South Dakota DMV Permit: Safety & Hazards Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is Each of the above

A 1.5-ounce shot of 80-proof liquor, a 12-ounce can of regular beer, and a 5-ounce glass of wine are each generally considered one standard drink. Although the total serving sizes are different, each contains approximately 0.6 fluid ounces of pure alcohol.

Not quite. The answer is in open country without other vehicles nearby.

Use high beams when driving in open country without other vehicles nearby. (South Dakota law requires you to dim your headlights whenever you meet another vehicle or pass another vehicle.) However, even high beams don't let you see as far at night as you can in the daytime. Therefore, you should still drive slower at night.

Source: SD Cod L § 32-17-7

Not quite. The answer is Sleep

Stimulants, exercise, and music can help keep you awake, but the best remedy for drowsiness is sleep. If you're getting 9 hours of sleep and still feel tired, consult a physician.

Not quite. The answer is A school zone

This pentagonal (five-sided) sign indicates a school zone. Slow down, proceed with caution, and watch for schoolchildren. Schoolchildren in a school crosswalk have the right-of-way. Note: An older version of this sign has a yellow background.

Source: Traffic Signs, Traffic Control Devices, Rules of the Road, South Dakota Driver License Manual

Not quite. The answer is All of the above are true.

Some vehicles cannot travel very fast, especially on steep upgrades, or they may have trouble keeping up with the speed of traffic. If you spot these vehicles early, you'll have time to change lanes or slow down safely. A triangular orange emblem on the rear of a vehicle identifies it as a slow-moving vehicle, which South Dakota defines as a vehicle that is designed to travel at 25 mph or less. Such vehicles include farm tractors, animal-drawn vehicles, and roadway maintenance vehicles. If you encounter one of these vehicles, slow down and proceed with caution. If possible, move into another lane.

Not quite. The answer is Slow to 20 mph and proceed with caution.

On a two-lane or private road, whenever you approach a school bus with flashing amber lights, you must slow to 20 mph and proceed with caution regardless of which side of the road the bus is on.

Source: Right-of-Way, Rules of the Road, South Dakota Driver License Manual

Not quite. The answer is $2,000

A third offense of DWI is considered a Class 6 felony, punishable by a fine of up to $2,000, up to two years in the state penitentiary, or both. Also, your license will be revoked for at least one year.

Source: DWI; Alcohol and the Law; Be in Shape to Drive; South Dakota Driver License Manual

Not quite. The answer is Drunk driving

According to the National Safety Council, every 33 minutes someone dies in an alcohol-related crash. Drunk driving is the leading single cause of death among young people in the age range from 16 to 24. Statistics indicated that US drivers drank too much and got behind the wheel about 112 million times in 2010.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

How fast you drink, the number of drinks you've had, and how much you weigh all affect your blood alcohol concentration (BAC).

Not quite. The answer is 30 days.

If you are convicted of failing to maintain proof of financial responsibility on your vehicle, you may be fined up to $100, sentenced to jail for up to 30 days, or both. Your license will be suspended for between 30 days and one year. Finally, you will be required to file proof of insurance (SR-22) with the DPS for the next three years. Note: SR-22 insurance is considered insurance for high-risk drivers, so you should expect your insurance rates to be higher than usual.

Source: Are You Insured?; Financial Responsibility; Revocation and Suspension of License; South Dakota Driver License Manual

Not quite. The answer is the motorcycle needs the full width of the lane.

A motorcycle needs a full lane width to maneuver safely, just as other motor vehicles do. Never drive alongside a motorcycle in the same lane, even if the lane is wide and the motorcyclist is riding to one side.

Not quite. The answer is you will take a chemical test when asked by a police officer.

Implied Consent law means that by driving a motor vehicle you have agreed that you will take a chemical test when asked by a police officer if you are arrested for driving under the influence of intoxicants.

Not quite. The answer is 1 year

A first offense of DWI is considered a Class 1 misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $2,000, up to one year in jail, or both. Also, your license will be revoked for at least 30 days. (Note: The South Dakota Driver License Manual incorrectly states the maximum fine as $1,000.) [DWI; Alcohol and the Law; Be in Shape to Drive; South Dakota Driver License Manual], [SD Cod L § 22-6-2],

Source: SD Cod L § 32-23-2

Not quite. The answer is your vision is already restricted.

Drinking alcohol and driving at night is especially dangerous because your vision is already restricted since it is dark out and more difficult to see.

Not quite. The answer is 6

If you are convicted of eluding or attempting to elude a police officer, six points will be added to your driving record. Also, eluding the police is considered a Class 1 misdemeanor, which is punishable by a fine of up to $2,000, jail for up to one year, or both. Your license may also be revoked for up to one year. [South Dakota Point System; Revocation and Suspension of License; South Dakota Driver License Manual], [SD Cod L § 22-6-2],

Source: SD Cod L § 32-33-18.1

Not quite. The answer is 10

If you are convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI), ten points will be added to your driving record. Ten is the largest number of points you can earn for a single offense. If this was your first offense, your license will be revoked for at least 30 days. Also, in South Dakota, a first offense of DWI is considered a Class 1 misdemeanor, which is punishable by a fine of up to $2,000, jail for up to one year, or both. [South Dakota Point System; Revocation and Suspension of License; South Dakota Driver License Manual], [SD Cod L § 22-6-2],

Source: SD Cod L § 32-23-2

Not quite. The answer is Faster reaction time

Marijuana can cause decreased car handling performance; slower reaction times; impaired time, speed, and distance estimation; subjective sleepiness; impaired motor coordination; impaired night vision; and impaired ability to focus.

Not quite. The answer is $50

After your license has been suspended or revoked, you must pay a reinstatement fee of $50–$200 before your driving privileges can be restored. The amount you will pay depends on the offense that caused the suspension or revocation.

Source: Reinstatement Fee; Revocation and Suspension of License; South Dakota Driver License Manual

Not quite. The answer is 5

If you're at least 21 years old, your South Dakota driver's license will be valid for five years. If you're under 21, your license will expire 30 days after your 21st birthday.

Source: Operator's License; Types of Driver Licenses; South Dakota Driver License Manual

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

While you're driving, avoid doing anything that might make you take your eyes off the road for more than an instant. Don't use a CB radio or a handheld cell phone. If you need to look at a map, pull safely off the road before you look at it. In South Dakota, texting on a handheld cell phone while driving is illegal except in emergencies.

Source: SD Cod L § 32-26-47