South Carolina Permit Test (DMV Knowledge Test) — All Questions

A red, eight-sided (octagonal) sign means:

• a.Yield to traffic
• b.Come to a complete stop, then go when it is safe✓
• c.Slow down only
• d.Stop for buses only

A red octagon is a STOP sign. Stop completely at the stop line, crosswalk, or intersection, then proceed when it is safe. (South Carolina Driver's Manual, traffic signs)

A yellow diamond-shaped sign is used to:

• a.Post the speed limit
• b.Mark a hospital
• c.Warn of a hazard or change in the road ahead✓
• d.Show a one-way street

Yellow diamond signs are warning signs that alert you to curves, crossings, and other conditions ahead. (South Carolina Driver's Manual, warning signs)

A flashing red traffic signal means:

• a.Stop completely, then proceed when safe, the same as a STOP sign✓
• b.Speed up
• c.Ignore the light
• d.Turn left only

A flashing red light has the same meaning as a STOP sign: stop fully, then go when the way is clear. (South Carolina Driver's Manual, traffic signals)

A five-sided (pentagon) sign warns of:

• a.A rest area
• b.A freeway exit
• c.A no-passing zone
• d.A school zone or school crossing ahead✓

A five-sided sign marks a school zone or school crossing ahead. Slow down and watch for children. (South Carolina Driver's Manual, warning signs)

A solid yellow line on your side of the center line means:

• a.You may pass when the way is clear
• b.You may not cross the line to pass✓
• c.The lane is for turning only
• d.A bike lane is present

A solid yellow line on your side means passing is not allowed there; wait for a broken line and a clear road. (South Carolina Driver's Manual, pavement markings)