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

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  1. 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.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 24

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  2. 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.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 25

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  3. 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.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 24

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  4. 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.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 25

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  5. 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.

    Handbook: Section 11, p. 50

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  6. 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.

    Handbook: Section 11, p. 50

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  7. 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.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 38

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  8. 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.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 38

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  9. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 37

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  10. 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.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 38

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  11. 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.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 40

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  12. 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.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 24

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  13. 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.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 38

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  14. 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.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 40

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  15. Question 15 of 20

    What must you do at this sign if there is no stop line?

    Red octagonal STOP sign
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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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 28

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  16. 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.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 22

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  17. 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.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 41

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  18. 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.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 40

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  19. Question 19 of 20

    What should you do before you begin to parallel park?

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    Answer: Signal

    Signal again when you leave the space.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 21

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  20. Question 20 of 20

    What does this triangular sign require?

    Red and white downward-pointing triangle YIELD sign
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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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 28

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