Right of Way & Intersections — District of Columbia
District of Columbia DMV practice test: 510 free practice questions (Based on the official driver handbook). Official test format: 25 Q pass 20; GRAD (16-20) 30 Q pass 24. Right of Way & Intersections: 33 questions.
Who goes first at intersections, roundabouts, merges and uncontrolled crossings.
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| Topic / Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Topic | Right of Way & Intersections |
| License test | District of Columbia Car learner's permit test |
| Topic questions | 33 (6% of 510 total) |
| Review status | This topic page is still being reviewed against the official handbook. Until review is finished it is hidden from search engines. |
Official handbook
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Questions (33)
1. If two drivers arrive at the same time to a four-way intersection controlled by stop signs:
- The driver on the right has the right-of-way. ✓
- The driver on the left has the right-of-way.
- One driver may continue driving without stopping.
- One driver should honk to indicate that they are giving up the right-of-way.
Answer: A. The driver on the right has the right-of-way.
2. You must yield for emergency vehicles:
- Under no circumstances.
- When you see a flashing red or blue light or hear a siren. ✓
- Only when other vehicles yield.
- None of the above.
Answer: B. When you see a flashing red or blue light or hear a siren.
3. When arriving to an uncontrolled intersection at the same time as vehicles to your right and left, you should:
- Yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on your left.
- Yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on your right. ✓
- Wait until there are no vehicles at the intersection before proceeding.
Answer: B. Yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on your right.
4. You are approaching an intersection with a steady yellow traffic light. If you have not already entered the intersection, you should:
- Speed up to beat the red light.
- Reduce you speed and proceed carefully through the intersection.
- Come to a safe stop. ✓
Answer: C. Come to a safe stop.
5. At intersections with a "Yield" sign, you must:
- Yield the right-of-way to cross traffic that is near enough to cause conflict. ✓
- Yield the right-of-way only to vehicles on your right.
- Always slow down and proceed without stopping.
Answer: A. Yield the right-of-way to cross traffic that is near enough to cause conflict.
6. When a stop is required at an intersection and no markings appear to indicate a stop line or crosswalk, a driver:
- Is not required to stop.
- Is required to slow down to make sure crossing traffic is clear.
- Should stop only at a place where they can see at least 200 feet on either side, even if they have to enter the intersecting roadway.
- Should stop where they have a clear view of approaching traffic before they enter the intersecting roadway. ✓
Answer: D. Should stop where they have a clear view of approaching traffic before they enter the intersecting roadway.
7. You may legally block an intersection:
- If you entered the intersection on the green light.
- During rush hour traffic.
- Under no circumstances. ✓
Answer: C. Under no circumstances.
8. Yield also means stop if you cannot merge safely into the flow of traffic.
- True ✓
- False
Answer: A. True
9. Before entering a roundabout, you must slow down and yield to:
- Vehicles in the roundabout.
- Bicyclists in the roundabout.
- Pedestrians in the roundabout.
- All of the above. ✓
Answer: D. All of the above.
10. At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
- Stop, listen, and proceed cautiously.
- Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming. ✓
- Slowly pass vehicles that seem to be stopped for no reason.
Answer: B. Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming.
Source
Last checked: 2026-10-17 · Verified from official source
Updated: · Based on the official driver handbook