DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DMV WRITTEN TEST
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Anyone who operates a motor vehicle or motorcycle on public roadways in the District of Columbia is required to have a driver’s license or learner’s permit. To obtain a DC driver license, you must successfully complete a knowledge test, skills road test and vision screening. The written test is based on the information contained in the District of Columbia DMV Driving Manual, and is designed to check your knowledge of rules of the road, traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. The official DC DMV test consists of 25 questions. A passing score consists of at least 18 correct answers (70%).
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A triangular orange sign on the rear of a vehicle indicates that:
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It's an emergency.
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It can carry lots of passengers.
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You aren't allowed to pass it.
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It's a slow-moving vehicle.
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When driving behind a motorcycle, drivers must:
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Share the lane with the motorcycle.
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Pass the motorcycle in the same lane.
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Drive on the shoulder beside the motorcycle.
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Remembers that motorcyclists have the right to use a complete traffic lane.
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3.
This road sign means:
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Road construction ahead.
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No parking.
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Detour ahead.
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Stop.
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When backing up:
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Do the maneuver as quickly as possible.
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Turn your head to look through your rear window.
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Keep your eyes fixed on the rear-view mirror.
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Look through your side mirrors.
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If you see a pedestrian using a guide dog or carrying a white cane:
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The pedestrian must yield the right-of-way.
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You should sound your horn to warn them.
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You must yield the right-of-way to them.
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Ignore the pedestrian.
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