District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. You are coming to an intersection with a yellow flashing light. you should: Stop and wait for the light to change. Make a u-turn-- the intersection is closed. Prepare to stop-- the light is about to turn red Drive carefully through the intersection.

2. You should use a turn-out lane when: You want to make a u-turn. Faster drivers want to pass you. You want to pass another driver. You want to park your vehicle on the road.

3. What should you do when entering a curve? Slow down, especially if in wet weather or ice and snow. Accelerate as you enter the curve. Maintain your current speed None of the listed answers.

4. When can you proceed through an intersection with a stop sign, but no stop line or crosswalk? After slowing down to ensure there is no cross-traffic. After slowing down to at least 5 miles per hour before proceeding. After you have stopped at least 20 feet prior to the intersection. After coming to a complete stop and ensuring it is safe to proceed.

5. Only ____ can reduce the alcohol level and the effects from the body. Eating foods high in fat. Time. Drinking caffeine.

6. You may turn right on red if you: Stop first and check for traffic and pedestrians. Have a right turn red arrow. Are in the left lane. Slow down first.

7. The 'three-second rule' applies to the space ____ of your vehicle. To the sides. Ahead. In back. All around.

8. When may you make a left hand turn on red? When you have stopped, and checked for pedestrians and traffic. When it isn't posted no left on red. When you are in the crosswalk when the light turns You may never make a left on red.

9. Because many crashes happen when a vehicle is turning left, drivers should Slow down gradually while checking the rear view mirror. Yield to oncoming vehicles and bicyclists and pedestrians. Make sure to move into the left lane of a multilane road. Do all of the above.

10. A school bus is picking up or dropping off children, you must: Slow down and be prepared to stop. Stop regardless of your direction of travel. Stop if you are driving in the same direction.

11. Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are divided by ____ lines. White. Yellow. Black. Red.

12. The most effective safety restraints in a traffic crash are No safety restraint. Lap and shoulder belt only. Air bag only. Combination lap/shoulder belt and air bag.

13. You must yield to other drivers: When your traffic signal is a 'stale' green. When they are on the left and you have reached an unmarked intersection at the same time. All of the above. When entering a street from a garage or alley.

14. Highway and expressway guide signs are: Orange with black letters. Green with white letters. Yellow with black letters. Red with white letters.

15. If you have a green light, but the path ahead is blocked, you should: Turn left and find another route. Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears. Enter the intersection and wait.

16. What types of messages can be displayed on changeable message signs? All of the listed options are correct. Emergency situations. None of the listed options are correct Road conditions. Traffic problems.

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

18. 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.

19. Many crashes are caused by Yielding the right of way. Driving too fast for conditions. Checking mirrors and blind spot. Having a 4 second following distance between your vehicle and any vehicle in front of you.

20. Individuals may park in the handicapped parking access aisles located directly beside handicapped parking stalls. True. False.

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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.