Georgia Safe Driving practice test
Practice following distance, weather, night driving and sharing the road, with questions based on the Georgia Drivers' Manual.
Sample Safe Driving questions
When should you slow down for a sharp curve in Georgia?
Only on the way out Halfway through it Before entering it
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Before entering it
Reduce your speed before you enter the curve, because forceful braking inside it may cause a skid.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 8: Safety Guidelines, Curves
Which symptoms can warn of carbon monoxide poisoning, according to the Georgia Drivers' Manual?
Itchy skin and sneezing Hiccups and a runny nose Weariness, yawning, dizziness and nausea
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Weariness, yawning, dizziness and nausea
Carbon monoxide is odorless and colorless, and these sudden symptoms can be the warning.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 8: Safety Guidelines, Carbon Monoxide
What happens in most cars if the ignition is turned to the lock position while moving?
You will be unable to steer The headlights turn off only The engine speeds up
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You will be unable to steer
A steering lock is an anti-theft device, so the driver loses steering if the ignition is locked while moving.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 8: Safety Guidelines, Steering Locks
Driving in heavy fog in Georgia, which lights should you not drive with?
Your dimmed headlights Parking or hazard lights Your regular headlights
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Parking or hazard lights
Reduce speed and dim your headlights, but do not drive with parking or hazard lights on.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 8: Safety Guidelines, Fog
What following distance should you allow behind a motorcycle in Georgia?
Three or four seconds One second Twelve seconds
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Three or four seconds
The extra time gives the rider room to maneuver or stop in an emergency.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 9: Sharing the Road, Following Too Close
Which of these is an example of aggressive driving under Georgia law?
Slowing down for a school zone Signaling before a lane change Tailgating to harass another driver
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Tailgating to harass another driver
Driving with intent to annoy, harass or intimidate another person, as by tailgating or cutting someone off, is aggressive driving.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 5: Traffic Laws, Aggressive Driving
May you stop on a Georgia expressway shoulder to switch drivers?
No, that is not an emergency Yes, if you turn on your hazards Yes, after 8:00 p.m.
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No, that is not an emergency
Shoulder stops are highly dangerous and allowed only in emergencies. Rest areas are the place to take a break.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 8: Safety Guidelines, Tips For Expressway Driving
According to the Georgia Drivers' Manual, how much stopping distance does a fully loaded tractor-trailer at 55 mph need?
3 times what a car needs 10 times what a car needs The same as a car
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3 times what a car needs
Large trucks are heavier and need far more room, so do not cut in front of them.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 9: Sharing the Road, Sharing the Road With Commercial Motor Vehicles
In Georgia's penny test, tread below about what depth greatly reduces your grip in bad conditions?
2/32 of an inch 1/2 of an inch 1 inch
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2/32 of an inch
If tread falls below about 2/32 of an inch, your ability to grip the road in adverse conditions is greatly reduced.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 8: Safety Guidelines, Tire Pressure
When should you always leave a greater following distance in Georgia?
On empty straight roads At night On sunny, clear days
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At night
Leave more room in bad weather, in construction and heavy traffic, and always at night.
Source: Georgia Drivers' Manual, Section 8: Safety Guidelines, Following Too Closely
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About these questions
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.
DMV Decoded is an independent guide, not a government agency. This practice test is not connected to the Georgia Department of Driver Services, and your actual test will have different questions. Study the handbook, and check the agency's website for current rules.