South Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. What are two ways to avoid obstacles in your path? Sliding and swerving. Sliding and skidding. Stopping and sliding. Stopping and swerving.

2. In countersteering to initiate a turn, pushing the right handgrip will allow the motorcycle to Stay straight on course. Turn left. Make a u-turn only Turn right.

3. When being passed by another vehicle, you must be alert for Extended side mirrors. Blasts of wind. Things being thrown from the vehicle All of these things.

4. Convex side mirrors on motorcycles make cars seem Farther away than they are. Bigger than they are. Smaller than they are Closer than they are.

5. What does the right foot pedal control? The gear shifter. The clutch. The rear brake. The front brake.

6. Motorcyclists may find it challenging to maintain safe control on surfaces with poor traction, such as Lane markings, steel plates, and manhole covers. Mud, snow, and ice. Wet pavement and gravel roads All of the above.

7. What are some factors that may intervene with how quickly you are able to stop your vehicle? All of the answers listed. Weight of the vehicle. Condition of brakes and tires The road and weather conditions. Your own reaction.

8. What are the basic requirements to obtain a non-commercial class e or f driver's license? Understand the meaning of the different traffic signs, signals and pavement markings. Passing an eye exam. Have your vehicle in good condition All of the answers listed. Be physically and mentally able to drive.

9. Which of the following is not a basic requirement for obtaining a non-commercial class e or f driver's license? You must be at least 25 years of age. You must be physically and mentally able to drive. You must have your vehicle in good condition You must pass an eye examination.

10. How is maximum straight line braking achieved? Apply only the rear brake. Apply only the front brake. Pull the kill engine switch Fully apply both brakes.

11. What does a green arrow indicate? Come to a complete stop. The red stop light will appear soon. Proceed only after yielding the right of way A warning that there are hazardous conditions in the road where the arrow is pointing. You are only to proceed in the direction where the arrow is indicating.

12. While driving in the city and looking ahead for hazards, you should be checking at least ____ ahead. Three blocks. Two blocks. One block. One-half block.

13. Which of the following statements is not true about blind spots? You have two blind-spot areas to the left and right back sides of your car. Don't drive in another driver's blind spot. Larger vehicles have smaller blind spots The best way to compensate for blind spots is to turn and glance over either shoulder.

14. What in a vehicle will remind you to buckle up? A light on the dash will flash. A buzzer will sound. Your car will not start Your horn will sound. Both a light on the dash will flash and a buzzer will sound.

15. Which of the following should be checked before each ride? Brakes. Clutch and throttle. Tires. All of these.

16. What equipment must you have on your moped in south carolina? All of the answers listed. At least one rear view mirror. Operable running lights Operable pedals if equipped with pedals. Brake lights that activate upon usage of either brake.

17. The rules of the road are intended to make you more aware of: All of the listed answers. Pavement markings. Signs Traffic-control devices.

18. Which is not a correct method of braking that vehicle operators must be aware of? Learning the art of braking a vehicle dependent on the situation. Applying gentle, gradual pressure to the brake pedal. Never applying the brake so hard that the tires skid and lose traction or jerks the vehicle to a stop None of the answers listed. Using the left foot to brake.

19. ____ drugs can affect your ability to ride. Prescription. Illegal. Everyday. All of the above.

20. To handle slippery surfaces, you need to Avoid sudden moves. Slow down before you get to a slippery surface. Use both brakes when making a quick stop. All of these answers are correct.

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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.