District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. If you become angry or upset, you should: Control your emotions while driving. Park the car and cool down before driving on. Speed up so you can reach your final destination faster. Choose any of the above options.

2. 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.

3. What types of messages can be displayed on changeable message signs? All of the listed options are correct. Emergency situations. None of the listed options are correct Road conditions. Traffic problems.

4. You may drink alcoholic beverages in a vehicle on a public highway: It is against the law to drink alcoholic beverages on a public highway. Only if you ride in the back seat. Only if you ride in the back of a pick-up truck As long as you don't drive.

5. Which of the following is a not good well to save energy? Accelerate smoothly and gradually. Avoid hard braking. Drive alone when possible Avoid unnecessary driving.

6. Streets and highways are most slippery: When it has been raining hard for several hours. Just after it starts to rain. When they are clean and dry

7. What causes most rear-end accidents? Looking in your rearview mirror too often. Following other vehicles too closely. Failing to pay attention. Weaving in and out of traffic.

8. When you follow vehicles too closely and another driver suddenly cuts in front of you, what should you do? Swerve into the lane next to you. Slam on your brakes. Drive onto the shoulder of the road. Take your foot off the gas pedal.

9. Due to risks posed by air bags, who should ride in the back seat of the car only? Any child under 12, including infants. Only infants. All of the listed answers are correct Anyone with a disability. The elderly.

10. This sign is

A speed limit sign on a highway. A speed limit sign on a hill. A speed limit sign at a roundabout An interstate route marker.

11. If you are stopped by a police officer, you should: Unbuckle your seat belt and lower your window. Stay in your vehicle with your hands on the steering wheel, and wait for the officer to approach you. Get your paperwork ready before the officer reaches your car. Get out of your car and walk toward the patrol car.

12. If you rear-ended a car, you were probably: Looking in your rearview mirror too often. Weaving in and out of traffic. Following too closely. Driving too slow.

13. When can you proceed through an intersection with a stop sign, but no stop line or crosswalk? After slowing down to ensure there is no cross-traffic. After slowing down to at least 5 miles per hour before proceeding. After you have stopped at least 20 feet prior to the intersection. After coming to a complete stop and ensuring it is safe to proceed.

14. You want to turn left at an intersection. the light is green but oncoming traffic is heavy. you should Use the next intersection. Wait at the crosswalk for traffic to clear. Wait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear. Take the right-of-way since you have the light.

15. If you experience slipping, skidding or hydroplaning while driving, you should: Slowly ease the gas pedal. Do not turn or stop quickly, turn slowly and only as needed. Gently pump disc brakes or use abs brakes as directed. All of the above.

16. If you are repeatedly convicted of a traffic violation: The dmv may consider an action against your driving privileges. You may request a hearing. Both of the above may happen.

17. Which of these vehicles must stop before crossing railroad tracks? Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards. Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a trailer. Sport utility vehicles carrying 4 or more persons. Vans and buses.

18. Which of the following influence the effects of alcohol The amount of food in the stomach. The body weight of an individual. How much time passes between drinks All 3 choices.

19. Which of the following should you do as you prepare to make a turn? Decide at the last minute. Signal at the last possible second. Slow to a reasonable turning speed Stop your car completely.

20. As you enter into the roundabout you should slow down Yield to any car coming from your left in the roundabout. Both. Yield to pedestrians and bicyclist crossing before entering the roundabout.

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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.