District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. This sign warns you

Not to leave the pavement. To move onto the shoulder at reduced speed. To increase your following distance to 6 seconds. To move onto the shoulder at high speed.

2. You must show proof of insurance to law enforcement: If you are involved in an accident or stopped for a citation. Only if you are involved in an accident. Unless your vehicle has a net worth of less than $500. Only if are you are stopped for a citation.

3. Which of the following is not a wheel or rim issue? All of the other listed answers. Bent or cracked rims. Loose lug nuts Rust around wheel nuts.

4. You may cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle if the Yellow line next to your side of the road is broken. Vehicle in front of you moves to the right to let you pass. Yellow line next to the other side of the road is broken.

5. Which of the following is true - people driving under the influence of alcohol are Not a problem. Every driver's problem whether they drink or not. A police enforcement problem only Only a problem to those who drink.

6. If you are driving so slowly that traffic is backing up behind you You must speed up. You should use your 4-way flashers. You should never let following cars go by. You must pull over to the right side of the road, when it is safe to do so.

7. When do pedestrians not have the right of way to cross the street? All of the listed options are correct. When a traffic control officer is directing them to stop. When a traffic light is red None of the listed options are correct - pedestrians always have the right of way. When there is not a crosswalk.

8. Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a: Station wagon. Large tour bus. Passenger car. All of the above.

9. You are entering a crowded freeway. what should you do to locate a gap to merge into traffic? Use your side and rearview mirrors and check your blind spots. Use the acceleration lane to adjust your speed to the same speed as freeway traffic. Yield to traffic already on the freeway All of the above.

10. What is something that you should do if you want to manage distractions safely? Eat your meal behind the wheel to save time. Look in the mirror while driving to be sure you look good before you get there. Try and find a good radio station while driving on the highway Plan your driving route before you start driving. Have an important conversation on the phone in city traffic.

11. If you want to get off of a freeway, but you missed your exit, you should: Make a u-turn through the median. Go to the next exit, and get off of the freeway there. Pull onto the shoulder and back your car to the exit. Flag down a police officer for an escort back to your exit.

12. When driving in rain, you must Use parking lights. Use no lights. Use high beam headlights. Use low beam headlights.

13. Before turning right at an intersection, you should make sure that there is no traffic approaching From your right and no oncoming traffic turning left into your path. From your left and no oncoming traffic turning right into your path. From your left and no oncoming traffic turning left into your path From your right and no oncoming traffic turning right into your path.

14. Where should you start making a u-turn when driving on a divided street with multiple lanes in your direction? On the shoulder. In the left lane. In the median. Any of the above.

15. On some roads, lanes reserved as only bus are intended for Bicycles only. High-occupancy vehicles (hovs) only. Trucks only Buses only (with a few exceptions).

16. Lanes of traffic moving in the opposite direction are divided by ____ lines. White. Red. Black. Yellow.

17. Don't follow other cars too closely because: You may not have time to stop if the vehicle in front of you slows or stops suddenly. You may not see the vehicle's turn signals. You may not see the road between the cars You may not see the other vehicle's brake lights.

18. Which of the following substances can impair your ability to drive safely and may result in an arrest for driving under the influence of intoxicants (duii)? Alcohol, including beer, wine and other liquor. A controlled substance, such as illegal drugs or prescription medicines. An inhalant, such as glue or paint All of the above.

19. When driving near light rail vehicles, always Be careful turning across train tracks. All of these. Expect trains on any track at any time. Pay attention and obey all traffic signs.

20. A diamond-shaped sign is a: Road hazard sign. Interstate route sign. School crossing sign Speed limit sign.

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To operate a motorcycle in the District of Columbia (DC), you must have a motorcycle (M) endorsement on your driver's license. Licensing services are handled through the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). An M endorsement on your license allows you to operate motorcycles, motorbikes, mopeds, scooters, and three-wheeled motorcycles on public roads. You must be at least 18 to apply for an M endorsement.

To receive an M endorsement, you must hold a valid DC license, complete an application, pay the fees, and pass the motorcycle knowledge test. Additionally, you must either pass the motorcycle skills test or submit a certificate of completion from a motorcycle demonstration course. If you choose to take the course, you must visit the Brentwood Road Test facility to obtain your driver's license with an M endorsement. The tests are scheduled through a DMV service center. You can schedule the motorcycle skills test by phone or online.

The knowledge test contains 25 questions about motorcycle safety and driving practices that are covered in the DC Motorcycle Operator Manual. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. If you fail, you can retake the test after three days. The motorcycle skills test covers basic vehicle control and crash-avoidance skills. You should know your motorcycle well and how to operate it safely before taking this test.