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Georgia Driver's Permit Test - Georgia Road Rules 4
5 Things You Should Know Before Booking Georgia Driver's Permit Test
Want to know what you should do before booking your driver’s permit test?
In this post, we’ll discuss five things you should know before booking a Georgia driver’s permit test.
1. Study the Drivers Manual
To pass your driver’s permit test, you need to study the driver’s manual. This is a free guide with everything you need to know about driving and the permit test. You can download the free guide online or pick a hard copy at the Department of Driving Services near you.
The driver’s manual has several sections, such as:
- General licensing information
- Obtaining a license, permit an identification card
- Testing information
- Traffic laws
- Teen driving laws
- Safety guidelines
- Losing your driving privileges
As your go-to guide, you need to read everything. Study the information like you would for a school test. If using your laptop or tablet, use apps to highlight important points. This makes it easy to re-read the guide.
You need to know that the driver’s permit test questions are usually based on information found in this guide.
2. Take the Practice Tests
While studying helps you learn, it’s not enough to pass your driver’s permit test. It would be best if you take practice tests. Practice tests contain questions randomly selected from a database containing hundreds of questions.
These questions help you to prepare for the real test. First off, you’ll familiarize yourself with the style and the phrasing of the questions. Being aware of the test format and how the questions appear will increase your chances of passing the driver’s permit test.
Besides understanding the test better, practice tests help you learn the material effectively. People who create tests want to catch the learner’s off guard. As such, they will reference things you might not have much time to study. While reading the driver’s manual helps you memorize, practice tests ensure you’re 100% prepared.
It also helps you retain the information much better. Practice tests enhance your confidence. As said earlier, tests are nerve-wracking, and many people freak out, failing the test. Taking practice tests prepares you in advance, giving you the confidence to face the real exam.
3. Have the Necessary Documents
Before taking the driver’s permit test, you must meet all the requirements. One of those requirements is having the right documents. According to the Department of Driving Services, you’ll need the following documents. Make sure to collect them before the exam.
- Proof of identity – birth certificate, passport, etc
- Proof of social security number – social security card, W-2, etc
- Proof of US citizenship
- Proof of residence – financial statement, utility bill, etc
You’ll also require to have your Georgia DDS Certificate of Attendance notarized by your high school. This form is valid for 30 days.
4. Must Attain a Score of 75% or Higher
The driver’s permit test must start 30 minutes to allow for adequate time for testing and issuance. The candidate is also required to attain a score of 75% or higher. That means, out of the 40 questions in the driver’s permit test, you must answer 30 or more correctly.
The test is divided as follows:
- Road Rules test
- Road Signs test
The Road Rules test consists of questions about driver responsibility and safe driving practices. This test is available in English. To pass, you must answer 15 out of 20 questions.
Next is the Road Signs Test. It consists of questions about the meaning of standard highway signs. Basically, you’ll identify road signals, markers, and signs. This test is available in English only. The candidate must read and understand simple English as used in directional signs and highway traffic markers.
Like the Road Rules test, you must answer 15 out of the 20 questions. This means that you’re only allowed to get five questions wrong in each section. If you pass one section and fail the other, the Department of Driving Services will require you to retake the section you failed.
5. How to Schedule for Your Driver’s Permit Test?
The GA Department of Driver Services has an online portal where you can schedule the test. You can also visit your local Department of Driver Services or call the contact center. You must begin taking the driver’s permit test 30 minutes before closing.
Applicants who fail the test once will retake the test. For a second, third, or subsequent time, the applicant must wait for at least seven days. There is a 30 day waiting period to retest for applicants who fail the Road Skills Test due to traffic violations or traffic accidents.
Please note, all retesting is subject to reservation availability.
Final Thoughts
You must not bring your cell phones, tablets, and laptops to the testing center. Also, pens, pencils, paper, and other items are prohibited in the testing area. You must not speak to other applicants during the test.
When you obtain your driver’s permit, you have the permission to drive only with a passenger aged 21 years or older. You must also have your unexpired Class C driver’s license.