South Carolina DMV Driving Test

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1. The most effective safety restraints in a traffic crash are No safety restraint. Air bag only. Lap and shoulder belt only. Combination lap/shoulder belt and air bag.

2. How many valid driver's licenses are you allowed to have? 1 5 3 4 2

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

4. 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

5. Drinking alcohol and driving is A minor traffic safety problem. A serious traffic safety problem. Safe if you only have a few drinks Only dangerous to the driver who drinks.

6. Roads with double solid yellow line markings in the center indicate that passing is: Allowed in both directions. Allowed only in your direction of travel. Not allowed in either direction

7. Driving slower than other traffic tends to: Make an accident more likely to happen. Make an accident less likely to happen. Not change the chances of having an accident. Is a defensive driving technique.

8. What is a crosswalk? An area designated for road construction workers. Another name for a 4-way intersection. The area where pedestrians may cross the roadway.

9. What is one thing you shouldn't do in the event of brake failure? Apply the parking brake. Blow your horn. Pump the brakes Try and safely exit the car if it will not stop. Shift to a lower gear.

10. You may pass another vehicle on the right if it is waiting to Turn right. Turn left. Park at the curb. Turn into a driveway on the right.

11. If you have an out of state permit, ____ may go towards the state's 180 day wait requirement, which necessitates applicants wait 180 days before taking the road test. As many days that you have held the permit. Only 20 days. Only 25 days Only 30 days. Only 60 days.

12. When making a left turn at a controlled intersection, a motorist must yield to Traffic behind. Vehicles on the right. Oncoming traffic Vehicles turning right.

13. 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.

14. You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle by: Driving as near to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping. Moving into the right lane and driving slowly until it has passed. Stopping immediately, even if you are in an intersection. Accelerate to get out of the way of the emergency vehicle.

15. Most serious accidents happen at what time of day? Morning. Afternoon. Twilight-darkness. Serious accidents happen at about the same rate throughout the day.

16. More than how many spotlights installed is considered to be illegal equipment? 2 4 3 5 1

17. If you travel into heavy thick smoke what should you do? All of the answers listed. Get off of the traveled portion of the road. Turn on your hazard lights Slow down. Turn on your low beams.

18. Before getting out of your car, after parking at a two-way street curb, you should: Make sure you are parked at least two feet from the curb. Turn your front wheels toward the curb. Look for cars or bicycles on the traffic side of your vehicle. Turn your wheel away from the curb.

19. Where should you start making a u-turn when driving on a divided street with multiple lanes in your direction? On the shoulder. In the left lane. In the median. Any of the above.

20. When you want to overtake and pass another vehicle you should Wait for a signal from the other driver. Change lanes quickly so the other driver will see you. Signal and pass when safe to do so Stay close behind so you need less time to pass.

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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.