South Carolina DMV Driving Test

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1. Under south carolina law, which motorcycle operators and passengers must wear approved motorcycle helmets or eye protection and when? All motorcycle operators and passengers in south carolina must wear approved helmets at all times when riding a motorcycle on weekends and major holidays. All motorcycle operators and passengers in south carolina must wear approved helmets at all times when riding a motorcycle. All motorcycle operators and passengers in south carolina over the age of 85 must wear approved helmets at all times when riding a motorcycle No motorcycle operators or passengers in south carolina must wear approved helmets at all times when riding a motorcycle. All motorcycle operators and passengers under the age of 21 in south carolina must wear approved helmets and eye protection at all times when riding a motorcycle.

2. Flag persons are often located on highways and in work zones To stop, slow, or guide traffic safely through construction areas. To report accidents to the police department and insurance companies. To slow vehicles to a lower speed limit posted ahead To determine the amount of alcohol in a driver's blood.

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

4. What is a common factor in the traffic deaths of teenage drivers? Slow reflexes. Fear of taking risks. Lack of driving skill. Driving too slow.

5. To turn left from a one-way street onto a one-way street, use: The lane closest to the left curb. Any lane as long as it is safe. The lane closest to the right curb. Any lane that is not occupied.

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

7. What should you do when you are going to enter a roadway from a private road Blow your horn to warn cars you are entering the roadway. Stop with part of the car on the roadway to warn other drivers. Drive out fast to merge smoothly with the traffic. Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and roadway traffic.

8. Which of these statements is true about road construction zones You are responsible for the safety of the road workers. Slow down only if you think workers are present. Fines are the same for violations committed in construction zones. None of the above.

9. Before changing lanes or attempting to pass another vehicle, you should: Check your blind spots, mirrors, and look over shoulder toward the rear. Signal your intention before changing lanes. All of the above

10. When should a driver make use of their horn? Only for warning purposes. To alert drivers to pass them. When they are cut off To notify someone that they should speed up. When they are being tailgated.

11. Why should drivers and passengers adjust seat headrests in motor vehicles? It helps people relax, relieving the stress of driving. It helps people avoid and reduce the severity of neck injuries. It lets people maintain their hair styles. Tired people can prop up their heads, helping them stay alert.

12. What does a broken yellow line indicate? Indicate division of lanes of traffic going in the opposite direction. You are on a two-lane road and can expect oncoming traffic in the lane to the left of the line. It is illegal to cross the marking from either direction in order to pass another vehicle You are on a two-lane road and can expect oncoming traffic in the lane to the right of the line. Indicate division of lanes of traffic going in the same direction.

13. You drive along a street and hear a siren. you cannot immediately see the emergency vehicle. you should Keep driving until you see the vehicle. Pull to the curb and look to see if it is on your street. Slow down but don't stop until you see it. Speed up and turn at the next intersection.

14. Which of the following lights are required if you are riding your moped at night? A gas tank light. A light on the front. Both a light on the front and a rear tail light A rear tail light. Lights on your tires.

15. Which of the following are appropriate tips for interstate driving? After leaving the interstate, be sure to adjust your speed downward for other types of highways. When entering an interstate, increase your speed in the acceleration lane up to a speed that will allow you to move into a gap between vehicles. Yield to other cars already on the interstate but avoid bringing your vehicle to a complete stop Do not back up on an interstate. All of the answers listed.

16. When a car with bright headlights comes toward you at night, you should: Look below the lights. Look toward the right edge of your lane. Allow other driver to pass

17. What is one reason for license revocation? All of the answers listed. You are involved in any accident in which someone is killed or injured and you fail to stop and help. You are found guilty of killing any person while driving a car in a careless manner You are convicted of driving a motor vehicle engaged in a race on a public street or highway. You are found guilty of any felony in which a motor vehicle is used.

18. Which of the following methods is used to turn around on a narrow, two-way street? A 4-point turn method. A two-point turn method. A single-point turn method. A three-point turn method.

19. When you are driving slowly in the freeway fast lane, blocking traffic which wishes to pass, you should: Change lanes to the right when it is safe to do so. Only change lanes when there are five or more vehicles behind you. Not change lanes when you are driving the speed limit. Turn your emergency lights on to signal other vehicles that they need to use another lane.

20. If you have an emergency on the interstate, you should pull over and Flash your headlights. Raise your hood. Call the police Remain in your vehicle.

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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.