South Carolina
Driving Practice Test

Cruising the coast line of the Palmetto State is the dream for many people who live in South Carolina. To do so, you’ll need to earn your South Carolina driver’s license. In preparation for the SC permit test and the SC driving test, you’ll need to do a lot of studying and practicing behind the wheel. Fortunately, there are resources available like the ones on this site which offer free SC DMV practice tests so you can sharpen your skills, improve your ability to recognize road signs, and deepen your knowledge of South Carolina’s driving laws. Whether you’re looking to pass the SC DMV permit test, written knowledge test of the driver’s exam, or even if you’re looking to get your South Carolina CDL or motorcycle license, this site has free resources to help you prepare. You can take our practice driving tests below. You will be presented with 30 questions and you must answer 24 questions correctly to pass. There is no time limit. You may not go back once you answer a question. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin.

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This sign is a:

Rest area

Warning sign (caution)

Slow down and come to a stop

Service sign

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When driving foggy conditions, you should turn on

low beam headlights.

no lights.

hazard lights

high beam headlights.

3 / 30

What does a flashing yellow light above this school sign mean?

You must stop.

The speed limit shown is not in effect.

There is a stopped school bus ahead.

You may not drive faster than 20 mph.

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How should you deal with motorcycles on the roadway?

Follow them more closely, since it is not as important to stop quickly.

The same way you would treat another car.

Differently since they are smaller and take up less space.

Like you would a cyclist, on a city street.

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When driving on a one-way street with three or more lanes of traffic, you must use

the outside lanes for turning and the center lanes for through travel.

the outside lanes for passing

the middle lanes for through travel and the center lanes for turning.

the center lanes for through travel and turning.

6 / 30

The maximum speed limit on a rural Interstate Highway is

55 miles per hour.

70 miles per hour.

60 miles per hour.

80 miles per hour.

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When driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice, you should

allow extra space between your car and the car ahead.

All answers are correct.

speed up through icy spots, but only with front wheel drive vehicles

shift to a low gear before going down steep hills.

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If a railroad grade crossing has no warning devices or only a crossbuck sign, you should

slightly decrease speed and move through the railroad grade crossing.

stop within 100 feet of the railroad crossing.

slow down and then proceed with caution.

increase your vehicle speed and cross the railroad grade crossing.

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When overtaking and passing a bicycle, the law requires you to allow the following space between your vehicle and the bicycle:

At least five feet.

At least 12 feet.

At least 12 inches.

At least three feet.

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When you see a yield sign on the road or when coming up on an intersection, you must

not proceed through the road or intersection.

slow down to an appropriate and reasonable speed and yield right-of-way to all vehicles.

slow down and change your lane position.

slow down, move over to shoulder, and turn around

11 / 30

What is the percentage of fatalities to pedestrians if a motorist is traveling at a speed of 40 mph?

65%

90%

60%

80%

12 / 30

Parking your car, other than momentarily, in front of a driveway is

allowed, as long as it is not blocking a fire hydrant

allowed, if the driveway is not frequently used.

never allowed.

allowed, if the driveway is private.

13 / 30

What color and types of markings do construction and maintenance signs consist of?

They may vary in color and markings depending on the type of construction and/or maintenance.

Orange with black markings.

Fluorescent green letters on a white background.

Black with white letters.

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If red lights are flashing at a railroad crossing you must

reduce speed, look both ways, and drive carefully across tracks.

always stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing.

stop, look to see if a train is approaching, then speed through

turn around and take another route.

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The most common danger in passing a stopped vehicle on a multi-lane road is?

The driver opening his door in the path of your car.

The driver throwing garbage out his window into your car.

The car suddenly pulling out into your lane.

Pedestrians hidden from view walking in front of the car.

16 / 30

Drivers that enter a main road from a driveway, or alley should

not make a right turn.

reduce their speed and enter the main road.

yield to vehicles already traveling on the main road.

enter the main road with an increased speed.

17 / 30

When you see an elderly person crossing an intersection, you should

increase the speed of your vehicle and cross the intersection quickly.

blow your horn to stop the person.

stop your vehicle and yield the right-of-way.

continue driving your vehicle.

18 / 30

Where should you stop your vehicle when exiting a driveway?

There is not a requirement to stop.

30 feet from the curb

You only need to stop if there is a stop sign.

Before the sidewalk.

19 / 30

Which of the following convictions as a result of a driving offense will trigger the assessment of four or more points on your driving record?

operating a vehicle while text messaging

speeding 15 mph over the posted speed limit

reckless driving

disobedience of a traffic officer

20 / 30

This road sign means:

The road ahead turns sharply right then sharply left

No left turn

The road turns left and then right

Pass with caution

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This road sign means:

Slow down or stop

Rolling stops allowed

Do not enter

You must come to a complete stop

22 / 30

At what age is a Class M operator's license available to obtain?

