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 152+ motorcycle questions. The real District of Columbia motorcycle endorsement test draws from similar material in the official motorcycle handbook.

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1

A motorcycle rider encounters a large animal standing in the roadway. What is the best course of action?

A.Slow down or stop and wait for the animal to move, if possibleB.Honk the horn loudly and ride straight at the animal to scare it awayC.Swerve quickly without reducing speedD.Flash the headlight rapidly to frighten the animal

2

If a motorcycle rider cannot avoid running over an obstacle in the road, what should they do?

A.Lean the motorcycle hard to one side to go around itB.Rise slightly off the seat, keep a firm grip, and approach at as close to a 90-degree angle as possibleC.Apply the brakes firmly while going over the obstacleD.Close the throttle completely and coast over the obstacle

3

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

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