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Practice Questions For The DMV Knowledge Test . THE FIRST TEST FOR NEW DRIVERS!
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1
You must make a full stop
All of the above
When there is a flashing red traffic light
When emerging from an alley, driveway or private road into a street
When there is a stop sign
2
The sign means
U-turn allowed after fully stopping
U-turn allowed
No U-turn
3
If you are driving and need to use a cell phone to make a call or send a text message you should
Pull off the road safely and stop
Use the phone’s voice feature and don’t look down to type a message
Slow down and stay in the curb lane
4
Points for moving traffic violations will stay on your driver record for
2 Years
3 Years
1 Year
4 Years
5
If a pedestrian is not crossing at a marked crosswalk/intersection you honk your horn and continue driving
True
False
6
You have a valid District of Columbia learner permit. To drive a vehicle you must:
Drive only on streets that have very little traffic
All of the above
Rider must be 21+ with a drivers license, wearing a seatbelt
Only drive in the District of Columbia
7
When approaching work zones, you should
Take an alternate route to avoid all work zones in the District
Watch for slower speed limits
Drive as you normally would if there was no work zone
8
Shape of a traffic sign can tell you about the sign's message: A triangle sign means
Yield
Stop
Regulatory or Guide
Warning
9
To get your vehicle out of a skid, you should first
Steer straight ahead
Steer in the direction of the skid
Apply brakes hard
Steer in the opposite direction of the skid
10
If under 21 your parent can waive the requirement for you to participate in the GRAD Rearing of Adult Drivers program
False
True
11
You may only make a right turn on red
All of the above
After coming to a full and complete stop
When there is not a sign prohibiting right turns on red
When there are no pedestrians present
12
If a traffic signal light is green and a police officer signals you to stop, you should:
Do what the vehicle in front of you does
Obey the traffic signal
Obey the traffic officer
13
To avoid the glare from oncoming headlights:
Focus your eyes straight ahead
Focus your eyes on the center line of the road
Glance back and forth between the side of the road and straight ahead
14
parking on a hill you turn your front wheels away from the curb & bring the near side front wheel in contact w the wheel
True
False
15
You must make a full stop
When there is a stop sign
When emerging from an alley, driveway or private road into a street
All of the above
When there is a flashing red traffic light
16
When driving, you should always be on the alert for bicycles, motorcycles and mopeds which may not be easy to see
False
True
17
Highways and roads freeze before ramps and bridges:
False
True
18
In the District, it is illegal to stop a vehicle
On a sidewalk
In front of a pedestrian crossing the street
At a parking meter
19
If you become drowsy while driving, you should:
Take some “stay-awake” drugs
Try to fight it .
Take a break
20
Shape of a traffic sign can tell you about the sign's message: An octagon sign means
Yield
Stop
Regulatory or Guide
Warning
21
You should only use your vehicle's horn to warn a pedestrian or the driver of another vehicle of your presence
False
True
22
When the driver of another vehicle is about to overtake and pass your vehicle, you must:
Signal to the other driver not to pass
Speed up so that passing is not necessary
Move to the left to prevent passing
Move to the right and allow such vehicle to pass
23
The sign means
Curving road ahead
Keep to the right
Right turn only ahead
24
If you come to an intersection and your view to the side is blocked, you should:
Stop, then inch forward until you can see clearly in both directions
Maintain speed and look both ways
Slow down and look both ways
25
You should always reduce your vehicle speed
When coming to an intersection, railroad grade crossing or curve
When there is danger to pedestrians
All of the above
Near playgrounds and schools or where children are playing
26
You are approaching an intersection where the traffic light has changed to yellow
You should come to a safe stop and wait for the light to turn green
You must clear the intersection before the light turns red
You should proceed with caution
27
Pedestrian and bicyclist safety should be a primary goal for all vehicle drivers
True
False
28
When driving on wet roadways, you should remember:
Driving on wet roadways can cause hydroplaning
You should give yourself additional time to stop
Pavement is slick immediately after rainfall
All of the above
29
