Georgia Driver's License Written Test Answers 2026

Georgia Driver’s License Written Test Answers 2026. If you’re going for your learner’s permit (Class D) or your first driver’s license (Class C), this test is for you. Teens as young as 15 can take it for a permit, but adults new to driving or new to Georgia might need to take it too. If you’re transferring a license from another state, you might skip it, but check with the DDS just in case.

The best way to get ready is to study the Georgia Driver’s Manual. It’s like the Bible for this test—everything you need is in there. You can grab a free copy online at the DDS website or pick one up at a DDS office.

Georgia Driver’s License Written Test Answers

Pay attention to chapters about traffic laws, signs, and safe driving tips. Skip the boring parts about vehicle registration unless you’re curious. Memorize the shapes and colors. For example, a triangle with a red border means “yield,” and a white rectangle is usually a speed limit sign.

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Georgia Knowledge Test
Total Questions: 40
Language: English
Passing Marks: 80%.
Difficulty Level: Medium

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1) If tire pressure is too low, fuel economy:

A)  Becomes illegal

B) Decreases

C) Improves

D)  Is unaffected

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2) The “slow‑moving vehicle” emblem is shaped like a:

A) Square

B) Circle

C) Triangle

D) Pentagon

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3) The “No Zone” refers to:

A) Areas where parking is illegal

B) School zones

C) Areas with no signals

D) Trucker blind spots

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4) When merging onto an interstate, you should reach:

A) 10 mph above traffic speed

B) Any speed

C) 10 mph below traffic speed

D) Same speed as traffic

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5) A yellow diamond sign with a black arrow pointing both left and right signals:

A)  Two way traffic

B)  T intersection ahead

C)  Y intersection

D)  Divided highway begins

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6) Double solid white lines signify:

A) Parking area

B) Lane change prohibited

C) Passing zone

D) Traffic flowing opposite directions

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7) Alcohol begins to affect judgment and coordination at:

A) 0.02 % BAC

B) 0.04 % BAC

C) Any measurable BAC

D) 0.08 % BAC

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8) A delimited HOV lane may be used by a vehicle with:

A) Emergency vehicles only

B) One occupant during rush hour

C) Two or more occupants

D) Any motorcycle

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9) Headlights must be turned on when visibility is reduced to ___ feet or less.

A) 200

B) 300

C) 500

D) 400

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10) School buses must stop at all railroad crossings; after they move, other traffic may:

A) Stop and wait 20 sec

B) Pass at any speed

C) Honk then pass

D) Proceed with caution

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11) A driver must yield to pedestrians:

A) Never

B) At all intersections and crosswalks

C) Only in marked crosswalks

D) Only when lights indicate

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12) The first conviction for texting while driving adds:

A) 0 points

B) 1 point

C) 2 points

D) 3 points

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13) Before turning left from a two‑way street into a one‑way street, you must:

A) Turn into any lane

B) Turn into the left lane of the one way

C) Back up

D) Stop in the intersection

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14) A reversible lane is controlled by overhead signals; a red “X” means:

A) Merge

B)  Lane open

C)  Lane closed

D)  No speed limit

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15) Fines for speeding in a work zone are:

A) Unchanged

B) Tripled

C) Doubled

D) Halved

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16) A broken yellow line beside a solid yellow line means:

A) Passing allowed only from the side with the broken line

B) Passing prohibited both sides

C) Passing allowed from both sides

D) Lane reduction

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17) A curb painted yellow generally indicates:

A)  No parking zone

B)  Short term parking only

C)  Bus loading zone

D)  Reserved for handicapped

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18) If your accelerator sticks, the first thing to do is:

A) Shift to neutral and apply brakes

B) Turn off ignition immediately

C) Put car in park

D) Honk

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19) It is illegal to follow emergency vehicles closer than:

A) 400 ft

B) 100 ft

C) 200 ft

D) 300 ft

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20) To prevent fatigue on long trips, drivers should stop at least every:

A) 1 hour

B) 4 hours

C) 3 hours

D) 2 hours

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21) The safest hand position on the steering wheel for an air‑bag‑equipped car is:

A) 9 and 3 o’clock

B) 8 and 4 o’clock

C) 10 and 2 o’clock

D) 12 and 6 o’clock

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22) When entering a curve, slow down ____ entering the curve.

