Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. Lap and shoulder belt combinations in your car are: Not effective at slow speeds. Usually safer than lap belts only. Required because they help prevent accidents. Most effective in busy traffic.

2. Which of the following does not happen after drinking Your reflexes and reaction time slow down. Your judgement of speed and distance is distorted. You are less alert You calm down so you can concentrate.

3. In inclement weather, you should: Steer and brake smoothly. Drive in low gear. Steer off the road.

4. If you are driving on a road with only one lane in each direction and you want to pass, but a curve ahead blocks your view, you must: Not pass the other vehicle. Signal longer than five seconds to pass safely. Increase your speed to pass safely. Honk your horn to make other drivers slow down.

5. Which of the following is true of stopping on an interstate? Both stopping is prohibited on the interstate and stopping on the shoulder may be done in the event of an emergency. None of the answers listed. Stopping on the interstate is prohibited You may stop on the interstate as long as you put on your emergency flashers. Stopping on the shoulder may only be done in the event of an emergency.

6. Which of the following is not true about motorcycles on the road? Allow ample room for a motorcycle when passing. It is legal to pass a motorcycle within the same lane. None of the answers listed Motorcycles are entitled to a full lane.

7. Who has the right-of-way when a vehicle approaches a pedestrian at an intersection with no crosswalks? The pedestrian. The pedestrian, but only when he/she has the green. The vehicle, but it should slow down. The vehicle, if it has the green.

8. Which of the following can a person under the age of 18 do while driving with a cell phone? Answering, but not making outgoing, calls from a parent or guardian. Using a hands-free device to make calls to relatives. Text messaging a family member None of the answers listed. Text messaging a friend.

9. If traffic prevents you from crossing all the way across a set of railroad tracks, you may proceed only when An approaching train is not moving fast enough to be a danger. There is room for your vehicle on the other side. At least one-half of your vehicle can cross the tracks. No trains are in sight.

10. Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a: Station wagon. Large tour bus. Passenger car. All of the above.

11. When a vehicle is hydroplaning the: Spray from large trucks reduce visibility. Tires lose contact with the road surface. Windshield wipers cannot keep the windshield clear of rain.

12. Which of the following, while not illegal when driving, can lead to reduced reaction times and accidents? Adjusting the radio. All listed items are correct. Smoking Talking with others in the car. Eating or drinking.

13. Which of the following speed limits would indicate an area where mopeds and scooters could not be ridden in maryland? 10 mph. 50 mph. 25 mph 35 mph. 60 mph.

14. If you have had 3 beers in the past hour, about how long will it take for all the alcohol to leave your blood stream? One hour. Two hours. Three hours.

15. Which way do you turn your front wheels to park downhill next to a curb? Into the curb. Away from the curb. Parallel to the curb. Any way is fine.

16. All drivers under the age of 21 have a specific restriction prohibiting them from: Driving or attempting to drive after consuming alcohol. Driving or attempting to drive before midnight. Driving or attempting to drive while smoking.

17. Select the statement below that is true: People with more body fat are less prone to alcohol intoxication. Body weight has no effect on the rate of intoxication. Alcohol is able to be absorbed by water. Food in the stomach prevents alcohol intoxication.

18. When are audio devices that go in or cover both ears permissible to wear while driving? They are never permissible, unless it is a hearing aid. Only when it's daytime. Only when you are driving on the interstate They are never permissible. Only when there are no other cars on the road.

19. The best thing to do if you become tired or sleepy while driving is: Get rest or change drivers. Open a window. Drink coffee.

20. In a roundabout intersection, drivers must ____, whether they need to make a right turn, a left turn, a u-turn or continue forward. Turn left and then turn right. Turn right and then turn left. Turn right and merge into the circle. Turn left and merge into the circle.

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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.