Georgia Permit Practice Test 5
40 questions, the same length as the DDS test. You need 30 correct to pass, plus 15 of 20 in the road signs section and 15 of 20 in the road rules section. Pick an answer to see whether you are right and why.
Questions from the Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, last checked November 1, 2026. Your progress is saved on this device.
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Question 1 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
A yellow diamond-shaped sign shows a traffic light with red, yellow, and green circles. What should you do as you approach it?
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Correct answer: C. Slow down, since a traffic signal is at the next intersection
This warning sign tells you a traffic signal lies ahead at an intersection. You should reduce speed and be ready to react to the light.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Warning Signs”, PDF page 32. Handbook PDF
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Question 2 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
Which color combination do warning signs usually use to alert drivers to hazards ahead?
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Correct answer: A. Yellow background with black markings
Warning signs are normally yellow with black markings, though some are fluorescent green with black markings.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Warning Signs”, PDF page 31. Handbook PDF
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Question 3 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
You are halfway across a street on foot when the pedestrian signal begins to flash. What should you do?
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Correct answer: C. Keep walking and finish crossing
A flashing pedestrian signal means people not yet in the street should stay at the curb, but those already crossing should complete the crossing.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SIGNS, SIGNALS & MARKINGS”, PDF page 35. Handbook PDF
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Question 4 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
A driver has a registered Peach Pass and wants to pay a toll to use Georgia's Express Lanes. Which vehicle is eligible to do so?
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Correct answer: D. A pickup truck with two axles and four wheels
Only vehicles with no more than two axles or up to six wheels may use Express Lanes with a registered Peach Pass. Larger multi-axle trucks do not qualify.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SIGNS, SIGNALS & MARKINGS”, PDF page 34. Handbook PDF
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Question 5 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
A yellow warning sign shows a wavy line representing a dip in the road ahead. What is the right response?
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Correct answer: C. Slow down before reaching the dip
The dip sign warns of a low spot in the road. You should reduce your speed as you approach it.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Warning Signs”, PDF page 31. Handbook PDF
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Question 6 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
Why do the I-75 South Metro Express Lanes in Georgia change their travel direction during the day?
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Correct answer: B. To give extra travel options at peak periods
Reversible lanes switch direction so that more lanes are available in the busy direction during peak travel times.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Express Lanes”, PDF page 34. Handbook PDF
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Question 7 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
A utility truck working in moving traffic has a sign mounted on it. What is the purpose of a sign on such a work vehicle?
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Correct answer: D. To direct traffic or point out hazards
Mobile work vehicles may display signs to direct traffic or to indicate hazardous conditions. Read them and follow their directions.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Section 5: Traffic Laws - Highway Work Zones”, PDF page 23. Handbook PDF
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Question 8 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
Below a railroad crossbuck sign, there is a small sign with a number on it. What does that number tell you?
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Correct answer: A. How many tracks cross the road
A sign beneath the crossbuck shows the number of tracks. Slow down, look and listen, and yield to approaching trains.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Guide Signs”, PDF page 33. Handbook PDF
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Question 9 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
You are driving in GA and see many orange signs and devices along the road ahead. What does the color orange warn you about?
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Correct answer: A. Road work is taking place nearby
Orange is the color used for road work. When you see it, expect workers, equipment, and changing traffic patterns.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Section 5: Traffic Laws - Highway Work Zones”, PDF page 23. Handbook PDF
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Question 10 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
You are driving in GA and see a white rectangular sign that reads SPEED LIMIT 55. What does the number on this sign tell you?
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Correct answer: B. It is the highest speed allowed in that area
A speed limit regulatory sign gives the maximum legal speed for that stretch of road. You must obey it like any other traffic law.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Regulatory Signs”, PDF page 30. Handbook PDF
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Question 11 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
A white rectangular sign with a black arrow marks a one-way street. In which direction are you allowed to travel on this street?
