Random Practice Exam (South Carolina)

Question 1

Your license will be suspended when you accumulate ______ under the point system law.

12 points

5 points

15 points

Question 2

Which of these statements about railroad crossings is true?

You must stop at a railroad crossing when directed by a “flagman” or stop sign.

It is against the law to go around lowered gates at a crossing.

All of the above.

Question 3

When is the pavement most slippery?

If it's been raining several hours.

When it has just begun to rain.

When it's been raining from at least one hour.

Question 4

This road sign means:

Left turns are not allowed where this sign is displayed.

Drivers cannot make a complete turn to go in the opposite direction.

Vehicles turning left must make a U-turn.

Question 5

One broken line indicates:

You can pass other vehicles and change lanes, if it is safe.

You can not pass other vehicles or go across the line.

You can change lanes, but only when traffic conditions or obstructions in the road make it necessary.

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Question 6

Hydroplaning is when:

your tires start to ride up on the water and lose all contact with the road.

splash and spray from large trucks reduces visibility.

heavy rain forces you to move to the right side of the road and stop.

Question 7

This sign means:

Business area nearby. Watch for business people.

There is a work zone ahead. Watch for workers.

The driver is near a school and should watch for children.

Question 8

Where there is no bicycle lane, where on the road must a bicyclist ride?

on the left shoulder of the road.

near the right curb or edge of the road.

near the left edge of the road.

Question 9

When you are backing up, it is usually best to:

steer with both hands, look into the rearview mirror and back up slowly.

steer with one hand, while looking out the rear window.

steer with both hands, open the left door and look back.

Question 10

Your license can be suspended if you are under 21 and drive with a BAC of:

0.15% or more.

any amount.

0.08% or more.

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Question 11

This sign tells drivers:

they must wait for the traffic signal to turn green before turning right or left.

they may not turn right or left during the red light.

All of the above.

Question 12

At intersections marked with stop lines, drivers must:

come to a complete stop.

slow down and enter the intersection.

signal other vehicles to stop.

Question 13

Your car stalls on the tracks at a railroad crossing, and a collision with a train is imminent. After getting yourself and your passengers out of the car, you should:

run toward the train but stay off the tracks.

signal the train to stop.

cross the tracks.

Question 14

This sign means:

Hairpin corner ahead.

Warning: U-turn ahead.

Sharp right turn ahead.

Question 15

This sign warns drivers that:

they must turn either to the right or left.

there is a double curve ahead.

there is a winding road ahead.

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Question 16

This sign tells drivers that:

there is a right turn ahead.

they must stay on the right side of the divider

a divided highway ends ahead.

Question 17

Roads are most slippery:

just before it rains.

when it stops raining.

when it first starts to rain.

Question 18

When the road is slippery, you should:

brake suddenly carefully.

pump your brakes.

press your brakes in slow, steady strokes.

Question 19

When you are parallel parking your car, it is usually best to:

turn your blinker on to the right, drive past the space and stop, then back in the space.

maneuver your vehicle so that it is not more than 18 inches from the curb.

All of the above.

Question 20

A driver who approaches an intersection:

must yield the right-of-way to traffic already in the intersection.

must drive straight through the intersection, even if another vehicle is already in the intersection.

has the right-of-way over traffic already in the intersection.

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Question 21

What should you do if your rear wheels start to skid?

Steer left if your rear wheels slide right.

If the vehicle has ABS, pump the pedal carefully.

Turn the steering wheel in the direction the vehicle is trying to go.

Question 22

If you plan to turn at an intersection, you should signal 50 feet before you turn.

True

False

Question 23

A person walking with a white cane or guide dog is likely to be:

a deaf person.

a traffic enforcement officer.

a blind person.

Question 24

Alcohol is:

A stimulant.

A depressant.

A dopant.

Question 25

What should you do when an aggressive driver confronts you?

Avoid eye contact with the aggressive driver.

Make eye contact.

