Directions: South Carolina issues both five-year and ten-year licenses. If you are a United States citizen and you visit a DMV branch office to obtain an original or renewal license, you will receive a ten-year license unless you are 65 years of age or older. Persons who are 65 years of age or older may not obtain a ten year license, but will be issued a five year license

To apply for a beginner’s permit, you must be at least 15 years of age or older. You must provide a birth certificate, social security card or its equivalent, proof of residency, and must pass the vision and knowledge tests.

The Knowledge tests include 30 multiple choice questions

If you answer at least 24 questions correctly from the sample tests provided here you will be well prepared to take the knowledge test for your learner's permit.

Decrease your speed.
Pull off the right side of the road and let traffic pass.
Not let the other cars pass your vehicle.
Use your four-way flashers.

A bad driving habit.
A good driving habit.
Unnecessary.
Not necessary if you use the rearview mirror.

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South carolina driver's examination

Which of these statements is true about drugs and driving?

Temporary signs used in construction and maintenance work areas:

You should use your horn when:

The maximum posted speed limit should be driven only:

Motorists are not required to yield to pedestrians when they walk against a traffic light.

Which statement is true?

If you are driving so slowly that traffic is backing up behind you, you should:

The act of turning your head and checking your blind spot before changing lanes, driving away from a curb, or merging your vehicle into traffic is:

Any prescription drug is safe to use if you don't feel drowsy.
Even over-the-counter drugs can impair your driving.
Only illegal drugs can impair your driving.

Have a red background with green writing.
Have an orange background with black writing.
Have a yellow background with blue writing.

Another vehicle is in your way.
It may help prevent a collision.
Another driver makes a mistake.

You should put on your cruise control near a railroad crossing to maintain a constant speed.
You must stop at a railroad crossing when directed to do so by a flagger or stop sign.
You have the right-of-way at a railroad crossing and do not need to stop.

Number of tests:	24
Number of questions:	30
Passing score:	24

During the night.
During the day.
Under ideal conditions.

True
False