Sample Road Signs questions
On a Georgia railroad crossbuck, what does a sign below it show?
The speed of the next train The time of the next train The number of tracks
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The number of tracks
The crossbuck is at all railroad crossings, and the sign under it gives the number of tracks.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 7: Signs, Signals & Markings, Guide Signs
In Georgia, a vehicle moving under what speed counts as slow-moving and must show the caution emblem?
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25 mph
Any vehicle moving less than 25 mph is defined as slow-moving and must display the emblem.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 7: Signs, Signals & Markings, Guide Signs
A Georgia hill warning sign is ahead. How can you protect your brakes on the descent?
Shift into neutral to coast Speed up before the hill Plan to use a lower gear
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Plan to use a lower gear
Slow down and plan on a lower gear, which helps hold your speed and saves the brakes.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 7: Signs, Signals & Markings, Warning Signs
What do blue and white signs along Georgia's highways show?
Warnings about road work Directions to service facilities Rules about parking
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Directions to service facilities
These signs direct you to services such as food, gas and phones.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 7: Signs, Signals & Markings, Service Signs
What color are construction and maintenance warning signs in Georgia?
Green with white markings Blue with white markings Orange with black markings
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Orange with black markings
These orange signs warn of dangers ahead and give you time to adjust your speed.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 7: Signs, Signals & Markings, Construction and Maintenance Warning Signs
What does a round sign tell a Georgia driver?
A railroad crossing is ahead A school zone is ahead A sharp curve is ahead
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A railroad crossing is ahead
This sign stands a few hundred feet ahead of the tracks. Slow down, look, listen and get ready to stop.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 7: Signs, Signals & Markings, Shapes of Signs
What does a pentagon-shaped sign on a Georgia road mean?
A railroad crossing is ahead A school zone or school crossing is ahead A hospital is ahead
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A school zone or school crossing is ahead
Pentagon signs warn of a school zone or school crossing, and can sometimes be fluorescent green.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 7: Signs, Signals & Markings, Shapes of Signs
When a Georgia pentagon sign is used, how far ahead of the school grounds or crossing does it stand?
10 to 50 feet 1 to 2 miles 150 to 700 feet
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150 to 700 feet
They are put up at least 150 feet and at most 700 feet ahead.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 7: Signs, Signals & Markings, Shapes of Signs
On which side of a Georgia highway is a no passing zone sign placed?
Overhead, above the center line The left side The right side
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The left side
It marks the start of the zone, so finish any pass before you reach it.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 7: Signs, Signals & Markings, Warning Signs
What does a yellow diamond sign warn Georgia drivers about?
A hazard on or near the road A public service nearby The route number of the road
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A hazard on or near the road
Diamond signs warn of existing or possible hazards on the road or nearby.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 7: Signs, Signals & Markings, Shapes of Signs
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We wrote these practice questions from the facts in the Georgia Drivers' Manual (2023-2024 PDF; online version last changed 2026-07-20 edition) and from official sources on road signs. Every answer links to its source, so you can check it and read more.
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