South Carolina Car Driving Permit Test-5 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

You exit the freeway on a ramp that curves downhill. You should:

Slow to a safe speed before the curve.
Slow to the posted speed limit for the freeway.
Wait until you have entered the curve to begin braking.

Q.2

This road sign means:

The left lane is reserved for vehicles with a specific number of occupants.
Specific turning movements are allowed from specific lanes.
Do not enter.
Drivers in both lanes are responsible for merging smoothly.

Q.3

What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?

Merging traffic
Proceed with caution.
Pedestrian crossing
Come to a full stop.

Q.4

Another driver is trying to pass your car. You should:

Pull off the road.
Signal to the other driver when it is safe for them to pass.
Check for oncoming traffic and adjust your speed to allow safe passing.
Speed up.

Q.5

To pass on a two-lane road, you should:

Sound your horn as you pass.
Flash your headlights as you pass.
Judge the distance to any oncoming vehicles.

Q.6

You should follow which of the following tips when being passed by another driver?

Be on guard so that you can protect yourself from any unsafe actions performed by the other driver.
Maintain your speed and position when being passed.
If the passing car wants to return to your lane, allow them space.
All of the above.

Q.7

When driving in fog or mist, never put your headlights on the high beam setting because:

The light will reflect back into your eyes.
Approaching vehicles might not see you.
Vehicles behind you may follow too closely.

Q.8

Double solid yellow lane markings mean that:

Neither lane may pass.
Both lanes may pass.
The lane to the right may pass.

Q.9

Drivers may park in the handicap parking access aisles located directly beside handicap parking stalls.

True
False

Q.10

What happens if you drink alcohol while taking prescription or over-the-counter medicine?

The medicine reduces the effect of the alcohol.
The alcohol will help the medicine cure a cold.
The combination could multiply the effects of the alcohol or medicine.
There is no effect because they are different substances.

Q.11

You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn. You should:

Signal and keep your wheels turned to the left.
Signal and keep your wheels straight.
Flash your headlights so drivers will let you through.
Drive around the rear of a car if it blocks you.

Q.12

What should a driver do when approaching a traffic control signal that is not in operation?

Come to a full stop and yield the right-of-way before entering the intersection.
If the intersection is clear, the driver does not need to stop.
Drive quickly through the intersection to get out of the way of other vehicles.

Q.13

Signs with orange backgrounds are:

General warning signs.
Construction and maintenance warning signs.
Regulatory signs.

Q.14

To be able to turn quickly, your hands must be:

On opposite sides of the steering wheel.
Next to each other on the top of the steering wheel.
On the top and bottom of the steering wheel.

Q.15

You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle that is using its siren and flashing lights by:

Driving as closely to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping.
Moving into the right lane and driving slowly until it has passed.
Stopping immediately, even if you are within an intersection.

Q.16

The effect that alcohol has on your reflexes and judgment:

Is less pronounced when consuming beer instead of wine.
Is less pronounced when consuming wine instead of beer.
Is most pronounced when consuming hard ciders and mixed drinks.
Depends on the amount of alcohol in your bloodstream.

Q.17

This sign means:

No U-turn.
No turning.
No left turn.

Q.18

When you are behind a motorcycle, you should:

Be ready to use your horn.
Drive more slowly.
Allow a larger following distance.

Q.19

While driving, your wheels slip off the edge of the road. You should:

Jerk the steering wheel to force the vehicle back onto the pavement.
Speed up and steer back onto the pavement gradually.
Slam on your brakes and stop.
Slow down by gently using the brakes. Turn the steering wheel to return to the pavement at a safe speed.

Q.20

When a school bus is stopped on the road ahead to load or unload children, you must:

Come to a complete stop until all the children have left the bus.
Come to a complete stop until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm is withdrawn.
Change lanes, drive slowly, and pass the bus cautiously.

Q.21

SCDMV must be notified within ____ days of any name or address changes.

15
30
45
10

Q.22

If you approach a traffic light with a red signal and a police officer directs you to go through the intersection without stopping, you should:

Stop until the light turns green.
Go through the intersection without stopping.
Come to a complete stop before proceeding.

Q.23

Motorists should maintain a safe operating distance when driving near a cyclist.

TRUE
FALSE

Q.24

To let others know that you intend to turn, signal at least ____ feet from where you plan to turn.

50
100
150

Q.25

When an authorized vehicle using its sirens and flashing lights approaches a vehicle, the driver should pull to the right-hand edge of the roadway and wait for the emergency vehicle to pass.

True
False

Q.26

You must stop at an intersection when you see a:

Flashing red light.
Steady yellow light.
Yellow arrow.
Flashing yellow light.

Q.27

A diamond-shaped sign is a:

Road hazard sign.
Interstate route sign.
School crossing sign.
Speed limit sign.

Q.28

You should honk your horn when you:

Are traveling through an intersection.
Are passing a bicyclist.
See a child who is about to run into the street.
Are parallel parking.

Q.29

On a four-lane highway, slower traffic should drive in the:

Center lane.
Right lane.
Left lane.

Q.30

When it starts raining or snowing enough for you to turn on your windshield wipers, you must also:

Pull over to the side of the road.
Turn on your headlights.
Shift into a lower gear.

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