2025 South Dakota 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 Dakota. 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 Dakota please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/south-dakota/car.
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Passing Score
17. If you are being followed too closely on a two-lane road:
Explanation
If you are being followed too closely by another driver, merge into a different lane. If there is no lane available for merging, wait until the road ahead is clear and slowly reduce your speed. This will encourage the tailgater to drive around you.
18. This road sign means:
Explanation
Warning signs provide notice to road users of a situation that might not be readily apparent and are usually yellow with black markings. This warning sign tells drivers to be alert to an intersecting side road ahead.
19. Highway pavement will be particularly treacherous and most slippery:
Explanation
Pavement is particularly treacherous when it first begins to rain. Accumulations of dirt and oil mix with the rainwater, creating a greasy film on the roadway.
20. The best way to avoid a dangerous situation while driving is to:
Explanation
Always be aware of what is happening around your vehicle. Constantly observing your surroundings to the front, sides, and rear of your vehicle will help you see problems that may require you to change speed or roadway position.
21. If your wheels drop off the roadway or pavement edge, you should:
Explanation
If your wheels drop off the roadway or pavement edge, do not attempt to turn back onto the roadway immediately. Instead, reduce your speed, check traffic, and gradually turn back onto the roadway when it is safe to do so.
22. When you see a flashing yellow light at an intersection, you should:
Explanation
A flashing yellow light at an intersection indicates that drivers should slow to a safe and reasonable speed and proceed with caution.
23. As you approach the top of a hill, you should:
Explanation
You may not know what is on the other side of a hill or just around a curve, even if you have driven the road many times. If a vehicle is stalled just out of sight on the roadway, you must be able to stop. Whenever you come to a hill or curve, adjust your speed so you can stop if necessary.
24. You drive defensively when you:
Explanation
You are driving defensively when you are looking down the road for potential hazards. Constantly staring at the road directly in front of your vehicle is dangerous. As you scan ahead, be alert to vehicles around you.
25. Accumulating ____ on your license within a 12-month period will result in the suspension of your license.
Explanation
