South Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. If you are under 21 years of age, your license will be suspended if your BAC is equal to or greater than which of the following? 0.01 0.02 0.01 0.01

2. An adequate space cushion between yourself and the vehicle ahead of you is at least ____ seconds 2 6 3 4

3. The most likely place for a collision is An intersection. A multilane highway. A school zone A residential area.

4. When you are traveling on a two-lane road and a vehicle ahead of you stops for a pedestrian, you must Not pass the stopped vehicle. Change lanes and pass the vehicle quickly. Reduce your speed and pass the vehicle slowly Alert the stopped vehicle to take a detour.

5. What is the wrong thing to do when driving at night? You should be sure to drive at a speed where you can stop within the distance lit by your headlights. You should look away from the headlights of a vehicle where the driver failed to dim his high beams. You should drive with low beams when on a well lighted or heavily traveled road You should dim your high beams when you are within 300 feet of an approaching vehicle. You should turn on your headlights from a half hour after sunset until a half hour before sunrise.

6. Which of the following should you consider when choosing a motorcycle? All of the answers listed. Be aware of the motorcycle's limitations. Have the proper size of motorcycle for your size Have the proper size for your weight. Maintain the motorcycle in good repair.

7. Adjust your side mirrors so you will be able to see Everything to the sides and rear. Behind you and part of the lane beside you. Only beside your vehicle Only behind your vehicle.

8. What is the neutral stick shift gear? For steady forward driving usage. To increase the speed of the vehicle. The gear your vehicle should be on when starting the engine Cruising gear for higher speeds. To start the car in motion.

9. Motorcycles can slip on grease left by cars on the road. where are these most likely to be found? On multilane highways. On bridges and overpasses. On gravel roads. At busy intersections.

10. Riding alongside a car can be dangerous because You could be hit by an extended side mirror. Objects may be thrown out the window. You may be riding in a blind spot Any of these could happen.

11. When approaching an intersection, you should select a lane position to Reduce your following distance. Increase your visibility to other vehicle operators. Increase your speed and pass quickly Do all of the above.

12. Rising off the seat slightly Should be done to fix a wobble. Should only be done by experienced drivers. Helps use your knees and elbows to absorb shock Is prohibited while riding motorcycles.

13. When the yellow lights are flashing, all drivers approaching ____must obey the posted speed limit of 20 mph. A construction zone. A school zone. A railroad crossing. An expressway.

14. If your front wheel locks, you should Continue applying the brake. Release the brake and reapply it smoothly. Use the rear brake only Release the rear brake only.

15. In which of these situations would you use the engine cut-off switch? When your throttle is stuck. When being followed by a tailgater. When you need to avoid slipping on slippery surfaces. When you need to stop quickly.

16. What can you do to help keep your balance in turns? Keep your knees against the gas tank. Slow down before the turn. Crouch down low Pull in the clutch and coast.

17. Which of the following is true concerning flooded roads? Loss of control of your vehicle only occurs when the water is 2 feet or more high. If water appears shallow enough to cross, you may do so. You should drive through flooded areas None of the answers listed. Two feet of moving water can move most vehicles and carry them away.

18. When a passenger is riding with you, they should Also have their motorcycle license. Lean as you lean. Lean back to balance the motorcycle Wear a motorcycle lap belt.

19. What controls the front brake? The left foot pedal. The left hand lever. The right hand lever. The right foot pedal.

20. Which of the following driving maneuvers may the examiner ask of you to perform? All of the answers listed. Your ability to judge the position of the front bumper with respect to a fixed line. If you are able to back your vehicle into a narrow space and stop with the rear of the vehicle within a specified distance of the back limits of the space Your ability to keep the truck under control while moving backward with the use of mirrors. Your ability to maneuver your vehicle in and out of tight places.

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About Motorcycle Permit Practice Tests

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.