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Driving Knowledge Quiz

Total questions: 173

Worksheet time: 2hrs 32mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What does a Class D license in South Carolina allow you to drive?

a)

Non-commercial passenger vehicles not exceeding 26,000 pounds GVW.

b)

Commercial trucks over 26,000 pounds GVW.

c)

Motorcycles only.

d)

Bicycles and scooters.

2.

A Class E driver's license allows you to operate (a)  

Choose from the below words
Non-commercial, single unit vehicle
Two-wheel motorcycles
Commercial trucks
Bicycles
3.

Which class of driver's license allows you to drive a moped without needing another license?

a)

Class E

b)

Class F

c)

Class G

d)

Class M

4.

What is the minimum age required to obtain a Class G moped license?

a)

16

b)

15

c)

18

d)

14

5.

The class of license that allows you to operate a two-wheel motorcycle with a detachable sidecar is (a)  

Choose from the below words
Class E
Class F
Class G
Class M
6.

What is the minimum GCWR required for a Class A commercial driver's license?

a)

10,000 pounds

b)

16,000 pounds

c)

26,001 pounds

d)

30,000 pounds

7.

Which class of commercial driver's license is required for a vehicle designed to transport 16 or more passengers?

a)

Class A

b)

Class B

c)

Class C

d)

Class D

8.

What is illegal regarding driver's licenses according to the document?

a)

Having a license for each vehicle type

b)

Having more than one valid driver's license

c)

Driving without a license

d)

Having a license without a photo

9.

What must you have in your possession when driving?

a)

A map and a phone

b)

A valid driver's license, vehicle registration, and insurance card

c)

A spare tire and tools

d)

A first aid kit and water

10.

What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a beginner's permit in the United States?

a)

14 years old

b)

15 years old

c)

16 years old

d)

17 years old

11.

A US citizen must provide (a)   when applying for a first-time driver's license.

Choose from the below words
Proof of employment
Proof of US citizenship, identity,
Proof of residence only
Proof of income
12.

You must hold a beginner's permit for (a)   before applying for a driver's license.

Choose from the below words
90 days
120 days
180 days
240 days
13.

During what hours is a beginner's permit holder allowed to drive with a licensed driver over 21?

a)

5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

b)

6 a.m. to midnight

c)

7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

d)

8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

14.

What is the minimum age to apply for a first-time driver's license if you have held a beginner's permit for more than 180 days?

a)

15 years old

b)

16 years old

c)

17 years old

d)

18 years old

15.

How many hours of driving practice are required, including night driving, for a first-time driver's license applicant aged 15 or 16?

a)

20 hours

b)

30 hours

c)

40 hours

d)

50 hours

16.

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a 15 or 16-year-old applying for a first-time driver's license?

a)

Completing a driver's education course

b)

Holding a beginner's permit for more than 180 days

c)

Practicing driving for at least 20 hours

d)

Being enrolled in school with satisfactory attendance

17.

Who can supervise the driving practice for a 15 or 16-year-old applicant?

a)

A friend

b)

A sibling

c)

A person with written approval by the Department of Social Services

d)

A neighbor

18.

What must a responsible adult provide to the SCDMV for a minor to obtain a driver's license?

a)

A copy of the minor's birth certificate

b)

A copy of the notarized permission

c)

A copy of the minor's school ID

d)

A copy of the minor's report card

19.

What is the age range for the Graduated Driver's License Program?

a)

14 to 16 years

b)

15 to 17 years

c)

16 to 18 years

d)

17 to 19 years

20.

What must a 15-year-old pass to receive a conditional license?

a)

Written test only

b)

Vision and skills test

c)

Skills test only

d)

Vision test only

21.

Match the following restrictions with their descriptions for a conditional license for a 15-year-old.

a)

No driving after 10 PM

1.

Restriction on driving late at night

b)

No more than two passengers under 21

2.

Limit on young passengers

c)

No driving on highways

3.

Prohibition on highway driving

d)

No driving during weekends

4.

Restriction on weekend driving

22.

What is the earliest time a 16-year-old can drive alone under a special restricted license?

a)

5 a.m.

b)

6 a.m.

c)

7 a.m.

d)

8 a.m.

23.

Under a special restricted license, how many passengers under 21 can a 16-year-old have in the vehicle without a licensed adult who is at least 21?

a)

None

b)

One

c)

Two

d)

Three

24.

