SC DMV Permit Test: 2026 Guide

1. Why should you avoid sounding your horn close to a bicyclist?

1. a) It is rude to honk at cyclists.
2. b) Cyclists cannot hear car horns.
3. c) It is illegal in all situations.
4. d) It may startle them, causing them to steer into your path.

2. Why should you avoid driving alongside a large vehicle for long periods?

1. a) It increases the chance of collision if the vehicle needs to swerve or change lanes.
2. b) It distracts the driver.
3. c) It consumes more fuel.
4. d) It is illegal on highways.

3. What is a danger of following a large vehicle too closely?

1. a) You will use more gas.
2. b) The driver cannot see you, and your view of the road ahead is blocked.
3. c) The truck will drive slower.
4. d) It is illegal to follow trucks.

4. When yielding to an emergency vehicle, what should you avoid blocking?

1. a) Intersections or driveways.
2. b) The shoulder.
3. c) The sidewalk.
4. d) Parking spaces.

5. Which parts of the roadway tend to freeze first in winter conditions?

1. a) Gravel roads.
2. b) Bridges and overpasses.
3. c) Intersections with traffic lights.
4. d) Straight sections of highway.

6. How should you adjust your following distance for night driving conditions?

1. a) Decrease it by one second.
2. b) Maintain the same distance as daytime.
3. c) Add at least one additional second.
4. d) Add at least five additional seconds.

7. What is the correct way to transport pets in a vehicle?

1. a) Sitting in the front passenger seat with a seatbelt.
2. b) Holding them on your lap.
3. c) Letting them roam freely in the back seat.
4. d) Properly secured in a pet carrier or portable kennel.

8. Is it necessary to wear a safety belt if your vehicle has air bags?

1. a) Only on the highway.
2. b) Only for passengers in the front seat.
3. c) Yes, safety belts should always be worn.
4. d) No, air bags replace seat belts.

9. Why is the 2 and 10 o'clock hand position not recommended?

1. a) It provides less control over the vehicle.
2. b) It obstructs the view of the dashboard.
3. c) It can be dangerous in vehicles equipped with air bags.
4. d) It causes fatigue in the driver's arms.

10. What is the correct action at a red traffic light?

1. a) Stop only if other traffic is present.
2. b) Stop before entering the intersection and wait for green.
3. c) Slow down and proceed with caution.
4. d) Turn right without stopping.