SC DMV Permit Speed Limits and Right of Way

Question 1

What is the default speed limit in a South Carolina residential district unless posted otherwise?

Accepted Answer

30 mph

Answer

South Carolina law sets the default speed limit at 30 mph in residential and urban districts unless a different limit is posted.

Question 2

At an uncontrolled intersection in SC, who has the right of way?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle that arrived first

Answer

At an uncontrolled intersection, the vehicle that arrives first has the right of way; if simultaneous, yield to the vehicle on your right.

Question 3

When two vehicles arrive at a 4-way stop at the same time in SC, who goes first?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle to the right

Answer

When vehicles arrive simultaneously at a 4-way stop, the driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right.

Question 4

What is the maximum speed limit on most South Carolina interstate highways?

Accepted Answer

70 mph

Answer

Most South Carolina interstate highways have a posted maximum speed limit of 70 mph for passenger vehicles.

Question 5

In South Carolina, what must you do when an emergency vehicle with lights/sirens approaches?

Accepted Answer

Pull to the right and stop

Answer

SC law requires all drivers to pull to the right edge of the road and stop when an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and sirens.

SC DMV Permit - South Carolina DMV Practice Test