A) Before

B) While honking

C) After

D) During

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23) A BAC of 0.02 % for drivers under 21 results in:

A) Possible DUI

B) Immediate prison

C) Suspension only after 0.08 %

D) No penalty

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24) When you see a flashing red traffic signal you must:

A)  Slow down

B)  Stop and proceed when clear

C)  Proceed cautiously

D)  Obey as a green light

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25) When skidding on ice you should steer:

A) Opposite to skid

B) Straight

C) Into skid

D) In any direction

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26) When visibility is limited by fog, use:

A) No lights

B) Low beams

C) High beams

D) Parking lights only

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27) On multilane roads a solid white line between lanes means:

A)  HOV lane begins

B)  Passing allowed

C)  Lane changing is discouraged

D)  Bicycle lane

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28) A steady yellow light warns that the signal will change to red in:

A) 8–10 seconds

B) 1–2 seconds

C) 3–6 seconds

D) Instantly

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29) At a stale green light (solid green for a while) you should:

A)  Maintain speed

B) Honk

C)  Cover brake and be ready to stop

D) Accelerate

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30) GA law requires bicyclists to have a white headlight visible for ___ feet at night.

A) 300

B) 100

C) 500

D) 200

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31) The speed limit in an alley is:

A) 20 mph

B) 25 mph

C) 15 mph

D) 10 mph

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32) Driving too slowly on a two‑lane highway may result in:

A) License revocation

B) A fine and points

C) No penalty

D) Jail only

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33) A green arrow means you may proceed in the direction of the arrow:

A) While honking

B) Only after stopping

C) Without stopping but yield to others

D) With caution sign

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34) For every 10 mph of speed, keep at least ___ car lengths behind the vehicle ahead.

A) Four

B) Three

C) Two

D) One

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35) You should avoid driving in another vehicle’s blind spot by:

A) Speeding through

B) Using high beams

C) Slowing down

D) Matching their speed indefinitely

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36) An orange sign with black letters typically denotes:

A)  Regulatory message

B)  Construction zone

C)  Motorist services

D) Recreation

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37) When stopped by law enforcement you should:

A) Argue about citation

B) Exit the vehicle

C) Reach for license quickly

D) Stay in car and keep hands visible

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38) Unpaved county roads carry a default limit of:

A) 55 mph

B) 25 mph

C) 35 mph

D) 45 mph

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39) Georgia’s “Implied Consent” law means drivers must:

A) Carry insurance

B) Signal turns

C) Wear seat belts

D) Submit to chemical testing

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40) A GA Class D driver in the first 6 months may have passengers who are:

A)  Two friends

B)  Minors only

C)  Any age

D)  Immediate family only

Your score is

Easy	Medium	Hard	Road Sign Tests
GA DMV Test 1	GA DMV Test 1	GA DMV Test 1	Shape and Color
GA DMV Test 2	GA DMV Test 2	GA DMV Test 2	Regulatory Signs
GA DMV Test 3	GA DMV Test 3	GA DMV Test 3	Warning Signs
GA DMV Test 4	GA DMV Test 4	GA DMV Test 4	Other Road Signs

The questions are multiple-choice, so you’re picking from four options. Some are super obvious, like “What does a red light mean?” Others might make you think, like figuring out the right-of-way in a tricky intersection. If you studied the manual, you’ll spot the answers pretty easily.

The test itself is part of your permit/license fee. So when you apply, it’s usually around $10 for the permit. No hidden costs—unless you keep failing and retaking it (yikes).