District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. If your rear wheels start to skid, you must Turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid. Turn the steering wheel toward the right. Turn the steering wheel toward the left Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the skid.

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

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

3. When waiting to make a left turn, you should give the right-of-way to vehicles coming from the opposite direction: Until at least two vehicles have passed. Until dangerously close cars have passed. Until all of the cars have passed. Until your traffic signal starts changing to red, then you have to make a turn even if there are vehicles in the intersection.

4. You need to use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a white cane because: He or she is deaf. He or she has a walking problem. He or she has a mental disability. He or she is blind.

5. When should you have your headlights on? You should turn your headlights on any time it is between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise or during the day if you can't clearly see at least 500 feet down the road. You should turn your headlights on any time it is between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise. You should turn your headlights on at night You should turn your headlights on during the day if you can't clearly see at least 500 feet down the road. You should turn your headlights on any time it is between sunset and sunrise.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. What does this sign indicate?

A right turn ahead. A median ahead. A roundabout ahead. A right curve ahead.

9. If you choose to drive in the district of columbia, you assume the responsibility and agree to obey ____. All of the listed answers. Lane markings. Traffic signals Orders from police officers. Road signs.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. You inadvertently drive your vehicle into the side of an unattended parked vehicle and you cannot locate the vehicle's owner. you as a driver: Must stay until the police arrive. Must leave a written notice containing your name and address and circumstances of the accident. May go on your way Have done as much as you can.

14. When driving at night you should Look directly at the headlights on the oncoming vehicle. Always use your high beams. Increase your following distance.

15. 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.

16. As a holder of learner permit which of the following are you allowed to do? Drive a commercial vehicle. Drive by yourself. Drive only during certain hours. Use a cellular phone.

17. Alcohol in any concentration is: A stimulant. A depressant. Neither of the above.

18. When backing out of an angled parking space, you should always move slowly and: Look at your rearview mirror. Look over your right shoulder. Have someone outside of the vehicle direct you.

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

20. Seatbelts are not effective: When traveling faster than 40 mph. At slow speeds. In the city. Seat belts are always effective.

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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.