FREE South Dakota CDL Doubles & Triples Practice Test (2024)

1. After the pre-trip inspection, drivers should inspect their cargo and its securing devices again within ________ after beginning the trip.

two hours
50 miles
25 miles
20 miles

2. Drivers transporting cargo are responsible for:

inspecting the cargo.
making sure the cargo is properly secured.
recognizing overloads.
All of the above.

3. Foundation brakes are used:

only with the rear wheels.
only with the front wheels.
only with the right wheels.
at each wheel.

4. Rims with welding repairs:

can be used for tires in the rear of the vehicle.
are not safe.
can be used for tires in the front of the vehicle.
are acceptable only when carrying a heavy load.

5. When driving in extremely hot weather, if the air pressure in the tires is too high, you should:

call your supervisor.
let air out of the tires to decrease pressure.
continue driving.
stop and remain stopped until the tires cool off.

6. On any upgrade, _________ – the more you will have to use lower gears to climb hills or mountains.

the longer the grade
the steeper the grade
the heavier the load
All of the above.

7. You are driving a double. Before entering traffic, you should:

make sure you have a large enough gap before entering or crossing traffic.
assume there is enough room to merge into traffic.
always come to a complete stop.
turn on your headlights.

8. Most heavy duty vehicles use ___ air brake systems for safety.

reduced
single
triple
dual

9. When parked on the side of the road, you should:

use the 4-way emergency flashers.
activate the right turn signal.
flash your brake lights.
turn off all lights.

10. "Bobtail" tractors are:

heavily loaded trailers.
tractors with two trailers.
tractors with a tank.
tractors without semitrailers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can obtain an instruction permit when you are at least 14 years old. If you are under 18, you can apply for a restricted permit after holding the permit for 275 days (or 180 days if you have completed a driver education course). To obtain a full operator’s license, you must be at least 16 years old and have held a restricted permit for at least 6 months.

To take your permit test in South Dakota, you can simply visit any South Dakota driver license exam station. However, scheduling an appointment online or calling 605-773-6883 can help minimize wait times. If you've completed an approved driver education course within the past year and can provide a certificate as proof, you may waive the DMV test.

Make sure you have these documents:

Proof of date of birth, identity, and lawful status in the US (Birth certificate, U.S. passport…). If your legal name differs, provide proof with a marriage certificate or a court order.
Proof of Social Security number.
Two proofs of residential address (such as utility or phone bill, mortgage document, or bank statement). If you are minor, a parent/guardian could provide these for you.
Completed License Application Form. For minors, a parent/guardian must sign the parent/guardian consent section in front of a driver examiner or in front of a notary public.

The DMV written test in South Dakota is offered in both English and Spanish. It is advisable to have a basic understanding of English since you will find road signs always in English when driving.

The DMV written test covers various topics, such as road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Studying the official South Dakota Driver’s Handbook is the first step to pass the exam because it contains all of this information. Once you've read it, you can take our free practice tests to test your preparation.

For new drivers in South Dakota, specific restrictions apply depending on the type of permit held.

With an instruction permit:

You must have an adult with a driver's license for at least one year, seated beside you.
The use of any wireless communication device while driving is prohibited.

With a restricted minor’s permit:

You may drive between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. with the authorization of a parent or legal guardian.
Between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., you can drive only with a parent or legal guardian seated beside you or you can drive alone only for school/church events or work activities.
For the first 6 months, you cannot transport any passengers except siblings. After this period, you may only have one passenger who is not a family member.
The use of any wireless communication device while driving is prohibited.

The South Dakota instruction permit is valid for five years or until the expiration date of the documents authorizing your presence in the United States. Use this time to fulfill the necessary requirements before taking the road test.

In case you don't pass your DMV written test, you'll need to wait until the next working day before trying again. You have up to three attempts within a six-month period. However, if you fail three times within six months, you must pay a new fee to retake the exam.

Number of questions:	20
Correct answers to pass:	16
Passing score:	80%

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 How old do you have to be to get a driver's license in South Dakota?

2 How can you schedule the DMV test?

3 What documents do you need to apply for a driver’s license in South Dakota?

4 Is the DMV test only provided in English?

5 How can you prepare for the South Dakota DMV test?

6 What are the restrictions for new drivers in South Dakota?

7 How long is a South Dakota permit valid for?

8 What happens if you fail your DMV test?

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