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South Dakota DMV Practice Test 2026

The official South Dakota written knowledge exam has 25 questions. You need 20 correct (80%) to pass. Our practice tests match the exact format, topics, and difficulty of the real South Dakota DMV test.

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South Dakota Specialty

What makes the South Dakota DMV test unique?

State Specialty

South Dakota's exam emphasizes wildlife collisions (Black Hills deer population), Sturgis-week traffic protocols, and tribal-land driving rules.

South Dakota-Specific Law

South Dakota allows a restricted minor permit at age 14 — among the earliest in the nation — for rural access to school and work.

Study Tip

Wildlife collision avoidance (brake, don't swerve) is heavily tested.

Sample Question

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South Dakota Road Rules

Under South Dakota law, which of the following is correct about the rule described?

A Drivers may ignore the rule if no police are visible.

B South Dakota allows a restricted minor permit at age 14 — among the earliest in the nation — for rural access to school and work.

C The rule only applies on interstate highways.

D The rule only applies to commercial drivers.

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How many questions are on the South Dakota DMV written test?

The South Dakota DMV written (knowledge) exam contains 25 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 20 correctly (80%) to pass. The test is administered by the South Dakota Driver Licensing Program.

What makes South Dakota's DMV test different?