Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. When changing lanes: Check the inside rearview mirror. Slow down. Look over your shoulder to make sure the lane is clear.

2. How should you react to the solid painted lines that divide the interstate entrance and the interstate itself? Cross them as you please. Cross them immediately. Do not cross them at all Only cross them when it is safe to do so. Drive over them so that you are half way between the entrance and the interstate itself.

3. At a crosswalk: Construction workers must yield to you. You must yield to pedestrians. Pedestrians must yield to you.

4. What is the standard color for work zone activity? The color is brown. The color is orange. The color is green The color is white. The color is yellow.

5. 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.

6. What does this arrow-marked sign mean?

A sharp u-turn is ahead. You are approaching a right turn. You are approaching a left turn A sharp left turn is ahead.

7. Vehicles approaching a bus going the other way, with red lights flashing, may pass under what circumstances? This is never permitted. When no children appear to be crossing the road. When on the other side of a divided highway When visibility is excellent.

8. Which of the following describes a driver's license suspension properly? A permanent withdrawal of the privilege to operate a motor vehicle. The temporary withdrawal of the privilege to operate a motor vehicle. None of the listed answers The termination of a driver's license.

9. When the signal is a steady green and it is safe to proceed, you may enter the intersection to ____ or ____. Back up in reverse or make a u-turn. Go straight ahead or turn. Make a u-turn or stay put Stay put or turn. None of the answers listed.

10. What should you do when driving at night? All of the answers listed. Increase your following distance. Looking slightly to the right during incoming traffic Use your headlights. Keep your eyes focused on the road in front of you.

11. To see vehicles in your 'blind spots In your inside rearview mirror. In your side mirrors. Over your shoulders. Straight ahead.

12. Which of the following does alcohol affect Recovery from headlight glare. Reaction time. Judgement of distances All of these choices.

13. To turn right from a highway with two lanes in your direction, turn from: The lane closest to the center of the road. The lane nearest the curb or edge of the roadway. Either lane, depending on oncoming traffic. Either lane, depending on your speed.

14. 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.

15. If you see a pedestrian using a guide dog or other service animal or carrying a white cane at an intersection, you must Reduce your speed and pass slowly. Switch on your headlights to alert the pedestrian. Stop your vehicle Use your horn to alert the pedestrian.

16. After you have passed a car you should return to the right lane when you See the front bumper of the other car in your mirror. Have put your turn signal on. Have turned your headlights on See the other car's headlights come on.

17. You should increase the distance between your car and the vehicle ahead when you: Follow small passenger car. Are crowded by a tailgater. Drive slower than the posted speed limit. All of the above.

18. When is it legal to drive faster than the posted speed limit? As long as it takes to safely pass another vehicle. If you feel it is reasonable and prudent. Never.

19. What does this warning sign mean?

A hill or slope ahead. The road is slippery when wet. Heavy vehicles are not allowed. A winding road ahead.

20. The 'implied consent law' says you have agreed to take a test for the alcohol content of your blood: Whenever you drive in the state. On the advice of any attorney. Only if ordered by a court. Only if you were observed breaking the law.

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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.