South Dakota DMV Sample Test
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1
Teen Licensing & Permits
At what minimum age does South Dakota issue a restricted minor permit?
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At what minimum age does South Dakota issue a restricted minor permit?
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South Dakota issues a restricted minor permit at age 14 — among the earliest in the US, reflecting the state's rural nature. The permit requires a licensed adult 18 or older in the front seat and has nighttime and passenger restrictions.
2
Signs & Signals
Blue signs usually provide information about ____.
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Blue signs usually provide information about ____.
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Blue signs commonly identify services such as fuel, food, lodging, or hospital information.
3
Signs & Signals
What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?
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What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?
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A flashing red signal is treated like a stop sign.
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Signs & Signals
What is the purpose of a stop line painted across your lane?
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What is the purpose of a stop line painted across your lane?
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A stop line shows where vehicles should stop.
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Signs & Signals
A center lane marked for left turns is generally used for ____.
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A center lane marked for left turns is generally used for ____.
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A two-way left-turn lane is generally for left turns, not for normal travel or passing.
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Right of Way & Turn Rules
If you approach a yield sign, you must ____.
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If you approach a yield sign, you must ____.
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A yield sign requires slowing and yielding to conflicting traffic or pedestrians.
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Rules of the Road
What should you do if road or weather conditions are poor?
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What should you do if road or weather conditions are poor?
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Drivers must slow down when conditions make the posted limit unsafe.
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Rules of the Road
Why is tailgating dangerous?
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Why is tailgating dangerous?
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Following too closely leaves too little time to react.
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Signs & Signals
What does this sign indicate?
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What does this sign indicate?
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A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe.
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Signs & Signals
What does this sign indicate?
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What does this sign indicate?
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A yield sign means slow down, give the right-of-way when required, and stop if necessary.
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