Maryland DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. What lane position should you ride to discourage other drivers from trying to share your lane? Left or right. Left. Right. Center.

2. Convex side mirrors on motorcycles make cars seem Farther away than they are. Closer than they are. Smaller than they are Bigger than they are.

3. How often should you check the tires on your motorcycle? Once a month. At the start of every season. Once a week. Every time you ride.

4. You are approaching a turn and need to change gears. when should you change gears? During the turn. At any point before, after, or during the turn. After entering the turn. Before entering the turn.

5. When someone is merging into your lane from an off-ramp, the best strategy is to Slow down. Speed up. Beep your horn Change lanes.

6. At night, how can the car ahead of you help you see obstacles? Follow the driver very closely. Follow in the path of the other driver. Watch the taillights to see bumps on the road Watch the driver's movements.

7. Which of the following should you do when you must ride over an obstacle? All listed answers. Make sure that you are at a 90 degree angle. Roll the throttle Slow down as much as possible before contact.

8. What is a strategy to help see uneven road surface at night? Drive only in residential areas. Watch the tail lights of the vehicle ahead of you. Swerve from side to side. Avoid driving near other vehicles.

9. How can you increase your chances of avoiding hazards at night? Reduce your speed. Do not wear a helmet. Stay in the same lane position Ride in a group.

10. When starting your motorcycle, your right wrist should be positioned In any way you feel necessary. High, to use the throttle the most. Down, and knuckles up on the throttle, so you won't use too much throttle In the most comfortable position.

11. In which of the following situations is it recommended for motorcycle operators to flash their brake light? When an operator must slow down unexpectedly and more quickly than following vehicles may suspect, or when a vehicle is following too closely. When entering a paved roadway from a driveway, gravel or private road. When entering a busy intersection When the motorcycle operator is crossing a bridge for the first time. When the motorcycle operator is going to be unexpectedly accelerating.

12. Which of the following is not an advantage of keeping a group of riders small? Motorists can get around small groups more easily. None of the listed answers. all of the listed answers are advantages. Small groups can't get separated as easily Riders aren't always in a hurry to catch up to the group.

13. Pavement is likely to be slippery In rural areas. On a windy day. On multilane roads Soon after it has started to rain.

14. Which of the following is recommended when you approach a blind intersection? Both move to the portion of the lane that will bring you into another driver's field of vision at the earliest possible moment and remain visible to others while protecting your space. Move to the portion of the lane that will bring you into another driver's field of vision at the earliest possible moment. None of the answers listed Remain visible to others while protecting your space.

15. The best way to combat fatigue while riding is to Consume lots of water. Stop at least every two hours. Drink energy drinks Avoid wearing a helmet.

16. The safest way to cross an obstacle is at a ____ angle. 20-degree. 90-degree. 45-degree. 100-degree.

17. Experienced riders tend to ride no more than ____ hours per day. 2 3 4 6

18. If you are being followed by a tailgater and he or she is not able to pass you, you should Increase your following distance. Flash your brake lights. Call the police Pull over and stop.

19. If your motorcycle begins to weave while crossing metal grating, you should Relax and maintain course. Try to combat the weave. Pull the kill engine switch. Firmly grip the handlebars.

20. If the rear tire goes flat while riding Stop with the front brake only. Stop with the rear brake only. Use engine braking Use both brakes to stop.

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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.