Printable SC Permit Practice Test

1. What should a driver do on a slippery road covered with rain, snow, sleet, or ice?

1. Follow more closely to reduce spray
2. Keep the posted speed until the tires begin to slide
3. Brake hard before every change in direction
4. Reduce speed at the first sign of the slippery condition

2. What area do crosswalks define for pedestrians?

1. The shoulder used for disabled vehicles
2. A lane reserved for passing trucks
3. A place where parking is always required
4. The area where pedestrians may cross the roadway

3. Which South Carolina license class covers a non commercial single unit vehicle over 26,000 pounds, such as a large motor home?

1. Class D
2. Class M
3. Class A
4. Class E

4. At what point total does the South Carolina manual say a driver's license will be suspended for excessive points?

1. 10 points after two years
2. 6 or more points for every driver age 17 or older
3. 12 or more points for a driver age 17 or older
4. 4 points for any licensed driver

5. If a disabled vehicle is stopped on a highway, how far behind it should emergency flares be placed when available?

1. Directly beneath the rear bumper
2. About 20 to 30 feet
3. At least one mile
4. About 200 to 300 feet

6. Where may a South Carolina driver go with a route-restricted license?

1. To and from work, college or residence, ADSAP, or a court-ordered drug program
2. Anywhere during daylight
3. Only to medical appointments
4. Any trip under 20 miles

7. With a South Carolina conditional or special restricted license, during what hours may the teen drive alone?

1. 6 a.m. to midnight
2. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
3. 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., or to 8 p.m. during daylight saving time
4. Any time before midnight

8. How long must the National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course last for point reduction?

1. Four hours of online instruction
2. Eight hours of classroom training
3. Ten hours of behind-the-wheel practice
4. One hour at an SCDMV branch

9. What colors and shapes may regulatory signs use?

1. White with black, red, or green letters or symbols, often square or rectangular
2. Yellow with black symbols, always diamond shaped
3. Green with white letters, always circular
4. Blue with orange symbols, usually triangular

10. What do warning signs tell a driver about the roadway?

1. A possible danger or hazard may be ahead
2. A specific parking law must be obeyed
3. A nearby service station is available
4. The route number identifies an interstate

11. When yielding to an emergency vehicle, what should a driver avoid whenever possible?

1. Using a turn signal before pulling over
2. Blocking intersections, roadways, or driveways
3. Stopping at the edge of the road
4. Allowing the emergency vehicle to pass

12. Why does the South Carolina manual say not to assume a motorcycle is turning when its signal flashes?

1. Motorcycles are not required to have signals
2. Motorcycle signals are decorative
3. Riders signal only for lane changes
4. Motorcycle turn signals may not self cancel and the rider may have forgotten them

13. A South Carolina conditional license holder has no licensed adult in the car. When may the teen carry more than two passengers under 21?

1. Never, under any circumstances
2. On weekends only
3. When transporting family members or students to and from school
4. When all passengers are over 16

14. After moving permanently to South Carolina with a valid out-of-state license, when must a resident apply for an SC license?

1. Within 10 days of moving
2. Within 45 days of moving
3. Within 90 days of moving
4. Only when the other license expires

15. What is the average perception time for an alert driver, according to the South Carolina manual?

1. One tenth of a second
2. 5 seconds
3. Three quarters of a second to 1 second
4. 10 seconds

16. A South Carolina driver's license is about to be suspended for points. When must a defensive driving course be finished to help?

1. Within 30 days after the suspension begins
2. Any time during the suspension
3. Only after the suspension ends
4. Before the suspension begins

17. What kind of information does a regulatory sign provide?

1. A warning that a service station is closed
2. A prediction that a curve may appear several miles ahead
3. A list of nearby attractions and points of interest
4. Specific laws that drivers must obey, including rules for lane use or turning

18. Before making a turn, what should a driver search for?

1. A clear space behind the vehicle without checking ahead
2. Only vehicles approaching from the left
3. Only pedestrians already in the crosswalk
4. Traffic controls, pedestrians, and other vehicles at all corners

19. What does the pictured ONE WAY sign tell a driver about traffic flow?

1. The driver must turn around before reaching the sign
2. Traffic may travel in either direction when no cars are visible
3. The arrow marks a lane reserved for buses
4. Traffic travels only in the arrow's direction

20. What kind of information does a warning sign provide?

1. A route number for an interstate highway
2. A law that sets the maximum legal speed
3. The name of a nearby service station
4. Notice of possible danger or a hazard ahead

21. What must a driver do at a flashing red traffic light before entering the intersection?

1. Wait for the signal to become a steady green
2. Slow down without stopping if the road looks clear
3. Make a complete stop and then follow the stop-sign procedure
4. Accelerate through before cross traffic arrives

22. What is the proper response when an emergency vehicle approaches from behind with flashing lights and a siren?

1. Stop immediately in the travel lane regardless of location
2. Pull over to the edge of the road so it can pass more easily
3. Accelerate so the emergency vehicle cannot catch up
4. Turn left across traffic to clear the lane

23. When operating a motor vehicle in South Carolina, what cellphone use is unlawful under the general distracted-driving rule?

