Washington DC DMV Permit Practice Test 2026
DC DMV gives a knowledge test for the learner permit, with a separate GRAD version for drivers aged 16 to 20. You have 75 minutes. These practice questions cover DC's own rules first, then general US rules and road signs.
Mabilis na sagot
Time limit: 75 minuto. Pinapatakbo ito ng District of Columbia Department of Motor Vehicles (DC DMV). Pinakamababang edad: 16. Magsanay dito nang libre gamit ang 205 tanong, bawat isa ay may sagot at paliwanag. Sinuri laban sa mga opisyal na sanggunian noong Oktubre 10, 2026.
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Tanong 1 ng 25
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Sagot: D. 16
You must be at least 16 to get a DC DMV learner permit.
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Tanong 2 ng 25
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Sagot: D. Only between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m.
DC DMV says you may only drive between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. with a learner permit.
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Tanong 3 ng 25
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Sagot: C. Whether you have a valid Social Security number
DC issues a REAL ID or a Limited Purpose learner permit depending on whether you have a valid Social Security number.
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Tanong 4 ng 25
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Sagot: A. 75 minutes
DC DMV allows 75 minutes for the GRAD or learner permit knowledge test.
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Tanong 5 ng 25
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Sagot: D. It is offered in many languages, including Amharic, Spanish and Vietnamese
DC offers the test in English and many other languages, such as Amharic, Arabic, Spanish and Vietnamese, plus audio-assisted tests.
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Tanong 6 ng 25
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Sagot: C. Yes, by appointment
Virtual testing is available by appointment for the standard and GRAD knowledge tests, but not for motorcycle or CDL tests.
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Tanong 7 ng 25
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Sagot: B. Three full calendar days
You must wait three full calendar days after a failed knowledge test.
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Tanong 8 ng 25
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Sagot: B. You cannot take a seventh test until 12 months after your first failure
After six failed tests within 12 months, the seventh test is not allowed until 12 months after the first failure.
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Tanong 9 ng 25
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Sagot: C. 60 days
A failure for cheating or exceeding the time limit means no retest for 60 days.
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Tanong 10 ng 25
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Sagot: B. Yes, the fee is due whether you pass or fail
DC DMV charges the test fee whether you pass or fail.
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Tanong 11 ng 25
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Sagot: A. Within 14 business days
You must visit a DC DMV Service Center within 14 business days of passing and bring all required documents.
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Tanong 12 ng 25
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Sagot: A. Applicants under 21
DC's GRAD program, with its own knowledge test, covers new drivers aged 16 to 20.
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Tanong 13 ng 25
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Sagot: D. 6 months
DC requires a 6-month learner permit holding period in the GRAD program.
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Tanong 14 ng 25
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Sagot: A. 40
DC requires 40 hours of supervised driving in the learner stage.
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Tanong 15 ng 25
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Sagot: B. 16 and a half
The provisional (intermediate) stage starts at 16 and a half, after 6 months with a learner permit.
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Tanong 16 ng 25
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Sagot: B. 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.
From September to June, provisional drivers may not drive from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday to Thursday, or from 12:01 a.m. to 6 a.m. on weekend nights.
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Tanong 17 ng 25
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Sagot: B. 12:01 a.m. to 6 a.m.
In July and August, provisional drivers may not drive from 12:01 a.m. to 6 a.m.
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Tanong 18 ng 25
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Sagot: C. 10
DC requires 10 hours of supervised night driving during the intermediate (provisional) stage.
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Tanong 19 ng 25
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Sagot: A. 18
Restrictions end after the required time with a full license or at 21, but never before age 18.
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Tanong 20 ng 25
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Sagot: D. Handheld phone use is banned for all drivers
DC bans handheld phone use by all drivers, with primary enforcement.
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Tanong 21 ng 25
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Sagot: D. None, not even hands-free
DC bans all cell phone use, including hands-free, for drivers with a learner's permit.
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Tanong 22 ng 25
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Sagot: C. All drivers
Texting while driving is banned for all drivers in DC.
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Tanong 23 ng 25
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Sagot: C. 60 minutes
DC allows 60 minutes for the non-commercial knowledge test and 75 minutes for the GRAD or learner permit test.
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Tanong 24 ng 25
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Sagot: C. Audio-assisted knowledge tests
DC DMV offers audio-assisted knowledge tests.
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Tanong 25 ng 25
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Sagot: A. A vision screening
You must pass vision screening and the knowledge test, and provide documents proving identity, residency and eligibility.
Keyboard: 1–4 para sumagot, Enter para sa susunod na tanong.
Ang dapat malaman bago ang pagsusulit
- The GRAD or learner permit knowledge test has a 75-minute time limit. The regular non-commercial test allows 60 minutes.
- The test is offered in English and more than 20 other languages, and audio-assisted tests are available.
- Virtual testing is available by appointment for the standard and GRAD knowledge tests.
- If you fail, you must wait three full calendar days to retest. The fee is charged whether you pass or fail.
- You must be at least 16 for a learner permit, and you may drive only between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. with it.
- After passing, you must visit a DC DMV Service Center within 14 business days with your documents.
Mga madalas itanong
How long is the DC permit test?
You get 75 minutes for the GRAD or learner permit knowledge test. The regular non-commercial test allows 60 minutes.
Can I take the DC knowledge test online?
Yes. DC DMV offers virtual testing by appointment for the standard and GRAD knowledge tests.
How long do I wait if I fail the DC permit test?
Three full calendar days. If you fail six times in 12 months, you must wait until 12 months after your first failure.
What languages is the DC knowledge test in?
English plus many others, including Amharic, Arabic, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), French, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese. Audio-assisted tests are also available.
What hours can I drive with a DC learner permit?
Only between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m.