SC DMV Permit Vehicle Equipment and Lighting 1

Question 1

When must you turn on your headlights in South Carolina due to reduced visibility?

Accepted Answer

When you cannot see at least 500 feet ahead

Answer

When you cannot see at least 200 feet ahead

Answer

When you cannot see at least 1,000 feet ahead

Answer

When you cannot see at least 750 feet ahead

Question 2

In South Carolina, headlights must be used starting from what time after sunset?

Accepted Answer

30 minutes after sunset

Answer

45 minutes after sunset

Answer

1 hour after sunset

Answer

Exactly at sunset

Question 3

Which of the following is required equipment on all motor vehicles in South Carolina?

Accepted Answer

At least one rearview mirror

Answer

Backup camera

Answer

Cruise control

Answer

GPS navigation system

Question 4

South Carolina law requires you to use headlights whenever which of the following conditions occurs?

Accepted Answer

Windshield wipers are in use

Answer

Driving on a highway

Answer

Driving in a school zone

Answer

The outside temperature drops below 32°F

Question 5

What is the minimum tire tread depth required by South Carolina law?

Accepted Answer

2/32 of an inch

Answer

4/32 of an inch

Answer

1/32 of an inch

Answer

3/32 of an inch

Question 6

In South Carolina, your vehicle's horn must be audible from what minimum distance?

Accepted Answer

200 feet

Answer

100 feet

Answer

300 feet

Answer

500 feet

Question 7

What is the minimum visible light transmission (VLT) required for front side windows in South Carolina?

Accepted Answer

27%

Answer

35%

Answer

15%

Answer

20%