Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. You are making a left turn from a two-way street into a one-way street. when you have completed the turn your car should be In the right lane of the street. In the center of the street. In the left lane of the street. In the lane with the least traffic.

2. If your vehicle has a steering wheel lock, should you ever turn off the ignition while it is moving? No, the steering wheel may lock and you can lose control of your vehicle. Yes, turning off the ignition will not affect the steering control. No, unless you want to coast downhill. Yes, but be prepared to skid if you step on the brakes too hard.

3. If you drink alcohol socially, what helps insure safe driving Drink coffee before driving. Ride home with a friend who has not been drinking. Take a cold shower before driving Stop drinking one-half hour before driving.

4. A maryland learner's permit holder may only drive while accompanied by a supervising driver who is at least ____ years old. 15 25 21 18 19

5. If you are going to stop or slow down at a place where another driver does not expect it, you must ____ to let those behind you know your intentions. Blow your horn. Switch on your emergency lights. Change lanes quickly. Tap your brake pedal 3 or 4 times quickly.

6. A 'no stopping' sign means that, unless directed to do so by a policeman, you may stop only Long enough to unload packages. To avoid conflict with other traffic. To discharge passengers For less than 5 minutes.

7. You must stop at the intersection ahead. just before the intersection, you have to cross railroad tracks. you should stop before you cross the railroad tracks when: You transport two or more children in a passenger vehicle. The crossing is located in a city or town with frequent train traffic. You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks

8. When passing a motorcyclist, drivers must Use the same lane as a motorcyclist. Use the rightmost lane to pass. Not pass in an adjacent lane Pass in an adjacent lane.

9. What should you do if your accelerator sticks while you are driving? Concentrate on steering and seeing the road. Pump the accelerator and try to clear any obstruction. Shift to neutral, brake and stop off of the road, turn on flashers. All of the above.

10. When you park on the roadway, you should: Use your 4-way flashers. Park at an angle. Keep your turn signals on. Turn your lights on.

11. Which of the following is a good preparation method to maintain while driving? Be ready to change speed or lanes. All of the answers listed. Constantly observe your surroundings Search ahead for potential risks.

12. What does this special marker sign indicate?

The distance to the next exit. The permitted speed limit on a freeway. A reference post marker. The exit number.

13. What is a bad thing to do if you want the best protection from your airbags? With the latest air bags, it's not necessary to use the vehicle's lap or shoulder belts. Don't lean in close to the steering wheel or dashboard. Children in car seats should be placed in the back seat Children under age 13 should ride in the back seat. Pregnant women should wear the lap portion of the seat low on their hips.

14. Which of the following is true of a steady red signal? All of the answers listed. You must come to a complete stop. You may turn right on red so long as no sign prohibits such You may turn left from a one-way street onto another one-way street so long as no sign prohibits such. You must stop before the stop line or crosswalk.

15. What is the only effective way to reduce your blood alcohol content (bac) Drinking coffee. Exercising. Allow your body time to get rid of alcohol Taking a cold shower.

16. Stopping distances and severity of crashes: Decrease as vehicle speed increases. Are not affected by vehicle speed. Increase as vehicle speed increases.

17. Who can be issued a provisional driver's license? A professional race car driver. A truck driver. Someone who has never held a driver's license or has not held one for more than 18 months Someone under the age of 16. Someone who is incarcerated.

18. Blocking an intersection during 'rush hour' traffic is not permitted Unless you entered the intersection on a green light. Under any circumstances, even if your light is green. Unless you have the right of way or a green light.

19. 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.

20. You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck, you should drive Farther behind the truck than for a passenger vehicle. Closer behind the truck than for a passenger vehicle. To the right side of the truck and wait to pass.

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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.