SC DMV PERMIT Study Guide 2026
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📋 SC DMV PERMIT Exam Format at a Glance
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✍️ Sample SC DMV PERMIT Questions & Answers
1. Please note that parking is not permitted in any of the following locations.
Parking is generally permitted on the side of a street unless specifically prohibited by signs, markings, or local ordinances. However, parking in front of a private driveway, on a sidewalk, or in an intersection are all illegal and unsafe practices. These locations obstruct traffic flow, block pedestrian access, or create hazardous conditions.
2. When leaving your parked vehicle in SC, you should:
SC law requires drivers to set the parking brake and remove the ignition key to prevent vehicle theft or runaway accidents.
3. When must you use your headlights in South Carolina?
SC law requires headlights from sunset to sunrise and anytime visibility is less than 500 feet.
4. Give way to other vehicles while they are passing you on the left so they can do so safely.
When another vehicle is passing you on the left, it is crucial not to increase your speed. Maintaining your current speed or even slightly reducing it allows the passing vehicle to complete the maneuver safely and efficiently. Increasing your speed would impede their ability to pass and create a dangerous situation for both vehicles.
5. How far from a bus stop must you NOT park in SC?
SC law prohibits parking within 15 feet of a bus stop to keep the area clear for buses to pull in and passengers to board safely.
6. When parking on an uphill slope with a curb in SC, your front wheels should be turned:
Parking uphill with a curb requires turning wheels away from the curb; if the car rolls back, the rear of the tire catches the curb.
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- scstatehouse.gov — Score validity · verified Oct 2026
- dmv.sc.gov — Test delivery, eligibility, renewal, fees, retake fee · verified Oct 2026