license?
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Answer: b) 18 months from the date of conviction.
A second conviction for reckless stunt driving within five years results in a 3-year suspension, but the driver may be eligible for early reinstatement after 18 months from the date of conviction.
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10. What is the maximum fine for failing to use caution or yield when passing a postal service or sanitation vehicle with active flashing lights?
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Answer: d) A fine of up to $250.00.
Drivers must change lanes or reduce their speed to at least 10 mph below the limit (or 25 mph) when approaching these vehicles. Violations are punishable by a fine of up to $250.00.
Georgia DDS Permit Test: common questions
How many questions are on the Georgia DDS Permit Test?
The Georgia DDS Learner's Permit Knowledge Exam has 40 questions. It is split into Road Signs (20 questions) and Road Rules (20 questions).
How many questions can you miss on the Georgia DDS Permit Test?
You need 15 of 20 in Road Signs and 15 of 20 in Road Rules, 30 of 40 in total (75%).
How much does the Georgia DDS Permit Test cost?
The Georgia test fee is $10 permit fee. Fees change, so confirm the amount with the licensing office before you go.
How long does the Georgia DDS Permit Test take?
Approx. 40 minutes.
How old do you have to be to take the Georgia DDS Permit Test?
You must be at least 15.
What should I study for the Georgia DDS Permit Test?
Study the Georgia Driver's Manual; the test questions are based on it. Then check yourself with a practice test: FlashPath's free Georgia Practice Test 1 has 40 questions with answers and explanations.
Is the FlashPath Georgia practice test free?
Yes. Practice Test 1 (40 questions) is free on this site and in the app, with no sign-up. The app has 271 more Georgia practice questions across Practice Tests 2 to 10; full access is a subscription.
What is the FlashPath Pass Guarantee?
If you have a paid FlashPath subscription and don't pass the Georgia DDS Permit Test, your next month is free. Email us within 30 days of the test with your store order ID and your result.
Guarantee terms: FlashPath Pass Guarantee.
Georgia guides
Study for the test
Get your licence
- The Complete Georgia DDS Document Checklist (for a Secure ID)
- New to Georgia? A Complete Guide to Exchanging Your Foreign Driver's License
- Peach State Driver: Your Complete Guide to Getting a Georgia Driver's License
- Renewing Your Georgia Driver's License: A Guide to Online and In-Person Options
- Booking Your Georgia Road Test: A Guide to DDS Appointments and Third-Party Testers
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The FlashPath app
FlashPath (on the App Store as "DMV Permit Written Test 2026") is an iPhone and Android app for the Georgia DDS Learner's Permit Knowledge Exam, rated 4.9 from 65 App Store ratings, with 290 Georgia questions across 10 practice tests, an explanation for every answer, missed-question review, an exam simulator and a Pass Guarantee (another month free if you don't pass).
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