District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following will help you avoid getting rear-ended? Signaling at least 100 feet before turning. Decreasing your following distance. Quickly pumping your brakes just before turning. Driving slower than other traffic.

2. Which of these statements is true about road construction zones You are responsible for the safety of the road workers. Slow down only if you think workers are present. Fines are the same for violations committed in construction zones. None of the above.

3. Which of these statements is not true about road workers? Road working equipment is painted orange. Fines are doubled for some violations committed in construction zones. White signs tell you of closed lanes and roadwork ahead. All of the above.

4. You are on a highway with two traffic lanes in your direction and you see a vehicle stopped on the right shoulder of the road ahead with its hazard lights on. you should: Change lanes to the left and speed up. Slow down and pass very carefully. Stop your vehicle until you can see what happened. Stop your vehicle and call emergency services.

5. After you have passed a car you should return to the right lane when you See the front bumper of the other car in your mirror. Have put your turn signal on. Have turned your headlights on See the other car's headlights come on.

6. Drivers must yield to pedestrians Only when the pedestrian is in a crosswalk. Even when the pedestrian crosses the street carelessly. Only if the pedestrian is on the same side of the road as the driver. If the pedestrian uses a hand signal to the driver asking him to stop.

7. If you are upset or angry, you should ____. Take a break to calm down before driving, or let someone else drive. driving while emotional is dangerous. Drive if you feel a need to. emotions like anger will make you a more assertive and effective driver. Take a break to calm down before driving. driving while emotional is dangerous None of the listed answers.

8. Before stopping your vehicle on the roadway: Set the parking brake. Check mirrors for traffic. Place your foot on the accelerator.

9. Before driving into an intersection after a stop, you should look: Straight ahead and to the left. Left and right only. Left, right and ahead. Straight ahead and to the right.

10. You are required to wear your seat belt in a moving vehicle: Unless the vehicle has airbags. Unless you are in the back of a pickup. At all times. Only if you are on a highway.

11. Yellow pavement markings on the road indicate A no-passing zone. The right edge of the roadway. The left edge of the roadway A stop line.

12. What should you do if your accelerator sticks while you are driving? Concentrate on steering and seeing the road. Pump the accelerator and try to clear any obstruction. Shift to neutral, brake and stop off of the road, turn on flashers. All of the above.

13. What is a safety zone? An empty space next to the freeway dividers. A space set aside for pedestrians. The median strip on a divided highway. A space around your vehicle that allows you to react to driving hazards.

14. You may drive in a bike lane: During rush hour traffic if bicycles are not present. No more than 200 feet before making right turn. Whenever bicycles are not present. Any time.

15. If you are going to stop or slow down where other drivers might not expect it, you should ____ to let those behind you know your intentions. Quickly change lanes. Switch on your emergency lights. Blow your horn. Quickly tap your brake pedal 3 or 4 times.

16. Which of the following does not happen after drinking You calm down so you can concentrate. Your reflexes and reaction time slow down. Your judgement of speed and distance is distorted You are less alert.

17. Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol Decreases blood alcohol content. Cancels the effect of the alcohol. Has no effect on blood alcohol content Increases blood alcohol content.

18. Which of the following must you obey over the other three A steady red light. A policeman. A flashing red light A stop sign.

19. When stopped at railroad tracks with no crossing gates, you may cross: As soon as the train has passed your roadway. Only when the train is completely out of sight. Only when you can see clearly in both directions. Only if it is not raining.

20. What does this warning sign mean?

A parking area for trucks ahead. A dip ahead. Only trucks allowed. A steep hill ahead.

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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.