Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. Should you drive slower than other traffic that is traveling within the speed limit? Yes. it makes the other traffic drive slower, too. No. you can block traffic when you drive too slowly. Yes. it is safer than driving too fast. Yes, provided you are not driving in the far left lane.

2. If you always let other drivers go ahead of you at intersections, you are most likely: Improving traffic flow. Causing traffic delays. Effectively using defensive driving techniques.

3. A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles Next to the solid line may pass. In both directions may pass. Next to the broken line may pass.

4. Which of these statements is true about road construction zones You are responsible for the safety of the road workers. Slow down only if you think workers are present. Fines are the same for violations committed in construction zones. None of the above.

5. What are anti-lock braking systems (abs) designed for? Allow the locking up of wheels in an accident. Limit your steering when you have been in an accident. None of the answers listed Prevent your wheels from locking up and allowing free steering.

6. What must you do as soon as you hear or see an emergency vehicle approaching? If possible, move into a lane away from the emergency vehicle. Clear intersections. Move as close as possible to the edge of the road Remain stopped until the emergency vehicle passes. All of the answers listed.

7. Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol Decreases blood alcohol content. Cancels the effect of the alcohol. Has no effect on blood alcohol content Increases blood alcohol content.

8. Which of the following contributes to improved traffic flow? Lowering the speed limit on major freeways. Not slowing down to look at an accident scene. Using your car instead of public transportation. Raising the speed limit on major freeways.

9. Which of the following is true of a cancelled driver's license? A parent can not request the cancellation of the driver's license of a minor. Driving privilege is terminated. None of the answers listed It is temporarily suspended.

10. A curb painted red means: Loading zone. No parking or stopping. Reserved for passengers pick up or drop off.

11. What is the color and shape of a 'detour' sign in maryland? A yellow diamond. An orange diamond. A yellow square A yellow rectangle. An orange rectangle.

12. What should drivers do when approaching a construction area? Slow down, stop all wireless telephone communications and yield the right-of-way. Honk their horn several times to alert individuals working in the area of their presence. Increase their speed to get out of the way quickly

13. What effect might alcohol and another drug have when combined in your blood Increase the effects of both. Have no effect on driving ability. Reduce the effects of the drug or medicine Reduce the effects of the alcohol.

14. 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.

15. A pedestrian crossing at the corner has the right-of-way: At marked crosswalks only. At marked or unmarked crosswalks. Only at intersections controlled by signals, lights, or stop signs. Only at intersections controlled by traffic signals.

16. At an unmarked crosswalk, drivers are required to Increase the speed of their vehicle and cross before the pedestrians. Stop and request the pedestrians to cross quickly. Yield the right-of-way to the pedestrians Signal their intention and proceed.

17. When entering and exiting a roundabout, you must always Keep left. Increase your speed. Change lanes Keep right.

18. To avoid a head-on collision when you see an oncoming vehicle in your lane, you must Keep your steering wheel straight. Increase your speed. Steer right toward the shoulder or curbline Steer left toward the median.

19. Where should you start your u-turn on a street with two lanes in each direction? Always use the center left turn lane. The left lane. The right lane. Any available lane.

20. 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.

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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.