District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. 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.

2. What should you do if your accelerator sticks while you are driving? Concentrate on steering and seeing the road. Pump the accelerator and try to clear any obstruction. Shift to neutral, brake and stop off of the road, turn on flashers. All of the above.

3. Which of the following describes the thinking of a defensive driver? Knows the other driver will do the right thing. Expects no breaks and gives none. Considers what other drivers might do and is prepared.

4. Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol content) The breathalyzer is a test of a person's bac. A chemical test for BAC is needed for an alcohol conviction. Bac levels are reduced by a person's physical fitness After drinking, coffee or a cold shower will lower your bac.

5. If you are parked parallel to the curb, you may get out of the car on the traffic side During the daytime when other drivers can see you. When the traffic light at the closest intersection turns red. When you won't interfere with oncoming vehicles If you use your 4-way flasher first.

6. Who has the right-of-way at an intersection with no crosswalks? Pedestrians, but only with the green walk signal. Vehicles, but they should slow down and be careful. Pedestrians always have the right-of-way. Motorcyclists always have the right-of-way.

7. In the district of columbia, it is legal to pass ____ on one-way roads, if there is room for more than one lane of traffic. On either the left or right. Only on the left. Only on the right. In none of the above ways.

8. During what situation is it permissible to stop on the shoulder of a highway? None of the listed answers. You can only park on the shoulder of a highway during a mechanical emergency. You can never park on the shoulder of a highway. it is illegal You can park on the shoulder of a highway whenever you feel like it.

9. 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.

10. 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

11. Which of the following is an effective way to prevent skids? All of the listed answers. Avoid abrupt changes in direction. Leave more time to travel if road conditions are bad Practice skid recovery in a safe place on private property. Slow down over a longer distance.

12. Most serious accidents happen at what time of day? Morning. Afternoon. Twilight-darkness. Serious accidents happen at about the same rate throughout the day.

13. You are entering a crowded freeway. what should you do to locate a gap to merge into traffic? Use your side and rearview mirrors and check your blind spots. Use the acceleration lane to adjust your speed to the same speed as freeway traffic. Yield to traffic already on the freeway All of the above.

14. In which of the following situations must you make a complete stop? At a solid read traffic light, when you are making a right turn. At a flashing red traffic light. You must stop in all of the listed situations At a stop sign. When moving from a driveway across a sidewalk.

15. What should you do when you have a flooded engine? Press down the gas pedal, and instantly release it. Do not attempt to start the car. Press the gas pedal to the floor and hold it down Turn the key in the ignition until the car stops. Pump the gas pedal.

16. Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction: Often have to use part of the left lane to complete the turn. Must stay in the right lane at all times. May complete their turn in either the right or the left lane. Always have the right-of-way.

17. You must yield the right-of-way at an intersection to: The car in the intersection. The car on your right. The car in the opposite lane of traffic. The car on your left.

18. If a pedestrian is crossing in the middle of the street, not at a crosswalk (also known as jaywalking) even if it is illegal, you: Do not have to stop for them. Must stop for them. Should honk your horn at them.

19. Drowsy drivers Are usually older drivers. Can stay awake by opening a window and turning up the radio. Should drink strong black coffee to stay awake. Can drive so poorly they may appear to be drunk.

20. To which side can one pass another vehicle? Either the left or right depending on the road. No passing is allowed. The right only The left only.

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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.