2024 South Carolina Permit Test 3

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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9. Which statement is true?

Explanation
The speed at which you are traveling affects almost everything else that can happen to you in a car. You must always comply with posted speed limits. Heavy traffic conditions and poor weather conditions require a slower speed.

10. This road sign means:

virginia-deer crossing
Explanation
This sign warns that deer cross the roadway in the area. You should slow down, be alert, and be ready to stop.

11. If you need to stop quickly and your vehicle is not equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), you should:

Explanation
Pumping the brakes is generally the best way to stop a car in an emergency. The car will stop quickly and you will also be able to continue steering.

12. Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a:

Explanation
Allow for extra space when driving behind a motorcycle. Motorcycles can stop more quickly than other vehicles can and you must have adequate room to stop if the motorcyclist brakes or falls off. Also, remember that motorcycles are difficult to see at night because they only have one tail light.

13. The presence of double solid yellow lines means you may pass another vehicle from either direction.

Explanation
A double solid yellow line means that it is prohibited for vehicles traveling in either direction to cross the centerline to pass.

14. This sign means:

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Explanation
A round sign always indicates that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

15. You should drive on the shoulder to pass a car:

Explanation
Passing on the right is permissible only if it is possible to do so without driving off the roadway. Never pass another vehicle on the shoulder because the other driver will not expect you to be there and may pull off the road.

16. A leaky exhaust system in your vehicle is dangerous because it can cause:

Explanation
The exhaust system carries exhaust gas out of the vehicle and prevents fumes from entering into the passenger compartment. To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, keep your exhaust system free of leaks. Replace all defective parts immediately.
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