If you have a valid license for a year without pointable moving violations you may receive a good point on your record
True
False
30
Color of roadway signs tell you what kind of information it has to offer: A red sign means
Stop, yield, do not enter or wrong way
General warning of what to expect ahead
Construction and maintenance work area warning
31
The best way to tell if you are permitted to pass other vehicles is to see if:
The road ahead is straight
The vehicle ahead signals that it is OK to pass
There is a green flashing light
There are solid or broken lane markings
32
When changing lanes on a highway:
Check your blind spots by glancing over your shoulder
Check the rearview and outside mirrors
All of the above
Always signal a lane change
33
This hand signal means:
Left turn
Right turn
Stopping or slowing down
34
In the District of Columbia, points may be assigned to your driver record for
Moving traffic violations
Photo tickets
Parking tickets
All of the above
35
When driving, you should always be on the alert for bicycles, motorcycles and mopeds which may not be easy to see
True
False
36
Color of roadway signs tell you what kind of information it has to offer: A yellow sign means
Stop, yield, do not enter or wrong way
Construction and maintenance work area warning
General warning of what to expect ahead
37
Color of roadway signs tell you what kind of information it has to offer: An orange sign means
Construction and maintenance work area warning
General warning of what to expect ahead
Stop, yield, do not enter or wrong way
38
In DC a motor vehicle may not transport any child less than 3 unless they’re in a car seat at the front of a vehicle
False
True
39
Shape of a traffic sign can tell you about the sign's message: A diamond sign means
Regulatory or Guide
Yield
Warning
Stop
40
How many feet should you allow from the side of your vehicle when driving around bicyclists?
5 feet
4 feet
2 feet
3 feet
41
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in the District of Columbia is
25mph
35mph
30mph
40mph
42
A roundabout is
A merge area on the highway
circular intersection that travels counterclockwise to the right, central I
An intersection that allows you to make a right turn on red
43
Distracted driving may be caused by:
Eating, drinking beverages or smoking
All of the above
Changing the radio, CD, or tape
Using cellular phones and/or texting
44
U-turns are allowed at intersections controlled by a traffic light unless there is a sign prohibiting the U-turn
True
False
45
How far away from a fire hydrant must a vehicle be parked?
10 feet
15 feet
5 feet
46
Road rage and aggressive driving may be caused by
Tailgating
Unsafe lane changing
Speeding
All of the above
47
Bicyclists
Should ride facing traffic
Should follow the same laws as drivers
Must stay in the right lane
48
If you are ______________, you must operate under the Gradual Rearing of Adult Drivers (GRAD) Program.
Under the age of 16
Under the age of 21
Over the age of 21
49
The sign shown means:
Railroad crossing
No Passing Zone
Pedestrian crossing
50
When driving on wet roadways, you should remember:
Pavement is slick immediately after rainfall
All of the above
Driving on wet roadways can cause hydroplaning
You should give yourself additional time to stop
51
All pedestrian crosswalks are marked with white painted markings
True
False
52
How close can you park to the entrance of an alley or private driveway?
5 feet
20 feet
10 feet
53
When on a short entrance to an interstate where there is no merge area or lane:
Use the shoulder of the main road to get up to the speed of the traffic
Enter the far right traffic lane and speed up to the flow of traffic
Speed up on the entrance only after you have found a gap in traffic
54
A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means the same as a:
Stop light
Light is about to turn green
Stop sign
55
Your driver license cannot be suspended for failure to pay child support
False
True
56
You should signal your intention to turn at least
150 feet
200 feet
50 feet
100 feet
57
It is more dangerous to drive at the maximum speed limit at night than during daytime as
You cannot see as far ahead at night
The roadways tend to be more slippery at night
Your reaction time is slower at night
Some drivers unlawfully drive with parking lights only
58
If you are driving behind a truck, you should
Always drive with your bright headlights on so the truck can see you
Stay out of its blind spots
Speed up to pass it
59
Shape of a traffic sign can tell you about the sign's message: A rectangle sign means
Regulatory or Guide
Warning
Stop
Yield
60
The sign shown indicates:
Construction or maintenance areas ahead
Look for a detour
Pass with care
