2025 South Carolina Permit Test 16
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in South Carolina. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for South Carolina please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/south-carolina/car.
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9. To improve visibility lowered by rain or fog, drivers should use their:
Explanation
Low beam headlights should be used when driving in rainy or foggy weather. Even if they do little to help you see, low beams will make it easier for others to see you.
10. This road sign means:
Explanation
This sign indicates that the road ahead winds with a series of turns or curves.
11. When steering a vehicle:
Explanation
Your hands should be placed on opposite sides the steering wheel with your thumbs aiming up. Grip the wheel gently but firmly, using your fingers rather than your palms. Turn the steering wheel by gripping the outside of the wheel, not the inside.
12. When driving on an interstate:
Explanation
Signal, check your mirrors, and check your blind spot before changing lanes or passing on an interstate. Only stop on the shoulder of the interstate in the case of an emergency and change lanes as infrequently as possible. Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or under poor weather conditions.
13. When approaching an accident scene, you should:
Explanation
Do not stop at an accident scene unless you are involved or emergency help has not yet arrived. Keep your attention on your driving and keep moving, watching for people who might be on or near the road. Never drive to the scene of an accident, fire, or other disaster just to look.
14. 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:
Explanation
When changing lanes, it is important to check your blind spots. Do this by looking over your shoulder toward the next lane. Do not rely only on your mirrors.
15. If your wheels drop off the roadway or pavement edge, you should:
Explanation
If your wheels drop off the roadway or pavement edge, do not attempt to turn back onto the roadway immediately. Instead, reduce your speed, check traffic, and gradually turn back onto the roadway when it is safe to do so.
16. It is unlawful to drive alongside a motorcycle in the same lane.
Explanation
