NHSA - Georgia Driver's Ed

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

In Georgia, what are the requirements for liability car insurance?

$25,000 minimum for bodily injury or death

You only have to report a collision if someone is injured or killed.

False

Driving without car insurance is a good way to save money.

False

What is one consequence for failing to pay a fine (an unsatisfied judgement)?

Your license will be suspended until you pay the fine

How long will a SR-22a stay on a driver's insurance policy?

3 years

When would a driver need spot insurance?

When renting a vehicle

Who establishes the Motorcycle Safety Training Program?

The Department of Driver Services

What is the purpose of the Motorcycle Safety Training Program?

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.

True

What is a misdemeanor?

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?

It must be filed within 180 days of the final conviction

What does TADRA stand for?

Teenage & Adult Driver Responsibility Act

Under TADRA, how many steps are there before receiving a full driver's license?

3

What did Joshua's law change?

How teenagers could get their intermediate License

When passing, it is illegal to come within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?

200

When stopping at a railroad crossing, how far should you be from the nearest rail of the railroad?

At least 15 feet away

What is the typical speed limit in an urban or residential district?

30 mph

If a vehicle is parked along the roadway how close should it be to the curb?

Within 12 inches

What is the minimum distance required between a parked car and a fire hydrant?

15 feet

What are pre-driving procedures?

Tasks performed before and after entering your vehicle

What is the goal of pre-driving procedures?

To prepare yourself, your vehicle, and any passengers for travel

To properly manage operating space, during starting procedures you must _______.

Adjust your vehicle's mirrors

What is the purpose of the instrument panel?

It contains warning lights and gauges

If the oil pressure lights stays on what does it mean?

Oil is low or the pressure relief valve is stuck

What happens if you gradually accelerate?

It allows the engine to transition gears smoothly

What does the alternator warning light mean?

The vehicle may need a new battery

How do properly positioned mirrors help the driver?

They help the driver see all around the car

What is involved in securing your vehicle?

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?

Oil is low or the pressure relief valve is stuck

What are the effects of gradually accelerating a vehicle?

It allows the engine to transition gears smoothly

What does the alternator warning light mean when lit?

The vehicle may need a new battery

Properly positioned mirrors help the driver see ______.

all around the car

What determines your stopping distance?

The weight and size of your vehicle as well as the speed that you are traveling

A car can hydroplane in as little as...

1/10 of an inch of water

Which of the following is true about gravity?

It is the force that pulls you towards Earth