Directions: To obtain an Instruction Permit in South Dakota, you must be at least 14 years of age and pass the vision and knowledge test. The South Dakota written examination tests your knowledge of traffic laws, road signs, and driving safety rules. It determines whether you are prepared to operate a vehicle in accordance with South Dakota law.

The knowledge test consists of 25 multiple choice questions that are important to the safe operation of a motor vehicle and South Dakota laws and driving practices. The questions are based on the information provided in the manual.

A passing score consist of at least 20 correct

Number of tests:	24
Number of questions:	25
Passing score:	20

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South dakota driver's examination

Before switching on the ignition, you should:

If you drive more slowly than the flow of traffic, you will most likely:

When you see a flashing yellow light at an intersection, you should:

A broken yellow line beside a solid yellow line indicates that passing is:

This road sign means:

What is the only medically proven method of removing alcohol or other drug combinations from your system?

When you see this sign, you should:

To know where traffic is behind you:

Buckle your safety belt.
Be sure all passengers have buckled their safety belts.
Both of the above.

Interfere with traffic and receive a ticket.
Improve traffic flow.
Demonstrate defensive driving techniques.

Yield to all traffic before crossing the intersection.
Stop, then enter the intersection when it is safe to do so.
Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.

Permitted from the side next to the solid yellow line.
Not permitted from either direction.
Permitted from the side next to the broken yellow line.

Watch for traffic merging from the right.
Merge right.
Turn left.

Frequently check your rearview mirror.
Turn and look out your back window.
Keep other vehicles out of your blind spots.

Highway entrance ramp.
Road widens.
Right lane ends.

Breathe in some fresh air.
Give your body time.
Drink coffee.