What is required for a 16-year-old to be eligible for a special restricted license?

a)

Only a vision test

b)

Only a skills test

c)

Documentation, beginner's permit, PDLA form, and passing vision and skills test

d)

Only a beginner's permit

25.

Match the following scenarios with their outcomes for a driver under 17 who receives six or more points on their record before holding their license for one year.

a)

License is revoked permanently

1.

Driver is involved in a major accident

b)

License is suspended for six months

2.

Driver accumulates six points

c)

License is suspended for one month

3.

Driver receives a minor traffic violation

d)

License is unaffected

4.

Driver maintains a clean record

26.

What are the driving time restrictions for a 16-year-old with a regular license in South Carolina?

a)

Drive alone from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

b)

Drive alone from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

c)

Drive alone from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

d)

Drive alone from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m.

27.

What is required for a 16-year-old to drive after midnight with a special restricted license?

a)

Must be supervised by a licensed driver

b)

Must have a waiver for work or extracurricular activities

c)

Must have a full driver's license

d)

Must have a parent in the car

28.

What happens if a driver under 17 receives six or more points on their record?

a)

License is suspended for three months

b)

License is suspended for six months

c)

License is revoked permanently

d)

License is suspended for one year

29.

What form must be completed to apply for a special restricted license with a waiver?

a)

SCDMV Form 447-NC

b)

SCDMV Form 123-AB

c)

SCDMV Form 789-XY

d)

SCDMV Form 555-ZZ

30.

What is one of the requirements to obtain a waiver for a driver's license?

a)

Bring a letter from your school, church, work, or extracurricular activity

b)

Pass a written test

c)

Complete a driving course

d)

Pay a $50 fee

31.

At what age can you earn full driving privileges with a regular driver's license?

a)

16

b)

17

c)

18

d)

19

32.

What must you do to take advantage of your full driving privileges?

a)

Visit an SCDMV branch

b)

Keep your license in a special sleeve

c)

Pass a vision test annually

d)

Renew your license every year

33.

What will cause you to fail the knowledge test for a non-commercial license?

a)

Using a calculator

b)

Leaving the test room before completion

c)

Asking for extra time

d)

Bringing a friend

34.

What items are not allowed in the knowledge test area according to the SCDMV guidelines?

a)

Cell phones and written material

b)

Water bottles and snacks

c)

Sunglasses and hats

d)

Pens and notebooks

35.

What is the purpose of the One Stop Driver Training and Testing Programs?

a)

To provide free driving lessons

b)

To offer third-party testing for first-time license applicants

c)

To sell driving manuals

d)

To organize driving competitions

36.

Which type of license does not require a skills test according to the SCDMV?

a)

Motorcycle license

b)

Moped license

c)

Regular driver's license

d)

Commercial driver's license

37.

Match the following resources with their purpose to increase your driving confidence and knowledge of traffic rules.

a)

The South Carolina Driver's Manual

1.

A comprehensive guide to traffic laws and regulations in South Carolina.

b)

Online driving forums

2.

Platforms for discussing driving experiences and tips with other drivers.

c)

Car maintenance guides

3.

Resources for learning about vehicle upkeep and repair.

d)

Travel blogs

4.

Sources for exploring travel destinations and experiences.

38.

What is one thing you will automatically fail the skills test for if not used?

a)

Headlights

b)

Seat belt

c)

Mirrors

d)

Turn signals

39.

Which of the following is NOT required to be in working condition for the skills test?

a)

Speedometer

b)

Defroster

c)

Radio

d)

Horn

40.

What must you bring to the test if you have one?

a)

A friend

b)

Old license or beginner’s permit

c)

A map

d)

A snack

41.

Who is allowed in or around the vehicle during the test?

a)

Your family

b)

Your friends

c)

You and the SCDMV employee

d)

Your driving instructor

42.

You should bring (a)   if you wear corrective lenses for the vision test.

Choose from the below words
A hat
Sunglasses
Glasses or contact lenses
A book
43.

What is included in the knowledge test for a driver's license?

a)

Math problems

b)

Traffic laws, road signs, and driving safety rules

c)

History questions

d)

Science experiments

44.

Which of the following is NOT required during the skills test?

a)

Parallel park

b)

Test your brake lights

c)

Cook a meal

d)

Make lane changes

45.

Match the following waiting periods with the number of days you must wait to retake the skills test after failing on your third attempt.

a)

30 days

1.

Wait period after failing the first attempt

b)

60 days

2.

Wait period after failing the second attempt

c)

90 days

3.

Wait period after failing the third attempt

d)

10 days

4.

