SC DMV Permit Flashcards
7 cards from real SC DMV PERMIT practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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In South Carolina, what is the speed limit in a school zone when children are present?
Answer: 20 mph
The speed limit in South Carolina school zones when children are present is 20 mph.
If your vehicle starts to skid, you should:
Answer: Steer into the skid and ease off the gas
To recover from a skid, steer in the direction the rear of the car is sliding and ease off the gas.
Which of the following is NOT a condition requiring headlights to be used in South Carolina?
Answer: In a construction zone
SC law requires headlights from sunset to sunrise, when wipers are in use, and when visibility is under 500 feet — construction zones alone do not require them.
What should you do when an emergency vehicle with lights and sirens is approaching from behind?
Answer: Pull over to the right and stop
When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and sirens, pull over to the right curb and stop.
In South Carolina, what is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers under 21?
Answer: 0.02%
South Carolina has a zero-tolerance law with a 0.02% BAC limit for drivers under 21.
What does a solid white line on the road indicate?
Answer: Lane changes are discouraged or prohibited
A solid white line between lanes indicates that lane changes are discouraged or prohibited in that area.
When parked on a hill with a curb and your vehicle is facing downhill, you should turn your front wheels:
Answer: Toward the curb
When parked facing downhill with a curb, turn your wheels toward the curb so the car rolls into it if the brakes fail.