Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. To help avoid crashes, you should: Communicate with other drivers on the road. Ignore other drivers on the road. Drive on side streets and back roads. Avoid driving during rush hour.

2. How many feet must you stop from the front or back of a school bus when their alternating red lights are flashing? 10 100 2 20 50

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. On a road with 3 or more lanes traveling in the same direction, stay in the ____ lane, except to pass. Shoulder. Right. Middle. Left.

6. 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.

7. Roadways are the most slippery: After it has been raining for awhile. During a heavy downpour. The first rain after a dry spell

8. The driver of a vehicle must always yield the right-of-way to which of the following? A mobility-impaired individual using a manual or motorized wheelchair, motorized scooter, crutch, cane or walker. A blind or partially blind pedestrian carrying a clearly visible white cane or accompanied by a guide dog/service animal. A deaf or partially deaf person accompanied by a guide/service dog All of the answers listed.

9. 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.

10. What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not have signals (such as lights or crossing gates) Always bring the car to a complete stop. Slow down and be prepared to stop. Do nothing-- all railroad crossings have signals Increase speed to get across the tracks quickly.

11. The purpose of anti-lock brakes is: To keep brakes from squeaking or grinding. To slow the car faster. To keep wheels from locking and allow steering while braking To save wear and tear on brake pads.

12. You must not use ____ to exit the freeway, even in a traffic jam. An entrance ramp. The rightmost lane. An exit ramp. A deceleration lane.

13. To turn left from a one-way street to another one-way street, a driver must begin the turn From the right lane and make the turn close to the right curb. From the right lane and make the turn close to the left curb. From the left lane and make the turn close to the right curb From the left lane and make the turn close to the left curb.

14. What should you do to manage risk and be a responsible driver? Adjust your speed, position, and direction in accordance to roadway conditions. Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles. All of the answers listed Always use caution. Use turn signals so other drivers know your intentions.

15. Streets and highways are most slippery: When it has been raining hard for several hours. When they are clean and dry. Just after it starts to rain

16. If you are unable to see the road ahead while driving through heavy rain or fog, and your wipers do not help, you should: Turn on your high-beams and continue driving. Pull off the road completely until visibility improves. Slow down and continue driving. Slow down, turn your emergency lights on and continue driving.

17. What kinds of signs are used to indicate emergency traffic incidents? Bright blue signs. Bright green signs. Fluorescent yellow signs Dark red signs. Fluorescent pink signs.

18. 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.

19. Who must sign a minor's application for a license? A friend the minor has known for at least two years. A relative that isn't a guardian. None of the answers listed A teacher from the minor's current school. A parent or guardian.

20. When you are driving slowly in the freeway fast lane, blocking traffic which wishes to pass, you should: Change lanes to the right when it is safe to do so. Only change lanes when there are five or more vehicles behind you. Not change lanes when you are driving the speed limit. Turn your emergency lights on to signal other vehicles that they need to use another lane.

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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.