2024 South Carolina Permit Test 23

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.. Read More

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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24. If a vehicle is equipped with airbags:

Explanation
Airbags are important safety devices that provide protection in crashes. For best protection, a vehicle's lap and shoulder belts should be used in combination with airbags.

25. Allowing a space cushion between your vehicle and its surroundings is important because it:

Explanation
The only way to be sure you will have enough time to react to mistakes made by other drivers is to leave plenty of space between you and the vehicles around you.

26. To change lanes you should:

Explanation
Before changing lanes, you should activate your turn signal in the appropriate direction and check your rearview and side mirrors. Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move in order to check your blind spot and check the far lane to be sure no one else is trying to enter the same lane as you. Change lanes when you are sure it is safe to do so.

27. You are entering a crowded freeway. What should you do to merge into traffic?

Explanation
Use the entrance ramp to accelerate to the speed of freeway traffic and yield to traffic already using the freeway. Before entering traffic, use your mirrors and check your blind spots to verify that you have room to safely merge.

28. Which of the following statements is true?

Explanation
When following another vehicle on any street under normal driving conditions, maintain a three or four second gap between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. If any unusual conditions exist, such as rainy weather or increased traffic, increase your following distance.

29. As a pedestrian, you should:

Explanation
Pedestrians should not enter a street or crosswalk when vehicles are approaching. Though pedestrians have the right-of-way in crosswalks, a vehicle approaching from a close distance may not have the time to stop before entering the crosswalk.

30. Which statement about tires is true?

Explanation
The tires on your vehicle must have good tread and be free of damage. Inspect the condition of your tires regularly.
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