South Carolina Driver's Permit Practice Exam

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Study for the South Carolina Driver's Permit Test. Prepare with competitive quizzes and multiple choice questions. Understand key concepts to ensure a passing score. Get ready to hit the road!

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Anyone can be arrested for driving with a BAC that is ________ percent or higher.

.05%
.08%
.10%
.12%

The correct answer is: .08%

Driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 percent or higher is the legal threshold at which a person can be arrested for driving under the influence in most states, including South Carolina. This standard is based on extensive research demonstrating that at this level, a person’s ability to operate a vehicle safely is significantly impaired. The law holds that individuals with a BAC at or above this level are presumed to be too impaired to drive safely, regardless of whether or not they exhibit outward signs of impairment. This threshold helps promote road safety and deter individuals from consuming alcohol and driving, contributing to lower incidences of alcohol-related accidents. Other BAC levels, such as .05 percent, .10 percent, and .12 percent, do not represent the legal limit for most drivers in South Carolina. While lower BAC levels can still lead to impairment and potential charges under certain circumstances, it is the .08 percent mark that serves as the standard for determining intoxication in the context of driving.