Wait period after failing the fourth attempt

46.

What must you do if you have a valid driver's license from another state and move permanently to South Carolina?

a)

Keep your out-of-state license indefinitely

b)

Apply for an SC license within 90 days

c)

Apply for an SC license within 180 days

d)

You do not need to apply for an SC license

47.

Match the following scenarios with the required tests for obtaining an SC license.

a)

Only pass the vision test

1.

Out-of-state license expired by less than 6 months

b)

Only pass the knowledge test

2.

Out-of-state license expired by exactly 6 months

c)

Pass the knowledge, skills, and vision tests

3.

Out-of-state license expired by nine months or more

d)

No tests are required

4.

Out-of-state license is still valid

48.

What is required if you are moving to SC temporarily and have a valid out-of-state license?

a)

You must get an SC driver's license

b)

You must have a valid out-of-state license to drive in SC

c)

You do not need any license

d)

You must apply for an SC ID card

49.

What must you do with your SC license plate if you move out of South Carolina?

a)

Keep it as a souvenir

b)

Return it to the SCDMV

c)

Transfer it to your new state

d)

Destroy it

50.

What could happen if you do not return your SC license plate before canceling your SC insurance?

a)

Nothing will happen

b)

You could owe up to $400 in fees

c)

You will automatically get a new license

d)

You will receive a warning

51.

What is required for an international visitor from a non-English speaking country to drive in South Carolina?

a)

A valid out-of-state driver's license

b)

An International Driving Permit

c)

A commercial driver's license

d)

A South Carolina driver's license

52.

What is waived for an individual applying for a first-time SC driver's license with an out-of-country credential?

a)

Vision test

b)

Knowledge and skills testing

c)

Driving test

d)

Written test

53.

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to renew a driver's license online in South Carolina?

a)

Having a regular (Class D, E, F, G, M) license

b)

Having a commercial driver's license

c)

Being a US citizen

d)

Having a non-expired license

54.

What is one of the requirements for renewing your driver's license online?

a)

Your license must be suspended.

b)

You must have more than five points on your record.

c)

Your social security number must match what is on file with the Social Security Administration.

d)

You must be a Convicted Violent Offender.

55.

How many business days does it take to receive your renewed license in the mail after renewing online?

a)

3 to 5 days

b)

7 to 10 days

c)

10 to 15 days

d)

5 to 7 days

56.

What is the fee for renewing your driver's license by mail?

a)

$15

b)

$20

c)

$25

d)

$30

57.

Who is eligible to renew their driver's license by mail?

a)

Only non-US citizens

b)

Only US citizens

c)

Anyone with a suspended license

d)

Anyone with a special restricted license

58.

Is Driving a Privilege or a Right?

a)

Privilege

b)

Right

59.

Refusing to take a breath/blood test results in loss of licence for at least

a)

3 days

b)

60 days

c)

90 days

d)

1 year

60.

How far must a driver signal in advance to turn

a)

50 feet

b)

100 feet

c)

200 feet

d)

300 feet

61.

you must have a working radio to get a drivers license.

a)

false

b)

true

c)

not false

d)

maybe

62.

What is required to change your address on your driver's license?

a)

Proof of new address and current driver's license

b)

Only a phone call to the DMV

c)

Filling out a form online

d)

Visiting a local library

63.

What is the penalty for driving without insurance in most states?

a)

A warning

b)

A fine and possible license suspension

c)

Community service

d)

Mandatory driving lessons

64.

what do you do if you see a red stop sign?

a)

(a)

make a full stop before entering crosswalk or at the limit line.

b)

(b)

make a full stop if you see another vehicle/ a pedestrians.

c)

(c)

yield to any vehicles in the same intersection.

d)

(d)

slow down, and be ready to stop only if you see any other vehicles/ pedestrians.

65.

what do you do if you see a red yield sign?

a)

(a)

come to a complete stop.

b)

(b)

slow down and be ready to stop (if necessary) to let any vehicle/ pedestrian pass.

c)

(c)

proceed, you have the right of way.

66.

what do you do if you see a red and white regulatory sign?

for example: a do not enter sign

a)

(a)

do the opposite of what the sign instructs you to do.

b)

(b)

stop at each sign.

c)

(c)

follow the sign's instructions.

d)

(d)

slow down, then follow the sign's instructions.

67.

what should you do if you see a wrong way sign?

a)

(a)

you are going against traffic. continue going down the same route.

b)

(b)

park your vehicle.

c)

(c)

pull off the road and stop. when it is safe, back out or turn around.

d)

(d)

turn around without checking for your saftey.

