Practice test 2 of 10 — South Carolina permit test

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1. Question 1: B. Hold the wheel firmly and ease off the gas

   Hold the wheel firmly, ease off the gas and let the car slow down before you brake gently.

   Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Tire failure

2. Question 2: B. At least 180 days

   Hold your beginner’s permit "for at least 180 days, if you are 17 years old and under"; you may apply on the 181st day.

   Handbook: Section 1: The Driver’s License — Beginner’s Permit

3. Question 3: C. At the end of a one-way road or exit ramp

   Do not enter signs face drivers at the wrong end of a one-way road or a highway exit ramp, so no one drives in against traffic.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

4. Question 4: C. Pull to the right edge of the road and stop

   For an emergency vehicle using its siren and lights, pull to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes.

   Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Emergency vehicles

5. Question 5: C. Which way traffic in that lane may go

   Lane arrows show which way traffic in that lane may go, such as straight or left only.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Pavement markings

6. Question 6: D. Level with the back of your head

   Set the head restraint level with the back of your head to protect your neck in a crash.

   Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Vehicle equipment

7. Question 7: D. Look both ways and stop if a train is near

   Treat a crossbuck like a yield sign. Slow down, look and listen, and stop if a train is near.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

8. Question 8: A. In the exit lane, after leaving the main lanes

   Keep your speed in the main lanes and slow down once you are in the exit lane.

   Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Highway driving

9. Question 9: C. 15

   For a beginner’s permit, "You must be at least 15 years old" and pass the vision and knowledge tests.

   Handbook: Section 1: The Driver’s License — Beginner’s Permit

10. Question 10: D. Passing

    Keep right except to pass. The left lane is mainly for passing.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Lane use

11. Question 11: B. Come to a complete stop

    When a pedestrian is crossing "guided by a dog or carrying a white cane, you must come to a complete stop."

    Handbook: Section 10: Sharing the Road — Pedestrians

12. Question 12: C. The lane just right of the center line

    When turning left onto a two-way street, finish in the lane just to the right of the center line.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Turns

13. Question 13: A. The no-passing zone has ended

    A pass with care sign marks the end of a no-passing zone. You may pass again, but only when it is safe.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

14. Question 14: A. You may not pass other vehicles here

    This sign means do not pass. You must not pass other vehicles on this part of the road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

15. Question 15: C. Oncoming traffic and people on the sidewalk

    When you turn left across traffic into a driveway, yield to oncoming traffic and to people on the sidewalk you will cross.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Turning at intersections

16. Question 16: B. There is road work ahead, so slow down

    Orange signs are for work zones. This one warns of road work ahead, so slow down and stay alert.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Work zone signs

17. Question 17: A. Stop and yield

    At a school crossing "where there is traffic patrol, stop and yield if you are signaled to do so."

    Handbook: Section 10: Sharing the Road — Pedestrians

18. Question 18: D. The road does not connect to another road

    A dead end or no outlet sign means the road does not connect to another road, so you will have to turn around.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

19. Question 19: B. 6 in the evening

    Alone, you may drive from 6 in the morning to 6 in the evening, or to 8 in the evening "during daylight savings time."

    Handbook: Section 1: The Driver’s License — Graduated Driver’s License Program

20. Question 20: A. Ease off the gas and steer where you want to go

    In a skid, ease off the gas and steer gently where you want the car to go.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Skids and slippery roads

21. Question 21: D. Toward the curb

    Facing downhill, turn the wheels toward the curb so the car rolls into the curb, not into traffic.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Parking on hills

22. Question 22: B. You cannot see as far or as clearly

    At night you cannot see as far or as clearly, so it is harder to spot hazards in time.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Night and weather

23. Question 23: D. Turn them on so others can see you

    Turn on your headlights in rain so other drivers can see you; many states require it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Night and weather

24. Question 24: A. Stop a driver just for an unbuckled person

    Under the primary law, an officer may stop a driver with a clear view of a driver or occupant "not wearing a safety belt."

    Handbook: Section 4: Before You Drive — Using Safety Belts

25. Question 25: A. Whenever it helps prevent a crash

    Even when you have the right-of-way, yield if it will help prevent a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Right-of-way basics

26. Question 26: D. Press firmly and hold steady pressure

    With anti-lock brakes, press firmly and hold. The system pumps the brakes for you, so do not pump them.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Brakes

27. Question 27: A. Yes, if your driving is impaired

    Yes. You can be charged below the limit if alcohol or drugs have impaired your driving.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Legal limits

28. Question 28: A. ¾ second to 1 second

    "The average perception time for an alert driver is ¾ second to 1 second."

    Handbook: Section 8: Safe Driving Tips — Stopping Distance

29. Question 29: D. Your interior lights

    At night, "turn on your interior lights as soon as you stop to help the officer see inside your vehicle."

    Handbook: Section 10: Sharing the Road — What to Do and Expect When Stopped by Law Enforcement

30. Question 30: C. Stop and expect more children to follow

    Stop for the child and expect another child to follow the ball into the road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians