South Carolina DMV Driving Test (2023) - FREE Practice Permit Test

1. If a pedestrian is in the middle of the street when your signal light changes to green, you should:

proceed because you have the right-of-way.
proceed unless the pedestrian is in your lane.
wait until the pedestrian crosses the street before proceeding.

2. When following a motorcycle, drivers must remember that motorcycles can ____________ than other vehicles.

3. A flashing red light means:

The light will soon change to steady red.
Drive with caution.
The same as a STOP sign.

4. These are:

5. Due to their size and weight, trucks and buses take longer to stop than cars.

False
True

6. What should you do if your headlights suddenly go out?

Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.
Brake immediately and activate your emergency lights.
Use your emergency lights, parking lights or directional signals.

7. This sign means:

No passing zone ahead.
Do not enter if your vehicle is taller than the height listed on the sign.
Narrow bridge ahead. Slow down and drive with caution.

8. Your BAC depends on:

how much time passes between drinks.
how much alcohol you drink.
All of the above.

9. When you travel in a work zone, you should:

slow down and obey posted speed limits.
watch for cones, signs, barrels, large vehicles, or workers.
All of the above.

10. The left outside mirror is the safest method of keeping tabs on what is behind you.

False
True

SOUTH CAROLINA DMV WRITTEN TEST