District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following is the color order of traffic signal from top to bottom? Green, yellow, red. Red, yellow, green. Yellow, green, red Yellow, red, green.

2. As fog can greatly reduce visibility of other vehicles, pedestrians and traffic signals, you should: Drive cautiously and reduce speed. All answers are correct. Use low headlight beams to better illuminate the road and objects Do not use your high headlight beams.

3. What is the minimum hours of night driving one must have to obtain a full driver's license? 10 2 4 5

4. Drivers are not required to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk. False. True.

5. When passing another vehicle, a driver should wait until the entire car the driver just passed is visible in the rearview mirror before turning back into the right-hand lane. True. False.

6. When you come to a flashing yellow light, you must: Slow down and cross carefully. Wait for the green light. Stop before crossing.

7. What is the wrong thing to do if your car is hydroplaning? Don't try to accelerate until you have regained control. Let your car slow down until you regain control. Firmly grasp the steering wheel Take your foot off the gas pedal. Press down on the gas pedal to power through the problem.

8. Preparing to smoke and smoking while driving: Are not distracting activities. Help maintain driver alertness. Are distracting activities. Do not affect driving abilities.

9. Rain, snow, and ice impair your ability to see ahead, so you must ____ to be able to stop your vehicle safely. Increase your following distance. Increase your speed. Increase the brightness of your headlights. Change lanes frequently.

10. It is illegal to enter an intersection when: You cannot cross without obstructing traffic on either side. The lane you want to enter is blocked. The light is yellow. The light is flashing yellow and you have not come to a complete stop first.

11. What is the proper way to apply the brakes during a skid in a vehicle with an anti-lock brake system? You should not brake at all, that will only make the skid worse. You should intermittently press and release the brake pedal until the skid ends. You should pump the brakes until the skid ends You should keep a steady pressure on the brake pedal during the skid. You should just tap the break pedal and release to let the anti-lock brake system engage.

12. You are allowed to pass another vehicle on the right When the vehicle ahead is making or about to make a right turn. When you are on a hill or curve. When you are entering a tunnel or a bridge When the vehicle ahead is making or about to make a left turn.

13. In a parking space reserved for people with disabilities, a non-disabled driver May park in an emergency. May not park, but stop in an emergency. May not park or stop, but may stand in an emergency May neither park, stop nor stand.

14. If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must: Change lanes and maintain your current speed. Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead. Slow down because the lane ends ahead. Speed up to avoid rubbernecking.

15. 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.

16. You must look for bicycle riders in the same lanes used by motor vehicles because they: Must ride facing oncoming traffic. Are entitled to share the road with you. Have the right-of-way.

17. Use your headlights on rainy, snowy, or foggy days: On the high-beam setting. So other drivers can see you. To warn others of bad conditions. Only in combination with emergency lights.

18. Car drivers should know that large trucks Can stop quicker than passenger vehicles. Have large blind spots or 'no zones'. All of the above. Do not need more room to maneuver.

19. Most serious accidents happen at what time of day? Morning. Afternoon. Twilight-darkness. Serious accidents happen at about the same rate throughout the day.

20. You have to yield to a pedestrian: Only if the traffic lights are in the pedestrian's favor. Only when the pedestrian is in the crosswalk. Always, even if the pedestrian is not obeying traffic controls.

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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.