South Dakota DMV Driving Test

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1. What does this yellow-colored sign indicate?

A right turn ahead. A railroad crossing ahead. A narrow road ahead. Road repair work ahead.

2. Which of the following is not a recommended procedure when encountering a headlight failure? If headlights fail, turn on hazard flashers, turn signals, or fog lamps. All of the answers listed. Switch the headlights on and off a few times to try and correct the issue Pull of the roadway safely and as soon as possible. Keep driving until the destination is reached.

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. Which of the following statements about interchanges is not true? The two most common types of interchanges are diamond and cloverleaf. If you exit at the wrong interchange, you must follow it out. If you miss your interchange, go on to the next one If you miss your interchange, use median crossovers.

5. You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle by: Driving as near to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping. Moving into the right lane and driving slowly until it has passed. Stopping immediately, even if you are in an intersection. Accelerate to get out of the way of the emergency vehicle.

6. Which of the following is true of slippery roads? Shaded areas may have hidden ice spots that freeze first/dry last. Bridges and overpasses usually freeze before roads do. Wet leaves cause slipping, and wet ice is slicker than ice alone. All of the above.

7. When you see a pedestrian crossing an unmarked crosswalk where there is no traffic control signal, you should Yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian. Warn the pedestrian and proceed with caution. Turn on your emergency lights and proceed with caution. Proceed slowly, because there is no traffic control signal.

8. You are making a left turn from a two-way street into a one-way street. when you have completed the turn your car should be In the right lane of the street. In the center of the street. In the left lane of the street. In the lane with the least traffic.

9. Which of the following is true regarding safety belts? They need to be worn only when driving at high speed. They keep you from being thrown clear to safety, which lowers your chances of surviving accidents. Most likely you will drown if your seatbelt is on when your car goes into a lake or river. They increase your chances of survival in most types of accidents.

10. Bac means: Blood alcohol conservation. Blood alcohol concentration. Blood alcohol content.

11. While driving, if you need to read a map or directions, you should Pull over to the side of the road in a safe place and then read the map. Stop your vehicle on the road and then read the map. Reduce your vehicle's speed and then read the map Have a quick glance while driving and then move ahead.

12. For better visibility during rain, fog, and snow, you must keep your vehicle's____ on. High beam headlights. Emergency lights. Low beam headlights. All of the above.

13. You should always travel: According to road and weather conditions. At the speed of vehicles in front of you. At the speed limit

14. No zones are areas around trucks where cars: Try to squeeze around the truck when the truck makes a wide turn and when several car lengths have been left between the large truck and car. Have sufficient space when traveling behind trucks and when consistent speed has been maintained by the car when passing trucks. Disappear into blind spots or are so close they restrict the truck driver's ability to stop or maneuver safely.

15. What is the basic speed law? Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. Never drive faster than the posted speed limits. Keep up with the flow of traffic. All of the above.

16. Who has the right-of-way at an intersection with no crosswalks? Pedestrians, but only with the green walk signal. Vehicles, but they should slow down and be careful. Pedestrians always have the right-of-way. Motorcyclists always have the right-of-way.

17. You may drive in a bike lane: During rush hour traffic if bicycles are not present. No more than 200 feet before making right turn. Whenever bicycles are not present. Any time.

18. If the motorist sees pedestrians in a crosswalk, what should the motorist do? Pull to the right and go behind them. Wait for them to cross. Go ahead. the motorist has the right-of-way.

19. Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol content) The breathalyzer is a test of a person's bac. A chemical test for BAC is needed for an alcohol conviction. Bac levels are reduced by a person's physical fitness After drinking, coffee or a cold shower will lower your bac.

20. If your license is revoked or suspended because of a first time driving while intoxicated, you will have to pay a reinstatement fee of ____ dollars. 100 125 50 75

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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.