South Carolina DMV Permit Practice Test 2026

Free practice questions for the South Carolina driver’s permit knowledge test. Tap an answer to see if you are right and why.

About the test

Questions

Correct to pass

Passing score

80%

Study from

South Carolina Driver's Manual

Free practice: 20 questions

Question 1

What is the maximum gross vehicle weight for a vehicle driven on a South Carolina Class D license?

Question 2

What must you have in your possession whenever you drive in South Carolina?

Question 3

What is the minimum age for a South Carolina beginner's permit?

Question 4

For a temporary alcohol license (TAL), within how many days must you request an administrative hearing?

Question 5

Golf carts may be driven during the day within how far of the registration address?

Question 6

Under SC law, how should cigarette butts be handled while driving?

Question 7

Two drivers reach a four-way stop at the same time. Who should go first?

Question 8

When may you turn right on a red light in South Carolina?

Question 9

Where must you stop at a stop sign with no stop line or crosswalk?

Question 10

From what part of your lane should you make a right turn?

Question 11

When parking along a roadway in SC, how far from the curb may your wheels be?

Question 12

On a multi-lane road, which lane is for passing slower vehicles?

Question 13

What is the best way to avoid hydroplaning?

Question 14

What is the maximum recommended speed for most vehicle-trailer combinations?

Question 15

Which South Carolina license class is for operating a moped only?

Question 16

Why should you add emergency contact information to your SCDMV record?

Question 17

With a beginner's permit, between what hours may you drive with a licensed driver 21+ who has a year of experience?

Question 18

About what share of traffic deaths involve alcohol or other impairing drugs?

Question 19

On what roads may an SC golf cart be operated?

Question 20

If your license requires corrective lenses, what should you avoid at night?

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Frequently asked questions

How many questions are on the South Carolina permit test?

The South Carolina knowledge test has 30 questions.

What score do I need to pass the South Carolina permit test?

You need at least 24 correct answers out of 30 (80%).

Is this practice test free?

Yes. The questions on this page are free. The app adds the full question bank and timed practice tests.

Is this the official DMV test?

No. DMV Practice Pro is an independent study tool and is not affiliated with any state DMV. Questions are written from the official driver handbook.

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