2024 South Carolina Permit Test 24

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.

Number of Tests
Number of Question
Passing Score

1. When you approach a railroad crossing without flashing warning signals or crossing gates, you should:

Explanation
Always be prepared to yield to any oncoming trains before crossing railroad tracks, particularly if there are no lights or gates controlling the crossing. Never start to cross the tracks until there is room for your entire vehicle on the other side of the tracks. Due to the risk of a vehicle stalling, it is not wise to shift gears when crossing railroad tracks.

2. This sign means:

indiana-t intersection
Explanation
Warning signs prepare drivers for upcoming road conditions and hazards and are usually yellow with black markings. This sign warns drivers that they are approaching a T intersection and should prepare to turn either right or left.

3. It is important to be alert to motorcycles because:

Explanation
Motorcycles are smaller and harder to see than cars. Because of their size, they are easily hidden in a car’s blind spot. It may be difficult to judge your distance to a motorcycle and difficult to tell how fast a motorcycle is moving, so always be alert and extra cautious when near a motorcyclist.

4. SCDMV must be notified within ____ days of any name or address changes.

Explanation
SCDMV must be informed about any change to your name or address within 10 days of the change.

5. You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck. You should drive:

Explanation
It is necessary to follow farther behind a large truck than you would if following a passenger vehicle because trucks have larger blind spots.

6. When driving in fog, you should use your high beam headlights.

Explanation
You should use your low beam headlights when driving in fog. High beams will reflect back at the driver and lower visibility.

7. Which of the following are used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turning?

Explanation
Arrows may be used to indicate which lanes should be used for specific purposes, such as driving straight or making a turn.

8. If you find that the roadway ahead of you is flooded, you should:

Explanation
Never attempt to drive on a flooded road. Even if the water looks shallow, it may hide many kinds of hazards. If you encounter a flooded area, turn around and seek another route to your destination.
DMV Writen Test