68.

what should you do if you see a sign with a red circle with a line going through it?

a)

(a)

do not do what is shown.

b)

(b)

do what is shown.

c)

(c)

come to a complete stop.

d)

(d)

you are allowed to do what is shown, as long as it is safe to do so.

69.

true or false: if you see a yellow and black circular sign, or an X-shaped sign, this indicates that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

look, listen, slowdown, and prepare to stop. let any trains pass before you proceed.

a)

true

b)

false

70.

true or false: this is a pedestrian crossing sign

a)

true

b)

false

71.

what does it mean if you see a diamond shaped sign?

a)

(a)

do what is illustrated on the sign.

b)

(b)

the sign is a warning of specific road conditions and dangers ahead. (most are danger signs)

c)

(c)

proceed with no consideration.

d)

(d)

make a complete stop.

72.

true or false: a white rectangular sign only indicates as a reminder/warning that there are certain important rules of the road you must obey.

a)

true

b)

false

73.

true or false: warning signs only indicate/ warn you of conditions related to pedestrians, school buses, bicyclists, schools, playgrounds, school passenger loading zones, etc. and you must obey all these signs regardless of their shape/color.

a)

true

b)

false

74.

When turning, what should you do to ensure safety?

a)

Only look straight ahead.

b)

Search all corners for traffic controls, pedestrians, other vehicles, and signal your intentions.

c)

Ignore traffic signals.

d)

Speed up quickly without checking surroundings.

75.

What is the correct way to enter and maintain a lane when turning?

a)

Enter and maintain in the lane that is closest to the direction you want to turn.

b)

Enter any lane you prefer.

c)

Enter the farthest lane from your direction.

d)

Enter the lane with the least traffic.

76.

What should you avoid doing when making a right turn?

a)

Swinging wide to the left before making the turn.

b)

Turning without signaling.

c)

Stopping in the middle of the turn.

d)

Accelerating quickly.

77.

What should you do after completing a turn to ensure safety?

a)

Accelerate smoothly to appropriate speed, make sure your turn signal is cancelled, and be aware of traffic to the rear.

b)

Stop immediately.

c)

Ignore the traffic behind you.

d)

Speed up as fast as possible.

78.

When making a left turn, what should you do?

a)

Always turn left from the right-most portion of your lane.

b)

Yield to oncoming traffic.

c)

Always turn left from the center of your lane.

d)

Do not yield to oncoming traffic.

79.

What is the correct procedure for a Two-Point Turnabout?

a)

Signal your intention to turn left; stop and check traffic to the sides and rear of the vehicle.

b)

Move forward until the front bumper of the vehicle reaches the near edge of the driveway.

c)

Move back until the rear bumper of the vehicle reaches the near edge of the driveway.

d)

While backing slowly, steer rapidly all the way to the left.

80.

When turning right, from which portion of your lane should you turn?

a)

From the left-most portion of your lane.

b)

From the center of your lane.

c)

From the right-most portion of your lane.

d)

From any portion of your lane.

81.

What should you do when turning in multiple lanes?

a)

Identify and enter the lane from which you will turn.

b)

Change lanes frequently during the turn.

c)

Stay in the center lane until the turn is completed.

d)

Turn from any lane you prefer.

82.

What is the first step in performing a Forward Two-Point Turnabout?

a)

Shift to reverse and check for traffic

b)

Check your mirrors and signal your intention to turn left

c)

Move close to the center of the road and turn into the driveway

d)

Stop as the rear of the vehicle clears the curb

83.

When performing a Forward Two-Point Turnabout, what should you do after moving close to the center of the road?

a)

Shift to drive and accelerate

b)

Signal a right turn and shift to reverse

c)

Turn into the driveway or alley as near as possible to the left side

d)

Cancel the right signal and move forward

84.

In a Three-Point Turnabout, what should you do after checking the mirrors and activating your right turn signal?

a)

Turn hard left to the left edge of the road

b)

Pull to the right edge of the road and stop

c)

Shift to reverse and check for traffic

d)

Move slowly back while turning the steering wheel

85.

What is the purpose of a Three-Point Turnabout?

a)

To make a U-turn on a wide road

b)

To turn around on a narrow road where a U-turn is not possible

c)

To park the vehicle in a driveway

d)

To merge into traffic from a side street

86.

