The Driver's License — South Carolina Driver's License Practice Test

This South Carolina Driver's License The Driver's License practice set has 84 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 80% on the real South Carolina Driver's License knowledge test to pass.

Sample questions

Three questions from the The Driver's License bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 30 questions at random from the same bank.

1. In South Carolina, what determines which class of driver's license you need?

   • The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or gross vehicle weight (GVW) — Correct answer
   • The color and size of the vehicle
   • The number of passengers you usually carry
   • The age of the driver

   Explanation: The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or gross vehicle weight (GVW) determines which class of license you will need.

   Handbook: The Driver's License — License Classes

2. What does a Class D license allow you to drive?

   • Non-commercial passenger vehicles not exceeding 26,000 lbs GVW, plus a moped or three-wheel vehicle — Correct answer
   • Any combination vehicle exceeding 26,000 lbs GVW
   • Commercial vehicles carrying hazardous materials
   • Only two-wheel motorcycles

   Explanation: A Class D license allows you to drive non-commercial passenger vehicles such as cars and trucks that do not exceed 26,000 pounds GVW, and also a moped or three-wheel vehicle.

   Handbook: The Driver's License — Class D License

3. Which license is required to operate a non-commercial single-unit vehicle that exceeds 26,000 pounds GVW, such as a truck or motor home?

   • Class E — Correct answer
   • Class D
   • Class F
   • Class M

   Explanation: A Class E license allows you to operate non-commercial, single unit vehicles that exceed 26,000 pounds GVW, such as trucks and motor homes.

   Handbook: The Driver's License — Class E License