South Dakota DMV Permit Practice Mini Test 4: 12 Questions

Mini Test 4 has 12 multiple-choice questions on South Dakota driving rules, including parking uphill with curb, parking downhill with curb, signal before turning and uncontrolled railroad crossing. Each answer is explained as soon as you pick it, and every question is listed with its answer in the study guide below.

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  1. When parking uphill with a curb, how should the front wheels be positioned?

    • A. Turned away from the curb
    • B. Turned toward the curb
    • C. Left straight
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    A. Turned away from the curb

    Turning wheels away from the curb prevents the vehicle from rolling into traffic.

  2. When parking downhill with a curb, how should the front wheels be positioned?

    • A. Turned away from the curb
    • B. Left straight
    • C. Turned toward the curb
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    C. Turned toward the curb

    Turning wheels toward the curb helps stop the vehicle if it rolls.

  3. What must a driver do before turning or changing lanes?

    • A. Flash headlights
    • B. Signal continuously for at least 100 feet
    • C. Signal after beginning the turn
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    B. Signal continuously for at least 100 feet

    Drivers must signal their intention before turning or changing lanes.

  4. When are drivers required to dim high-beam headlights?

    • A. Only in cities
    • B. When approaching or following another vehicle
    • C. Only in fog
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    B. When approaching or following another vehicle

    High beams must be dimmed to avoid blinding other drivers.

  5. What should drivers do if road conditions require slower speeds than posted limits?

    • A. Adjust speed to conditions
    • B. Drive the posted speed
    • C. Speed up to keep traffic moving
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    A. Adjust speed to conditions

    Drivers must always drive at a speed safe for conditions.

Complete Study Guide: All 12 Questions with Answers

Every question in Mini Test 4, with the correct answer and an explanation for each.

  1. Q1. When parking uphill with a curb, how should the front wheels be positioned?

    Correct answer: Turned away from the curb

    Why: Turning wheels away from the curb prevents the vehicle from rolling into traffic.

  2. Q2. When parking downhill with a curb, how should the front wheels be positioned?

    Correct answer: Turned toward the curb

    Why: Turning wheels toward the curb helps stop the vehicle if it rolls.

  3. Q3. What must a driver do before turning or changing lanes?

    Correct answer: Signal continuously for at least 100 feet

    Why: Drivers must signal their intention before turning or changing lanes.

  4. Q4. What should drivers do when approaching a railroad crossing with no gates or signals?

    Correct answer: Slow down, look, and listen

    Why: Drivers must be prepared to stop for approaching trains.

  5. Q5. When are drivers required to dim high-beam headlights?

    Correct answer: When approaching or following another vehicle

    Why: High beams must be dimmed to avoid blinding other drivers.

  6. Q6. What should a driver do if an emergency vehicle approaches from behind using sirens?

    Correct answer: Pull over to the right and stop

    Why: Drivers must yield by pulling over and stopping.

  7. Q7. What is required before passing another vehicle on a two-lane road?

    Correct answer: Clear view of oncoming traffic

    Why: Drivers must be sure the left lane is clear before passing.

  8. Q8. What does a solid white line on the right edge of the roadway indicate?

    Correct answer: The edge of the driving lane

    Why: White edge lines mark the outer edge of the roadway.

  9. Q9. What should drivers do when entering a roadway from a private road or driveway?

    Correct answer: Yield to all traffic on the roadway

    Why: Drivers entering a roadway must yield to traffic already on it.

  10. Q10. What must drivers do at an intersection controlled by stop signs in all directions?

    Correct answer: Stop completely and proceed in proper order

    Why: All vehicles must stop and follow right-of-way rules.

  11. Q11. What should drivers do if road conditions require slower speeds than posted limits?

    Correct answer: Adjust speed to conditions

    Why: Drivers must always drive at a speed safe for conditions.

  12. Q12. Why is it important to keep a safe space ahead of your vehicle?

    Correct answer: To allow time to stop safely

    Why: Adequate space allows drivers to react to hazards.

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