What should you do before turning hard right to the other side of the road?

a)

Depend on your rearview mirror alone

b)

Check blind spots on both sides by looking over your shoulders

c)

Ignore traffic

d)

Use only your turn signal

87.

What should you do when traffic is clear and you are in reverse?

a)

Turn hard left to the other side of the road and stop

b)

Turn hard right to the other side of the road and stop

c)

Drive forward into the right lane of traffic

d)

Continue driving straight

88.

What should you do at all intersections?

a)

Increase your speed

b)

Ignore traffic control devices

c)

Reduce your speed and search for oncoming and cross traffic

d)

Rely on other road users to obey traffic control signals

89.

What should you not rely on other road users to do?

a)

Obey traffic control signals or signs

b)

Drive in the correct lane

c)

Use their turn signals

d)

Check their blind spots

90.

What should you do before entering an intersection after stopping?

a)

Look right, then left, and right again

b)

Look left, then right, and left again

c)

Look straight ahead

d)

Look only to the left

91.

What should you avoid doing at a traffic signal when the light turns green?

a)

Moving immediately into the intersection

b)

Checking for crossing traffic

c)

Looking left, then right, and left again

d)

Ensuring your path of travel is clear

92.

What is the primary difference between a DDI and a conventional interchange?

a)

The design of the directional crossovers on either side of the interchange

b)

The number of lanes available

c)

The speed limit

d)

The type of vehicles allowed

93.

What does the DDI design eliminate the need for?

a)

Right-turning vehicles to cross paths with approaching traffic

b)

Left-turning vehicles to cross paths with approaching traffic

c)

Vehicles to stop at intersections

d)

Vehicles to yield the right-of-way

94.

What is one benefit of the DDI design?

a)

It increases the number of vehicle-to-vehicle conflict points

b)

It reduces the number of vehicle-to-vehicle conflict points

c)

It makes intersections more complex

d)

It decreases the speed of vehicles

95.

What does the RCUT intersection eliminate to differ from a conventional intersection?

a)

Right-turn and through movements

b)

Left-turn and through movements

c)

U-turn and right-turn movements

d)

Left-turn and right-turn movements

96.

How do drivers navigate an RCUT intersection?

a)

Turn left onto the main road and make a U-turn

b)

Turn right onto the main road and make a U-turn

c)

Go straight through the intersection

d)

Turn left and then right onto the main road

97.

What type of controls might be used at RCUT intersections?

a)

Traffic signal, stop sign, merge- or yield-sign

b)

Traffic signal, stop sign, and speed bump

c)

Traffic signal, yield-sign, and roundabout

d)

Stop sign, speed bump, and roundabout

98.

What is one benefit of RCUT intersections?

a)

Increase the number of conflict points

b)

Reduce potential conflict points and increase safety

c)

Increase traffic speed

d)

Reduce the number of traffic signals

99.

What is a roundabout also known as?

a)

Traffic light

b)

Traffic circle

c)

Intersection

d)

Crosswalk

100.

In which direction do vehicles travel around a roundabout?

a)

Clockwise

b)

Counterclockwise

c)

Straight

d)

Zigzag

101.

What should you do when entering a roundabout or traffic circle?

a)

Speed up

b)

Slow down

c)

Stop completely

d)

Turn on hazard lights

102.

What must you yield to when entering a roundabout?

a)

Pedestrians

b)

Bicycles

c)

Circulating traffic

d)

Parked cars

103.

What is the correct procedure when exiting a roundabout?

a)

Speed up and exit

b)

Signal intent, then exit

c)

Stop and then exit

d)

Exit without signaling

104.

Which type of intersection is considered safer due to the elimination of head-on and high-speed right-angle collisions?

a)

Traditional intersections

b)

Roundabouts

c)

Four-way stops

d)

Traffic lights

105.

What must you do when a school bus is stopped with its red or amber lights flashing or its stop arm extended?

a)

Proceed slowly

b)

Stop for the entire time

c)

Pass the bus carefully

d)

Honk to alert the driver

106.

When can you proceed slowly after stopping for a school bus?

a)

When the bus driver waves you on

b)

When the bus starts moving

c)

When the red and/or amber lights have stopped flashing and the stop arm is no longer visible

d)

When other cars start moving

107.

When are you required to stop for a school bus in South Carolina?

a)

On any two-lane highway

b)

On any four-lane or multi-lane highway only when traveling behind a school bus

c)

When attempting to pass a school bus that has red or amber signals flashing

d)

All of the above

108.

