District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. When driving in rain, you must Use parking lights. Use no lights. Use high beam headlights. Use low beam headlights.

2. You are on a highway with two traffic lanes in your direction and you see a vehicle stopped on the right shoulder of the road ahead with its hazard lights on. you should: Change lanes to the left and speed up. Slow down and pass very carefully. Stop your vehicle until you can see what happened. Stop your vehicle and call emergency services.

3. Which of the following is the correct hand signal for a left turn? The right hand pointing down. The left hand pointing up. Both hands pointing down. The left hand pointing straight out.

4. If you are continually being passed on the right and the left while driving in the center lane of an expressway, you should: Move to the lane on your left. Move to the lane on your right. Stay in the center lane.

5. What are multiple signals used for? None of the answers listed. The signals permit drivers to make left turns with a green light. Notifying drivers to reduce their speed Warnings of heavy traffic. To alert drivers to slow down.

6. 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.

7. Motorists are not required to yield to pedestrians when they walk against the traffic light. True. False.

8. When approaching someone using a white cane or guide dog, you should: Carefully drive around them. Honk your horn as you proceed past them. Stop until the person is well away from the roadway or path of travel

9. What is the basic speed law? Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. Never drive faster than the posted speed limits. Keep up with the flow of traffic. All of the above.

10. Should you acquire 8 points or more against your permit, your driving privileges will be suspended for ____ days. 10 30 45 90

11. If your vehicle breaks down, you should: Pull off of the road as far as possible, while still visible. Turn on 4-way flashers and open your hood (if not wet out). Place emergency flares/signs 100 feet around your vehicle. All of the above.

12. Which of the following does not happen after drinking You calm down so you can concentrate. Your reflexes and reaction time slow down. Your judgement of speed and distance is distorted You are less alert.

13. 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.

14. Which of the following is true about driving through a curve? Maintain constant speed through the whole curve. Stay near the right of your lane. Speed up as you enter, slow down as you exit Slow as you enter, speed up as you exit.

15. At dawn or dusk, and in rain, fog or snow, it can be hard to see other drivers and be seen by them. a good way to let other drivers know you are present is to: Use your horn every once in a while. Turn on your parking lights. Turn on your high beam headlights. Turn on your low beam headlights.

16. Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if: The sides of the truck bed are at least 18 inches high. They are properly secured. The tailgate of the truck is closed. The driver has at least 3 years of driving experience.

17. 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.

18. When a red light flashes at a railroad crossing, you must: Stop only if you see a train coming. Stop 10 ft behind the signal. Stop and then proceed when safe. Slow down before crossing.

19. What is something that you should do if you want to manage distractions safely? Eat your meal behind the wheel to save time. Look in the mirror while driving to be sure you look good before you get there. Try and find a good radio station while driving on the highway Plan your driving route before you start driving. Have an important conversation on the phone in city traffic.

20. A pedestrian starts to cross in front of your vehicle. you should: Speed up and pass in front of the pedestrian. Slow down. Stop and let the pedestrian cross Honk your horn.

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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.