2024 South Dakota Permit Test 2
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in South Dakota. 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 Dakota please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/south-dakota/car.
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9. Refusing to take an alcohol analysis test when requested to do so by law enforcement:
Explanation
If you are driving a motor vehicle in South Dakota, you automatically consent to a test determining the presence of alcohol, or any other abused controlled substance, in your blood. If you refuse to submit to the test, your driving privileges will be suspended.
10. This sign means:
Explanation
Orange, diamond-shaped signs are used to mark construction, maintenance, survey, and utility work areas. These signs help direct drivers and pedestrians safely through dangerous zones. Fines for traffic convictions may double in areas marked by these signs.
11. You use your horn:
Explanation
Other drivers cannot see you unless they are looking your way. Your horn may get their attention. Use it whenever it will help prevent a collision.
12. If a truck or bus is making a right turn where you also need to make a right turn, you should:
Explanation
If you try to insert your vehicle between a turning truck or bus and a curb, you may suffer a serious crash. To avoid a collision, do not turn until the truck or bus has completed its turn.
13. Trucks' blind spots are:
Explanation
A truck's blind spots are much larger than a smaller car’s blind spots. The driver cannot see your car behind their vehicle and you can't see what’s happening in traffic ahead if you're driving too closely behind the truck. Whether you are driving behind or to the side of the truck, if you can’t see the driver’s face in their side view mirror, then they can’t see you.
14. This road sign means:
Explanation
Regulatory signs provide notice to road users of traffic laws that must be obeyed. This particular sign tells you the maximum speed limit for the stretch of highway where it is posted. You may drive more slowly than the posted speed limit, based on road conditions, but it is illegal to drive any faster than the posted speed limit.
15. A U-turn is not permitted:
Explanation
You must never turn around while on or near any curve or hill. You may not be able to see oncoming traffic or pedestrians and may cause a collision.
16. Before you enter an intersection, you should look to your:
Explanation