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Correct answer: D. Only in the direction the arrow points
One-way regulatory signs permit travel only in the direction the arrow points. Regulatory signs must be obeyed like traffic laws.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Regulatory Signs”, PDF page 30. Handbook PDF
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Question 12 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
You see a yellow warning sign with a silhouette of a deer or a person on it. What is it warning you about?
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Correct answer: B. Animals or people may cross the road ahead
These signs alert you in advance to places where animals, people or other vehicles may be crossing. Watch carefully and be ready to slow down.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Warning Signs”, PDF page 32. Handbook PDF
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Question 13 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
Your traffic signal turns green as you reach an intersection, and a few vehicles and a pedestrian are still in the intersection. What should you do?
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Correct answer: C. Wait for those in the intersection, then go on if it is safe
A green light lets you go only when it is safe. You must first give way to pedestrians and vehicles still within the intersection.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Traffic Signals and Signs”, PDF page 35. Handbook PDF
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Question 14 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
Which step is named as the most important one for preventing crashes while driving through a GA work zone?
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Correct answer: A. Paying attention and driving cautiously and courteously
Crash prevention in work zones depends on drivers staying alert and driving carefully and politely. Speeding or tailgating raises the danger for everyone.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 5: TRAFFIC LAWS - Highway Work Zones”, PDF page 23. Handbook PDF
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Question 15 of 40 · Road signs · Road signs section
A yellow warning sign tells you the shoulder of the road is soft. When is it acceptable to drive on that shoulder?
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Correct answer: B. Only in an emergency
A soft-shoulder warning means the edge of the road may not support your vehicle, so use it only for emergencies.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Warning Signs”, PDF page 31. Handbook PDF
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Question 16 of 40 · Signals & pavement markings · Road signs section
A yellow edge line is painted along the left side of the roadway. What may it be warning you about?
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Correct answer: C. A narrow or raised median
Edge lines are normally white, but a yellow one on the left side may be used to warn of narrow or raised medians.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Pavement Markings”, PDF page 37. Handbook PDF
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Question 17 of 40 · Signals & pavement markings · Road signs section
In a GA work zone you see a rectangular black-and-white speed limit sign with a lower number than the road's normal limit. How should you treat it?
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Correct answer: A. As a legal limit, with stiffer penalties for violations
Black-and-white speed signs mark official reduced limits in work zones, unlike the black-and-orange advisory signs. Breaking them can bring increased penalties.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 5: TRAFFIC LAWS - Highway Work Zones”, PDF page 23. Handbook PDF
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Question 18 of 40 · Signals & pavement markings · Road signs section
On a two-lane road, you see a broken yellow line down the center. What does this marking tell drivers?
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Correct answer: D. Passing in either direction is allowed when safe
Broken yellow center lines are used on two-lane roads where it is safe to pass in either direction.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Pavement Markings”, PDF page 37. Handbook PDF
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Question 19 of 40 · Signals & pavement markings · Road signs section
You are driving on a multi-lane, two-way highway with a center line. In which situation may you drive to the left of that center line?
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Correct answer: C. Turning left into a private driveway
On a multi-lane, two-way highway you may not cross the center line unless signals or signs allow it, or you are turning left into an alley, private road or driveway.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “--sECTION 5: TRAFFIC LAWS”, PDF page 20. Handbook PDF
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Question 20 of 40 · Signals & pavement markings · Road signs section
On a two-lane road, the line closest to your side of the center line is solid yellow, with a broken line on the other side. May you pass?
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Correct answer: C. No, you are not in a passing zone
A solid line on your side of the center line means you are not in a passing zone. Passing is allowed only where the line nearest you is broken.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 5: TRAFFIC LAWS”, PDF page 19. Handbook PDF
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Question 21 of 40 · Right of way · Road rules section
In GA, you are making a right turn from one street onto a multi-lane street. Which lane should your vehicle end up in after the turn?
