South Dakota knowledge test: practice questions

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Five questions from the United States (South Dakota) bank, as you'll see them in the app.

1. When may a restricted minor's permit holder drive alone with parental permission?

   1. At any hour of the day
   2. From 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
   3. From 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
   4. From 5 a.m. to 1 a.m.
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   Answer: From 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

   Unsupervised driving is allowed from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. with a parent's or guardian's permission. SDCL 32-12-12.

2. What is the default limit on a township road?

   1. 55 mph
   2. 70 mph
   3. 65 mph
   4. 45 mph
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   Answer: 55 mph

   Township roads have a 55 mph limit unless the township sets zones. SDCL 32-25-9.2.

3. Who has preference of right-of-way while doing road maintenance?

   1. Private cars on the road
   2. Highway equipment and crews
   3. Cyclists using the shoulder
   4. Tourist buses and coaches
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   Answer: Highway equipment and crews

   Highway equipment and personnel maintaining the road have the preference of right-of-way. SDCL 32-26-16.

4. Where must you stop at a crossing when a train is signaled?

   1. Exactly 5 feet from the nearest rail
   2. At least 100 feet from the nearest rail
   3. 15 to 50 feet from the nearest rail
   4. Right on top of the railroad tracks
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   Answer: 15 to 50 feet from the nearest rail

   Stop within 50 feet but no closer than 15 feet from the nearest rail. SDCL 32-29-4.

5. Who is exempt from wearing a seat belt?

   1. Someone with a doctor's written statement
   2. Anyone who is over 65 years of age
   3. Anyone making only a short local trip
   4. Any passenger in the rear seats of a car
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   Answer: Someone with a doctor's written statement

   An occupant with a written statement from a doctor that they cannot wear a belt is exempt. SDCL 32-38-3.

Where the questions come from

Written from the published rules · South Dakota Codified Laws Title 32, Motor Vehicles (South Dakota Legislature). See every official source

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