District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. You should increase the distance between your car and the vehicle ahead when you: Follow small passenger car. Are crowded by a tailgater. Drive slower than the posted speed limit. All of the above.

2. When should you switch on your high-beam headlights? When you drive in construction areas. Where there may be people along the side of the road. When you drive on unfamiliar roads. In all of the above situations.

3. Which is not a factor in determining the distance that it takes to stop your vehicle Braking distance. Steering ability. Perception time. Reaction distance.

4. A no parking sign at a certain location means You may never stop your vehicle there. You may stop temporarily to load or unload passengers. You may park there if the driver remains in the vehicle You may leave your vehicle unattended for less than 5 minutes.

5. If you move, how long do you have to notify the dmv of your change of address? 1 day. 14 days. There is no specified time period-- you can notify the dmv at any time 5 days. 30 days.

6. If you become drowsy while driving, you should: Take some 'stay-awake' drugs. Take a break. Try to fight it.

7. 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.

8. When you look ahead while driving, it is best to: Look beyond the car ahead of you. Look only at the back of the car ahead of you. Focus on the right side of your lane. Focus on the left side of your lane.

9. If your brakes are wet, how frequently should you test them? After one mile. Every 100 ft. Every 25 ft. Every 500 ft. Every 200 ft.

10. If you find yourself in a skid Stay off the brakes. Brake abruptly. Brake lightly.

11. A red arrow on a traffic light means that You must stop, and wait until a green light or arrow is displayed. You must stop and then proceed when the way is clear. You must proceed slowly through the intersection. You may turn in the direction the red arrow is pointing.

12. 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.

13. If your car's suspension is bad, it can cause: Squealing brakes. Play in the steering. Vehicle control problems.

14. ____ on your side of the road indicates a no-passing zone. A broken white line. A broken yellow line. A solid yellow line. None of the above.

15. If your wheels drop off the pavement onto the shoulder of the road you should Maintain speed and turn sharply onto the pavement. Stop your car on the side of the road. Brake hard and turn back quickly onto the pavement. Slow down and turn back onto the pavement very carefully.

16. When is it illegal to drive below the speed limit? Only in rural areas. When driving slowly due to adverse weather conditions. When driving slowly disrupts the normal flow of traffic. Only within city limits.

17. What speed, in miles per hour, is the max unless posted in a dc alleyway? 10 25 15 5

18. Allow a larger space cushion when stopping: At a stop sign. At an intersection. At a toll plaza. On an up-hill.

19. What is the first thing you should do when backing out of a driveway? Check your side view mirrors. Honk your horn to note that you are backing up. Turn on your emergency flashers Put your car into reverse. Look behind your car.

20. A person is guilty of what when he drives with a willful disregard for people or property? The crime of passion. The crime of reckless driving. The crime of speeding The crime of vehicular man.

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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.