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South Dakota DMV Written Permit Test Questions & Answers (Test #5) 2026

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Easy
7 min
90% fail this test first try • Better here than at DMV
Score distribution:
90-100=>50%
80-89=>50%
70-79=>0%
60-69=>0%
<60%=>0%
Avg. first-try score: 90%

South Dakota is known for its expansive landscape and seemingly endless horizons. The roads are often straight and uncrowded, making them ideal for beginners to practice driving and gain behind-the-wheel experience. Mount Rushmore is one of the most famous landmarks in the United States. In this region, the terrain changes. The drive through the Black Hills has winding roads and sharp curves, challenging even the most experienced drivers. The learning phase begins as soon as you’ve made the decision to become a licensed driver in the Mount Rushmore State. During this time, you will study the various aspects of driving theory described in the official South Dakota driver license manual (South Dakota DMV Handbook (SD Driver's Manual) 2026). To obtain a learner’s permit, you must be at least 14 years old, pass a vision test, provide identification documents, pay the required fee, and pass a 25-question knowledge test.

Our South Dakota DMV permit practice tests can help you ace the official exam on your first attempt. Build confidence and strengthen your knowledge through repetition. This intuitive tool is available 24/7 and can be accessed from any device that supports a browser and has an active internet connection. Do not get discouraged when you make a mistake. It is common to fail on your first few attempts as a beginner, so we recommend ignoring your score and focusing on enhancing your knowledge of driving. To help you identify and learn from mistakes, we provide a detailed explanation of the correct answer for every question you get wrong. Note this explanation down in a notebook or notebook app and revisit the material during future training sessions.

South Dakota DMV Written Permit Test Questions & Answers (Test #5) 2026
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Original questions by our team Based on 2026 SD Driver Handbook
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