District of Columbia DMV Driving Test

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1. You may not cross a single broken white (or yellow) line When to do so would interfere with traffic. When turning left into a driveway. When the car in front is disabled. When passing to the right on a one-way street.

2. If five or more vehicles are following you on a narrow two-lane road, you should: Continue driving because you have the right of way. Pull off the road when it is safe and let them pass. Move to the right side of your lane and drive slowly. Turn your emergency indicators on.

3. What does the steady yellow arrow signal mean? Come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians. It is necessary to come to a complete stop before reaching the intersection. You only have 5 seconds to proceed through the traffic light The signal is changing from green to red. Proceed through the intersection but with caution.

4. If the vehicle is equipped with air bags: Seat belts do not need to be worn. Seat belts should still be worn. Seat belts should be worn behind the back.

5. A truck travelling at 60 mph takes how much distance to stop? 300 feet or more. 400 feet or more. 600 feet or more None of the listed answers. 500 feet or more.

6. When driving in the far right lane of a freeway, you: Must drive slower than other traffic. Should expect vehicles merging onto the road from freeway on-ramps. Must give the right-of-way to merging traffic. Must drive faster than other traffic.

7. An intersection has a stop sign, crosswalk, but no stop line. you must stop Before the crosswalk. 50 feet before the intersection. Where you think the stop line would be. With your front wheels in the crosswalk.

8. Which of the following isn't a danger sign for drowsiness? Changing your speed. Drifting out of your lane. Missing your exit Focusing on each mile.

9. If you miss your exit from an interstate expressway: Back up on the highway. Get off at the next exit and come back to the exit you missed. Stop in any lane of the highway. Roll down your window and ask the driver next to you for help.

10. Other drivers are not making room for you to merge onto a freeway with heavy traffic. if it is absolutely necessary, you may: Make room by forcing your way into a small gap. Reverse and exit the highway through the entrance ramp. Drive onto a freeway shoulder until a gap appears. Stop before merging with freeway traffic.

11. 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.

12. While driving on a roadway with single broken white line markings: You may change lanes only if in the left lane. You may cross it to change lanes. You must stay within your lane.

13. This hand signal indicates that the driver is

Making a left turn. Slowing or stopping. Making a right turn Making a u-turn.

14. If you are going to stop or slow down where other drivers might not expect it, you should ____ to let those behind you know your intentions. Quickly change lanes. Switch on your emergency lights. Blow your horn. Quickly tap your brake pedal 3 or 4 times.

15. When you plan to turn, you must use a turn signal, hand signal, or both, continuously for at least ____ before turning. 100 ft. 75 ft. 50 ft. 150 ft.

16. Defensive driving is a driving technique in which you as a driver: Identify dangerous driving situations and take action to avoid an accident. Defend against accidents by driving your vehicle fast enough to stay ahead of traffic congestion. Defend against poor drivers by getting ahead of them in traffic. Defend yourself against accidents by following close to the vehicle ahead.

17. When should a driver be especially careful when it rains? At the beginning of a light rain. Five hours after it rains. During the night time When it is raining hard. The day after it rained.

18. When stopped at railroad tracks with no crossing gates, you may cross: As soon as the train has passed your roadway. Only when the train is completely out of sight. Only when you can see clearly in both directions. Only if it is not raining.

19. 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.

20. Which of the following substances can impair your ability to drive safely and may result in an arrest for driving under the influence of intoxicants (duii)? Alcohol, including beer, wine and other liquor. A controlled substance, such as illegal drugs or prescription medicines. An inhalant, such as glue or paint All of the above.

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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.