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Correct answer: D. The right lane of the street you turned onto
A right turn should be finished in the right lane of the new street. Drivers should not swing into other lanes of traffic while turning.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “--sECTION 5: TRAFFIC LAWS”, PDF page 20. Handbook PDF
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Question 22 of 40 · Right of way · Road rules section
In GA, you approach road work being done by trucks and heavy equipment. Which feature tells you that you must give these vehicles the right-of-way?
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Correct answer: B. Flashing or revolving amber lights on the vehicle
Work vehicles that show flashing or revolving amber lights are working in or near traffic. Drivers must yield the right-of-way to them and slow down as they approach.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 5: TRAFFIC LAWS - Highway Work Zones”, PDF page 23. Handbook PDF
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Question 23 of 40 · Speed limits · Road rules section
You are driving on an unpaved county road in GA with no posted limit. What is the general maximum speed?
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Correct answer: C. 35 mph
Unpaved county roads have a general limit of 35 mph unless signs show a different speed.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 5: TRAFFIC LAWS”, PDF page 22. Handbook PDF
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Question 24 of 40 · Speed limits · Road rules section
You enter a GA work zone where the speed limit has not been lowered. How fast should you drive?
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Correct answer: D. At the normal posted limit, with extra caution
If the limit isn't reduced, the regular posted limit still applies. Drivers should pay closer attention to road conditions, lane position and workers.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Section 5: Traffic Laws - Highway Work Zones”, PDF page 23. Handbook PDF
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Question 25 of 40 · Safe driving practices · Road rules section
After you have pulled to the side for an officer's stop, which step should you take before the officer reaches your window?
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Correct answer: C. Turn off the engine and any audio devices
Shutting off the engine and any audio equipment lets you hear the officer and signals that you are cooperating.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “What to Do and Expect When Pulled Over by Police”, PDF page 5. Handbook PDF
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Question 26 of 40 · Safe driving practices · Road rules section
You are on a two-lane road and want to overtake a slow truck. Within what distance of a railroad crossing is passing not allowed?
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Correct answer: A. 100 feet
Passing is prohibited within 100 feet of a railroad crossing. The same distance applies near bridges, viaducts, and tunnels.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 5: TRAFFIC LAWS”, PDF page 19. Handbook PDF
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Question 27 of 40 · Safe driving practices · Road rules section
An officer in plain clothes stops you and does not display any identification. What are you entitled to do?
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Correct answer: D. Ask to see the officer's law enforcement credentials
If an officer is out of uniform and has not shown credentials, you may ask to see them.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “What to Do and Expect When Pulled Over by Police”, PDF page 5. Handbook PDF
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Question 28 of 40 · Safe driving practices · Road rules section
After a tire blow-out, your car swerves onto the shoulder. What should you do?
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Correct answer: D. Let the car coast to a stop without forcing it back to the road
Trying to return to the pavement after a blow-out can cause a loss of control. Once on the shoulder, let the vehicle coast to a stop.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 8: SAFETY GUIDELINES -”, PDF page 40. Handbook PDF
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Question 29 of 40 · Safe driving practices · Road rules section
You are in the left passing lane on a multi-lane road, and faster traffic comes up behind you. No exceptions apply. What should you do?
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Correct answer: D. Move to the right to let the faster traffic pass
Under Georgia's Slow Poke Law, you must leave the passing lane when faster traffic is approaching, no matter how fast you are going.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 5: TRAFFIC LAWS”, PDF page 21. Handbook PDF
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Question 30 of 40 · Safe driving practices · Road rules section
You are waiting to turn left at an intersection and have signaled. How should you position your front wheels while you wait for the turn?
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Correct answer: A. Straight ahead until you begin the turn
Wheels stay straight until the turn actually begins. If you are hit from behind, wheels turned left could push you into oncoming traffic.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 5: TRAFFIC LAWS”, PDF page 20. Handbook PDF
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Question 31 of 40 · Sharing the road · Road rules section
In GA, a driver who is not on official business is behind a fire truck rushing to an alarm. How close may the driver follow?
