South Carolina DMV Driving Test

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1. Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a: Station wagon. Large tour bus. Passenger car. All of the above.

2. A roundabout is a circular intersection in which vehicles travel around a center island in ____ direction. Any. A straight-line. A counterclockwise. A clockwise.

3. If a driver behind you repeatedly flashes his/her headlights, you should Get out of the way. Switch on your low-beam lights. Switch on your high-beam lights Increase your vehicle speed and move ahead.

4. You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle by: Driving as near to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping. Moving into the right lane and driving slowly until it has passed. Stopping immediately, even if you are in an intersection. Accelerate to get out of the way of the emergency vehicle.

5. While driving on a road with only one lane on your side, there is an emergency vehicle pulled over on your side of the road. you should Stop until you can see it is safe to proceed. Straddle the center line while passing the emergency vehicle. Keep driving at the same speed, but pay careful attention. Slow down and use caution as you pass.

6. You want to park downhill on a two-way road and there is no curb. which way do you turn your front wheels? Left. Right. So they face straight ahead. Away from the curb.

7. How old must you be to get a motorcycle learner's permit? 14 years old. 17 years old. 15 years old 16 years old. 18 years old.

8. What does this road sign represent?

Keep to the right of the divided highway. Traffic is merging ahead. One-way traffic is ahead The divided highway ends ahead.

9. Which of the following may you be tested on? All of the answers listed. Choosing safe speeds while going straight and turning. Selecting the correct path and staying there Performing normal and quick turns. Performing normal and quick stops.

10. A good safety rule, when you are sure you have a legal right-of-way, is: Always take it. Never insist on it. Always let the other driver have it.

11. When should you use your horn? None of the answers listed. When some upsets you. To make noise When it is used as a warning device. Whenever you feel like it.

12. Which statements about passing another vehicle on a two-lane road are true: Signal at least 100 feet prior to the lane change and ensure there is no oncoming traffic. Use your mirrors and look over your left shoulder to check your blind spot. Wait until you can see both headlights of the other car you've passed in your rearview mirror before returning to the right lane All of the above.

13. A no parking sign at a certain location means You may never stop your vehicle there. You may stop temporarily to load or unload passengers. You may park there if the driver remains in the vehicle You may leave your vehicle unattended for less than 5 minutes.

14. If an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is traveling in the area you are driving, you should: Make every effort to give them a clear path of travel. Stop your vehicle in the lane you are traveling and prevent them from passing. Speed up Signal the emergency vehicle when it is clear to pass you.

15. Which of the following is not a true statement about safety belts? Seat belts should be worn low and snug on the hips and tight across the shoulder. They keep you from being thrown from the car. You will be trapped after an accident if you wear a safety belt They slow your body down with your car.

16. This sign indicates that

The driver wants to stop. The driver wants to make a right turn. The driver wants to make a left turn. The driver wants to slow down.

17. Which of the following should be done before entering a curve, in order to avoid a skid while driving? Increase the speed by pressing on the gas pedal. Turn on the headlights to have a clear view ahead. Shift to a lower gear Reduce the speed by applying brakes.

18. The basic color for temporary signs in work zones used in construction and maintenance work areas have a(n) ____ background with ____ lettering: Orange background / black lettering. Red background / green lettering. Yellow background / blue lettering.

19. Anything that requires you to ____ could cause you to crash. Take your hands off the wheel. Take your eyes off the road. All of the above. Take your attention away from the driving task.

20. Which of the following does not affect the concentration of alcohol in the blood stream? Body weight. Period of time over which the alcohol was consumed. Alcohol content. Time of day when the alcohol is consumed.

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To operate a motorcycle in South Carolina, you must have a motorcycle beginner's permit or a Class M license. Licenses are issued by the state's Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV). You can apply for a motorcycle beginner's permit at age 15 and a Class M license after holding a permit for 180 days. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle beginner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. You must hold a permit for 180 days before you can receive a Class M license. Applicants who are 15 or 16 years old will also need to successfully complete a driver's education course. To receive a Class M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle rider skills test, and pay the fees.

Tests are scheduled through the SCDMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about road rules and safe riding. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail, you may have to wait two weeks before you can retest.