South Dakota DMV Driving Test

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1. You are at a red traffic signal. the traffic light turns green, but there are still other vehicles in the intersection. you should: Wait until the vehicles clear the intersection before entering. Move ahead only if you can go around the other vehicles safely. Enter the intersection and wait for traffic to clear. Honk your horn to warn other drivers of your presence and then enter the intersection.

2. You should increase the distance between your car and the vehicle ahead when you: Follow small passenger car. Are crowded by a tailgater. Drive slower than the posted speed limit. All of the above.

3. If there are no reduced speed limits posted at work zones, drivers should Drive at a speed equal to 45 mph. Obey the normal posted speed limit. Drive at a speed of less than 50 mph Drive at a speed of greater than 70 mph.

4. When you are towing a trailer: You must not drive faster than 45 mph. The trailer must not swerve from side to side at any speed. You must have special permission from the state to do so. All of the above.

5. When a vehicle is hydroplaning the: Windshield wipers cannot keep the windshield clear of rain. Spray from large trucks reduce visibility. Tires lose contact with the road surface.

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

7. At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always: Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming. Slowly pass vehicles that seem to be stopped for no reason. Stop, listen, and proceed cautiously

8. 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.

9. Which of the following is not appropriate assistance for someone injured in an accident? Calling the police to report their injury. Giving them a glass of water. Moving them when they are in danger of being hit by traffic Covering them with a blanket.

10. Which of the following are unable to get a south dakota license? A 15-year old. A person who owes $800 in back child support payments. All listed answers are correct A person whose privileges were suspended in another state. An immigrant on a work visa.

11. You must use ____ when the sun is shining brightly or when a line of cars following you could obscure your turn signal light. Hand signals. Parking signals. Stop signals. Emergency signals.

12. Which of the following describes the thinking of a defensive driver? Considers what other drivers might do and is prepared. Knows the other driver will do the right thing. Expects no breaks and gives none.

13. When used on roadways, bicyclists are considered Vehicles. A hazard. Dangerous.

14. Using the unpaved shoulder of the road to pass to the right of a car is permitted if: The car ahead is waiting to turn left. It should never be done. You are turning right at the next corner. You are riding a motorcycle.

15. You should take breaks while driving approximately every ____ hours 1 2 3 4

16. Prior to entering a curve: Activate your turn signal. Reduce your speed. Brake hard.

17. When is it recommended to use a vehicle's headlights to let other operators know you are there? On foggy, rainy or snowy days. Whenever driving lights are necessary, never rely on parking lights. All of the answers listed During the period just before sunrise and after sunset when visual contrast becomes lower. When travelling away from a setting or rising sun.

18. Should you drive slower than other traffic that is traveling within the speed limit? Yes. it makes the other traffic drive slower, too. No. you can block traffic when you drive too slowly. Yes. it is safer than driving too fast. Yes, provided you are not driving in the far left lane.

19. If you are repeatedly convicted of a traffic violation: The dmv may consider an action against your driving privileges. You may request a hearing. Both of the above may happen.

20. You must yield the right-of-way to an approaching vehicle when you are Already in a traffic circle. Already in an intersection. Going straight ahead. Turning left.

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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.