When do you not have to stop for a school bus?

a)

When the school bus is in a passenger loading zone completely off the main travel lanes

b)

When the school bus is on a two-lane road

c)

When the school bus has red or amber signals flashing

d)

When traveling behind a school bus on a four-lane highway

109.

When is a driver not required to stop for a stopped school bus?

a)

When traveling in the same direction on a multi-lane highway

b)

When traveling in the opposite direction on a multi-lane highway

c)

When traveling in the same direction on a single-lane road

d)

When traveling in the opposite direction on a single-lane road

110.

What is the definition of a multi-lane highway or multi-lane private road?

a)

A road with at least one lane in each direction

b)

A road with at least two lanes in each direction

c)

A road with at least three lanes in each direction

d)

A road with at least four lanes in each direction

111.

According to SC Code §56-5-2760, when must you stop on any highway for a school bus?

a)

When you are traveling in the opposite direction

b)

When you are behind the bus

c)

When you are traveling in the same direction

d)

When you are on a multi-lane highway

112.

What should you do when parking along the roadway?

a)

Park your vehicle as close to the flow of traffic as possible

b)

Park your vehicle as far away from the flow of traffic as possible

c)

Park your vehicle in the middle of the road

d)

Park your vehicle on the sidewalk

113.

Who is allowed to park in designated spaces for people with disabilities?

a)

Any vehicle with a disability license plate or placard

b)

Only vehicles driven by or transporting the person with the disability

c)

Any vehicle with a parking permit

d)

Any vehicle with a handicap sticker

114.

What should you do first when entering a perpendicular or angle parking space?

a)

Move forward slowly

b)

Signal your intentions

c)

Identify the space in which you will park and check traffic

d)

Center the vehicle in the space

115.

What is the correct order of steps when entering a perpendicular or angle parking space?

a)

Identify the space, signal your intentions, move forward slowly, center the vehicle, move to the front and secure the vehicle

b)

Signal your intentions, identify the space, move forward slowly, center the vehicle, move to the front and secure the vehicle

c)

Move forward slowly, identify the space, signal your intentions, center the vehicle, move to the front and secure the vehicle

d)

Identify the space, move forward slowly, signal your intentions, center the vehicle, move to the front and secure the vehicle

116.

What should you do when exiting a perpendicular or angle parking space?

a)

Move forward slowly

b)

Check for traffic in all directions

c)

Signal your intentions

d)

Center the vehicle in the space

117.

What is indicated by colored curb markings?

a)

Speed limits

b)

No-parking zones

c)

Pedestrian crossings

d)

Parking fees

118.

What should you do after identifying the space where you will park for parallel parking?

a)

Turn the steering wheel sharply

b)

Check traffic and signal

c)

Shift to drive

d)

Accelerate smoothly

119.

When should you stop and shift to drive while parallel parking?

a)

When the vehicle clears the parking area space

b)

When the rear bumper is in line with the front bumper of the vehicle behind

c)

Before touching the bumper of the vehicle to the rear

d)

After turning the steering wheel sharply

120.

What is the maximum distance you should park from the curb or edge of pavement?

a)

12 inches

b)

24 inches

c)

18 inches

d)

6 inches

121.

What should you do if traffic is clear when entering a parallel parking space?

a)

Shift to drive

b)

Shift to reverse and look to the rear

c)

Turn the steering wheel sharply

d)

Accelerate smoothly

122.

What is the correct action to take when backing up slowly into a parallel parking space?

a)

Turn the steering wheel sharply in the opposite direction

b)

Stop and shift to drive

c)

Turn the steering wheel rapidly in the appropriate direction

d)

Accelerate smoothly

123.

What is the first step when exiting a parallel parking space?

a)

Signal and use your mirrors

b)

Check traffic in all directions

c)

Move forward into the appropriate lane

d)

Make sure the front bumper clears the vehicle ahead

124.

When parking headed downhill, with or without a curb, which direction should you turn your wheels?

a)

To the left

b)

To the right

c)

Straight ahead

d)

Away from the curb

125.

When parking headed uphill with a curb, where should you turn your wheels?

a)

To the right

b)

To the left

c)

To the center of the street

d)

Straight ahead

126.

What should you do if your vehicle does not clear the vehicle ahead when exiting a parallel parking space?

a)

Move forward into the appropriate lane

b)

Reverse and correct steering

c)

Signal and use your mirrors

d)

Check traffic in all directions

127.

