2025 District Of Columbia Permit Test 19

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in District Of Columbia. Each permit practice test question has three answer.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in District Of Columbia. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for District Of Columbia please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/district-of-columbia/car.

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9. The amount of alcohol in the blood is referred to as:

Explanation
Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is a measurement of the percentage of alcohol in the blood. The higher the BAC number, the more impaired a person is.

10. Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol:

Explanation
Drinking coffee will not reduce your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). While it may help you to stay awake, it cannot change your BAC or make you sober.

11. If bad weather makes it difficult for you to see clearly, you should:

Explanation
When it is difficult to see due to darkness or poor weather, increase your following distance. This will give you more time to react to hazards that you may not see in advance.

12. If you approach a traffic light with a red signal and a police officer directs you to go through the intersection without stopping, you should:

Explanation
Instructions given by police officers directing traffic always override posted traffic signals and signs. Follow the officer's instructions.

13. You enter a designated turn lane to make a left turn at an upcoming intersection. There is oncoming traffic. You should:

Explanation
When making a left turn, you should always begin signaling about 100 feet before the turn. You should keep your front wheels aiming straight ahead until it is safe to start your turn. This ensures that you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic if another vehicle hits you from behind.

14. You are driving when it begins to rain. You should:

Explanation
When heavy rain reduces visibility, reduce your speed. Turn on your headlights so other drivers can see your vehicle. If the rain is so heavy that you are unable to see clearly, drive onto the shoulder and stop until the rain lets up.

15. At dawn or dusk and in rain or snow, it can be hard to see and be seen. A good way to let other drivers know you are there is to turn:

Explanation
You must use your headlights at any time when conditions prevent you from seeing other vehicles and when it may be difficult for other drivers to see you. Always use your low beam headlights if weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers.

16. When you see this sign, you should stop and:

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Explanation
At a stop sign, you must come to a full stop and check for traffic in all directions before proceeding.
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