Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following hand signals would a driver use to indicate that s/he is turning left? Right hand and arm up, keeping hand and arm still. Left hand and arm straight out, keeping hand and arm still. Left hand and arm down, keeping hand and arm still. Left hand and arm up, keeping hand and arm still.

2. A rectangular-shaped sign is: School crossing sign. Railroad crossing sign. Stop sign. Speed limit sign.

3. When you park on the roadway, you should: Use your 4-way flashers. Park at an angle. Keep your turn signals on. Turn your lights on.

4. What is true of the solid white lines found on an interstate that divide the entrance and the interstate? Between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., you may cross them. None of the answers listed. You may cross them as long as there isn't a car coming in the lane to the left of the markings You may cross them anytime you wish. You should not cross them.

5. When your vehicle is skidding, what should you do? Look into the opposite direction that you want the vehicle to go. None of the answers listed. Steer away from the direction of the skid Quickly use the brake. Quickly accelerate the vehicle.

6. 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.

7. Rumble strips are intended to alert drowsy or inattentive drivers through vibration and sound that they are Approaching a school zone. Approaching a freeway. Approaching a parking zone or playground Approaching a stop sign or signal.

8. Which of the following is considered an open alcohol container in maryland? All of the listed answers. An empty whisky bottle. An open can of beer An open bottle of a vodka.

9. When are audio devices that go in or cover both ears permissible to wear while driving? They are never permissible, unless it is a hearing aid. Only when it's daytime. Only when you are driving on the interstate They are never permissible. Only when there are no other cars on the road.

10. A red arrow at an intersection indicates that The turning traffic must increase speed and turn quickly. The turning traffic must slow down. The turning traffic must stop The turning traffic must proceed with the same speed.

11. To avoid getting rear-ended by another vehicle in an emergency, you should: Turn your head and look over your shoulder. Check your rearview mirror often. Start braking early as a signal to the driver behind you. Drive with your left foot on the brake pedal at all times.

12. Orange signs always indicate which of the following? Construction and maintenance. General warnings. Road services Guidance information. Prohibitions and warnings.

13. What is the 'passenger restriction' on provisional license drivers? Unless a direct family member, provisional license drivers cannot have passengers under age 16 for the first five months of their provisional license. Unless a direct family member, provisional license drivers cannot have passengers under age 16 for the first nine months of their provisional license. Unless a direct family member, provisional license drivers cannot have passengers under age 18 for the first five months of their provisional license Unless a direct family member, provisional license drivers cannot have passengers under age 16 for the first year of their provisional license. Unless a direct family member, provisional license drivers cannot have passengers under age 18 for the first year of their provisional license.

14. A steady green arrow on a traffic signal indicates: That it is legal to turn, but you still must yield to pedestrians or cars still in the intersection. That pedestrians may cross from that side only. That traffic on the cross road is one way in that direction That you may turn in that direction with impunity.

15. If it is necessary to make an emergency stop while driving on an interstate, you should: Get out of the vehicle and flag down the first vehicle that passes. Pull off the road, turn on your emergency flashers and stay in your vehicle if you can. Blow the horn at passing cars to get their attention.

16. When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within ____ feet of a vehicle traveling in your direction. 300 400 200 100

17. Driving slower than other traffic tends to: Make an accident more likely to happen. Make an accident less likely to happen. Not change the chances of having an accident. Is a defensive driving technique.

18. Assuming that the street is level, what should you do after you have finished parallel parking in a space between two other cars Leave your front wheels turned toward the curb. Make sure your car almost touches the car behind you. Move as far forward in the space as possible Straighten your front wheels and leave room between cars.

19. ____ on your side of the road indicates a no-passing zone. A broken white line. A solid yellow line. A broken yellow line. None of the above.

20. You come to an intersection which is blocked by other traffic. you should Go slowly until the traffic ahead moves. Get as close as possible to the other car. Stay out of the intersection until you can pass through. Sound your horn to make the cars move up.

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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.