2025 South Carolina Motorcycle Permit Test 3
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in South Carolina when getting your motorcycle learners permit. Each motorcycle theory practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for South Carolina please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/south-carolina/motorcycle.
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22. Taking over-the-counter medication before riding:
Explanation
Many drugs, including legal prescription and over-the-counter medications, have side effects that can impair your ability to safely operate a motorcycle. Always talk to your doctor about how a new medication may affect your driving or riding abilities.
23. You have an improved chance of surviving a crash if you wear:
Explanation
You will get the most head and neck protection from a helmet that meets U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and state standards. The single most effective thing you can do to improve your chances of surviving a crash is wear a properly secured, good-quality helmet.
24. Pick a lane position that:
Explanation
Choose a lane position that helps you avoid road hazards. Make sure you maintain a safe cushion of space around your motorcycle at all times.
25. There may be less traction available for braking when:
Explanation
Any time a motorcycle is leaning, such as in a turn or curve, there is less traction available for braking. Both brakes may still be used while a motorcycle is turning, but it must be done with great care.
26. Reflective, brightly-colored helmets and clothing:
Explanation
Wearing brightly-colored or reflective clothing can increase your chances of being seen by other road users.
27. Whichever style of helmet you choose, you will get the most protection by ensuring that your helmet:
Explanation
You will get the maximum protection from your helmet if it meets U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and state standards, fits snugly all the way around, and has no obvious defects.
28. When riding at night:
Explanation
At night, you should always ride at a lower speed than you would under similar conditions during the day. Doing so will give you a better chance of avoiding hazards. Additionally, increase your following distance and be flexible about your lane position.
29. When wearing a helmet at the time of a crash, a rider is:
Explanation
No matter the speed, riders who are not wearing helmets are three times more likely to die from head injuries than riders who are wearing helmets at the time of a crash.
30. The best way to stop quickly is to:
Explanation
To stop quickly, apply controlled pressure to both the front and rear brakes at the same time.
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