Free SC Jurisprudence Examination Practice Questions

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1. 1An unlicensed individual places the title "D.D.S." after their name while offering oral-health services in South Carolina. How does the Dental Practice Act classify this conduct?

   1. A. As practicing dentistry
   2. B. As dental technological work only
   3. C. As dental hygiene only
   4. D. As an exempt educational activity

   Answer: A

   Explanation: Section 40-15-70(1) treats a person as practicing dentistry when the person uses "D.D.S." or similar titles in connection with a name in a way that represents engagement in dentistry.

   Reference: Code of Laws - Title 40 - Chapter 15- - PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS — Section 40-15-70(1)

2. 2A new graduate applies to be examined for a South Carolina license to practice dentistry. What minimum age must the applicant have reached?

   1. A. 18 years
   2. B. 19 years
   3. C. 21 years
   4. D. 25 years

   Answer: C

   Explanation: § 39-1(B)(1) requires an applicant to "Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age." The graduate must therefore be at least 21.

   Reference: Sc Regulations Ch 39 — § 39-1(B)(1)

3. 3A person accepts payment to diagnose a lesion of a patient's oral cavity in South Carolina. Which regulated activity is the person performing?

   1. A. Dental technological work
   2. B. The practice of dentistry
   3. C. An exempt laboratory consultation
   4. D. A nonclinical administrative service

   Answer: B

   Explanation: Section 40-15-70(2)(b) includes within dental practice a person who, for consideration, "shall diagnose or treat ... any diseases or lesions or conditions of the oral cavity."

   Reference: Code of Laws - Title 40 - Chapter 15- - PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS — Section 40-15-70(2)(b)

4. 4An applicant is scheduling the South Carolina dentistry examination. Under the Board regulation, when must the completed application be filed?

   1. A. At least 15 days before the examination
   2. B. At least 30 days before the examination
   3. C. At least 45 days before the examination
   4. D. At least 60 days before the examination

   Answer: C

   Explanation: § 39-1(B)(4) says the applicant must complete the application "at least forty-five (45) days prior to the date of the examination."

   Reference: Sc Regulations Ch 39 — § 39-1(B)(4)

5. 5For one day of unlicensed dental practice in South Carolina, what is the maximum fine authorized by Section 40-15-120?

   1. A. $100
   2. B. $500
   3. C. $1,000
   4. D. $10,000

   Answer: C

   Explanation: Section 40-15-120(B) makes the violation a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of "not more than one thousand dollars" and states, "Each day a violation occurs constitutes a separate offense."

   Reference: Code of Laws - Title 40 - Chapter 15- - PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS — Section 40-15-120(B)

6. 6Before an applicant may qualify for South Carolina general dentistry licensure by examination, which examination must already have been passed?

   1. A. The National Board examination administered through the JCNDE
   2. B. A dental specialty board examination
   3. C. A dental laboratory technician examination
   4. D. A hospital credentialing examination

   Answer: A

   Explanation: § 39-4 states that applicants for the general dentistry examination "must have passed the National Board (Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations)."

   Reference: Sc Regulations Ch 39 — § 39-4

7. 7A general dentist wants to advertise to the public as a specialist in a recognized dental specialty. What must the dentist obtain first in South Carolina?

   1. A. A special license from the Board
   2. B. A laboratory registration
   3. C. A mobile-facility registration
   4. D. A written authorization from each patient

   Answer: A

   Explanation: Section 40-15-220 says, "A special license shall be required" for a dentist to hold out as limiting practice to or being a specialist in a recognized special area.

   Reference: Code of Laws - Title 40 - Chapter 15- - PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS — Section 40-15-220

8. 8A South Carolina dentistry applicant fails an examination for the first time. What reexamination privilege does § 39-4.1 provide without special Board permission?

   1. A. Only one additional attempt
   2. B. A second or third examination upon payment of the regular fee
   3. C. Unlimited attempts during the same year
   4. D. One additional attempt without a fee

   Answer: B

   Explanation: § 39-4.1(A) provides "the privilege of a second or third examination with the payment of the regular fee."

   Reference: Sc Regulations Ch 39 — § 39-4.1(A)

9. 9Before applying for a South Carolina dental specialty license, which existing credential must the applicant hold?

   1. A. A South Carolina license to practice dentistry
   2. B. A South Carolina dental technician registration
   3. C. A sedation permit
   4. D. A mobile dental facility registration

   Answer: A

   Explanation: Section 40-15-230 provides, "Before an applicant can be licensed to practice a specialty, he must first have been licensed to practice dentistry in the State."

   Reference: Code of Laws - Title 40 - Chapter 15- - PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS — Section 40-15-230

10. 10An applicant has not met the Board's passing criteria after three examination attempts. What must occur before a later score can be considered?

    1. A. The applicant must obtain special permission from the Board
    2. B. The applicant must wait exactly six months
    3. C. The applicant must transfer the application to another state
    4. D. The applicant must obtain approval from the testing center

    Answer: A

    Explanation: § 39-4.1(B) says the applicant may not retake the examination and a later score is not considered "except by special permission of the Board."

    Reference: Sc Regulations Ch 39 — § 39-4.1(B)