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  • Updated for October 2024
  • Based on official District of Columbia Driver's manual

Free District of Columbia DMV Road Signs Permit Practice Test 2024 | DC

Welcome to your District of Columbia Road Signs Practice Test! Driving within the nation’s capital is a unique blend of historic charm with modern urban challenges. Let’s get you ready for the various situations you will come across on DC’s busy streets and iconic avenues.

The compact size in which the District is laid out, along with its historic significance, creates a driving environment like no other. Our road signs are your key to exploring:

-- Restricted zones around government buildings

-- Reversible rush-hour lanes on major arteries

-- Streetcar crossings in up-and-coming neighborhoods

-- Scores of roundabouts and traffic circles

To new drivers in DC’s Graduated Licensing Program, this test is more than a requirement -- it’s your initiation into urban driving. Picture yourself navigating DuPont Circle with assurance or knowing the arcane rules governing parking in Georgetown.

DC’s status as the seat of government is revealed even in our road signs. Watch out for:

-- Diplomatic vehicle parking signs

-- Capitol Hill access limitations

-- National Mall tourist route designations

The District’s commitment to sustainability is etched into our roads. You’ll have to know signs for:

-- Designated bus lanes

-- Locations of bike share stations

-- Electric vehicle charging areas

Here’s something uniquely DC: signs indicating “Emergency No Parking” for special events or dignitary visits. Being able to understand those is paramount to not getting towed in our event-filled city.

Safety is a number one priority on DC roads, considering we have local commuters, tourists, and government traffic. From crosswalk priority signs to rush-hour route changes, these markers keep our diverse road users safe.

Keep in mind that as you practice, mastering these signs is not about acing some test, but to become part of that community that knows its way with grace and respect around the heart of American democracy.

Ready to put your knowledge to the test? The following practice exam will simulate what you’ll see at the DMV, both standard signs and those peculiar to DC’s particular urban landscape. Master these, and get ready to explore everything from the National Mall to vibrant neighborhood streets in our nation’s capital.

  • Perfect for learner’s permit, driver’s license, and Senior Refresher Test

What you need to know

3 min to complete
Available in EN, ES, RU
Verified by Steven Litvintchouk, M.S., Chief Educational Researcher, Member of ACES. See our detailed commitment to accuracy and quality in our practice tests.

What to expect on the actual DC DMV exam

30

questions

24

correct answers to pass

80%

passing score

16 y/o

minimum age to apply

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