SOUTH CAROLINA DMV WRITTEN TEST
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Anyone operating a motor vehicle or motorcycle on public roadways in South Carolina must have a driver license or learner's permit. To apply for a learner's permit, you must be 15 years of age or older. You must provide a birth certificate, proof of residency, social security card or equivalent, and must pass the vision and knowledge tests. The South Carolina written knowledge test covers the contents of the South Carolina Driver's Manual, and includes questions on road signs, road rules and safe driving practices. The SC DMV written test consists of 30 questions, and you'll need at least 24 correct answers to pass (80% or higher). Practice with this sample DMV test to get ready for the official South Carolina driver's license test.
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This sign means:
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The road is curving sharply to the left.
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Construction zone ahead.
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Warning: traffic is coming from the right.
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_________________ if your vehicle is equipped with air bags.
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Never use your seat belts
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Always use your seat belts even
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The use of seat belts is optional
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With conventional brakes, the correct way to stop in an emergency situation where traction is lost and the car slides is by pumping the brakes.
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False.
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True.
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4.
When you see a sign indicating that you are approaching your exit, you should:
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Signal and move into the exit lane as soon as you reach it.
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Reduce your speed to the posted exit speed.
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All of the above.
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Drivers must yield to pedestrians:
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If a pedestrian steps into traffic without looking both ways.
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If the pedestrian is waiting for a ‘Walk’ signal.
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If the pedestrian signals to the driver that the driver must stop.
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At a four way stop, the driver who stops first should be permitted to go first.
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True.
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False.
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Drivers are required to stop upon meeting a stopped school bus when traveling in the opposite direction on a multi-lane highway.
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False.
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True.
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8.
What is the “slow moving vehicle” symbol?
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A reflective orange triangle.
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A reflective white triangle.
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A reflective yellow square.
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9.
When you are backing up, it is usually best to:
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Steer with one hand, while looking out the rear window.
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Steer with both hands, open the left door and look back.
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Steer with both hands, look into the rearview mirror and back up slowly.
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10.
This white sign means:
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Stop at the railroad tracks and wait for a signal before crossing.
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Look, listen and prepare to stop at the crossing if necessary.
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Railroad crossing is controlled. Continue at your regular speed.
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