South Dakota DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following statements is not true regarding the use of headlights? Low beams are used when traveling in fog, rain, or snow. High beams are used when traveling behind other vehicles. High beams are used for open country driving when there is no traffic in sight Low beams are used in city driving and driving in traffic on roadways.

2. If your car becomes disabled on the highway, you should: Stop where you are. Stop in the right lane. Park with all 4 wheels off the traveled highway, if possible.

3. If there is another driver tailgating you, you should not Reduce your speed. Increase your speed. Move to the right lane Provide more space to allow them to pass.

4. If the vehicle is equipped with air bags: Seat belts do not need to be worn. Seat belts should be worn behind the back. Seat belts should still be worn.

5. You are required to wear your seat belt in a moving vehicle: Unless the vehicle has airbags. Unless you are in the back of a pickup. At all times. Only if you are on a highway.

6. If you meet a stopped school bus with the lights flashing and the signal arm extended, you should: Stop. Proceed at 15 mph if no children are present. Proceed at normal speed, but watch for children.

7. What are the colors of the warning signs that indicate hazards ahead, such as curves in the road or narrow bridges? Black letters or symbols on a white background. Black letters or symbols on a yellow background. White letters or symbols on a blue background White letters or symbols on a green background.

8. ____ are designed to allow vehicles to slow down and leave the expressways. Roundabouts. Turnpikes. Exit ramps. Acceleration lanes.

9. Drinking alcohol and driving is A minor traffic safety problem. A serious traffic safety problem. Safe if you only have a few drinks Only dangerous to the driver who drinks.

10. If an oncoming vehicle has started to turn left in front of you: Maintain your speed and take your right-of-way. Slow or stop your car to prevent an accident. Honk your horn to warn the other driver and maintain your speed. Accelerate so you can clear the dangerous area quicker.

11. Which of the following does not happen after drinking Your reflexes and reaction time slow down. Your judgement of speed and distance is distorted. You are less alert You calm down so you can concentrate.

12. You must yield to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog At all times. Only is a crossing guard is present. Only when a guide dog is leading the person across the street.

13. When turning from a 2 lane roadway, which of the following should you do? All listed answers. Slow down early. Take the turn at a high speed Tap your brakes to reduce your speed quickly.

14. When merging with traffic, you should: Be going faster than the flow of traffic. Be going slower than the flow of traffic. Be going the same speed as the flow of traffic Come to a complete stop on the ramp before proceeding.

15. When making a left turn at a controlled intersection, a motorist must yield to Vehicles turning right. Oncoming traffic. Traffic behind Vehicles on the right.

16. What effect does drinking alcohol and taking a prescription drug or over the counter medicine have The medicine reduces the effect of the alcohol. The alcohol will help the medicine cure the cold. The combination could multiply the effects of the alcohol No effect, they are different substances.

17. To avoid accidents, drivers should communicate with each other by: Signaling when changing lanes/direction, slowing down or stopping. Using their horns in emergencies and when really necessary. Using emergency flashers/flares/signs as needed. All of the above.

18. This sign means that

Bicyclists should move only in the lane where the sign is posted. Bicyclists should not use this lane. A bikeway crosses the roadway ahead A no-passing zone for bicyclists is ahead.

19. Should your wheels drop off the roadway or pavement edge, you should: Wait until it is safe to do so, then turn gradually back onto the roadway. Stop. Turn back onto the roadway immediately.

20. A curb painted red means: Reserved for passengers pick up or drop off. Loading zone. No parking or stopping.

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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.