Georgia DDS Permit Practice Test: 40 Free Questions

1. Does operating a three-wheel autocycle with a steering wheel require a Class M license?

1. a) Only if carrying a passenger.
2. b) Only if driving on the highway.
3. c) Yes, always.
4. d) No, a Class M license is not required.

2. What is the benefit of completing a certified driver improvement course prior to a court appearance for a moving violation?

1. a) The violation is removed from the driving history.
2. b) Complete dismissal of the citation.
3. c) A 20% reduction in the fine and no points assessed.
4. d) A 50% reduction in the fine.

3. For a driver under the age of 21, a conviction for speeding by how much will result in a license suspension?

1. a) 15 miles per hour or more over the limit.
2. b) 20 miles per hour or more over the limit.
3. c) 24 miles per hour or more over the limit.
4. d) 10 miles per hour or more over the limit.

4. What is required to obtain or extend a temporary Handicap ID?

1. a) A self-signed affidavit.
2. b) Verification from a licensed physician.
3. c) A disability parking placard.
4. d) Proof of age over 65.

5. Parking is prohibited within how many feet of a fire hydrant?

1. a) 15 feet.
2. b) 30 feet.
3. c) 20 feet.
4. d) 10 feet.

6. What is the proper way to check for obstacles while backing up?

1. a) Rely solely on your side mirrors.
2. b) Rely solely on your rearview mirror.
3. c) Turn your head and look over your right shoulder.
4. d) Honk the horn and back up slowly.

7. Is it legal for passengers to ride in a moving house trailer?

1. a) Yes, if the speed is under 45 miles per hour.
2. b) No, it is not allowed.
3. c) Yes, on city streets only.
4. d) Yes, if they are seated.

8. What should you do if an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is approaching from behind?

1. a) Stop immediately in your lane.
2. b) Turn left at the next intersection.
3. c) Speed up to clear the lane.
4. d) Move to the shoulder or as far right as possible and stop.

9. After a second conviction for reckless stunt driving within five years, when is a driver eligible for early reinstatement of their license?

1. a) 120 days from the date of conviction.
2. b) 18 months from the date of conviction.
3. c) 3 years from the date of conviction.
4. d) 12 months from the date of conviction.

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?

1. a) A fine of up to $100.00.
2. b) A fine of up to $1,000.00.
3. c) A fine of up to $500.00.
4. d) A fine of up to $250.00.

11. Except for momentarily picking up or dropping off passengers, what is the minimum distance you must maintain when parking near a fire station driveway?

1. a) 30 feet.
2. b) 15 feet.
3. c) 50 feet.
4. d) 20 feet.

12. What do flashing yellow lights on a school bus indicate?

1. a) The bus is broken down.
2. b) The bus is turning left.
3. c) You may pass the bus at normal speed.
4. d) The bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children.

13. How long must you hold a valid instructional permit before applying for a Class D Provisional License?

1. a) Two years.
2. b) One year and one day.
3. c) One year.
4. d) Six months.

14. What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?

1. a) Approaching a school zone or school crossing.
2. b) No passing zone.
3. c) Construction zone ahead.
4. d) Railroad crossing ahead.

15. What does a 'No U-Turn' sign prohibit?

1. a) Turning left.
2. b) Stopping in the intersection.
3. c) Turning right on red.
4. d) Turning around to go in the opposite direction.

16. What does a 'No Right Turn' sign mean?

1. a) You must turn left.
2. b) The road to the right is a dead end.
3. c) Right turns are permitted after stopping.
4. d) You cannot make a right turn at the intersection.

17. What does a warning sign with a sharp right arrow indicate?

1. a) Winding road.
2. b) Lane ends.
3. c) Sharp turn to the right.
4. d) Merging traffic.

18. What does this warning sign indicate?

1. a) Double lane change.
2. b) Sharp turn to the right and then sharp turn to the left.
3. c) Winding road ahead.
4. d) Slippery when wet.

19. What does an octagon-shaped sign indicate?

1. a) School Zone.
2. b) Railroad Crossing.
3. c) Yield.
4. d) Stop.

20. What does the 'Two-Way Traffic' warning sign indicate?

1. a) You are leaving a separated one-way highway for a two-way highway.
2. b) You are entering a one-way street.
3. c) Passing is prohibited.
4. d) Divided highway ahead.

21. What should you do when you see a 'Steep Hill' warning sign?

1. a) Speed up to gain momentum.
2. b) Slow down and be ready to shift to a lower gear.
3. c) Turn off the engine.
4. d) Shift to neutral.

