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When you see a flashing yellow light at an intersection you should:
When taking medication while driving, what is the most important thing for you to do?
Understand the effects of the medication and adjust your driving accordingly.
When you are backing up, what is usually best to do?
Steer with one hand, while looking out the rear window.
As you are driving on an undivided highway, you approach a school bus that is stopped and has its red lights flashing. You _____:
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When you detect an emergency vehicle approaching from behind you, you should _____:
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You should drive on the shoulder to pass a car only.
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Motorists must dim their lights:
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If you hold a beginner's permit and you accumulate _____ or more, your driving privileges will be suspended for six months.
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Which of these things should you do if your tire goes flat while driving?
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If an oncoming vehicle is entering into your lane, you should:
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When you see a 'Roadwork Ahead' sign, what should you do?
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If a police officer is directing traffic at an intersection, what should you do?
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When it starts raining or snowing enough to turn on your windshield wipers, what else should you do?
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Drivers turning left must yield to oncoming vehicles that are:
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If you miss a turn, what should you do?
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Which of these statements about railroad grade crossing is true?
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If you see a cyclist in your lane ahead, you should:
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Headlights must be used:
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You are approaching a railroad grade crossing that has no visible gates or flashing lights, but has a standard railroad (RR) crossbuck. You should:
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Hydroplaning occurs when tires ride on a thin film of water instead of the road. To prevent hydroplaning, you should:
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To improve visibility caused by rain or fog, drivers should use:
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When your wheels run off the pavement, you should:
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When driving in fog, you should use your high beam headlights.
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When a car with bright headlights comes toward you at night, you should:
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When driving at night, if the oncoming lights are blinding you, you should:
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Study Notes
Flashing Yellow Light
- Slow down and cross the intersection with caution when a flashing yellow light is present.
Medication and Driving
- Understand how medication affects your driving ability and adjust accordingly to ensure safety.
Backing Up
- Use one hand to steer while looking out the rear window for optimal rear visibility.
School Bus Regulations
- Do not pass a stopped school bus with red lights flashing until the lights are turned off by the driver.
Emergency Vehicles
- Pull over and stop on the right side of the road when an emergency vehicle is approaching from behind.
Passing on Shoulder
- Passing vehicles by driving on the shoulder is strictly prohibited under any circumstances.
Dim High Beams
- Dim headlights when another vehicle approaches within 500 feet or when following within 200 feet.
Point Accumulation
- Accumulating 6 points with a beginner's permit or restricted license results in a 6-month suspension of driving privileges.
Flat Tire Response
- Firmly hold the steering wheel, gradually apply brakes, and safely pull off the road after a flat tire.
Oncoming Vehicle in Lane
- Sound the horn and pull as far to the right as possible to avoid an oncoming vehicle entering your lane.
'Roadwork Ahead' Sign
- Exercise caution when you see a 'Roadwork Ahead' sign and look for signs of construction and workers.
Police Officer Direction
- Follow the instructions given by a police officer directing traffic, regardless of traffic signals.
Rain or Snow Visibility
- When activating windshield wipers due to rain or snow, also turn on your headlights for improved visibility.
Left Turn Rules
- Yield to oncoming vehicles that are turning right or going straight when making a left turn.
Missed Turn Protocol
- If you miss a turn, continue to the next intersection and find a safe way to reroute back.
Railroad Grade Crossing Safety
- It is illegal to circumvent lowered gates, and one must stop when directed by a flagman. Not all crossings have warnings.
Cyclist Interaction
- Treat cyclists as vehicles, gently warn them with a tap on the horn, and wait for clear traffic before passing safely.
Headlight Usage
- Headlights are mandatory from sunset to sunrise for visibility while driving.
Railroad Crossing Caution
- Approach crossings without lights or gates with extreme caution and only cross when you are sure no train is coming.
Hydroplaning Prevention
- Reduce speed to avoid hydroplaning, which occurs when tires ride on water instead of the road.
Rain and Fog Visibility
- Use low beam headlights to improve visibility in rain or fog conditions.
Off-Pavement Situations
- Grip the steering wheel firmly, slow down, and carefully steer back onto the road if your wheels stray off the pavement.
Fog Driving
- High beam headlights should not be used in fog; they can impair visibility rather than help.
Dealing with Blinding Headlights
- If bright headlights are coming toward you at night, focus your gaze toward the right edge of your lane to avoid glare.
Nighttime Driving
- When blinding lights from oncoming vehicles affect visibility, looking to the right edge of the lane helps maintain focus and safety.
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Test your knowledge of driving rules and safety practices with this SC DMV Permit Practice Test. Each question focuses on critical information for safe driving, including traffic signals and the effects of medication on driving ability.
