Maine DMV Driving Test

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1. What is the benefit of a space cushion around your vehicle If another driver makes a mistake, you have time to react. Other drivers can 'cut' in front of you, improving traffic flow. It inflates to protect you from injury in case of a collision.

2. Blocking an intersection during 'rush hour' traffic is not permitted Unless you have the right of way or a green light. Under any circumstances, even if your light is green. Unless you entered the intersection on a green light.

3. While driving, never pass another motor vehicle on the right side, except When the vehicle you are passing is a truck or heavy vehicle. When the vehicle you are passing is in the left lane on a street or highway with one lane for traffic to move in the same direction. When the vehicle you are passing is in the left lane on a street or highway with two or more marked lanes for traffic to move in the same direction. When the vehicle you are passing is making a right turn and there is room for two or more lanes to move in the same direction.

4. When traveling behind a motorcycle: Allow a following distance of at least 2 car lengths. Allow at least 2 seconds of following distance. Allow a following distance of at least 4 motorcycle lengths. Allow at least 4 seconds of following distance.

5. Which of the following are valid ways to combat expressway hypnosis? All of the answers listed. Listen to music. Keep the inside of your vehicle at a cool temperature Vary your speed periodically. Scan the road ahead of you.

6. As you approach the top of a hill, you should: Prepare to stop if needed. Speed up slightly. Keep a steady speed.

7. Lighted arrows are sometimes used to control turns from a specific traffic lane. a green arrow: Means that you may go only if the green arrow is accompanied by a green light. Means the same as a circular green light, but you must go only in the direction the arrow indicates. Points the way to the airport Is used only on one-way streets.

8. The most effective safety restraints in a traffic crash are Lap and shoulder belt only. Combination lap/shoulder belt and air bag. No safety restraint. Air bag only.

9. What effect does drinking alcohol and taking a prescription drug or over the counter medicine have The medicine reduces the effect of the alcohol. No effect, they are different substances. The combination could multiply the effects of the alcohol The alcohol will help the medicine cure the cold.

10. A broken white line on the road represents A stop line at intersections. Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. An edge of the roadway Lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.

11. When you change lanes: Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move. Look in the left side mirror. Look into the rear-view mirror

12. Before you leave a parking space which is parallel to the curb you should Sound your horn. Turn on your 4-way flasher. Look for traffic by turning your head Look for traffic by using your inside rear-view mirror.

13. When a traffic signal turns green at an intersection and you are going straight through, you must Make sure there are no more vehicles coming through or still in the intersection. Stop and wait for the next signal. Drive your vehicle as quickly as possible through the intersection. Watch for the turning traffic.

14. What is the only medically proven method to remove alcohol or other drug combinations from your system? Fresh air. Coffee. Time.

15. Don't follow other cars too closely because: You may not see the road between the cars. You may not see the vehicle's turn signals. You may not see the other vehicle's brake lights You may not have time to stop if the vehicle in front of you slows or stops suddenly.

16. You may cross a single solid white line in the highway Whenever you want to. If traffic conditions require. Only to turn into a driveway. Only to make a u-turn.

17. The 'three-second rule' applies to the space ____ of your vehicle. To the sides. Ahead. In back. All around.

18. In work zones, barriers, such as drums cones and tunes are used to: Primarily inconvenience drivers. Make drivers drive slower and get angry. Keep traffic out of hazardous work zones.

19. As many as ____ accidents related to sleepiness at the wheel occur every year. 10,000 240,000 500,000 5,000 50,000

20. If your gas pedal gets stuck, you should: Apply the parking brake. Shift the car into neutral. Shift the car into park Shut off the ignition.

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To operate a motorcycle in Maine, you must have a motorcycle license. Licenses are issued by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). At age 16, you can apply for a license, permit, or endorsement on your current license. However, all applicants under the age of 18 must complete a basic driver's education course before completing the requirements for a motorcycle license. A motorcycle license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle permit, you must apply, submit your required documentation, successfully complete a hands-on rider education program, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. To receive a motorcycle license or endorsement on your driver's license, you must complete the permit process, submit your application and documentation, pass the motorcycle road skills test, and pay the fees. If you successfully passed a road skills test as part of your basic rider course, the motorcycle road test may be waived.

The motorcycle exams are taken through your local BMV. The knowledge exam contains 25 questions about motorcycle safety, operation, and road signs. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle road skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must check with the BMV to reschedule your next test.