South Dakota official manual
South Dakota Driver License Manual for permit-test study
South Dakota DPS publishes the Driver License Manual in English and Spanish and uses it as the core study source for the knowledge exam.
- 80%knowledge-test passing score
- Official DPSstudy source
- English + Spanishmanual versions
Study the current Driver License Manual
The knowledge exam covers rules of the road and safe-driving practices from the state's official material.
English and Spanish manuals are available
South Dakota publishes both versions on its Driver Licensing site.
Study before making a testing visit
Testing requires the applicable document, vision and appointment steps, so prepare the full transaction rather than only the written exam.
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Official sources
- South Dakota DPS — Teen Drivers
- South Dakota DPS — Driving Tests
- South Dakota DPS — Driving Manuals
- South Dakota DPS — Required Documents
- South Dakota DPS — Driver Licensing
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