South Carolina Car Driving Permit Test-7 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

If a green arrow turns into a solid green light, you:

May still turn, but you must yield to oncoming traffic.
May no longer turn and must proceed straight.
Still have the right-of-way to turn.
No longer have to turn in the direction that the arrow indicated.

Q.2

If you are driving near a large commercial vehicle, you should:

Follow the large vehicle closely to reduce wind drag on your vehicle.
Avoid driving beside it for long stretches of time.
Drive on its right side when on curves and hills.

Q.3

This sign means:

Traffic signal ahead.
Stop.
Yield the right-of-way.

Q.4

When steering a vehicle:

Both hands should be placed on the outside of the steering wheel on opposite sides.
Use a firm but gentle grip on the steering wheel, using your fingers and not your palms.
All of the above.

Q.5

This road sign means:

Side road.
Keep to the side indicated by the arrow.
You may drive in the left lane.
You have the right-of-way.

Q.6

At intersections with a "Yield" sign, you must:

Yield the right-of-way to cross traffic that is near enough to cause conflict.
Yield the right-of-way only to vehicles on your right.
Always slow down and proceed without stopping.

Q.7

"No zones" are areas around trucks where cars:

Disappear into blind spots.
Have sufficient space for traveling behind and passing trucks.
Can try to squeeze around the truck when the truck makes a wide turn.

Q.8

When stopped at a red traffic light with a green arrow, you may proceed in the direction of the arrow if you:

First come to a complete stop.
Wait until the light changes.
Are in the proper lane and the intersection is clear.

Q.9

When parallel parking between two cars, you should first:

Turn your wheels to the left.
Turn your wheels to the right.
Pull up even with the car in front of your desired parking space.
Back slowly.

Q.10

A fully loaded tractor-trailer traveling atmph could take up to ____ to come to a complete stop.

50 feet
125 feet
400 feet
750 feet

Q.11

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

Right-of-way privileges.
Judgment and physical coordination.
Knowledge.

Q.12

As you are driving on a two-lane highway, you approach a school bus that is stopped with its red lights flashing. You:

May pass if the way is clear.
May pass if a pedestrian indicates that the way is clear.
May not pass until the school bus driver turns off the flashing lights and continues driving.
Must turn on your emergency flashers.

Q.13

After passing a vehicle, it is safe to return to your driving lane when:

The driver you passed signals for you to return to your lane.
You signal your intention for three seconds.
You see the headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.

Q.14

Which lane must you be in before making a left turn from a one-way street?

The lane nearest the left curb.
The lane nearest the center of the street.
The lane nearest the right curb.

Q.15

What color are pavement markings that separate traffic lanes moving in opposite direction?

Yellow
White
Yellow and white
Yellow, white, and black

Q.16

If an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is traveling in the area where you are driving, you should:

Speed up to avoid the emergency vehicle.
Stop your vehicle immediately and prevent them from passing.
Make every effort to give the emergency vehicle a clear path of travel.
Signal to the emergency vehicle when it is clear for them to pass you.

Q.17

This road sign means:

Sharp turn to the right.
Double curve.
Winding road.
Pavement ends.

Q.18

When used on roadways, bicycles are considered:

Hazards.
Vehicles.
Dangerous.

Q.19

When driving under low-visibility conditions due to fog, you should:

Turn on your high beam headlights.
Slow down and use your low beam headlights.
Increase your speed so you do not cause an accident.

Q.20

Alcohol is the single greatest common factor in fatal motor vehicle crashes.

True
False

Q.21

This sign means:

Lane ends.
No right turn.
Slippery when wet.
Two-way traffic.

Q.22

You have allowed the wheels of your vehicle to run off the edge of the pavement. What should you do first?

Turn the front wheels slightly to the left to edge the car back onto the pavement.
Hold the steering wheel firmly, release the gas pedal, and gently apply the brakes.
Apply the brakes and turn the front wheels sharply to the left.

Q.23

If you become stranded in a snowstorm, the best thing to do is to:

Get out of the car and go for help.
Lay down in your car and go to sleep.
Walk into the road and get the attention of other drivers.
Stay in the car, as you are most likely to be found when you stay in your vehicle.

Q.24

Drinking alcohol and driving is:

A minor traffic safety problem.
A serious traffic safety problem.
Safe if you have only had a few drinks.
Only dangerous to the driver who drinks.

Q.25

How fast you drive does not affect the distance your vehicle travels after you brake to come to a stop.

TRUE
FALSE

Q.26

Backing your vehicle is:

Always dangerous.
Dangerous if you have a helper.
Only dangerous in large vehicles.

Q.27

Excessive speed:

Does not increase the chance of a crash.
Increases your ability to react to a hazard.
Often leads to high-risk decision-making.

Q.28

A driver that operates a vehicle on South Carolina roadways has already agreed to submit to a chemical test when requested by a law enforcement officer.

True
False

Q.29

You are driving on a highway divided by two solid yellow lines. You may:

Cross these lines only to make a left turn into or from an alley, private road, or driveway.
Cross these lines to pass other vehicles, but only if there is no oncoming traffic.
Cross these lines under no circumstances.
Cross these lines only to make a U-turn.

Q.30

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

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.

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