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Correct answer: A. No closer than 200 feet
Drivers not on official business must stay at least 200 feet behind fire apparatus or other emergency vehicles that are responding to a call.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Following Emergency Vehicles”, PDF page 25. Handbook PDF
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Question 32 of 40 · Sharing the road · Road rules section
When you see an emergency vehicle stopped on the roadside and it is safe to do so, what does Georgia's Move Over law tell you to do?
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Correct answer: A. Move to the next lane away from it
The law calls for leaving an open buffer lane by shifting to the next lane when this can be done safely.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “THE "MOVE OVER" LAW”, PDF page 19. Handbook PDF
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Question 33 of 40 · Parking · Road rules section
While parallel parking in GA, your front bumper has fully cleared the car ahead of you after backing in diagonally. What should you do next with the steering?
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Correct answer: D. Turn the wheels sharply left and back up slowly
Once your front bumper is clear of the car ahead, the handbook says to turn the wheels sharply left and keep backing slowly toward the car behind. You then stop before touching it.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “- SECTION 5: TRAFFIC LAWS”, PDF page 22. Handbook PDF
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Question 34 of 40 · Alcohol & drugs · Road rules section
A person is convicted of DUI one time. How long will commercial driving privileges be disqualified in Georgia for this major traffic violation?
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Correct answer: C. One year
A DUI conviction is a major traffic violation, which results in a one-year disqualification of commercial driving privileges.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 10: LOSING YOUR DRIVING PRIVILEGES”, PDF page 50. Handbook PDF
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Question 35 of 40 · Licensing rules · Road rules section
A person with no commercial driver's license has commercial driving privileges disqualified. What does this mean for getting a CDL during the disqualification period?
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Correct answer: B. The person cannot obtain a CDL until it ends
Commercial driving privileges can be disqualified even without a CDL, and the person cannot get a CDL during the disqualification period.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 10: LOSING YOUR DRIVING PRIVILEGES”, PDF page 50. Handbook PDF
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Question 36 of 40 · Licensing rules · Road rules section
A 19-year-old in GA is convicted of a single violation worth 4 points and has no other points. What happens to the license?
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Correct answer: B. It is suspended
For drivers under 21, a conviction for any one 4-point violation is enough for suspension. The 15-point threshold applies to older drivers.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 10: LOSING YOUR DRIVING PRIVILEGES”, PDF page 49. Handbook PDF
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Question 37 of 40 · Licensing rules · Road rules section
In GA, a driver's last name changes because of marriage. How soon must the driver obtain a new license showing the correct name?
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Correct answer: B. Within 60 days
When a name changes through marriage or other legal action, Georgia requires a new license with the correct name within 60 days.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “SECTION 4: OTHER SERVICES & INFORMATION”, PDF page 17. Handbook PDF
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Question 38 of 40 · Licensing rules · Road rules section
What is the lowest score a Georgia applicant can earn and still pass the Class C or D road test?
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Correct answer: C. 75%
The road test requires a minimum score of 75% to pass.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Section 3: Testing Information”, PDF page 14. Handbook PDF
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Question 39 of 40 · Licensing rules · Road rules section
How can you tell that a Georgia driver's license is a Real ID compliant card?
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Correct answer: D. It has a star in the upper right corner
A Real ID card displays a star in the upper right corner of the card.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “Section 1: General Licensing Information”, PDF page 8. Handbook PDF
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Question 40 of 40 · Licensing rules · Road rules section
An officer hands you a traffic ticket and you decline to sign it. What may happen as a result?
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Correct answer: B. You may be arrested
Signing a ticket does not admit guilt, and refusing to sign it can lead to your arrest.
Source: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024, “What to Do and Expect When Pulled Over by Police”, PDF page 5. Handbook PDF
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