22. What does a 'Yield Ahead' sign tell you to do?

1. a) Stop immediately.
2. b) Speed up to merge.
3. c) Maintain speed.
4. d) Slow down and prepare to stop if necessary.

23. What should you do when you see a 'Merging Traffic' sign?

1. a) Stop and wait for traffic to merge.
2. b) Change lanes to the right immediately.
3. c) Prepare to allow traffic to safely merge from the right.
4. d) Speed up to block merging traffic.

24. What kind of signs are blue and white?

1. a) Warning signs.
2. b) Regulatory signs.
3. c) Construction signs.
4. d) Service signs.

25. What does a round traffic sign indicate?

1. a) School zone ahead.
2. b) Yield right of way.
3. c) Approaching a railroad crossing.
4. d) Do not enter.

26. How should you treat a flashing red light?

1. a) Stop only if other cars are present.
2. b) Stop completely, like a stop sign.
3. c) Slow down and proceed with caution.
4. d) Yield without stopping.

27. What does a red 'X' on an overhead lane signal mean?

1. a) Left turn only.
2. b) Prepare to vacate the lane.
3. c) No travel allowed in this lane.
4. d) Lane is open for travel.

28. What does a green arrow on an overhead lane signal indicate?

1. a) Lane closed.
2. b) Turn left.
3. c) Travel in lane.
4. d) Prepare to stop.

29. What is the rule for alternating flashing red signals on a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon?

1. a) Remain stopped until the light goes dark.
2. b) Yield without stopping.
3. c) Drive through without stopping if the road is clear.
4. d) Come to a full stop and proceed when pedestrians have cleared the crosswalk.

30. What is the purpose of white stop lines at intersections?

1. a) To indicate where to slow down.
2. b) To mark the pedestrian crosswalk.
3. c) To indicate the point your vehicle should not cross when stopping.
4. d) To separate lanes of traffic.

31. What do double solid yellow lines on the roadway indicate?

1. a) It is not safe for passing in either direction.
2. b) Passing is allowed if the way is clear.
3. c) Slow-moving vehicles must pull over to the shoulder.
4. d) The lane is a reversible travel lane.

32. What is the maximum distance you may travel in a center turn lane before making a left turn?

1. a) 200 feet.
2. b) 300 feet.
3. c) 100 feet.
4. d) 500 feet.

33. What should a driver do if necessary when approaching a railroad crossing to ensure safety?

1. a) Honk the horn to alert any nearby trains.
2. b) Stop only if the cross-buck sign is visible.
3. c) Roll down a window and listen for an approaching train.
4. d) Speed up to cross the tracks as quickly as possible.

34. Which of the following are symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

1. a) Sudden weariness, dizziness, and nausea.
2. b) Blurred vision and hunger.
3. c) Sharp pain in the chest.
4. d) Hyperactivity and alertness.

35. When is it permitted to stop on the shoulder of an expressway?

1. a) To stretch your legs.
2. b) To switch drivers.
3. c) To retrieve an item from the back seat.
4. d) Only in an emergency.

36. How can you help prevent highway hypnosis while driving?

1. a) Keep shifting your eyes and avoid staring at one spot.
2. b) Turn off the radio.
3. c) Drive faster to stay alert.
4. d) Stare at the center line.

37. According to the manual, what materials can be used to help extinguish a vehicle fire if a fire extinguisher is not available?

1. a) Blankets or towels
2. b) Gasoline or oil
3. c) Paper or cardboard
4. d) Mud, dirt, or snow

38. Do crosswalks exist at intersections if they are not marked by painted lines?

1. a) No, only marked lines constitute a crosswalk.
2. b) Yes, on all four corners of intersections even if unmarked.
3. c) Yes, but only in school zones.
4. d) No, pedestrians must yield to cars at unmarked corners.

39. Why should drivers watch for bicyclists suddenly swerving or turning in front of them?

1. a) Bicyclists are not allowed to use hand signals.
2. b) Bicyclists have the right of way in all situations.
3. c) Bicyclists may need to avoid road hazards or merge left for a turn.
4. d) Bicyclists are always reckless.

40. In Georgia, what is the penalty for a driver under the age of 21 who is convicted of unlawfully passing a stopped school bus?

1. a) The vehicle will be impounded for 30 days.
2. b) A mandatory driver's license suspension.
3. c) A permanent ban from operating commercial vehicles.
4. d) A requirement to complete 50 hours of community service.