District of Columbia Motorcycle Hazard Awareness Practice Test

What this District of Columbia practice test covers

• Common road hazards for riders - gravel, wet leaves, railroad tracks, and potholes
• Riding safely through intersections where most motorcycle crashes happen
• Handling crosswinds, rain, and reduced-traction road surfaces
• Emergency maneuvers when a car turns left in front of you

The actual District of Columbia DC DMV knowledge test has 25 questions, and you need at least 20 correct (80%) to pass. This practice test is based on the DC Driver Manual. The test fee is $47. Tests are administered Computer-based at DC DMV office or online. Online testing is available in District of Columbia.

Try sample District of Columbia questions

These questions come from our bank of 232+ motorcycle questions. The real District of Columbia motorcycle endorsement test draws from similar material in the official motorcycle handbook.

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1

What special hazard do D.C.'s many traffic circles and roundabouts present to motorcyclists?

A.No special hazardB.Vehicles may not see motorcycles when merging, and curved paths require careful lean and speed managementC.Motorcycles are prohibited from traffic circlesD.Only left turns are hazardous

2

When are roads typically MOST slippery during a rainfall?

A.After several hours of steady rain when everything is washed cleanB.During the first 30 minutes or so of rain, before accumulated oil and grime are washed awayC.Roads are equally slippery throughout the stormD.Only after the rain stops, when surfaces dry

3

You see a long oily stain or puddle in your lane just before an intersection. What is the best riding response?

A.Brake hard right on the oily patch to clean the tireB.Adjust your lane position to avoid the oil; if you must cross it, do so upright and at steady speed with no braking, acceleration, or steering inputC.Speed up to skim over itD.Stop on top of the patch to inspect it

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