What should be done with the parking brakes when parking on hills?

a)

Leave them off

b)

Set them

c)

Use them only if there is no curb

d)

Use them only if headed downhill

128.

When parking downhill with or without a curb, which direction should you turn your wheels?

a)

Turn wheels toward the curb

b)

Turn wheels away from the curb

c)

Turn wheels to the right

d)

Turn wheels to the left

129.

What should you do to check your "blind spots" when changing lanes?

a)

Use your rearview mirror

b)

Use your side mirrors

c)

Turn your head and look over your shoulder

d)

Honk your horn

130.

What is the purpose of the acceleration lane when entering a multi-lane highway?

a)

To slow down before merging

b)

To reach the speed of other vehicles before merging

c)

To stop and wait for a gap in traffic

d)

To change lanes immediately

131.

What should you do after identifying a gap in traffic when entering a multi-lane highway?

a)

Speed up and merge without signaling

b)

Signal, adjust speed, and merge

c)

Stop and wait for a larger gap

d)

Change lanes immediately

132.

What should you do to avoid a quick lane change when exiting a roadway?

a)

Plan to move to the lane closest to your exit point early

b)

Speed up to reach your exit point quickly

c)

Move to the left-most lane

d)

Stop your vehicle on the shoulder

133.

Where is the deceleration lane located when exiting a roadway?

a)

To the left of the roadway

b)

In the middle of the roadway

c)

To the right of the roadway and before you reach the ramp

d)

At the beginning of the ramp

134.

What should you do before moving to the deceleration lane?

a)

Speed up and then signal your intention

b)

Signal your intention, check for the posted speed, and adjust your speed accordingly

c)

Move to the left-most lane

d)

Stop your vehicle completely

135.

Which lane should be used for passing slower vehicles on multi-lane roads?

a)

The right-most lane

b)

The left-most lane

c)

The middle lane

d)

The shoulder

136.

What should you check before passing another vehicle?

4 lines
137.

Why is it dangerous to stay alongside another vehicle for too long when passing?

a)

You might run out of fuel

b)

You might enter the blind spot of the other vehicle

c)

You might get a speeding ticket

d)

You might miss your exit

138.

When is it safe to pass another vehicle?

a)

When you are 50 feet away from the vehicle.

b)

When you are 100 feet or more before passing.

c)

When you are directly behind the vehicle.

d)

When you are 200 feet away from the vehicle.

139.

What should you do before returning to your lane after passing another vehicle?

a)

Signal your intention and check traffic over your shoulder.

b)

Speed up and quickly move back into the lane.

c)

Slow down and move back into the lane.

d)

Do not signal and move back into the lane.

140.

What should you do when being passed by another vehicle?

a)

Speed up to prevent the vehicle from passing.

b)

Move to the left lane.

c)

Stay in your lane and maintain a constant speed.

d)

Stop your vehicle immediately.

141.

When should you not attempt to pass another vehicle?

a)

When your view is blocked by a curve or a hill.

b)

When you are on a straight road.

c)

When you are on a highway.

d)

When you are in a residential area.

142.

What should you do when passing a bicyclist?

a)

Pass as closely as possible.

b)

Allow as much space as possible between your vehicle and the bicyclist.

c)

Speed up to pass quickly.

d)

Honk your horn to alert the bicyclist.

143.

What is the Zipper Merge?

a)

A strategy for merging early when a lane is ending

b)

A new driving strategy that requires drivers to merge late

c)

A method for reducing speed on highways

d)

A technique for parking in tight spaces

144.

When is it safer for drivers to remain in their current traffic lane until the point of merge?

a)

When traffic is light and fast

b)

When traffic is heavy and slow

c)

When there are no signs

d)

When the weather is clear

145.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of the Zipper Merge?

a)

Reducing the difference in speeds between two lanes

b)

Reducing the overall length of traffic backup by as much as 40%

c)

Increasing the number of lanes on the interstate

d)

Reducing incidents of road rage

146.

What does the Zipper Merge help to create among drivers?

a)

A sense of competition

b)

A sense of fairness and equity

c)

A sense of urgency

d)

A sense of confusion

147.

When should you avoid using the zipper merge?

a)

When traffic is moving at highway speeds and there are no backups.

b)

When traffic is heavily congested.

c)

When you are approaching a stop sign.

d)

When you are driving in a residential area.

148.

What is the bottom line for merging according to the text?

a)

Merge as quickly as possible.

b)

Merge when it is safe to do so.

c)

Merge only when there is a backup.

d)

Merge when you see a gap.

