South Carolina DMV Driving Test

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1. Blood alcohol content (bac) depends on each of the following except Your body weight. How much you drink. How much time passes between drinks How physically fit you are.

2. If you are driving at a slower speed than other traffic on a highway or freeway, stay in the lane Nearest to the left side of the road. Nearest to the right side of the road. Nearest to the center of the road Farthest from the shoulder of the road.

3. Which of these statements is true about drugs and driving is true Even over the counter drugs can impair your driving. Only illegals drugs can impair your driving. Any prescription drug is safe to use if you don't feel drowsy.

4. If you are changing lanes, preparing to pass another vehicle, or entering traffic, signal and check for passing traffic by first using your mirrors and then By checking the front of your vehicle. By checking the oncoming traffic. By checking the back of your vehicle By checking your vehicle's blind spot.

5. Which of these is recommended for driving at night on a dimly lit street? Keep instrument lights bright to be more visible to other drivers. Briefly look at oncoming headlights so you will not be blinded. Drive slowly enough to stop within the area lit by your headlights. Always use high-beam headlights.

6. You should never ride your bike when you are what? Elated. Sad. Happy Sleepy. Excited.

7. A solid white line on the right edge of the highway slants in towards your left. that shows that There is an intersection just ahead. You are approaching a construction area. You will be required to turn left just ahead. The road will get narrower.

8. What will occur if you interfere with emergency vehicles? A fine of $1,000. Automatic minimum 15 day jail sentence. Automatic minimum 30 day jail sentence You may be charged with 3 misdemeanors and required to perform community service. You may be charged with a misdemeanor and required to pay a fine.

9. If a railroad grade crossing has no warning devices or only a cross zone sign, you should Change gears and move through the railroad grade crossing. Increase your vehicle speed and cross the railroad grade crossing. Stop within 100 feet of the railroad crossing Slow down and then proceed with caution.

10. When you are backing up, it is usually best to: Steer with one hand, while looking into the rearview mirror. Open the left door and look back. Steer with both hands while looking into the rearview mirror Steer with one hand, while looking out the rear window.

11. It is illegal for anyone over the age of 21 to operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol limit of ____ or higher. 0.06 0.05 0.01 0.08

12. If you drink alcohol socially, what helps insure safe driving Drink coffee before driving. Ride home with a friend who has not been drinking. Take a cold shower before driving Stop drinking one-half hour before driving.

13. A diamond-shaped sign is a: Road hazard sign. Interstate route sign. School crossing sign Speed limit sign.

14. When you are parallel parking your car, it is usually best to: Give a right signal on the approach, drive past the space and stop, then back in the space. Bring the vehicle to within 18 inches of the curb. Center the vehicle inside the space to give the other cars room to maneuver All of the above.

15. Which of these statements about speeding is true: As speed increases, the chance of a fatality increases. As your speed increases, so should your following distance. All of the above

16. Which statement about stopping for a school bus is true: You only have to stop if you see children crossing the street. You must stop for a school bus when the bus is in a passenger loading zone completely off the roadway. You must stop for a school bus on any two-lane highway

17. The proper method of steering is: Both hands placed on the outside of the steering wheel on opposite sides. Use a firm but gentle grip on the steering wheel using your fingers and not your palms. All of the above

18. Rear-end crashes are common on highways because many drivers Drive under the influence of alcohol. Do not use headlights. Follow too closely Take more time to apply their brakes.

19. To make a right turn start in the right-hand lane and end in: The left lane. The lane closest to the curb. Any lane available. The center lane.

20. When is it illegal to pass another vehicle: On a hill or curve. At a street crossing or highway intersection. At any railroad crossing All of the above.

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To operate a motorcycle in South Carolina, you must have a motorcycle beginner's permit or a Class M license. Licenses are issued by the state's Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV). You can apply for a motorcycle beginner's permit at age 15 and a Class M license after holding a permit for 180 days. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle beginner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. You must hold a permit for 180 days before you can receive a Class M license. Applicants who are 15 or 16 years old will also need to successfully complete a driver's education course. To receive a Class M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle rider skills test, and pay the fees.

Tests are scheduled through the SCDMV. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about road rules and safe riding. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail, you may have to wait two weeks before you can retest.