CDL PASSENGER PRACTICE TEST SOUTH DAKOTA

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The passenger endorsement applies to drivers who want to drive a bus in any Class A, B, or C CDL. Applicants must pass a special knowledge test, and must pass skills tests in a passenger vehicle. The South Dakota CDL passenger test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The SD passenger test covers the following sections of the South Dakota CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. Take this SD practice test now to prepare for the actual passenger test!
1. When driving on slippery surfaces, a lack of spray from other vehicles indicates that:
there is no ice on the road surface.
the road hasn't started to ice up yet.
the pavement is dry.
ice has formed on the road.
2. If you are driving a school bus, the 4-way emergency flashers should:
be activated after crossing railroad tracks.
be activated before crossing railroad tracks.
never be used.
be used only when a train is approaching.
3. Pre-trip inspections are:
required only for trips of more than 50 miles.
recommended.
required only for trips of more than 100 miles.
required by law
4. Carry-on baggage:
may be left in the aisle.
must be left in the aisle.
should not be left in the aisle.
None of the above.
5. After an accident, an improper use of flares could cause:
the vehicle to slide back and forth.
a fire if spilled fuel is on the ground.
the springs to put on the brakes.
air pressure to build from 50 to 100 psi within 2 minutes.
6. When you are about to pass a vehicle, you should:
assume they don't see you.
make eye contact.
make gestures.
slow down.
7. ABS helps you:
drive faster.
brake harder.
stop faster.
None of the above.
8. If the ABS is not working:
the vehicle will have no brakes.
the vehicle will have weak brakes.
you still have normal brake functions.
None of the above.
9. If the vehicle ahead of you is smaller than yours:
it can probably stop faster than you can.
it will take the same amount of time to stop.
it will usually take longer to stop.
All of the above.
10. When driving in a construction zone, if a construction worker is near the road, you should:
speed up.
maintain a constant speed.
further reduce your speed.
come to a complete stop.
 
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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.

SD CDL Passenger Test

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