South Carolina DMV Exam Simulator

Correct answer: Your driver’s license and driving privileges may be suspended

If you are convicted of DUI or DUAC, register a BAC of 0.15 percent or more, or refuse implied consent testing, your license and driving privileges may be suspended. Penalties for drinking and driving are severe.

Correct answer: At least 180 days, regardless of your age

You must hold your beginner's permit for at least 180 days, regardless of your age, before you may apply for any type of license. You may apply on the 181st day or anytime thereafter.

Correct answer: May stop a driver solely for a visible unbelted driver or occupant

Under SC’s primary safety belt law, an officer who has a clear, unobstructed view of an unbelted driver or occupant may stop the vehicle for that reason alone.

Correct answer: Use the parking brake, applying it slowly so the wheels do not lock

If your brakes fail, use the parking brake — pull or push it slowly so you do not lock the rear wheels and skid. Be ready to release it if the vehicle starts to skid, and get off the roadway.

Correct answer: Reduce your speed and search for traffic controls, cross traffic, and pedestrians

At all intersections, reduce your speed and search for traffic control devices, oncoming and cross traffic, pedestrians and bicyclists, the roadway condition, and areas of limited visibility.

Correct answer: Give yourself time to cool off before driving

Extreme emotions interfere with your ability to think and pay attention. If you are angry or worried, give yourself time to cool off, leave a few minutes early, or have someone else drive.

Correct answer: Has the same rights and responsibilities as a driver and must follow the same rules of the road

Bicycles are considered vehicles on roadways. A bicyclist has the same rights, privileges, and responsibilities as a motorist and must follow the same rules of the road.

Correct answer: On the left, with yellow in the middle and green on the right

When traffic lights are mounted horizontally instead of vertically, the red light is on the left, the yellow light is in the middle, and the green light is on the right.

Correct answer: Before entering the curve, because hard braking after entry can cause loss of traction

Always reduce speed before entering a curve to a safe speed. Hard braking after entering a curve could cause the tires to lose traction. Reduce speed more when traction is poor.

Correct answer: Only when the road is too narrow to make a U-turn and you cannot go around the block

Use a three-point turnabout only when the road is too narrow to make a U-turn and you cannot go around the block. It should only be used on a two-lane roadway that is not busy.

Correct answer: It is combined with drugs, including prescription or over-the-counter medications

You can still be convicted of driving impaired with a BAC of only 0.05 percent, or a lower BAC, in combination with drugs — including prescription and over-the-counter medications.

Correct answer: $2.00 for the knowledge test and $2.50 for the beginner's permit

The SCDMV charges $2.00 for the knowledge test and $2.50 for the beginner's permit once you pass. These are separate from later license fees.

Correct answer: Across the shoulder and chest, with minimal slack

Wear the shoulder harness across the shoulder and chest with minimal slack. Wearing it under the arm or behind the back can cause serious internal injuries in a collision.

Correct answer: Grip the wheel firmly, keep straight, ease off the gas, and avoid braking hard

If a tire blows out, grip the steering wheel firmly and keep the vehicle going straight. Slow down gradually by easing off the accelerator, do not brake hard, and pull off the road in a safe place.

Correct answer: Left, then right, and left again

You should always look left, then right, and left again before entering the intersection, because the traffic nearest you comes from the left and you want a final check before moving.

Correct answer: When there are no oncoming vehicles

Use your high beams whenever there are no oncoming vehicles — they let you see about twice as far as low beams. Dim them for oncoming traffic and when following another vehicle.

Correct answer: Slow down and allow as much space as possible

Allow as much space as possible and slow down when approaching or passing a bicyclist. Avoid slowing or stopping suddenly, since your brakes are more powerful than a bicycle’s.

Correct answer: A yellow diamond with black letters or symbols

Warning signs tell you of possible danger ahead. They are usually yellow with black lettering or symbols and are typically diamond shaped.

Correct answer: At the first sign of rain, snow, sleet, or ice

Reduce speed at the first sign of rain, snow, sleet, or ice. When the roadway is slippery, tires do not grip as well, so it takes longer to stop and is harder to turn without skidding.

Correct answer: Hitting the curb, driving off the road surface, or using a side street or driveway

The three-point turn must be performed without hitting the curb, driving off the road surface, or using a side street or driveway.

Correct answer: Driving with an Unlawful Alcohol Concentration

DUAC stands for Driving with an Unlawful Alcohol Concentration — a separate charge from DUI. Both can lead to suspension of your license and driving privileges.

Correct answer: From 6 a.m. to midnight, with a licensed driver at least 21 who has at least one year of driving experience

A beginner's permit holder may drive from 6 a.m. to midnight when a licensed driver who is at least 21 and has at least one year of driving experience is in the front seat. After midnight, a supervisor listed in SC Code §56-1-100(A)(1-7) is required.

Correct answer: Supplemental restraints designed to work with safety belts

Air bags are supplemental restraints designed to work best in combination with safety belts. Always wear your safety belt, even in an air-bag-equipped vehicle.

Correct answer: The steering wheel may be harder to turn, but it can still be turned

If the engine shuts off while driving, keep a strong grip on the wheel — it may be difficult to turn but is still able to be turned. Brake with steady pressure, look for an escape path, and pull off the roadway.

Correct answer: Take time to make sure your path of travel is clear and there is no crossing traffic

When the light turns green, avoid immediately moving into the intersection. Take time to make sure your path is clear and there is no crossing traffic before you go.

Correct answer: 500 feet

Dim your high beams when you are 500 feet or more away from an oncoming vehicle. If a vehicle approaches with its high beams on, glance toward the right side of the road to avoid being blinded.

Correct answer: It may startle the rider and cause them to steer into your path

Avoid sounding your horn close to bicyclists unless there is a chance of a collision. A horn may startle the rider and cause them to steer into your path, resulting in a collision.

Correct answer: School zones, school crossings, and pedestrian crossings

Some warning signs are a bright fluorescent yellow-green, such as those for school zones, school crossings, and pedestrian crossings, to draw extra attention.

Correct answer: Slow down when driving in the rain or on a road with pooled water

Hydroplaning occurs when the tires ride on a layer of water on top of the road surface. The best way to avoid it is to slow down when driving in the rain or on a road wet with pooled water.

Correct answer: Circle an entire city block

It is better to circle an entire city block if the street is busy, rather than attempt a three-point turnabout in heavy traffic.