149.

Two solid yellow lines in the center of the road mean that passing is

a)

allowed only for heavy vehicles

b)

allowed on one side

c)

not allowed on either side

d)

allowed on both sides

150.

What does this sign mean?

a)

Timberland high school

b)

Bonneau Beach access

c)

Hospital ahead

d)

work crew ahead

151.

In South Carolina, you must have your headlights turned on

a)

1/2 hour after sunset to a 1/2 before sunrise.

b)

from sunset to sunrise.

c)

2 hours after sunset to 2 hours before sunrise.

d)

1 hour after sunset to an 1 before sunrise.

152.

An Interstate System route marker sign is

a)

red, green, yellow

b)

red, white, black

c)

red, white, brown

d)

red, white, blue

153.

To turn the steering wheel at an intersection, you should use

a)

The double hand technique

b)

Hand over hand technique

c)

hand to hand technique

d)

the single hand technique

154.

When you parallel park next to a curb, you must park within _________ of the curb.

a)

18 inches

b)

26 inches

c)

32 inches

d)

12 inches

155.

You must not park your vehicle

a)

within 20ft of a crosswalk at an intersection

b)

within 50 feet of a railroad crossing

c)

within 15 feet of a fire hydrant

d)

in any of the above locations

156.

In South Carolina, whenever you wish to turn, you must start to signal the turn at least _______ in advance.

a)

70 ft

b)

100 ft

c)

80 ft

d)

50 ft

157.

When a driver extends his or her left hand and arm downward, it means that he or she intends to

a)

change lanes

b)

turn left

c)

fly to space

d)

slowdown or stop

158.

What does this sign indicate?

a)

A one-way road ahead

b)

A closed road ahead

c)

A yield sign ahead

d)

a stop sign ahead

159.

What does this sign mean?

a)

A highway interchange is ahead

b)

A parking lot is ahead

c)

U-turns are not allowed

d)

A roundabout is ahead.

160.

In South Carolina, it is recommended that you maintain a following distance of at least _________ behind the vehicle in front of you.

a)

5 to 6 seconds

b)

30 seconds

c)

45 seconds

d)

4 seconds

161.

At the end of most entrance ramps on freeways or interstate highways, you will find _________ that allows you to increase your speed.

a)

an exit ramp

b)

an exit gore

c)

a deceleration lane

d)

an acceleration lane

162.

When driving in fog, snow, or rain, you should use your

a)

emergency lights

b)

low-beam headlights

c)

high beam headlights

d)

parking lights

163.

In South Carolina, you must dim your headlights whenever you are within ________ of an oncoming vehicle.

a)

400 ft

b)

200 ft

c)

100 ft

d)

500 ft

164.

If your brakes fail while you are driving, you should NOT

a)

stop by colliding head on with a solid object

b)

rub the wheels against a curb

c)

pump the brake pedal

d)

downshift into a lower gear.

165.

If your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks when a train is approaching, what should you do?

a)

Wait for emergency help to arrive

b)

Ask other drivers to help move your vehicle

c)

Try to signal the approaching train

d)

Get everyone out of your vehicle.

166.

If an oncoming vehicle has its high beams on, you should look __________ until the vehicle has passed.

a)

towards the right edge of the roadway

b)

in your rear view mirror

c)

towards the left edge of the roadway

d)

at the driver of the vehicle

167.

On a highway with four or more lanes, slower traffic should always use

a)

the shoulder

b)

the rightmost lane

c)

the center lane

d)

the leftmost lane

168.

What does this sign indicate?

a)

Narrow bridge

b)

A side road at a railroad crossing

c)

an underpass

d)

a narrow bridge

169.

You have parked next to a curb, facing uphill. Which way should you point your front wheels?

a)

Away from the curb

b)

straight

c)

towards the curb

d)

in any direction

170.

Which of the following conditions is known as hydroplaning?

a)

Moving over the surface of water on a wet road

b)

tailgating in the rain

c)

using high beam headlights in the rain

d)

applying the brakes on a wet road

171.

_________ are areas around trucks or other large vehicles in which other vehicles may disappear into blind spots.

a)

No -zone

b)

slow-zone

c)

zero-zones

d)

fast-zone

172.

To use a roundabout or traffic circle, you must

a)

enter to the right but steer to the left

b)

enter to the left and steer to the left

c)

enter to the left but steer to the right

d)

enter to the right and steer to the right

173.

Will I pass my permit test?

a)

Yes

b)

No