1. Speaking to a passenger while the vehicle is moving
2. Using a hands-free voice call through an earpiece
3. Listening to navigation directions through the vehicle speakers
4. Using a wireless electronic communication device when it requires either hand

24. What must a person who has never held a driver's license obtain first in South Carolina?

1. A beginner’s permit
2. A regular Class D license without testing
3. A special restricted license
4. A commercial learner credential

25. A driver age 17 or younger must hold a beginner's permit for how long before applying for a license?

1. At least 90 days
2. At least 30 days
3. At least 180 days
4. At least one year

26. What may happen to a South Carolina driver who endangers a highway worker in a work zone?

1. The driver automatically loses the vehicle registration for one year
2. The driver receives only a warning if the worker is uninjured
3. The driver may receive a fine but no points for a first incident
4. The driver may be fined and have points assessed against the driving record

27. When does a conditional license holder earn full driving privileges under the South Carolina graduated program?

1. Immediately after passing the skills test
2. After one year with no traffic offenses and no at-fault collisions
3. After six months with one traffic offense
4. At age 16 regardless of driving record

28. At the pictured South Carolina STOP sign, where must you stop when a stop line or crosswalk is present?

1. After entering the intersection for a better view
2. Behind the stop line or crosswalk
3. Beside the sign, regardless of the pavement markings
4. Only after a vehicle approaches from another direction

29. What features help a driver identify the kind of information a traffic sign provides?

1. The size and make of the vehicle approaching it
2. Only the distance from the nearest intersection
3. Its shape, color, symbols, and words
4. Whether the road surface is wet or dry

30. What should you do before moving into another lane?

1. Signal only after the lane change is complete
2. Check mirrors, check the blind spot, signal, and look again
3. Look only in the inside mirror
4. Move first, then check whether the gap was large enough

31. What information do regulatory traffic signs provide?

1. Specific laws governing traffic direction, lane use, turns, speed, or parking
2. General scenic information about nearby attractions
3. Advance notice of a railroad crossing only
4. Weather forecasts for the roadway

32. If a driver under 17 receives six or more points before holding a license for one year, what suspension applies?

1. Six months
2. Thirty days
3. Three months
4. One year

33. How long must a learner hold a beginner’s permit before applying for a driver’s license at age 18 or older?

1. At least 30 days, with application on the 31st day or later
2. At least 60 days, with application on the 61st day
3. At least 180 days, with application on the 181st day
4. No holding period applies after the applicant turns 18

34. In a South Carolina RCUT intersection, how does a driver make a left-turn or through movement from a cross street?

1. Cross directly through the median without turning
2. Turn right onto the main road, then make a U-turn at a one-way median opening
3. Wait for a four-way stop before turning left normally
4. Use a bus-only lane to reach the opposite direction

35. For a driver under 21 in South Carolina, what is the minimum loss of driving privileges after refusing an intoxicant test?

1. At least three days
2. At least six months
3. At least three months
4. No loss of privileges

36. When are points on a South Carolina driving record reduced by half?

1. After six months from the court date
2. Immediately after the conviction is entered
3. One year after the violation date on the ticket
4. Only when the driver completes a defensive course

37. What does the pictured round yellow RXR sign warn a driver about?

1. A work zone with a temporary traffic signal
2. A roundabout that requires traffic to circle left
3. A bicycle-only crossing
4. A highway-railroad grade crossing ahead

38. What might a warning sign notify a driver about?

1. A hazard or special situation on the roadway ahead
2. The exact amount of a parking fee
3. The registered owner of a nearby vehicle
4. The vehicle manufacturer warranty

39. What is the fine for a first offense under South Carolina's Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act?

1. $200 and two points
2. $100
3. $25
4. $500

40. Your vehicle is stuck in snow on a South Carolina road. What does the manual suggest to regain traction?

1. Spin the wheels at full throttle
2. Pour water on the tires
3. Let air out of all four tires
4. Clear snow from the wheels and pour sand, cat litter, gravel or salt in the path of the wheels