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1. When is it important to use your side mirrors?
2. The motorcycle and rider should lean at the same angle when in
3. After as few as ____ alcoholic drink(s), your ability to ride can be affected.
4. When riding with a passenger, how should you adjust your control of the motorcycle?
5. When scanning the road for hazards, how far ahead should you be looking?
6. Wearing a face shield while riding a motorcycle
7. When riding, your clothing should be protective and
8. Why is it recommended that riders wear bright colored clothing?
9. When stopping while leaning in a curve, the best course of action is to
10. In which of the following places are motorcycle collisions most frequent?
11. When following other motorcycles, what should be the minimum space cushion?
12. When riding in a group, who is setting the pace of the group?
13. You can increase your safety when riding at night by
14. Which of the following should you not do if you are experiencing wobble?
15. If an obstacle cannot be avoided and you must drive over it, approach it at a ____ angle.
16. Which of the following is not true?
17. Using ____ is the best way to fasten cargo to a motorcycle.
18. Why is it important to cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees?
19. When parked against a curb, you should park at a ____ degree angle.
20. Because cars merging onto the highway may not see you, you should
To operate a motorcycle in Maryland, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA). At age 15 years and nine months, you can apply for a motorcycle learner's permit. At age 16 ½, you can apply for a Class M license or endorsement. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.
To receive a motorcycle learner's permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. If you are a new driver under the age of 18, you must complete a driver's education course. New drivers, regardless of age, must also pass the Class C Maryland knowledge exam. To receive a Class M license or motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the driving test, and pay the fees. Applicants under the age of 18 must also complete a motorcycle driver safety course. The knowledge and driving tests are waived for drivers over the age of 18 who complete the course.
The tests are taken at your local MVA. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 22 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills exam is a demonstration of the skills needed to operate a motorcycle. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.