South Dakota DMV Driving Test

Pass the South Dakota Permit Test the first time with our FREE South Dakota Practice Tests. Study real driving permit test questions from the DMV handbook!.

1. What are the colors of a sign which tells you the distance to the next exit of a highway?
2. Drivers must use bright lights only when driving
3. To avoid sudden last-minute moves, how far ahead should you look when scanning the road for hazards?
4. Just like alcohol and other drugs, driving while drowsy can:
5. Roads with double solid yellow line markings in the center indicate that passing is:
6. This sign warns drivers of
7. You may drive around or under a gate that is being lowered or raised at a railroad crossing
8. When driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice:
9. Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol content)
10. Which is true of large buses?
11. Other drivers are not making room for you to merge onto a freeway with heavy traffic. if it is absolutely necessary, you may:
12. Which of the following is not appropriate assistance for someone injured in an accident?
13. Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if:
14. When making a left or right turn at any intersection, you must yield the right-of-way to
15. Stopping on the pavement or shoulder while driving is permitted only
16. When driving in a construction zone:
17. This red flashing signal light indicates that you must ____ before going further.
18. This sign warns that
19. Which of these statements is true about drinking alcohol and driving?
20. When you want to pass a large truck in the center of 3 lanes, it is best to pass:
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About Permit Practice Tests

To operate a motorcycle in South Dakota, you must have a motorcycle instruction permit or a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS). You can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit at age 14 and a motorcycle license at age 16. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the knowledge exam, and the motorcycle driving test.

Tests are scheduled online or through the DPS. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about safe riding practices and road rules. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle driving test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.