Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. Drivers must be cautious if it starts to rain on a hot day because pavement can be very slippery for the first few minutes due to Oil in the vehicle. Oil in the asphalt. Melting of tires Water in the asphalt.

2. Give the right-of-way to any pedestrian who is: Crossing any street. In a marked crosswalk. In any crosswalk or intersection.

3. If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the surface of the road, you should Keep the steering wheel straight. Not stop until your tires are gripping the road again. Ease your foot off the gas pedal All of the above.

4. Why might a driver license be cancelled? All of the answers listed. If a parent requests it for their minor child. If fraud was committed in obtaining the license If the applicant didn't give required or correct information on the application. If it is determined that the individual was not supposed to be issued the license.

5. Where should your hands be when you are at a traffic stop? At your sides. On the window. Wherever you want On the steering wheel. One the passenger seat.

6. To turn left from a one-way street onto a one-way street, use: The lane closest to the left curb. Any lane as long as it is safe. The lane closest to the right curb. Any lane that is not occupied.

7. 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.

8. While driving on a roadway with single broken white line markings: You must stay within your lane. You may change lanes only if in the left lane. You may cross it to change lanes.

9. If an oncoming vehicle has started to turn left in front of you: Maintain your speed and take your right-of-way. Slow or stop your car to prevent an accident. Honk your horn to warn the other driver and maintain your speed. Accelerate so you can clear the dangerous area quicker.

10. Where should you start making a u-turn when driving on a divided street with multiple lanes in your direction? On the shoulder. In the left lane. In the median. Any of the above.

11. You may legally block an intersection: When you entered the intersection on the green light. During rush hour traffic. Under no circumstances

12. Drivers must use bright lights only when driving At night, on the express highway. At night, in the open country without other cars nearby. At night, in the city At night, under the influence of alcohol.

13. 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.

14. Which of the following should you do if an authorized emergency vehicle is utilizing its audible or visual signals? Accelerate to get away from the emergency vehicle. Pass the emergency vehicle that isn't stopped. Pull to the left of the roadway Pull in front of the emergency vehicle. Pull to the right of the roadway and wait for the emergency vehicle(s) to pass.

15. You are driving defensively when you: Always put one car length between you and the car ahead of you. Stare at the car in front of you while driving. Keep your eyes moving and look for possible hazards. All of the above.

16. Which of the following actions escalates road rage? Tailgating. Blowing the horn. Forcing a car off the road. All of these.

17. Which of the following is not a good practice to follow for defensive driving? Adjust your speed, position, and direction to respond to roadway conditions, enhance vehicle control, and increase response time. Assume that other drivers will do what they are supposed to do. None of the answers listed Let other drivers know your intentions by using turn signals. Maintain a safe distance between your vehicle and other roadway users.

18. What is the recommended safe distance between you and the vehicle ahead of you in good weather and driving conditions? At least 100 feet distance behind the vehicle in front of you. At least 3 to 4 seconds driving time behind the vehicle in front of you. At least 4 to five seconds driving time behind the vehicle in front of you At least one to two seconds driving time behind the vehicle in front of you. At least two to 3 seconds driving time behind the vehicle in front of you.

19. Teenage drivers are more likely to be involved in a crash when: They are driving with their peer as a passenger. They are driving with adult passengers. They are driving with teenage passengers. They are driving without any passengers.

20. What is the minimum following distance under ideal driving conditions? 1 second. 10 seconds. 20 seconds. 35 seconds. 3-4 seconds.

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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.