23 / 30

This road sign indicates:

School zone ahead

Directional sign for children

Playground area ahead

Shopping area

24 / 30

The meaning of this sign is:

Reduction in lanes

Dirt road ahead

Stop sign ahead

Merge

25 / 30

If the rear of your vehicle starts to skid left, you should

hit your brakes.

keep the steering wheel straight.

accelerate.

steer left.

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You are stopped by an officer and arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. The officer asks for a test to determine the amount of alcohol in your blood. In this situation, you

don't have to take the test until you consulted with a lawyer.

must take the test or risk losing your license.

don't have to take the test if you haven't been drinking.

don't have to take the test if there is no alcohol in the car.

27 / 30

Where should slow traffic keep when traveling down an expressway?

Whatever lane appears to be traveling the slowest.

The far most left lane.

The HOV lanes.

To the right of the expressway.

28 / 30

Vertical rectangular signs that appear with black letters on a white background are used as

crossing guide signs.

railroad warning signs.

instruction signs.

regulatory signs.

29 / 30

If two vehicles enter a 4 way intersection that is not controlled by signs/signals, from different roadways at about the same time, then the vehicle _________ has the right-of-way.

waving first

on the left

with more than one passenger

on the right

30 / 30

South Carolina courts are required to report what to the DDS?

When a person graduates from high school.

When an RV is sold.

When a person has a child.

Any offense that will result in a negative impact of a driver license privilege.

Your score is

The average score is 0%

2/5 - (4 votes)

Drivers License

How To Get A South Carolina Drivers License

South Carolina has a Graduated Driver’s License program which features three tiers. The first tier is your learners permit, and you have to be 15 years of age or older to apply. You’ll need to go to the DMV in person and bring a completed permit application signed by a parent or guardian, your social security card, your proof of residency, and pay a $4.50 fee. You will also have to pass a vision test and a written 24 multiple choice question test with an 84 percent or better. You can have the test read to you, and there are interpreters available if you need them.If you fail, you have to wait 10 days to retake it and pay a $2.00 fee every time. You will need to complete 40 hours of supervised driving, with 10 hours being driven at night with a driver that is at least 21 years old and has their license in good standing.To obtain your provisional license, you must be 15 years and 6 months old, completed and documented your hours, and have had your learner’s permit for 6 months. Submit a form that states you completed a driver’s education course and had satisfactory school attendance as well. Bring proof of citizenship, your social security card, and your parent or guardian. You will pass a driving road skills test, pass another vision test, and pay a $25 fee.To obtain your unrestricted license, you must be at least 17 years old and have had your restricted license for a minimum of one year. Fill out the unrestricted driver’s license application, and have your parent or guardian along with to co-sign it. If you haven’t had any convictions or traffic violations in the past 6 months, you can proceed to the final step of paying the fee. There is a $25 fee for this license.If you are new to South Carolina, you must go to the DMV in person and surrender your old license. You will have to take a vision test, but the written knowledge test, the road test will be waived if your license is valid. You will pay a $20 fee to switch your license.

Pass The Test

How To Pass the South Carolina Driver's License Test

The best way to pass any written test is with proper preparation. The South Carolina permit test and driver’s license tests are no exception. If you want to pass, we suggest you keep the following tips in mind.

Study hard and often. Between the state driver’s manual and free South Carolina DMV permit practice test/driving test options on this site, you have no excuse for feeling uncomfortable or being caught off guard on exam day. Make sure you have a firm grasp on the types of test questions you’ll be seeing on the DMV test and a thorough knowledge of road rules and signs.

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Don’t panic if you hit a question or two you’re not sure about. Remember, you don’t need to get 100%, you just need to pass. Take your time reading the question and narrow down the answers to as few options as possible and make an educated guess if you’re unsure.
Set yourself up for success. Wear something comfortable on exam day. Lay out your clothes the night before so you feel good while you take the test. Have your paperwork ready to go the night before as well, which should in turn help you get a good night’s sleep. If you show up feeling relaxed and confident it will show in your results.

Additional Information

South Carolina DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) Info

For information on South Carolina driver’s licenses and testing, as well as information on vehicles and registration, you can find more information on the South Carolina DMV website at http://scdmvonline.com/.

Phone: 803.896.5000

To find the South Carolina DMV office nearest you, use the branch locator on our website here: https://drivingtestsample.com/dmv-locations/south-carolina/

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