Maryland DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. On a highway, you see other vehicles about to merge into your lane from an entrance ramp. what should you do? If you cannot change lanes, adjust your speed to open up space for the merging drivers. Give them plenty of room. Move into another lane if one is open Do all of the above.

2. Choose the answer that applies best to carrying passengers. Passengers should keep their feet on the pegs at all times. Passengers should sit as far back as possible. Passengers should put their feet down at stops Passengers should avoid holding on to the driver.

3. What is the best lane position for being seen? The right part of the lane. The left part of the lane. The center of the lane. The best lane position changes depending on the situation.

4. ____ a common factor in motorcycle collisions. Bad drivers are. Seasonal changes are. Not being seen is. Traffic signals are.

5. A surface which provides little traction for motorcycles is Gravel roads. Snow. Wet pavement All of these.

6. What are two ways to avoid obstacles in your path? Sliding and swerving. Stopping and swerving. Sliding and skidding. Stopping and sliding.

7. The best face protection is Approved goggles. A shatter-resistant face shield. A windshield Sunglasses.

8. The ____ brake is the most important because it ____. Front, provides 70% of the stopping power. Rear, provides 70% of the stopping power. Rear, is the emergency brake Front, is the emergency brake.

9. The best position for traction when it is raining is In the tracks left by other drivers. The shoulder of the road. The left lane position The center lane position.

10. When shifting gears, which of the following is not recommended? Make certain you are riding slowly enough when you shift into a lower gear. Shift down through the gears with the clutch as you slow or stop. Try to create a sudden change in power to the rear wheel Stay in first gear while you are stopped to enable you to move out quickly if need be.

11. Maintaining or increasing your speed while making a turn Helps stabilize the motorcycle. Should only be done when passing others. Is safer because you complete the turn quickly Should never be done.

12. How can you help balance yourself during motorcycle turns? Keep your knees against the gas tank. Lean the opposite direction of the motorcycle. Take your feet off the foot pegs for balance Turn your torso in the direction of the turn.

13. Signal lights should be used In cities but not in rural areas. As long as other vehicles are around. Only if you may not be seen by other vehicles Every time you plan to turn or change lanes.

14. The 3 steps of the see strategy are Search, examine, execute. Search, evaluate, execute. See, execute, examine See, evaluate, examine.

15. The front brake is controlled by The left hand lever. The right hand lever. The right foot pedal The left foot pedal.

16. What percentage of riders killed in motorcycle crashes had been drinking alcohol prior to riding? 100% 40-45%. 90 to 95% 25 to 30%. 35 to 40%.

17. If you can't cross an obstacle straight on, you should cross at an angle of at least ____ degrees. 20 45 90 105

18. Which of the following should you do if your throttle cable is stuck? All listed answers. Operate the cut-off switch. Remove power from rear wheel Twist the throttle back and forth several times.

19. Motorcycle drivers cannot drive on highways During rush hour. Without a helmet and proper protective gear. At night, because your lights aren't bright enough Unless you can travel safely at the minimum posted speed.

20. You should start the motorcycle with Your hands above your elbows. Your right wrist low. Your right wrist flat Your elbows locked.

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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.