South Carolina doesn't publish its knowledge-test length and pass score on an official page we could confirm, so we don't state numbers here. The questions in this quiz are written in the style of South Carolina's knowledge test, and South Carolina's official driver handbook (linked below) is the source to study from.
Pick an answer on each question to see whether you got it right, with an explanation.
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Q1. In South Carolina, using a hand-held cell phone while driving is:
A Illegal for all drivers, but enforced as a secondary offenseB Illegal for all driversC Banned in work zones, and texting is banned everywhereD Banned in school and work zones, and texting is banned everywhere
The state requires hands-free operation for every driver. Novice drivers are usually barred from using a phone at all, even hands-free.
Q2. In South Carolina, a regular driver's license (age 17 or older) will be suspended once your point total reaches:
A Points never lead to suspension by themselvesB 20 or more pointsC 6 or more pointsD 12 or more points
South Carolina suspends a regular license once the point total reaches 12 or more; six or more points only brings a warning letter.
Q3. A strong crosswind is pushing your vehicle. You should:
A Slow down and keep a firm grip with both handsB Steer with one hand and relaxC Drive closer to large trucks for shelterD Speed up to stabilise the car
Wind gusts are strongest in open country and beside large vehicles. Slow down, hold the wheel firmly, and expect a push when a truck passes.
Q4. Driving while your license is suspended usually results in:
A A small fineB No extra penaltyC A longer suspension and possible jail timeD A warning for a first offense
It is one of the few traffic offenses that regularly carries jail, and it extends the original suspension.
Q5. Liability insurance pays for:
A Your medical bills onlyB Your vehicle being stolenC Repairs to your own vehicleD Injury and damage you cause to other people
Liability is the coverage states require. Collision and comprehensive, which cover your own vehicle, are optional.
Q6. Before changing lanes you should:
A Signal and move over immediatelyB Speed up so nobody can be beside youC Rely on your mirrors aloneD Check mirrors, signal, then look over your shoulder at the blind spot
Mirrors do not cover the blind spot. A quick head check before moving is what catches the car that is already beside you.
Q7. In South Carolina, if you fail the driving skills test on your first attempt, you must wait before being retested:
A At least seven calendar daysB At least 24 hoursC At least 30 calendar daysD At least two business days
South Carolina requires a wait of at least two business days after a first failed skills test before you can retest; the wait gets longer on later failed attempts.
Q8. When a train is coming and you must stop at a railroad crossing, stop no closer to the nearest rail than:
A 2 feetB 5 feetC It does not matter if the gate is downD 15 feet
Fifteen feet keeps you clear of the train's overhang and of the gate arm. Most states also say to stop no farther than 50 feet back, so you can still see the tracks.
Q9. Compared with a car, a loaded truck needs:
A A much longer distance to stopB A shorter distance downhillC About the same distanceD A shorter distance because of air brakes
Weight means distance. Never cut in front of a truck and then brake; the driver may have no room left to stop.
Q10. In South Carolina, the law requires a car seat or booster seat until:
A The child turns 12B The child turns 16C The child turns 4D The child turns 8, or is at least 57 inches tall
State law is a minimum. Safety experts recommend a booster until the adult belt fits properly: lap belt low across the hips and shoulder belt across the chest, not the neck.
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