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

Motorcycles, scooters, and mopeds are not easy to see; therefore, you should:

On a freeway, you should look farther ahead than you would on a city street:

This sign is used to warn drivers about:

If it is necessary to make an emergency stop while driving on an interstate, you should:

You should allow an extra cushion of space:

At an intersection with stop signs on all corners, yield the right-of-way to any driver:

You should not use your horn:

Drivers should use their high beam headlights:

Slow down when driving.
Make constant visual checks.
Share a lane with a motorcycle.

In order to see potential hazards early.
Because it takes a quarter of a mile to stop your vehicle completely.
Because it helps you keep up with traffic.

Sound your horn at passing cars to get their attention.
Get out of your vehicle and flag down the first vehicle that passes.
Pull off the road, turn on your emergency flashers, and stay in your vehicle, if you can.

When following a station wagon.
When following a driver who cannot see the rear of their vehicle.
When following a small passenger car.

On your left.
Who arrived before you.
Across from your vehicle.

When visibility ahead is limited.
If you might hit another vehicle.
Near blind pedestrians.

Where there are no oncoming vehicles.
Where there may be pedestrians.
Both of the above.

Upcoming intersections.
Road construction.
Road curves ahead.