Sharing the Road Safely Flashcards
6 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.
Read the first 6 Sharing the Road Safely flashcards as text
When passing a bicycle on an SC road, how much space must you give?
Answer: 3 feet
South Carolina law requires drivers to give cyclists at least 3 feet of clearance when passing them on the road.
At a crosswalk without a traffic signal in SC, pedestrians:
Answer: Have the right of way when in the crosswalk
SC law gives pedestrians the right of way when they are lawfully in a marked crosswalk, and drivers must yield to them.
When sharing the road with large trucks, where is the truck's largest blind spot?
Answer: On the right side and directly behind
Large trucks have significant blind spots on the right side, directly behind, and directly in front — avoid lingering in these zones.
What should you do when a motorcycle is sharing your lane in SC?
Answer: Treat the motorcycle as if it occupies the full lane
Motorcycles are entitled to the full use of a lane, and drivers should treat them as they would any other full-size vehicle.
When passing a horse-drawn vehicle or mounted rider in SC, you should:
Answer: Slow down and pass carefully with as much room as possible
Horses can be startled by sudden noises or fast movement, so SC drivers should pass slowly and give as much room as possible.
In South Carolina, pedestrians must use sidewalks when available and walk:
Answer: On the left side, facing traffic
When no sidewalk is available, SC pedestrians should walk on the left side facing oncoming traffic for maximum visibility.