Georgia Permit Practice Test 3 (2026)
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From the official handbook, 2023-2024, Sections 5, 7, 8, 11 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the DDS. Georgia Driver's Manual
Question 1 of 20
Who must wear a seat belt in Georgia?
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Answer: Everyone in the front seat, and every occupant under 18
All occupants under 18 must be belted in any seat.
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Question 2 of 20
What is the penalty for a first Hands-Free law conviction?
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Answer: 1 point and a fine up to $50.00
A second conviction is 2 points and up to $100; a third, 3 points and up to $150.
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Question 3 of 20
What does Georgia's 'primary' seat belt law mean?
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Answer: Police can stop you just for not wearing a seat belt
Officers need no other violation to stop and cite you.
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Question 4 of 20
Under Georgia's Hands-Free law, may you hold your phone while driving?
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Answer: No, not for any reason
Phones may be used only with headphones, a wireless device or a mount.
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Question 5 of 20
Can you be sued for giving emergency care at a crash in good faith?
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Answer: No; Georgia's Good Samaritan Law protects you
It holds people harmless for civil damages from rendering emergency care.
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Question 6 of 20
A crash on a multilane highway leaves no apparent serious injury. What must drivers do?
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Answer: Move the vehicles to the shoulder or another safe place
Moving the cars does not make you at fault or count as failing to stop.
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Question 7 of 20
As a general rule, where should your hands be on the steering wheel?
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Answer: At 9 and 3 o'clock
Some manufacturers recommend 8 and 4 o'clock in cars with air bags; keep both hands on the wheel.
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Question 8 of 20
What hand position do some manufacturers recommend in a car with air bags?
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Answer: 8 and 4 o'clock
Check your owner's manual for the best position for your vehicle.
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Question 9 of 20
In a multilane roundabout, what should you do with your lane?
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Answer: Choose it before entering and keep it; do not change lanes inside
Follow the lane-use signs and pavement arrows on the approach.
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Question 10 of 20
How does the penny test show your tires have enough tread?
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Answer: Part of Lincoln's head is covered by the tread
Place Lincoln's head into a groove at the tire's lowest point; if all of his head shows, the tread is too worn.
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Question 11 of 20
Where should you slow down to leave an expressway?
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Answer: In the deceleration lane
Move to the right lane early for a right exit.
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Question 12 of 20
What penalty can a littering conviction bring in Georgia?
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Answer: A fine up to $1,000 and up to 12 months in jail
The driver violates the law when litter is thrown from the vehicle, and a judge may order litter pickup.
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Question 13 of 20
How often should you check your tires for wear and damage?
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Answer: Once a month and before a long trip
Check pressure against the psi on the door jamb with a gauge.
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Question 14 of 20
Entering an expressway, what may you not cross?
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Answer: The solid white line of the gore area
Stay in the acceleration lane until the solid white line ends.
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Question 15 of 20
What must you do at this sign if there is no stop line?
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Answer: Stop before the crosswalk, or where you can best see traffic if there is none
Do not start again until pedestrians have crossed on your side and you have yielded to close traffic.
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Question 16 of 20
What is the fine for disobeying a regulatory speed limit in a Georgia work zone?
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Answer: $100.00 to $2,000.00, jail up to 12 months, or both
Black-on-white limits are regulatory; black-on-orange speed plaques are advisory.
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Question 17 of 20
How do you dry wet brakes?
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Answer: Drive slowly in low gear while applying the brakes lightly
After deep water, test the brakes lightly: they may pull to one side or not hold.
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Question 18 of 20
Merging onto an expressway, who has the right of way?
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Answer: Vehicles already on the expressway
Use the acceleration lane to match the speed of traffic, then merge when safe.
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Question 19 of 20
What should you do before you begin to parallel park?
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Question 20 of 20
What does this triangular sign require?
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Answer: Slow down, stop if necessary and yield
If you must stop, do it at the marked stop line if there is one.
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