Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following is true of maryland insurance requirements? The vehicle must be insured but the company does not have the be licensed in maryland. The vehicle must be insured by a company that is licensed in maryland. You are not required to carry property damage liability You are not required to carry personal injury liability. You must spend at least $200 per month on insurance.

2. Which of the following hand signals would a driver use to indicate that s/he is turning left? Right hand and arm up, keeping hand and arm still. Left hand and arm straight out, keeping hand and arm still. Left hand and arm down, keeping hand and arm still. Left hand and arm up, keeping hand and arm still.

3. Which of the following people may be distracted and/or inattentive? Children running into the street. Drivers with many passengers and/or unfamiliar with an area. Delivery and road repair/construction workers. All of the above.

4. 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.

5. You want to make a right turn at the corner. a pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. before making your right turn, you should: Turn off your engine until the person crosses the street. Wait until the person cross the street. Tell the pedestrian when to cross the street.

6. For best protection from an airbag how far should your chest be from the steering wheel? 10-12 inches. 16-18 inches. At least 24 inches. 4-6 inches.

7. When parking your vehicle on any hill: One of your rear wheels should touch the curb. Use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in park. Your front wheels should be parallel to the road if there is no curb. Always turn your wheels towards the curb.

8. What is the benefit of a space cushion around your vehicle If another driver makes a mistake, you have time to react. Other drivers can 'cut' in front of you, improving traffic flow. It inflates to protect you from injury in case of a collision.

9. Minimum speed signs are designed to Keep traffic flowing smoothly. Show current local road conditions. Test future traffic signal needs Assure pedestrian safety.

10. A safe speed to drive your car Is the posted speed limit. Is less than the posted speed limit. Depends on the weather and road conditions Depends on the mechanical skill of the driver.

11. Which of the following will help you avoid getting rear-ended? Signaling at least 100 feet before turning. Decreasing your following distance. Quickly pumping your brakes just before turning. Driving slower than other traffic.

12. How long must someone have had a maryland learner's instructional permit before they can advance to a maryland provisional license? 1 year. 9 months. 3 months There is no set time as long as they have completed an approved driver education program. 6 months.

13. What does this sign indicate?

A closed road. An emergency stop. A stop sign. A one-way road.

14. What is the meaning of a steady yellow arrow signal at a traffic light? It means that the signal will be changing, and you should slow down and proceed with caution. It signals the drivers to come to a complete stop. None of the answers listed It signals the drivers to proceed with caution through the intersection in the direction of the arrow.

15. What does a flashing yellow traffic signal indicate in maryland? None of the answers listed. That pedestrians are crossing the street in front of you. Nothing - you may continue driving as if it were green That the signal is about to turn red. That you must slow down and proceed with caution.

16. 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.

17. If it is necessary to make an emergency stop while driving on an interstate, you should: Get out of the vehicle and flag down the first vehicle that passes. Pull off the road, turn on your emergency flashers and stay in your vehicle if you can. Blow the horn at passing cars to get their attention.

18. You may turn right on red if you: Stop first and check for traffic and pedestrians. Have a right turn red arrow. Are in the left lane. Slow down first.

19. If you are making a left turn, you must begin In the intersection. In the rightmost lane. In the leftmost lane In the center lane.

20. Any amount of alcohol in the blood may affect a driver's: Judgment and physical coordination. Right-of-way privileges. Knowledge.

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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.