South Carolina DMV Driving Test

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1. You may drive in a bike lane: During rush hour traffic if bicycles are not present. No more than 200 feet before making right turn. Whenever bicycles are not present. Any time.

2. A pedestrian crossing at the corner has the right-of-way: At marked crosswalks only. At marked or unmarked crosswalks. Only at intersections controlled by signals, lights, or stop signs. Only at intersections controlled by traffic signals.

3. When driving near road construction zones, you should Pass the construction zone carefully and avoid rubbernecking. Step on your brakes just before you pass the construction zone. Slow down to watch the construction as you pass. Honk your horn to warn the workers that you are approaching.

4. What should you do if your engine stalls while you are driving? Hold your steering wheel tightly (power steering is difficult). Shift your transmission to neutral. Try to re-start, if unable, stop off road, using 4-way flashers. All of the above.

5. You should use your vehicle's horn when: Approaching bicyclists. You are involved in an emergency situation. Traffic ahead of you is traveling below the speed limit. All of the above.

6. When you are backing up, it is usually best to: Steer with one hand, while looking into the rearview mirror. Open the left door and look back. Steer with both hands while looking into the rearview mirror Steer with one hand, while looking out the rear window.

7. What statement about making a left turn is true? You cannot make a left turn at a red traffic light. You should swing wide into the right lane when making a left turn. When making a left turn onto a 4 lane roadway, finish the turn in the far right lane

8. Drivers are not required to stop upon meeting a stopped school bus when traveling in the opposite direction on a multi-lane highway. False. True.

9. When approaching a curve or hilltop and you can not clearly view the road ahead, you should: Slow down so you can stop if necessary. Use your high beam lights to be more visible. Pull over and wait for conditions to improve. Honk the horn so other drivers notice you.

10. In a parking space reserved for people with disabilities, a non-disabled driver May park in an emergency. May not park, but stop in an emergency. May not park or stop, but may stand in an emergency May neither park, stop nor stand.

11. A two-headed arrow with one head pointing straight ahead and the other pointing to the left means that You may only turn right. You may only turn left. You may either proceed straight ahead or merge left You may either proceed straight ahead or turn left.

12. If you are driving on a road with 3 or more lanes, you should stay ____, except when passing another vehicle. In the middle lane. In the extreme right lane. In the extreme left lane. On the shoulder of the road.

13. What should you do if there are traffic officers around? Drive as you normally would. Go with the posted speed limits. Obey what they instruct Only obey them if there is a funeral procession going on. None of the answers listed.

14. Who must wear seat belts in your vehicle: Only passengers and not the driver. All passengers, including the driver. Passengers on the driver's side of the car

15. To improve visibility caused by rain or fog, drivers should use: High beam headlights. Low beam headlights. Parking lights

16. Which of the following is true concerning right of way in south carolina? If two vehicles enter an intersection that has no signals or signs, the driver on the left must yield to the driver on their right. None of the answers listed. The term 'right of way' applies to those who have been given the right to proceed by the state of south carolina You do not have to yield to pedestrians if you think it's your turn to go. Right of way does not describe who must yield.

17. When does a moped license expire? On the licensee's birthday every 3 years. On the licensee's birthday every five years. On the licensee's birthday every 4 years On the licensee's birthday every six years. On the licensee's birthday every ten years.

18. When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way Either one. Vehicle on the left. Vehicle on the right. Neither one.

19. When there are two solid yellow lines in the center, passing is Permitted in one direction. Permitted in both directions. Permitted for heavy vehicles Not permitted in either direction.

20. When driving on gravel or dirt, you must slow down because Your tires get more grip on dirt roads. You do not have much traction. The dirt may cover the windshield It is unpleasant to drive fast.

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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.