2025 South Dakota Permit Test 20
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in South Dakota. Each permit 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 Dakota please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/south-dakota/car.
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9. Which of these statements is true about large trucks?
Explanation
Large trucks take longer to stop than other vehicles traveling at the same speed. The average passenger vehicle traveling at 55 mph can stop within 400 feet. However, a large truck traveling at the same speed can take almost 800 feet to stop.
10. To help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces, you should:
Explanation
Slow down before you enter a curve because you do not know what may be ahead. Braking on a curve may cause you to skid.
11. When entering traffic after being parked at a curb, you:
Explanation
Any time that you merge into city or highway traffic, you should wait for a gap in traffic large enough for your vehicle to get up to the speed of other traffic.
12. When used on roadways, bicycles are considered:
Explanation
Bicycles are considered vehicles when used on roadways. Bicyclists and motorists are expected to follow the same rules of the road.
13. When making a right turn, you should not:
Explanation
When turning right, you should slow down and activate your turn signal before making the turn. Be careful not to turn too wide for your lane, as this may interfere with traffic.
14. Large trucks are likely to lose speed when:
Explanation
Because large trucks require more time to accelerate than smaller vehicles, trucks can lose speed driving up long or steep hills. Be cautious when driving behind a large truck and be sure to give the vehicle additional space, especially when driving on an incline.
15. What does this road sign mean?
Explanation
Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. This sign warns that merging traffic will be entering from the right, so drivers should prepare to allow the incoming traffic to safely merge.
16. If you see a pedestrian using a guide dog or carrying a white cane:
Explanation
Blind or partially blind pedestrians may carry a white cane or use the assistance of a guide dog. You must yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian with a guide dog or a white cane.
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