2024 South Carolina Permit Test 6
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in South Carolina. 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 Carolina please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/south-carolina/car.
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17. When driving in fog, you should use your low beam headlights:
Explanation
You should always use your low beam headlights when driving in fog. High beam headlights may cause the light to reflect off of the fog and into your eyes.
18. Which statement about speed is true?
Explanation
As speed increases, the chance of a fatality increases. If you are moving faster than 80 miles per hour, you have almost no chance of living through a crash. Driving more slowly than other traffic can also be dangerous because other motorists may become impatient and make dangerous moves to pass you.
19. Which of the following statements is true?
Explanation
When following another vehicle on any street under normal driving conditions, maintain a three or four second gap between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. If any unusual conditions exist, such as rainy weather or increased traffic, increase your following distance.
20. A steady yellow traffic signal light is a warning that the light is about to change to red. If you are already within the intersection when a green light changes to yellow, you should:
Explanation
If you are already within an intersection when the traffic light turns yellow, you should clear the intersection as quickly as possible.
21. At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
Explanation
Any time you come to a place where people may cross or enter your path, or where one line of traffic meets another, you should look to the left and right sides of your vehicle to make sure no one is coming.
22. You must show proof of insurance to law enforcement:
Explanation
You must have evidence of financial responsibility, such as proof of insurance, with you whenever you drive. You must always show proof of insurance and your license to an officer upon request after a traffic stop or collision.
23. When using roundabouts or traffic circles, you should:
Explanation