SC DMV Permit Test Questions with Answers (100%
Correct Answers)
Motorists must dim their lights: Answer: When another vehicle
approaches within 500 feet,
When following another vehicle within 200 feet
Your Answer:✓ All of the above
When you detect an emergency vehicle approaching from behind you,
you should _____: Answer: Pull over and stop on the right side of the
road.
If you hold a beginner's permit, conditional provisional or special
restricted driver's license and you accumulate _____ or more, your
driving privileges will be suspended for six months. Answer: 6 points
Which of these things should you do if your tire goes flat while
driving? Answer: Hold the steering wheel firmly.
Lightly apply the brake and increase pressure as needed to gradually
slow down.
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Pull off the roadway as soon as it is safe to do so.
Your Answer:✓ All of the above.
If an oncoming vehicle is entering into your lane, you should: Answer:
Sound your horn.
Pull as far to the right as possible.
Your Answer:✓ Both of the above.
When you see a 'Roadwork Ahead' sign, you should: Answer: Look for
the roadway workers, equipment, and other evidence of roadwork, be
cautious.
If a police officer is directing traffic at an intersection, you should:
Answer: Do what the officer instructs.
As you are driving on an undivided highway, you approach a school
bus that is stopped and has its red lights flashing. You _____: Answer:
May not pass until the school bus driver turns off the flashing red
lights.
Drivers turning left must yield to oncoming vehicles that are: Answer:
✓ Both: "Turning right" and "Going straight".
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If you miss a turn, you should: Answer: Go to the next intersection and
work your way back.
You should never make a turnabout (three-point turn): Answer: On
any curve.
On the top of a hill.
In a busy intersection.
Your Answer:✓ All of the above.
When traveling in a traffic circle or roundabout you should keep to the
_____ of the central island: Answer: Right
At railroad crossings, the _____ has the right of way Answer: Train
When you are backing up, it is usually best to: Answer: Steer with one
hand, while looking out the rear window.
Crossing a railroad track after warning lights are flashing or crossing
gates are down is _____ Answer: Against the law
Reason for a citation
Dangerous
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