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South Carolina DMV Permit Practice Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
If you see a pedestrian crossing an unmarked crosswalk without a traffic control signal, what should you do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up to pass
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B
Yield the right of way
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C
Honk to alert them
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D
Ignore them
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Which action is NOT recommended before starting your vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Adjust mirrors
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B
Look for traffic
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C
Check windshield for cleanliness
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D
Adjust the radio
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QUESTION 3 / 25
What is the primary risk while driving on wet roads?
Choose one answer below.
A
Tire blowouts
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B
Hydroplaning
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C
Slippery steering
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D
Aquaplaning
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QUESTION 4 / 25
If a tire goes flat while driving, what is the best action to take?
Choose one answer below.
A
Keep your foot off the accelerator
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B
Hold the steering wheel tightly and keep the car straight
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C
Brake hard to stop
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D
Drive to the nearest repair shop
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QUESTION 5 / 25
What is the best way to handle a curve while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up as you enter the curve
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B
Slow down before entering the curve
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C
Maintain your speed
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D
Brake hard in the curve
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QUESTION 6 / 25
What does a pennant-shaped sign signify?
Choose one answer below.
A
No passing
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B
Stop
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C
Yield
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D
Warning
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QUESTION 7 / 25
What should you do before changing lanes?
Choose one answer below.
A
Signal your intentions
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B
Accelerate rapidly
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C
Honk your horn
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D
Check only your rearview mirror
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QUESTION 8 / 25
What are administrative penalties?
Choose one answer below.
A
Actions taken by the police
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B
Actions taken regardless of court findings
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C
Actions that require a trial
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D
Actions taken only by the DMV
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QUESTION 9 / 25
Which lanes should you use when entering and exiting a freeway?
Choose one answer below.
A
Deceleration lane for entering; acceleration lane for exiting
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B
Acceleration lane for entering; deceleration lane for exiting
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C
HOV lane for entering; regular lane for exiting
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D
Regular lane for entering; exit lane for exiting
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QUESTION 10 / 25
At an intersection with no stop sign, yield sign, or traffic signal, who must you yield to?
Choose one answer below.
A
Vehicles coming from your right
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B
Vehicles coming from your left
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C
Pedestrians only
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D
No one; you have the right of way
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QUESTION 11 / 25
What is indicated by a regulatory sign?
Choose one answer below.
A
Directions or services
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B
Warnings of hazards
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C
Rules or laws that must be obeyed
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D
Information about recreation
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Who has the right of way at a four-way stop when multiple drivers arrive?
Choose one answer below.
A
The driver who steps on the gas first
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B
The last driver to arrive
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C
The driver on the right
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D
The first driver to stop should be the first to go
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QUESTION 13 / 25
What is the maximum speed limit on Nevada rural interstate freeways?
Choose one answer below.
A
55 mph
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B
65 mph
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C
70 mph
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D
75 mph
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QUESTION 14 / 25
How many points are assessed for speeding 1-10 mph over the posted limit?
Choose one answer below.
A
5
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B
2
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C
4
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D
1
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QUESTION 15 / 25
What do the black double arrows on a yellow diamond sign indicate?
Choose one answer below.
A
One-way traffic
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B
Traffic may flow on both sides
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C
No entry
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D
Road work ahead
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QUESTION 16 / 25
How long can a driver be sentenced to prison for a DUI that causes serious injury or death?
Choose one answer below.
A
1-3 years
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B
2-20 years
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C
5-10 years
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D
3-5 years
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QUESTION 17 / 25
What does a double solid yellow line indicate?
Choose one answer below.
A
Passing is allowed in both directions
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B
Passing is not allowed in either direction
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C
Passing is permitted only during daylight
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D
Passing is allowed only for emergency vehicles
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QUESTION 18 / 25
What do regulatory signs primarily convey?
Choose one answer below.
A
Warnings about hazards
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B
Traffic laws and regulations
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C
Directions for navigation
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D
Information about services
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QUESTION 19 / 25
What does a solid line indicate in terms of lane usage?
Choose one answer below.
A
Passing is allowed
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B
Do not change lanes
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C
It marks a parking zone
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D
It indicates speed restrictions
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QUESTION 20 / 25
What does a white sign indicate on the road?
Choose one answer below.
A
Regulatory; law or rule
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B
Road construction or repair warning
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C
Driver services (food or lodging)
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D
Recreation and scenic area info
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QUESTION 21 / 25
Why should you avoid driving next to other vehicles on multilane roads?
Choose one answer below.
A
They may go slower than you
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B
Someone may crowd your lane
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C
They can block your view
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D
They may change lanes unexpectedly
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QUESTION 22 / 25
What does a yield sign instruct drivers to do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop completely
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B
Proceed without stopping
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C
Slow down and yield right of way
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D
Accelerate through the intersection
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QUESTION 23 / 25
What type of information does a blue sign provide?
Choose one answer below.
A
Regulatory information
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B
Driver services such as food or lodging
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C
Warning of potential hazards
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D
Directions to destinations
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QUESTION 24 / 25
Which of the following is NOT a step to take before starting the engine?
Choose one answer below.
A
Adjust the seat
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B
Check windshield and windows
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C
Adjust stereo
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D
Fasten seat belts
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QUESTION 25 / 25
What action is expected when approaching a yield sign?
Choose one answer below.
A
Full stop
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B
Slow down and prepare to give way
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C
Speed up
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D
Only stop if others are present
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