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1. Which of the following blocks the smooth flow of traffic? Slowing down to look at collision scene. Using public transportation instead of your vehicle. Avoiding unnecessary lane changes.

2. What should a driver do before approaching the exit? Do not approach the lane closest to exist until you meet a gap in traffic. Speed up to 55 mph. Get into the right hand lane Slow down to 25 mph. None of the answers listed.

3. When you are in a dedicated turn lane controlled by a green arrow, which of the following is true? All vehicles or pedestrians in the intersection must yield to you. All oncoming traffic is stopped by red lights. You may turn in the direction the arrow is pointing without checking traffic. All of the above.

4. A red arrow on a traffic light means: You cannot turn in that direction. You may turn in that direction after you come to a complete stop. You may turn in that direction.

5. Once you have decided, what should you do? Ignore all your previous experience. Nothing at all. Perform the action with all experience and skills Take your time to perform your action.

6. You are making a left turn from a two-way street into a one-way street. when you have completed the turn your car should be In the right lane of the street. In the center of the street. In the left lane of the street. In the lane with the least traffic.

7. When do emergency vehicles have the right of way? At all times. When giving a visual signal (lights). When giving an audible signal (siren) When giving an audible or visual signal. When giving an audible and visual signal.

8. What is the only medically proven method to remove alcohol or other drug combinations from your system? Time. Coffee. Fresh air

9. If you are approaching an intersection and see a steady yellow traffic signal, you must Continue at the same speed. Come to an immediate stop. Proceed with caution Increase your speed.

10. You want to go into a store to make a quick purchase. you should: Leave the car running and set the parking brake. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, but set the parking brake only if on a slope. Leave the car running if you do not plan on being absent for longer than five minutes.

11. To turn right onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start in the right lane and end in: The left lane. The lane closest to the curb. Any lane that is available. All of the above.

12. Where is the best place for a pedestrian to cross the street? At a traffic light, even if a crosswalk is not marked. Anywhere - vehicles must always yield the right of way to pedestrians. As long as traffic is not approaching None of the listed answers are correct. Only in a marked crosswalk.

13. What is the difference between negligent driving and reckless driving? Negligent driving does not require that the driver willfully disregards safety, while reckless driving does. Negligent driving only involves endangering property, not people. Negligent driving is the same charge as reckless driving, but applied only to minors Nothing, negligent driving and reckless driving are the same thing. Negligent driving relates to the conditions of your vehicle, while reckless driving relates to your actions.

14. What is the approximate length of time it takes from the perception of danger to when you start braking? September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017

15. A good safety rule, when you are sure you have a legal right-of-way, is: Always take it. Never insist on it. Always let the other driver have it.

16. When passing another car, you have enough room to return to the driving lane: When the driver you just passed signals you over. When you can see both headlights in the rearview mirror. When you look over your shoulder and see the car is behind you.

17. What should a motorist who struck a domestic animal do? Call the police department relevant to the jurisdiction in the area where the accident occurred. Do not stop and continue driving. None of the answers listed Pull over and remove the animal from traffic. Take the animal to the local animal shelter.

18. You are coming to an intersection and have a green light. pedestrians are crossing against the red. you should: Speed up and pass in front of the pedestrians. Stop to let the pedestrians cross safely. Drive close and frighten the pedestrians so they'll think twice before crossing against a red light Honk your horn.

19. Which of these is true about other drivers? Drivers always obey traffic signs and signals. Drivers using turn signals always turn in the direction indicated. Never assume other drivers will give you the right-of-way. Drivers operating larger vehicles are safer drivers.

20. You may not cross a single broken white (or yellow) line When to do so would interfere with traffic. When turning left into a driveway. When the car in front is disabled. When passing to the right on a one-way street.

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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.