South Carolina DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. Half of all motorcycle crashes are caused by Riding while under the influence. Not wearing proper gear. Drivers entering the rider's right-of-way Faulty traffic signals.

2. Which of the following is an example of an item you will be tested on when taking the road test? Backing. Stopping smoothly. All of the answers listed Parallel parking. Stopping at stop signs.

3. Most motorcycle crashes happen On gravel roads. On long trips. On short trips In parking lots.

4. Those over which age and under which age receive a five year license? 50 years or older and under 17 years of age. 62 years or older and under 18 years of age. 65 years or older and under 17 years of age 55 years or older and under 18 years of age. 60 years or older and under 19 years of age.

5. When you are preparing to pass a vehicle, your motorcycle should be positioned in ____ of the lane. The left portion. The right portion. Any portion. The center portion.

6. To cross railroad tracks safely, you should cross them at an angle of at least ____ degrees. 45 120 20 90

7. Secondary roads carry which kind of traffic? Emergency vehicle traffic. Heavy rush hour traffic. Heavy traffic during adverse conditions Non-heavy traffic. None of the answers listed.

8. When is it permissible under south carolina law to dispose of a cigarette butt out the side window or door from a motor vehicle? Along country roads. On weekends and major holidays. When an operator has no room in their vehicle ashtray for it Whenever there is no one there to observe it. It is never permissible to dispose of a cigarette butt from a motor vehicle window.

9. 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.

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

11. Which of the following is a way to reduce your reaction time? Decrease your following distance. Cover the clutch and brakes. Hover your feet above the ground Lock your elbows when riding.

12. A hazardous place for motorcycles to travel is At intersections. On rural roads. On freeways In school zones.

13. Why can pulling off to the side of the road be more hazardous to motorcycles than cars? The shoulder is often sandy and may provide less traction. It is illegal for motorcycles to park on the side of the road. Motorcycles require a curb to park against It is more difficult for motorcycles to stop quickly.

14. Where are guide signs used in south carolina? In commercial areas. In residential areas. On the interstates Near a school zone.

15. Which of the following surfaces is the most hazardous for a motorcycle to ride on? Multi-lane highways. Gravel roads. Newly paved roads. Rural roads.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. When approaching an intersection where a vehicle may cross your path Always yield to vehicles approaching the intersection. Cover the clutch and brake to reduce your reaction time. Beep your horn to warn other drivers Come to a complete stop even if you have the right-of-way.

19. The edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because The pavement is poor quality. It is not driven on often. Dirt and gravel provide little traction There is poor visibility.

20. To obtain a conditional driver's license, you must have completed how many hours of driving practice at night time? 10 12 15 5 8

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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.