South Carolina DMV practice test 4

1. What is the consequence for a driver under age 17 who accumulates six or more points on their driving record within the first year of holding their license?

1. The license is suspended for six months.
2. The driver must retake the vision test immediately.
3. The driver loses the ability to drive alone at night.
4. The license is automatically upgraded to a full license.

2. At what blood alcohol content (BAC) level is vision impacted for all drivers?

1. 0.02 percent
2. 0.05 percent
3. 0.15 percent
4. 0.08 percent

3. When approaching a roundabout, in which direction must vehicles travel around the center island?

1. Clockwise
2. Counterclockwise
3. Straight through without circling
4. Alternating directions based on traffic volume

4. What is the recommended action when a tractor-trailer is passing your vehicle?

1. Stop your vehicle immediately
2. Move to the outside portion of your lane space away from the tractor trailer
3. Speed up to match the tractor trailer's speed
4. Move closer to the centerline to allow more room

5. Why should drivers avoid driving in the right lane when traveling up or down steep hills?

1. Because the right lane is reserved for emergency vehicles only
2. Because large vehicles drive slowly in the right lane and may re-enter traffic
3. Because the left lane is always faster for all vehicles
4. Because stop lines are only located in the right lane

6. When determining your following distance, how do you know if you are following too closely?

1. If you pass the stationary point before counting to 'one thousand four'
2. If you pass the stationary point exactly when counting 'one thousand four'
3. If you pass the stationary point after counting to 'one thousand five'
4. If you stop before reaching the stationary point

7. What is the recommended frequency for stopping during long trips to avoid fatigue?

1. Every 50 miles or 1 hour
2. Every 100 miles or 2 hours
3. Every 200 miles or 4 hours
4. Only when feeling sleepy

8. What is the correct procedure when approaching a narrow or single-lane bridge on a rural road?

1. Always stop completely before entering the bridge regardless of other traffic.
2. Take turns crossing the bridge, generally giving right-of-way to the first driver to arrive.
3. Drive in the center of the bridge to maximize visibility for oncoming cars.
4. Yield to any vehicle already on the bridge, even if you arrived first.

9. What is the primary method recommended to avoid traction loss from hydroplaning?

1. Increase speed to push water out from under the tires
2. Slow down when driving in the rain or on wet roads
3. Apply hard brakes immediately upon seeing water
4. Change lanes frequently to find drier pavement

10. What is the maximum distance a vehicle should be parked from the curb or edge of pavement?

1. 12 inches
2. 18 inches
3. 24 inches
4. 36 inches

11. What is the correct procedure when driving next to parked or stopped vehicles?

1. Slow down and do not pass until sure there are no pedestrians crossing
2. Speed up to clear the area quickly
3. Honk continuously to warn pedestrians
4. Stop immediately regardless of pedestrian presence

12. According to the handbook, what is the minimum stopping distance required for a loaded truck traveling at 55 mph under ideal conditions?

1. Approximately 150 feet
2. Approximately 200 feet
3. A minimum of 335 feet
4. Exactly the same distance as a car

13. When using hand-over-hand steering at low speeds, where should your left hand grasp the steering wheel?

1. Between 8 and 9 o'clock
2. Between 12 and 1 o'clock
3. Between 10 and 11 o'clock
4. Between 5 and 6 o'clock

14. Why should a driver avoid sounding their horn close to bicyclists?

1. It may startle bicyclists and cause them to steer into your path
2. It is illegal to honk near bicycles
3. It causes unnecessary noise pollution
4. It distracts the driver from checking mirrors

15. According to the South Carolina Driver Handbook, what should a driver do immediately upon seeing emergency lights behind them?

1. Stay calm, activate your turn signal, and pull to the side of the roadway as soon and safely as possible.
2. Stop immediately in the middle of the lane to ensure the officer sees you quickly.
3. Turn off all lights and wait for the officer to approach before moving.
4. Exit the vehicle immediately to greet the officer.

16. Why should drivers be especially careful on bridges and overpasses during winter weather conditions?

1. They are often narrower than the main roadway.
2. They tend to freeze first.
3. They have lower speed limits than surrounding roads.
4. They are more likely to have gravel surfaces.

17. When making a right turn, what specific action does the handbook advise avoiding?

1. Signaling your intentions before turning
2. Swinging wide to the left before making the turn
3. Looking through the turn to the farthest point possible
4. Accelerating smoothly to the appropriate speed

18. When backing up a trailer, how should you move your hand on the steering wheel to move the trailer to the left?

1. Move your hand to the left
2. Move your hand to the right
3. Turn the wheel counter-clockwise
4. Keep your hand stationary