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.

Heavy traffic ahead.
Do not enter.
Railroad crossing.
Yield.

As long as an approaching train is not too close.
If your vehicle can do so without damaging the gate.
If you first look carefully in both directions.
Under no circumstances.

Honk to let them know you’re there.
Move to the left lane.
Yield.
Speed up to pass.

A sudden change in weather calls for a change in driving.
You should slow down when driving in rain and fog.
Be particularly aware of vehicles coming up behind you in inclement weather.
All of the above.

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South carolina driver's examination

This sign means:

You may drive around or under a gate that is being lowered or raised at a railroad crossing:

You are driving on a road with two or more lanes traveling in the same direction. You should:

If you are driving near a large commercial vehicle, you should:

If a transit vehicle is signaling to re-enter the main roadway following a stop, you must:

Which of the following statements is true?

The best way to avoid a dangerous situation while driving is to:

If you are being followed too closely on a two-lane road:

Drive in any lane.
Drive in the left lane, except to pass.
Drive in the right lane, except to pass.

Follow the large vehicle closely to reduce wind drag on your vehicle.
Avoid driving beside it for long stretches of time.
Drive on its right side when on curves and hills.

Know what is happening around your vehicle.
Turn off the radio.
Always keep your eyes focused ahead of your car.

Reduce your speed slowly to encourage the tailgater to drive around you.
Speed up to increase the distance between you and the other car.
Apply your brakes to slow down, then resume your original speed.

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