Before You Drive — South Dakota Driver's License Practice Test
56 questions in this topic · 30 drawn at random this round
About what fraction of all traffic deaths happen within 25 miles of home?
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This South Dakota Driver's License Before You Drive practice set has 56 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 80% on the real South Dakota Driver's License knowledge test to pass.
Sample questions
Three questions from the Before You Drive bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 30 questions at random from the same bank.
How often does the South Dakota manual recommend you check your tire pressure with a pressure gauge?
- Monthly — Correct answer
- Once a year
- Only before long trips
- Every two years
Explanation: The manual advises checking tire pressure with a pressure gauge monthly, and to check when the tires are cold.
Handbook: Before You Drive — Inspecting Your Vehicle
When should you check your tire pressure for an accurate reading?
- When the tires are cold — Correct answer
- Right after a long drive
- When the tires are hot
- It does not matter
Explanation: Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold, because driving heats the tires and raises the pressure reading.
Handbook: Before You Drive — Inspecting Your Vehicle
Where can you find the correct recommended PSI (tire pressure) for your vehicle?
- On the driver-side door jamb or in the owner's manual — Correct answer
- Stamped on the brake pedal
- On the windshield
- On your driver's license
Explanation: The recommended PSI is listed in the vehicle owner's manual or on a sticker on the driver-side door jamb.
Handbook: Before You Drive — Inspecting Your Vehicle