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South Dakota DPS permit practice test 6

25 questions written from the South Dakota Driver License Manual, covering licensing laws and penalties, alcohol and drugs, safe and defensive driving, right of way, signals and pavement markings and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.

25 questions
  1. Question 1Between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., what is required of a Restricted Minor's Permit holder (unless an exception applies)?

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    B: A parent or legal guardian must be in the seat beside the driver. From 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., a parent or legal guardian must occupy the seat beside the driver. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Types of Driver's Licenses and Driver's Permits, page 8.

  2. Question 2What does South Dakota's implied consent law mean?

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    B: By getting a license you consent to a lawfully requested alcohol test. When you get a license, you have implicitly consented to a lawfully requested test of blood, breath, urine or other substance. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Alcohol and the Law, page 20.

  3. Question 3When should you check tire pressure?

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    B: When the tires are cold, monthly. Check tire pressure monthly with a gauge, when the tires are cold, using the PSI on the door jamb sticker. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Check Tire Pressure with a Pressure Gauge Monthly, page 23.

  4. Question 4You approach a stopped emergency vehicle using red lights. What does South Dakota law require?

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    B: Come to a complete stop before reaching it, then proceed with caution when safe. Motorists from any direction must come to a complete stop before reaching a stopped emergency vehicle using red lights. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Attention (SDCL 32-31-6.1), page 2.

  5. Question 5On a one-direction roadway, a white dashed line between lanes means:

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    B: Passing permitted. On a one-direction roadway, a white dashed line means passing is permitted. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Pavement Markings, page 36.

  6. Question 6At a stop sign, where must you stop?

    red and white octagon road sign
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    B: Behind the stop line or crosswalk if present, or before the stop sign itself. Stop behind the stop line or crosswalk if present, or before the stop sign itself. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Stop Sign, page 35.

  7. Question 7In which direction does traffic move in a roundabout?

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    B: Counterclockwise. Traffic moves one way in a counterclockwise direction in a roundabout. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Roundabouts, page 39.

  8. Question 8How can drivers help trucks merging onto the interstate?

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    B: Maintain the proper speed for the flow of traffic. Maintaining proper speed for the traffic flow lets trucks and buses enter the freeway smoothly. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Merging, page 63.

  9. Question 9Is it legal to park on a runaway truck ramp?

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    B: No; it is illegal and could deny a runaway truck its escape. Never park on a runaway truck ramp or its entrance; it is illegal and dangerous. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Runaway Truck Ramps, page 64.

  10. Question 10How far behind a large truck can its rear blind spot extend?

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    D: 200 feet. The blind spot to the rear of large trucks can extend for 200 feet. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Space in Front, page 51.

  11. Question 11Should you use cruise control on slippery roads?

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    B: Never. Never use cruise control on slippery roads. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Winter Driving Safety Tips, page 67.

  12. Question 12Your engine shuts off while driving. What is true?

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    B: Steering is harder but still works; brake with steady pressure and pull off. Keep a strong grip; steering is harder but works. Don't brake hard; use steady pressure and pull off. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Power Failure, page 58.

  13. Question 13Which road hazards might cause a motorcyclist to change lane position suddenly?

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    B: Potholes, gravel, wet surfaces, pavement seams and railroad crossings. Riders may need to move suddenly to avoid potholes, gravel, wet surfaces, seams, railroad crossings and grooved pavement. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Motorcyclists, page 62.

  14. Question 14Which trip lets a Restricted Minor's Permit holder drive alone after 10 p.m.?

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    B: The most direct route to or from work. Exceptions are direct routes to or from school or school events, church or church events, work, or farm work. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Types of Driver's Licenses and Driver's Permits, page 8.

  15. Question 15Whose implied consent law applies if you are arrested in another state?

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    B: The state where you were arrested. Implied consent laws apply in the state where you are arrested, not the state that issued your license. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Alcohol and the Law, page 20.

  16. Question 16Front side windows may not be tinted to reduce light transmittance below what level in South Dakota?

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    B: 35%. Windshields and windows beside the driver may not be tinted below 35% light transmittance; rear windows not below 20%. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Windshield & Windows, page 24.

  17. Question 17On an interstate, how far before a stopped vehicle with amber, yellow or blue lights must you merge to the farthest lane?

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    C: At least 300 feet. On roads with two or more lanes in your direction, merge into the farthest lane at least 300 feet before the vehicle. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Attention (SDCL 32-31-6.1), page 2.

  18. Question 18If there is a stop line before the crosswalk, where must you stop?

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    B: At the stop line first. If there is a stop line before the crosswalk, the stop line must be obeyed first. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Crosswalks and Stop Lines, page 37.

  19. Question 19What shape and colors is a yield sign?

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    B: Red and white downward-pointing triangle. A yield sign is a red and white downward-pointing triangle with red letters. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Yield Sign, page 35.

  20. Question 20Who may use the truck apron in the center of a roundabout?

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    B: The rear wheels of large trucks; not cars, SUVs or pickups. Truck aprons are for large trucks' rear wheels; they are not to be used by cars, SUVs or pickup trucks. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Roundabouts, page 39.

  21. Question 21When following a motorcyclist, what minimum following distance should you allow?

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    C: 4 seconds, or more in wet conditions. Allow a minimum 4-second following distance or more in wet conditions behind a motorcyclist. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Motorcyclists, page 62.

  22. Question 22How should you approach an uncontrolled rural intersection?

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    B: Slow down and be prepared to stop. Slow down and be prepared to stop for crossing or oncoming traffic at uncontrolled rural intersections. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Rural Road Driving, page 67.

  23. Question 23Is it a crime to leave a crash scene involving injury or death before police have talked to you?

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    B: Yes. It is a crime to leave a crash involving injury or death before police have talked to you and gotten the information they need. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Crashes, page 59.

  24. Question 24How do scooters and mopeds compare to motorcycles in speed?

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    B: They travel at much lower speeds. Scooters and mopeds travel at much lower speeds than motorcycles. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Motorcyclists, page 62.

  25. Question 25During the first 6 months on a Restricted Minor's Permit, who may ride as passengers?

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    B: Only immediate family or members of the household. For the first 6 months, no passengers are allowed except immediate family or household members. South Dakota Driver License Manual: Types of Driver's Licenses and Driver's Permits, page 8.

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