2025 South Carolina Permit Test 7

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. A broken yellow line beside a solid yellow line indicates that:

Explanation
A broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow line means that traffic in the lane next to the broken line may cross the line to pass, while traffic in the lane next to the solid line may not.

10. As you approach an intersection with a flashing yellow light:

Explanation
A flashing yellow light means that you should slow down, check for cross traffic, and proceed with caution.

11. To safely pass a bicycle, you should:

Explanation
When passing a bicyclist, slow down and give them as much space as you can. Bicyclists have much less protection than drivers of motor vehicles and they should not be crowded. Passing a bicycle too quickly can shift the bicyclist off-course.

12. At night, it is hardest to see:

Explanation
Compared to signs and other roadside objects, pedestrians are hardest to see at night.

13. When you are backing up, it is usually best to:

Explanation
Turn your head to look behind you before and while backing up. Steer with one hand when backing up or when operating vehicle controls. You should keep both hands on the wheel at any other time.

14. This sign means:

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Explanation
This sign indicates that a stop sign is ahead.

15. Any amount of alcohol in the blood may affect a driver's:

Explanation
A driver’s ability to safely operate a vehicle may be impaired at any BAC level, even a level lower than the legal limit. Any amount of alcohol can affect one’s judgment and physical coordination. Driving under the influence of even a small amount of alcohol can lead to criminal charges.

16. Which of the following blocks the smooth flow of traffic?

Explanation
Rubbernecking (the practice of slowing down to look at collisions or other out-of-the-ordinary things) contributes to traffic congestion and should be avoided.
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