Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. On a 2-way-2-lane roadway, where travel is going in the same direction, what does a separation of lines that indicates it is acceptable to pass or change lanes look like? Single broken white line. Single broken yellow line. Single solid white line Single solid yellow line.

2. You may drive around or under a gate that is being lowered or raised at a railroad crossing As long as an approaching train is not too close. If your vehicle can do so without damaging the gate. If you first look carefully in both directions. Under no circumstances.

3. When you look ahead while driving, it is best to: Look beyond the car ahead of you. Look only at the back of the car ahead of you. Focus on the right side of your lane. Focus on the left side of your lane.

4. 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.

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

6. When you enter traffic from a stop (ex: pulling away from the curb), you: Should drive slower than other traffic for 200 ft. Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic. Should wait for the first vehicle to pass, then pull into the lane. Should expect other drivers to make room for you to enter traffic.

7. It is more dangerous to drive at night than in daytime, because: The road is probably more slippery at night. Your reaction time is slower at night. You cannot see as far ahead at night

8. Which of the following is not an example of a traffic warning sign? No passing zone. Slippery when wet. Park and ride Sharp right turn. t' intersection ahead.

9. Collisions can happen more often when: One lane of traffic is traveling faster than the other lanes. All vehicles are traveling about the same speed. One vehicle is traveling faster or slower than the flow of traffic

10. When you want to overtake and pass another vehicle you should Wait for a signal from the other driver. Change lanes quickly so the other driver will see you. Signal and pass when safe to do so Stay close behind so you need less time to pass.

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. You drive defensively when you: Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards. Look only at the car in front of you while driving. Always put one car length between you and the car ahead

13. To avoid glare from headlights of an approaching car: Flash your high beams. Keep looking briefly to the side of the road. Stay focused on the center line on the road.

14. Which of the following is used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turning Flashing red lights. Flashing yellow lights. White lines on the side of the road. White arrows in the middle of the lanes.

15. Vehicles stopped behind a school bus when the red lights are flashing must remain stopped until: The stop arm is retracted. All students are off the bus. The stop arm is retracted and the bus resumes motion.

16. Which is not a normal step to be taken when preparing to turn? Looking to all sides, including behind. Accelerating. Signaling the turn Looking for signs or signals that may determine when/where you can turn.

17. When a yellow arrow appears as you wait in a dedicated right turn lane, you should: Be prepared to obey the next signal that appear. Check for pedestrians and then turn with caution. Stop and do not make the turn under any circumstances. Accelerate to complete the turn quicker.

18. When passing a motorcyclist, drivers must Use the same lane as a motorcyclist. Use the rightmost lane to pass. Not pass in an adjacent lane Pass in an adjacent lane.

19. Which of the following statements about a freeway is not correct? Freeways are designed to handle higher-speed traffic safely. While using a freeway, cross a solid line immediately after entering or before exiting. Most freeways have deceleration lanes to assist the driver in exiting Enter a freeway smoothly by accelerating on the entrance ramp to match the speed of the traffic.

20. If there is a solid double yellow line in the center of the roadway, you: May turn left into a private driveway. Are on a one-way street. Are in a center left turn lane. May cross it to overtake slow moving vehicles.

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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.