District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following is true about vision screenings? If you need to wear glasses to pass the vision screening, your license will not show this restriction as long as you pass. It determines whether your eyesight and peripheral vision meets the safety standards established by the district of columbia to operate a vehicle. It is considered a medical exam None of the answers listed.

2. When leaving alleys or driveways: Stop before driving onto the sidewalk to sidewalk area. Stop only if pedestrians are on the sidewalk area. Drivers should increase speed to get into the flow of traffic safely

3. Since what year has the U.S. government mandated that vehicles be fitted with devices to increase safety and decrease emissions? 1950 1965 1990 There are no federal laws regarding safety and emission devices. 1970

4. When you are in a line of traffic that is crossing a railroad track that has no signals or gates: All of the above. You may pass slower drivers crossing the track. You need to make sure there is space to get all the way across the tracks without stopping, before you start to cross. You have the right of way and do not need to check for trains.

5. What is the minimum tread depth, in inches, needed on the front tires of a vehicle? 0.06 0.13 0.25 0.50

6. If you want to get off of a freeway, but you missed your exit, you should: Make a u-turn through the median. Go to the next exit, and get off of the freeway there. Pull onto the shoulder and back your car to the exit. Flag down a police officer for an escort back to your exit.

7. When parking on a hill or incline with a curb, facing uphill: Turn your front wheels sharply away from the curb. Keep your front wheels straight. Turn your front wheels slightly to the right. Turn your front wheels sharply toward the curb.

8. Which of the following is an unsafe distraction when driving? Leaving early to drive to a doctor's appointment. Controlling an emotion before putting the vehicle in gear. Asking a passenger to enter your mapping request into your gps. Texting a message on your cell phone.

9. Where should you stop your vehicle when there is no limit line? At the corner. At the crosswalk. Just past the corner. At least 15 feet to the corner.

10. If you are getting tired while driving, you should: Drink something with caffeine. Open a window. Stop an either get rest or change drivers.

11. Under the law, what consequences might you face if you attempt to obtain a fraudulent license, or knowingly possess the same? A punitive fine. A strongly worded warning. None of the listed answers You may face a fine or imprisonment. You may be imprisoned.

12. 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.

13. Which of the following should you do before every trip to ensure your safety? Adjust your mirrors. All of the listed answers are correct. Check your brake lights and turn signals Check the outside condition of your vehicle. Fasten your seat belt.

14. You must use the ____ rule to maintain an adequate distance between your vehicle and the one in front of you. Five-second. Two-second. 4-second. Three-second.

15. Don't follow other cars too closely because: You may not have time to stop if the vehicle in front of you slows or stops suddenly. You may not see the vehicle's turn signals. You may not see the road between the cars You may not see the other vehicle's brake lights.

16. While all of the following are dangerous to do while driving, which is also illegal? Reading a road map. Traveling slower than other traffic. Adjusting your outside mirrors. Listening to music through a set of dual headphones.

17. A vertical rectangular traffic sign usually

Warns you about the condition of the road. Gives you instructions and regulations to follow. Tells you to stop Tells you the route number.

18. Which of these is recommended for driving at night on a dimly lit street? Keep instrument lights bright to be more visible to other drivers. Briefly look at oncoming headlights so you will not be blinded. Drive slowly enough to stop within the area lit by your headlights. Always use high-beam headlights.

19. What distance, in feet, should you stop from a stopped school vehicle? 10 15 7 20 2

20. Seatbelts properly worn will: Prevent accidents. Reduce the risk of injury. Keep you from moving your body. Increase the risk of injury.

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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.