South Carolina Driving Laws Practice Test 3

Question 1

What is the penalty for not securing a child in a car seat?

Accepted Answer

A fine.

Answer

A warning.

Answer

License suspension.

Question 2

What is the penalty for texting while driving in most states?

Accepted Answer

A fine and points on your license.

Answer

A warning.

Answer

License suspension.

Question 3

Is it legal to use a handheld phone while driving?

Accepted Answer

No.

Answer

Yes.

Answer

Only in rural areas.

Question 4

What should you do if you need to use your phone while driving?

Accepted Answer

Use hands-free mode or pull over.

Answer

Use it while driving.

Answer

Ignore it.

Question 5

Is it legal to park in front of a fire hydrant?

Accepted Answer

No.

Answer

Yes.

Answer

Only for a short time.

Question 6

What happens if you park in a handicapped spot without a permit?

Accepted Answer

A fine and possible towing.

Answer

A warning.

Answer

Nothing.

Question 7

What should you do if you park on a hill facing downward?

Accepted Answer

Turn your wheels toward the curb.

Answer

Turn your wheels away from the curb.

Answer

Keep your wheels straight.

Question 8

What should you do if you are involved in a minor accident with no injuries?

Accepted Answer

Exchange information with the other driver.

Answer

Leave the scene.

Answer

Ignore it.

Question 9

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for most drivers in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

0.08%

Answer

0.05%

Answer

0.10%

Question 10

What happens if you refuse to take a BAC test when stopped by a police officer?

Accepted Answer

You may lose your license.

Answer

You will be given a warning.

Answer

Nothing will happen.

Question 11

What is the penalty for a first-time DUI conviction?

Accepted Answer

License suspension and a fine.

Answer

A warning.

Answer

Mandatory prison time.

Question 12

At what age can you apply for a learner’s permit in most states?

Accepted Answer

15

Answer

14

Answer

16

Question 13

How many passengers can a driver with a learner's permit have in the car?

Accepted Answer

One non-family member.

Answer

Two friends.

Answer

No restriction.

Question 14

What happens if you drive without a valid driver’s license?

Accepted Answer

A fine and possible arrest.

Answer

A warning.

Answer

Nothing.

Question 15

What is the minimum required car insurance in most states?

Accepted Answer

Liability insurance.

Answer

Comprehensive insurance.

Answer

Collision insurance.

Question 16

What happens if you drive without insurance?

Accepted Answer

License suspension and fines.

Answer

A warning.

Answer

Vehicle impoundment.

Question 17

What should you do if your registration expires?

Accepted Answer

Renew it immediately.

Answer

Continue driving.

Answer

Ignore it.

Question 18

What is the penalty for running a red light?

Accepted Answer

A fine and points on your license.

Answer

A warning.

Answer

License suspension.

Question 19

What happens if you accumulate too many points on your driving record?

Accepted Answer

License suspension.

Answer

Nothing.

Answer

Mandatory driving class.

Question 20

What happens if you are caught speeding in a construction zone?

Accepted Answer

Double fines.

Answer

A warning.

Answer

License suspension.

Question 21

What is the penalty for not wearing a seatbelt while driving?

Accepted Answer

A fine.

Answer

A warning.

Answer

License suspension.

Question 22

At what age are children required to use a car seat?

Accepted Answer

Under 8.

Answer

Under 5.

Answer

Under 12.

South Carolina Driving Laws Practice Test 3

Explanation