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South Carolina Driver's Permit Practice Exam
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QUESTION 1 / 25
When oncoming headlights dim your vision, you must look toward ____.
Choose one answer below.
A
the shoulder of the road
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B
the center line
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C
the right edge of the road
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D
the left edge of the road
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QUESTION 2 / 25
What is the first effect of alcohol on?
Choose one answer below.
A
Coordination
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B
Your judgment making ability
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C
Your reflexes
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D
Your vision
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QUESTION 3 / 25
What should you not assume when passing another vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
That the other driver is aware of your intention
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B
That it is clear to return to your lane
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C
That the other vehicle will speed up
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D
That you have enough time to make the maneuver
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QUESTION 4 / 25
Before getting out of a parked car on a two-way street, what is the first step you should take?
Choose one answer below.
A
Open your door quickly
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B
Look for pedestrians
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C
Look for vehicles on the traffic side of your car
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D
Signal your intention to exit
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QUESTION 5 / 25
What can result from continuous braking on icy or snowy roads?
Choose one answer below.
A
Increased traction on wheels
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B
loss of steering control due to locking the front wheels
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C
Faster stopping times
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D
More fuel efficiency
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QUESTION 6 / 25
Why do motorcyclists often wear bright colors?
Choose one answer below.
A
To follow fashion trends
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B
They are hard to see
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C
To signify their riding skills
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D
To comply with safety regulations
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Can you ever drive off the paved roadway to pass another vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Yes, under any circumstances
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B
Only if the vehicle is slow
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C
No, it's prohibited
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D
Yes, when there is a shoulder
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QUESTION 8 / 25
What is the safest speed to drive in adverse weather conditions?
Choose one answer below.
A
The posted speed limit
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B
speed that feels comfortable
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C
speed appropriate for current road conditions
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D
The fastest speed without being pulled over
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QUESTION 9 / 25
When must you have your headlights turned on?
Choose one answer below.
A
At all times while driving
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B
Only during bad weather
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C
30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise
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D
When driving in city limits
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QUESTION 10 / 25
How can the chances of an accident be increased?
Choose one answer below.
A
By following other vehicles closely
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B
When adhering to speed limits
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C
By using turn signals properly
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D
When driving at night with headlights on
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QUESTION 11 / 25
To avoid last minute maneuvers, how far ahead should you be looking while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
5-10 seconds
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B
10-15 seconds
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C
15-20 seconds
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D
20-25 seconds
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QUESTION 12 / 25
What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?
Choose one answer below.
A
Steer in the opposite direction of the skid
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B
Apply the brakes hard
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C
Steer in the same direction as the skid
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D
Turn off the engine
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QUESTION 13 / 25
Where should you look if a car is coming towards you with its high beams on?
Choose one answer below.
A
Into the oncoming headlights
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B
To the left
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C
To the right
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D
At the dashboard
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QUESTION 14 / 25
What is the best procedure to follow when approaching a large vehicle that is backing up?
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up and pass quickly
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B
Wait till the vehicle has finished backing maneuver before passing
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C
Honk to alert the driver
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D
Drive around the vehicle without stopping
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QUESTION 15 / 25
What is the minimum distance you should maintain from a bicycle when passing on the road?
Choose one answer below.
A
2 feet
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B
4 feet
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C
3 feet
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D
1 foot
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QUESTION 16 / 25
What should you do when passing a bicyclist?
Choose one answer below.
A
Remain in your lane and speed past
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B
Move as far as possible to the left side of your lane
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C
Honk to let them know you are passing
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D
Stay close to the bicyclist
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QUESTION 17 / 25
How can you improve your visibility in heavy rain?
Choose one answer below.
A
Turn on your headlights
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B
Open your windows
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C
Reduce your speed
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D
Turn on your fog lights
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QUESTION 18 / 25
What are three things that well-worn tires can cause?
Choose one answer below.
A
Hydroplaning, increased stopping distance, difficult turning
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B
Faster acceleration, longer life, better grip
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C
Better fuel efficiency, shorter stopping distance, easy handling
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D
More comfort, lower noise, better traction
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QUESTION 19 / 25
How are interstate route markers on a highway identified?
Choose one answer below.
A
by number only
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B
using a red and white sign
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C
using a blue sign
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D
using a green sign
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QUESTION 20 / 25
What is a common consequence of distracted driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Increased fuel efficiency
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B
higher likelihood of accidents
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C
Better driving performance
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D
Less need for traffic signs
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QUESTION 21 / 25
Before passing another vehicle, what should you do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Use your horn to alert them
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B
Give the proper signal early enough so others know your plans
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C
Speed up to pass quickly
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D
Move into the opposite lane without signaling
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QUESTION 22 / 25
When you park near a curb, what is the maximum distance you should be from it?
Choose one answer below.
A
3 inches
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B
12 inches
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C
1 inch
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D
5 inches
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QUESTION 23 / 25
To maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel, where should the left and right hands be positioned?
Choose one answer below.
A
10 o'clock and 2 o'clock
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B
9 o'clock and 3 o'clock
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C
4 o'clock and 8 o'clock
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D
6 o'clock and 12 o'clock
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QUESTION 24 / 25
What is always considered dangerous while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Overtaking
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B
Backing up your vehicle
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C
Using a mobile device
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D
Driving with a flat tire
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QUESTION 25 / 25
What does someone do when they drive defensively?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stay in their lane at all costs
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B
Keep their eyes moving to look for possible hazards
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C
Avoid all interactions with other drivers
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D
Drive faster to get to their destination
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