South Dakota DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following is true about stopping quickly in a vehicle without an anti-lock braking system (abs)? All of the answers listed. As soon as wheel traction is regained the operator should again apply as much pressure on the brake pedal as possible without loss of control or traction. If an operator feels the vehicle losing control and traction they should quickly reduce pressure on the brake pedal Apply the brakes as much as possible without causing wheel lock-ups or skids. An operator can cause the car to fish-tail or spin out when stepping on the brakes too hard.

2. In which case are high beams appropriate? In heavy fog. In heavy rain or snow. When the only car nearby is an oncoming one 1000 feet away When following a vehicle at night.

3. Which of the following is not a proper step for parallel parking? Back up quickly, turning your steering wheel to the left to aim the back of your vehicle toward the front of the vehicle behind you. Put on your turn signal to warn other drivers that you intend to park. As the front of your vehicle clears the back of the vehicle in front of you, turn your wheels sharply to the left and continue backing slowly until the back of your vehicle almost touches the vehicle behind you Straighten your wheels and pull forward to center the vehicle in the parking space.

4. If you are driving downhill and the downgrade is very steep, you must Press hard on the gas pedal. Shift to a lower gear. Remove your seat belt Turn on your headlights.

5. When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way Either one. Vehicle on the left. Vehicle on the right. Neither one.

6. When in a vehicle, wear a seat belt: On long trips. All the time. On high-speed highways.

7. When driving at night and a vehicle comes toward you with their high beam headlights on: Flash your headlights once quickly. Look in the direction of their vehicle. Keep your high beam headlights on.

8. When there is water on the roadway, you must reduce your speed to avoid Hydroplaning. Overheating of the tires. Wear and tear Traction of the tires on the road.

9. How many alcoholic drinks does it take to effect your driving ability 3 2 1

10. A steady green traffic light means: Increase your speed. You can go through the intersection at a reasonable and safe speed if it is clear to do so. Adjust your mirrors.

11. Look to the left and right before entering any intersection on a green light because: Other vehicles might enter the intersection against a red light. Once you are in the intersection, you must only look straight ahead. Cross traffic may have a green arrow. Pedestrians on the cross street have the right-of-way.

12. What is the only effective way to remove alcohol from the body? Cold shower. Strong coffee. Time.

13. Which of the following is considered to be a very dangerous condition for a driver? All listed answers are correct. Diabetes. Epilepsy Heart conditions.

14. As you approach the top of a hill, you should: Keep a steady speed. Speed up slightly. Prepare to stop if needed.

15. Which of the following should you do if your brakes stop working? All listed answers. Downshift to lower gears. Use the parking brake Pump the brake pedal several times.

16. Roads with double solid yellow line markings in the center indicate that passing is: Not allowed in either direction. Allowed in both directions. Allowed only in your direction of travel.

17. Other drivers are not making room for you to merge onto a freeway with heavy traffic. if it is absolutely necessary, you may: Make room by forcing your way into a small gap. Reverse and exit the highway through the entrance ramp. Drive onto a freeway shoulder until a gap appears. Stop before merging with freeway traffic.

18. Which of the following driving skills are affected by the use of alcohol and/or drugs? Alertness and concentration. Reaction time and coordination. All of the above are affected

19. Most tires have good traction up to ____ mph on wet pavement. 20 35 45 50

20. If the driver of an oncoming vehicle fails to dim the lights: Look straight ahead. Look toward the center of the roadway. Look toward the right side of the road.

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To operate a motorcycle in South Dakota, you must have a motorcycle instruction permit or a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS). You can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit at age 14 and a motorcycle license at age 16. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, the knowledge exam, and the motorcycle driving test.

Tests are scheduled online or through the DPS. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about safe riding practices and road rules. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle driving test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.