South Carolina DMV Driving Test

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1. To avoid sudden last-minute moves, how far ahead should you look when scanning the road for hazards? 4 to six seconds. Six to eight seconds. 10 to 15 seconds. 15 to 30 seconds.

2. Borrowing a disabled placard from a friend who is not with you is permitted only Borrowing a placard is never permitted. If the disabled friend will not be using it that day. If you are driving their vehicle as well In emergency situations.

3. When a vehicle is hydroplaning the: Windshield wipers cannot keep the windshield clear of rain. Tires lose contact with the road surface. Spray from large trucks reduce visibility.

4. When parked on any hill, you should always set your parking brake and: Place your engine gear into the parked position. Keep your front wheels parallel to the road. Leave your vehicle in neutral. Turn your wheels towards the curb.

5. If an emergency vehicle is approaching you with a siren and flashing lights on, you are required to Stop immediately wherever you are. Continue at the same speed. Pull over to the right edge of the road Increase your speed and clear the lane.

6. A ____ indicates the outer edge of the traffic lane, and it may be crossed only by traffic moving to or from the shoulder. Solid white line. Broken yellow line. Broken white line. Solid yellow line.

7. Drinking alcohol and driving is A minor traffic safety problem. A serious traffic safety problem. Safe if you only have a few drinks Only dangerous to the driver who drinks.

8. When a stop line is present at a stop sign, drivers must stop: Only if pedestrians are in the crosswalk. At the line. At a point that it is clear to see in all directions

9. Hydroplaning occurs when tires ride on a thin film of water instead of the road. to prevent hydroplaning, you should: Put on your cruise control to maintain a constant speed. Slow down. Move to the shoulder of the road immediately

10. 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.

11. Which of the following signs is an example of a regulatory sign? A do not enter sign. A stop sign. A yield sign All of the answers listed. A wrong way sign.

12. What is an example of a winter driving technique? If there is snow or ice, increase following distances. All of the answers listed. Exercise caution when approaching intersections Apply brakes gently. Travel in the tracks of where other vehicles have been.

13. You should not make sudden stops in front of large trucks and buses because: Large trucks and buses travel at a higher rate of speed than small vehicles. Large trucks and buses, due to size and weight, take longer to stop than cars. Small vehicle drivers cannot adequately see large trucks and buses in their rearview mirror

14. Talking or texting on a cell phone while driving will not significantly increase your chances for a crash. False. True.

15. When it starts raining or snowing enough to turn on your windshield wipers, it is also time to: Pull over to the side of the road. Shift into a lower gear. Turn on your headlights

16. What are the maximum un-posted speed limits for both urban areas and rural areas? 25 mph for the urban area and 45 mph for the rural area. 30 mph for the urban area and 55 mph for the rural area. 35 mph for the urban area and 55 mph for the rural area 35 mph for the urban area and 45 mph for the rural area. 30 mph for the urban area and 45 mph for the rural area.

17. Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol Decreases blood alcohol content. Cancels the effect of the alcohol. Has no effect on blood alcohol content Increases blood alcohol content.

18. The handbook covers ____ laws. All of the. The trivial. The important The silly.

19. What does a broken yellow line indicate? Indicate division of lanes of traffic going in the opposite direction. You are on a two-lane road and can expect oncoming traffic in the lane to the left of the line. It is illegal to cross the marking from either direction in order to pass another vehicle You are on a two-lane road and can expect oncoming traffic in the lane to the right of the line. Indicate division of lanes of traffic going in the same direction.

20. If there are 3 or more lanes going in the same direction on a highway, the ____ are usually the smoothest, in terms of the flow of traffic. Middle lanes. Accelerating lanes. Right lanes. Left lanes.

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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.