South Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. What is engine braking? Using the engine kill switch to stop the motorcycle. Downshifting through gears to slow the motorcycle. Where your engine stops working. Upshifting to gain speed on hills.

2. Under what conditions must you stop at a railroad crossing? A stop sign. All of the answers listed. Instructed by a flagman Flashing red signals. Any other device to warn of an oncoming train.

3. The primary traveling aids for a blind person include A red cane or a trained guide cat. A white cane or a wheelchair. A red cane or a trained guide dog A white cane or a trained guide dog.

4. What does the left hand lever control? The gear shifter. The rear brake. The clutch. The front brake.

5. What does the hand and arm extended downward indicate? A left turn. A stop or decreased speed. An increase in speed A right turn. To tell another driver to pass you.

6. If a vehicle enters your path, you should Flash your brake light. Tailgate the vehicle. Move away from the vehicle Beep your horn.

7. Rolling on the throttle should be done in which of the following situations? Passing a row of parked cars. To help stabilize while in a turn. Descending a hill. Preparing to stop.

8. Which of the following does not affect your blood alcohol concentration? The amount of alcohol. How fast you drink. Time of day. Your weight.

9. Besides a person walking on foot, who else is considered a pedestrian? A person with a disability on a tricycle or quadricycle . Those on a skateboard. A person with a disability on a wheelchair All of the answers listed. Those on roller skates.

10. 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.

11. Which of the following is true in regards to getting to know your motorcycle? You should be familiar with its controls. You should know how to shift smoothly. All of the answers listed You should use both brakes any time you slow or stop. You should know how to properly accelerate.

12. What do the regulations of mopeds govern? Govern the equipment required. Both govern the equipment required and the proper use of the moped. Where mopeds can be operated Govern the proper use of the moped. Who is allowed to sell a moped.

13. If a dog begins to chase you while you are riding, you should Stop until the owner is found. Call animal protection. Approach the animal and speed away Kick the dog.

14. You have almost no chance of surviving a crash if you are traveling above: 45 mph. 60 mph. 80 mph 50 mph. 70 mph.

15. When you see a yield sign on your way or at an intersection, you must Slow down and change your lane position. Slow down to a reasonable speed and yield right-of-way to all vehicles. Slow down and take a detour Not proceed through the road or intersection.

16. The best way to discourage other vehicles from trying to share a lane with you is by Maintaining a center of the lane position. Beeping your horn. Avoiding driving on narrow roads Changing lanes periodically.

17. What are the minimum liability insurance limits for injury to one person, injury to two persons, and property damage? $20,000, $40,000, $20,000, respectively. $50,000, $100,000, $50,000, respectively. $25,000, $50,000, $25,000, respectively $25,000, $50,000, $20,000, respectively. $30,000, $60,000, $30,000, respectively.

18. Which of the following does not increase your safety when riding at night? Passing slower vehicles. Wearing reflective coating. Changing your lane position. Decreasing your speed.

19. When you park, which wheel should be touching the curb? Neither wheel. Both wheels. The front. The rear.

20. A motorcycle with what brake horsepower or less may not be ridden on limited access highways? Five brake horsepower or less. Eight brake horsepower or less. Six brake horsepower or less Nine brake horsepower or less. Seven brake horsepower or less.

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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.