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Original questions based on the latest South CarolinaSC CDL Handbook Expert-reviewed by S. Litvintchouk, M.S. (MIT), Chief Educational Researcher

SC CDL General Knowledge Practice Test 3 2026

Avg. pass rate on our SC tests: 59%.
Average pass rate for this test: 67%.
Easy
5 min
Score distribution:
90-100=>9%
80-89=>14%
70-79=>36%
60-69=>23%
<60%=>18%
Avg. first-try score: 74%
Perfect for:
First-time and renewal CDL/CLP applicants

To get a CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) in South Carolina, you must first meet the basic eligibility requirements. You must be at least 18 for intrastate driving (within the state), or 21 for interstate driving (across state lines). You cannot transport hazardous materials or carry passengers until you turn 21. All applicants must possess a valid driver’s license, provide identification documents, pay the licensing fees, and pass a vision screening. If you plan to engage in non-excepted commerce, you must also pass a medical examination administered by a certified medical examiner listed on the FMCSA National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners.

To get a CLP (Commercial Learner’s Permit), you must pass the official General Knowledge Exam. This test has 50 multiple-choice questions based on the official Commercial Driver License Manual (South Carolina CDL Handbook 2026). You must answer 20 (80%) correctly to pass, which leaves little room for error. We’ll help you achieve a passing score on your first attempt by providing you with access to our practice tests. In South Carolina, 43 aspiring commercial drivers are currently training with them. Take our third South Carolina CDL General Knowledge Practice Test and improve your knowledge through active learning.

You can access this practice test online on any compatible device. Because this tool is browser-based, you won’t need to install any software. Your practice sessions are untimed, so please avoid rushing. Take as long as you need to answer all sessions and focus on learning the material rather than memorizing the correct answers.

Customize your testing experience with the test settings menu. Located in the top-right corner of the page, this menu gives you access to several features. You can also use the "Shift + ?" key combination to display a complete list of keyboard shortcuts. Use these shortcuts to answer questions and enable features with your keyboard.

Check out our Free South Carolina CDL Permit Practice Test. Incorporate it into your study routine and train with it as often as your schedule allows. Stay consistent in your study and watch your knowledge improve with each session you complete. Good luck!

SC CDL General Knowledge Practice Test 3 2026
Commercial Driver's License
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Reviewed for legal and handbook accuracy

Steven Litvintchouk

M.S. (MIT, Columbia), Chief Educational Researcher. ACES member (Society for Editing). Verifies all 50 state tests against official handbooks weekly.

Test design and learning experience oversight

Andrei Zakhareuski

Co-founder & CEO, Driving-Tests.org

Questions are created and maintained by the Driving-Tests.org content team following our multi-layer editorial process and updated whenever the South Carolina DMV changes its handbook or website information. Official sources we check: 

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