District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. A driver does not need to allow as much distance when following a motorcycle as when following a car. True. False.

2. If you miss your turn at an intersection, you must ____ and work your way back to where you want to go. Slow down. Make a u-turn. Continue to the next intersection. Stop.

3. What does this pentagonal (five-sided) sign indicate?

A school zone ahead. A pedestrian crossing ahead. A library ahead. A play area ahead.

4. 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.

5. If the vehicle is equipped with air bags: Seat belts do not need to be worn. Seat belts should still be worn. Seat belts should be worn behind the back.

6. A steady yellow light at an intersection means: Yield to other cars. Slow down and prepare to stop. Stop. Go.

7. What is the purpose of a steady yellow signal at a traffic light? To alert drivers so they can accelerate through the intersection before the light turns red, keeping the flow of traffic smooth. To clear traffic from the intersection and allow traffic to stop safely before turning red. To indicate that the light is changing from red to green To signal to pedestrians that they can step off the curb and prepare to cross.

8. If there is a solid double yellow line in the center of the roadway, you: May turn left into a private driveway. Are on a one-way street. Are in a center left turn lane. May cross it to overtake slow moving vehicles.

9. Which of these is a good way to spot driving hazards? Focus on the vehicle ahead. Focus on your inside mirrors. Scan ahead of your vehicle. Always use your high-beam headlights.

10. You are approaching an intersection with a traffic signal and the light changes from green to yellow. you should: Stop before entering the intersection unless you are too close to stop safely. Speed up to get through the intersection before the red light comes on. Stop immediately Consider it the same as a caution sign and continue through the intersection.

11. Stress can affect your driving by: Causing you to go to sleep at the wheel. Making you more aware of others around you. Lessening your concentration on the driving task. Decreasing your chances of an accident.

12. When is it ok to drive faster than the posted speed limit? Never. If you don't see any other traffic in your lane. As long as it takes to safely pass another vehicle.

13. You are driving on a 4-lane divided highway, two vehicles are driving side by side ahead of you, and you are in a hurry. you should: Drive closely behind the vehicle in the right lane. Drive in either lane with at least a two-second time interval behind the vehicle ahead. Drive closely behind the vehicle in the left lane and flash your headlights Drive closely behind the vehicles ahead changing lanes frequently.

14. A vehicle's tires riding on a layer of water on the road is known as Weaving. Highway hypnosis. Tailgating Hydroplaning.

15. The effect that alcohol has on your reflexes and judgment: Depends on the amount of alcohol in your blood stream. Is less if you were only drinking beer. Is greater if you were drinking whiskey or hard liquor Is less if you were only drinking wine.

16. Worn or bald tires Can cause hydroplaning. Can increase your stopping distance. All of the above. Can make turning more difficult.

17. You may not pass another car on either side of a ____ centerline. Combination solid and broken yellow. Single broken yellow. Double solid yellow. Single broken white.

18. 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.

19. What effect might alcohol and another drug have when combined in your blood Increase the effects of both. Have no effect on driving ability. Reduce the effects of the drug or medicine Reduce the effects of the alcohol.

20. When turning or changing lanes you must: Signal only when driving in traffic at night. Signal only if there is traffic. Always signal your intentions even when there is no traffic visible Signal only when driving 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.