SOUTH CAROLINA DMV PERMIT 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.
1. 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.
True.
False.
2. Which of the following statements is correct?
When the traffic control signal you are approaching is yellow, you should slow down and stop.
When the traffic control signal you are approaching is yellow, you should speed up and pass it.
When the traffic control signal you are approaching is green, you can speed up to pass it.
3. This road sign means:
school crossing sign
Do not enter.
Pedestrian crossing.
School crossing.
4. When approaching a curve, remember to:
Slow down before entering the curve.
Drive at the posted speed limit as you enter the curve, then slow down gradually.
Accelerate slightly before entering the curve.
5. Drivers should __________ share the lane with a motorcycle.
always attempt to
never attempt to
slow down and
6. If you are stopped by a police officer, you should:
Stop your vehicle as far away from traffic as possible.
Pull over to the right side of the road.
All of the above.
7. What are some telltale signs of a drunk driver?
Driving slower than the normal flow of traffic.
Sudden stops.
All of the above.
8. This road sign means:
curve speed reduction
Drive no less than 40 MPH around the curve ahead.
The speed limit after the curve ahead is 40 MPH.
Curve ahead, the recommended speed is 40 MPH or less.
9. When driving in work zones you should:
Gradually come to a complete stop and wait for a flagger to guide traffic safely through the work zone.
Maintain high speed to minimize the time spent in the area.
Carefully watch for workers and moving equipment.
10. When children are close, what should you do before you back out of a driveway?
Get out of the car and check behind the car.
Rely on your mirrors.
Look through your back window for children.
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