District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. What causes most rear-end accidents? Looking in your rearview mirror too often. Following other vehicles too closely. Failing to pay attention. Weaving in and out of traffic.

2. Which of the following statements is true about motorcycles It is okay for drivers of other vehicles to follow motorcycles closely, because then they are easier to see. Drivers of other vehicles can expect a motorcycle's brake lights to come on when the cyclist slows down. A driver of a passenger vehicle must change lanes completely when passing a motorcycle. A motorcycle with two people on it is more balanced than one with just one rider.

3. Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol Decreases blood alcohol content. Cancels the effect of the alcohol. Has no effect on blood alcohol content Increases blood alcohol content.

4. When is it safe to pass another vehicle? When driving through an intersection and there are no oncoming vehicles. Whenever signs and/or roadway markings permit passing other vehicles. When entering a curve and there are no oncoming vehicles.

5. 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.

6. You are involved in an accident. you should: Stop immediately. Help the injured. Call the police All of the above.

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

8. If there are double solid yellow lines in the center of the roadway, you: May cross the lines to turn left into a private driveway. Are on a two-lane one-way street. Should treat the lines as a solid wall and not cross for any reason. May cross the lines to pass slower traffic.

9. When sharing the road with a trolley or light rail vehicle: Remember they are loud and move slowly like freight trains. Always pass a light rail vehicle or trolley slowly on the right. Never turn in front of an approaching trolley or light rail vehicle. Always honk your horn to greet the driver.

10. What should you do if your vehicle's right wheels leave the pavement? Take your foot off the gas and when you are slowed down, ease back on the road when it is safe to do so. Stop quickly. Pull all the way off and wait until it is safe to get back on the road. Accelerate and steer back on the road quickly.

11. When completing an emergency roadside stop, it is not necessary to put on your parking brake. False. True.

12. When should you switch on your high-beam headlights? When you drive in construction areas. Where there may be people along the side of the road. When you drive on unfamiliar roads. In all of the above situations.

13. What should you do if there is a vehicle approaching you in your lane? All of the answers listed. Honk your horn. Pull your vehicle to the right Slow down. Flash your headlights at them.

14. What is the wrong thing to do if your car is hydroplaning? Don't try to accelerate until you have regained control. Let your car slow down until you regain control. Firmly grasp the steering wheel Take your foot off the gas pedal. Press down on the gas pedal to power through the problem.

15. If you are unable to see the road ahead while driving through heavy rain or fog, and your wipers do not help, you should: Turn on your high-beams and continue driving. Pull off the road completely until visibility improves. Slow down and continue driving. Slow down, turn your emergency lights on and continue driving.

16. If you are 18 years old or younger, with a full license with conditions under the grad program, what is the latest time you can drive on a weekend? 0.88 0.92 0.96 0.96 1.00

17. What should you do if an oncoming car at night approaches with its high-beams on? Flash your high-beams quickly at the other driver. Look to the right lane or right edge of the road. Slow down and look straight ahead in your lane. Look to the left lane or left edge of the road.

18. District of columbia traffic law requires that ____ wear seat belts in passenger cars, trucks, tractors, multi-purpose vehicles, or passenger buses. All rear-seat passengers. All front-seat passengers. All drivers. All of the above.

19. When changing lanes you should not Check for other drivers who may be moving into the same lane as you. Give a turn signal to signal your intentions. Use your cell phone to contact the police to determine if the road ahead is clear. Check your side and rear view mirrors.

20. 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.

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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.