Challenge the aggressive driver with increased speed.

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Question 26

When the road is slippery you should:

decrease the following distance.

slow and pro-ceed with caution.

check your brakes.

Question 27

When following motorcycles, drivers should:

reduce the minimum following distance.

try to pass them as they have different braking capabilities than other motor vehicles.

keep more space in front of their vehicle.

Question 28

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

The same thing as a stop sign.

Drivers may move forward with caution.

All of the above.

Question 29

At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, drivers should always:

look to the sides of their vehicle to see what is coming.

slowly pass vehicles the vehicles ahead.

stop, listen for oncoming traffic, and proceed with caution.

Question 30

If a pedestrian is in the middle of the street when your signal light changes to green, you should:

proceed unless the pedestrian is in your lane.

proceed because you have the right-of-way.

wait until the pedestrian crosses the street before proceeding.

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Question 31

This sign means:

No traffic signal ahead

Traffic signal ahead

Open intersection ahead

Question 32

If an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is traveling toward you:

signal the emergency vehicle that they can pass you.

make every effort to give them a clear path of travel.

increase you speed until you reach the next intersection, then let the emergency vehicle pass.

Question 33

The distance your vehicle will travel when you need to come to a stop is not affected by speed.

False

True

Question 34

If your car goes into water, you should:

wait for water to rush in and let it out in small breaths through your nose.

call the fire department immediately.

remove yourself before it starts to sink.

Question 35

This sign tells drivers that:

they must make a left turn at the intersection.

U-turns are not allowed.

they must not make a right turn.

None of the above.

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Question 36

Drivers are not required to stop for a stopped school bus when driving on a two-lane road.

False

True

Question 37

A large vehicle is backing up to unload goods. You should:

enter one of the blind spots and wait.

try to pass close behind.

be patient and wait until the large vehicle has completed its backup maneuver.

Question 38

This sign means:

The center lane is shared for left turns.

Left turns in both directions of travel are not permitted.

Vehicles may only turn left.

Question 39

Which of the following is against the law and is punishable by a fine and/or imprisonment?

Using your emergency flashers unnecessarily.

Speeding.

Steering with one hand.

Question 40

If traffic on the other side of an intersection is backed up and you cannot get completely through, you must:

enter the intersection and try to avoid blocking it.

enter the intersection and proceed with caution.

wait until traffic ahead is clear.

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Question 41

When driving on a roadway with a single broken white line:

you may cross the broken white line to change lanes.

you may change lanes only if you are in the right lane.

you may not cross the broken white line.

Question 42

The sign in the picture:

shows the highest speed drivers can travel at the exit of the intersection.

is used to advise motorists of the appropriate ramp speed at the highway exit point.

indicates the minimum ramp speed at the highway exit point.

Question 43

Taking a prescription drug while drinking alcohol:

has no effect one way or the other.

can make you unfit to drive.

will improve your alertness.

Question 44

If an intersection has crosswalk lines but no STOP line, where must you stop for a red light?

After the crosswalk.

Before the stop line.

Before the crosswalk.

Question 45

In case of skidding, drivers should NOT:

take their foot off the gas pedal.

pump the brakes gently if they are about to hit something.

tap the gas pedal with their foot.

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Question 46

What does the flashing signal in the picture indicate?

The same thing as a stop sign.

Pedestrians should finish crossing the street if started.

Pedestrians should start crossing the street.

Question 47

To drive defensively, you must:

avoid scanning the road ahead.

keep one hand on the steering wheel.

keep your eyes moving.

Question 48

If a driver follows you too closely, you should:

move to another lane if possible.

activate your stop lights.

brake suddenly.

Question 49

Double solid lines on the roadway mean:

you cannot pass.

you can not go across the lines except to turn left to enter or leave the highway.

All of the above.

Question 50

The octagonal shape is used:

for stop signs and railroad advance warning signs.

exclusively for stop signs.

to warn drivers of existing or possible hazards on roadways.

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