District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. The extra space in front of a large truck is needed for: Other drivers when merging onto a freeway. The truck driver to stop the vehicle. Other drivers when they want to slow down

2. In general, you should pass vehicles going in the same direction as you are going On the right. On the left. Only if the other driver signals it is safe Whenever you have the opportunity to do so.

3. Which of the following is a dangerous thing to do in work zones? Tailgate another vehicle. Fail to carefully watch for workers and moving equipment. All of the above

4. What is dependent of a motorist in order for them to drive safely? Avoiding driving while under the influence of drugs. Be healthy and emotionally stable. Not under fatigue Having good vision. All of the answers listed.

5. What are the colors of the warning signs that indicate hazards ahead, such as curves in the road or narrow bridges? Black letters or symbols on a white background. Black letters or symbols on a yellow background. White letters or symbols on a blue background White letters or symbols on a green background.

6. How can a driver notify others of what they are going to do? All of the answers listed. By the position of the vehicle. Flashing your headlights Using the brake lights. Using hand signals and turn signals.

7. Motor vehicles should treat bicycles and pedestrians how? Motor vehicles should assume right of way and priority over pedestrians, but not bicycles. Motor vehicles should assume right of way and priority over bicycles and pedestrians. None of the listed answers Share the roadway equally and fairly with them.

8. When driving, you must have your headlights on From 120 minutes after sunset to 120 minutes before sunrise. From 60 minutes after sunset to 60 minutes before sunrise. From 180 minutes after sunset to 180 minutes before sunrise From 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise.

9. When parking your vehicle on a downhill grade, you should turn your front wheels Toward the curb or the edge of the road. Parallel to the curb. Away from the curb Toward the left.

10. A good rule to remember for passing is: Drive with the flow of traffic, passing only as needed. Pass on the right whenever possible. Try to get to the front of any line of slow moving traffic so that you can see better Always flash your lights and sound your horn to alert the other driver.

11. You come to an intersection with a flashing red light. you must: Stop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light. Stop at the intersection, then proceed as traffic allows. Slow down and drive carefully through the intersection Turn either right or left since the road is blocked ahead.

12. Which of the following is true regarding safety belts? They need to be worn only when driving at high speed. They keep you from being thrown clear to safety, which lowers your chances of surviving accidents. Most likely you will drown if your seatbelt is on when your car goes into a lake or river. They increase your chances of survival in most types of accidents.

13. 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).

14. When waiting to make a left turn, you should give the right-of-way to vehicles coming from the opposite direction: Until at least two vehicles have passed. Until dangerously close cars have passed. Until all of the cars have passed. Until your traffic signal starts changing to red, then you have to make a turn even if there are vehicles in the intersection.

15. To enter a gap in a highway traffic: Check behind, then watch the vehicle ahead. Watch only the vehicles behind the gap. Speed up and let vehicles make way.

16. When you are driving slowly in the freeway fast lane, blocking traffic which wishes to pass, you should: Change lanes to the right when it is safe to do so. Only change lanes when there are five or more vehicles behind you. Not change lanes when you are driving the speed limit. Turn your emergency lights on to signal other vehicles that they need to use another lane.

17. When you want to pass a large truck in the center of 3 lanes, it is best to pass: Quickly on the left and move ahead of it. Very slowly on the left and move ahead of it. Very quickly on the right and move ahead of it. Very slowly on the right and stay in your lane.

18. Individuals may park in the handicapped parking access aisles located directly beside handicapped parking stalls. True. False.

19. If under 21 years of age you are considered to be driving while under the influence if your blood alcohol level is: .05% or higher. .02% or higher. .08% or higher. .10% or higher.

20. Only vehicles displaying special plates or parking placards for persons with disabilities may park in spaces reserved for them by an official parking for persons with disabilities sign False. True.

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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.