District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. 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.

2. If you are driving so slowly that traffic is backing up behind you You must speed up. You should use your 4-way flashers. You should never let following cars go by. You must pull over to the right side of the road, when it is safe to do so.

3. If approaching a railroad crossing that does not have any warning system, what should you do? Do not cross the railroad crossing, no matter what. find another way around. it is illegal for a motor vehicle to cross a railroad crossing: they are for maintenance workers. Slow down as you approach, watch and listen for any hint of an oncoming train. if there is one, stop before the tracks. None of the listed answers Proceed normally as if it were any other roadway assuming there is no train in sight.

4. What should you do when entering a curve? Slow down, especially if in wet weather or ice and snow. Accelerate as you enter the curve. Maintain your current speed None of the listed answers.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. You borrow your friend's vehicle. you have never driven it before. you should: Don't show your friend that you are unfamiliar with his vehicle. Take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the operation and location of all the vehicle's equipment. Drive away, all vehicles are similar. Disregard any obvious defects so as not to embarrass your friend.

8. When you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming, you should: Stop immediately and let the vehicle pass. Drive as far toward the right side of the road as it is safe and stop. Keep moving slowly, staying to the right side of the road Proceed slowly and permit the vehicle to pass.

9. If you experience a tire blowout Slow down gradually and use brakes lightly. Tap or pump the brakes. Apply the brakes firmly.

10. Which of the following is not a safe action for passing Look in your rearview mirrors and over your left shoulder before pulling out to pass. Leave less than 4 feet of space between your vehicle and any vehicle you are passing. Signal left to let other drivers know that you will be pulling out. Go far enough pas a bicycle you are passing so that you are able to see the bicyclist in your inside rearview mirror.

11. What is the purpose of a rumble strip? To alert drivers to dangerous intersections or mark the edge of the road. To mark an upcoming exit. To slow the car down if its brakes fail To clean dirt and debris from tires.

12. At what place should you not reduce speed? Reduce speed at crests of hills. Reduce speed at near where children are playing. Reduce speed at freeway merge ramps Reduce speed when driving conditions are poor. Reduce speed at railroad grade crossings.

13. When may you make a left hand turn on red? When you have stopped, and checked for pedestrians and traffic. When it isn't posted no left on red. When you are in the crosswalk when the light turns You may never make a left on red.

14. What is the best advice for driving when heavy fog, dust or precipitation occurs? Try not to drive until conditions improve. Do not drive too slowly because other drivers may hit you. Alternate your low and high-beams to improve your vision.

15. 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.

16. If five or more vehicles are following you on a narrow two-lane road, you should: Continue driving because you have the right of way. Pull off the road when it is safe and let them pass. Move to the right side of your lane and drive slowly. Turn your emergency indicators on.

17. If your vehicle has a steering wheel lock, should you ever turn off the ignition while it is moving? No, the steering wheel may lock and you can lose control of your vehicle. Yes, turning off the ignition will not affect the steering control. No, unless you want to coast downhill. Yes, but be prepared to skid if you step on the brakes too hard.

18. Motorcycles, scooters, and mopeds are not easy to see-- therefore, you should: Make constant visual checks. Share a lane with motorcycles. Slow down when driving.

19. When there is not enough room for a u-turn, you should consider making A five-point turn. A three-point turn. A two-point turn A 4-point turn.

20. Night driving can be more difficult because: You are more likely to encounter a motorcycle. It is more likely to be raining. Your vision is reduced. Cars overheat more at night.

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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.