Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of these is a good way to spot driving hazards? Focus on the vehicle ahead. Focus on your inside mirrors. Scan ahead of your vehicle. Always use your high-beam headlights.

2. Before changing lanes or attempting to pass another vehicle, you should: Check your blind spots, mirrors, and look over shoulder toward the rear. Signal your intention before changing lanes. All of the above

3. Which of the following is a good preparation method to maintain while driving? Be ready to change speed or lanes. All of the answers listed. Constantly observe your surroundings Search ahead for potential risks.

4. You should increase the distance between your car and the vehicle ahead when you: Follow small passenger car. Are crowded by a tailgater. Drive slower than the posted speed limit. All of the above.

5. You are at a red traffic signal. the traffic light turns green, but there are still other vehicles in the intersection. you should: Wait until the vehicles clear the intersection before entering. Move ahead only if you can go around the other vehicles safely. Enter the intersection and wait for traffic to clear. Honk your horn to warn other drivers of your presence and then enter the intersection.

6. The first rule of a safe and legal turn is To cut corners while turning. To move into the proper lane well before the turn. To increase the speed To reduce the speed.

7. A maryland learner's permit holder may only drive while accompanied by a supervising driver who is at least ____ years old. 15 25 21 18 19

8. On long trips you can prevent drowsiness by Turning on your car radio. Slowing down so you can react better. Stopping at regular intervals for a rest Moving your eyes from side to side as you drive.

9. Which of the following is true of a steady red signal? All of the answers listed. You must come to a complete stop. You may turn right on red so long as no sign prohibits such You may turn left from a one-way street onto another one-way street so long as no sign prohibits such. You must stop before the stop line or crosswalk.

10. Changing from one lane to another is best done: Gradually and carefully. When a car is in your blind spot. Quickly and often.

11. Stopping distances and severity of crashes: Decrease as vehicle speed increases. Are not affected by vehicle speed. Increase as vehicle speed increases.

12. When changing lanes: Check the inside rearview mirror. Slow down. Look over your shoulder to make sure the lane is clear.

13. If you are driving and you find that nothing seems to help you stay awake, you should: Turn on your air-conditioner and drink coffee. Open your windows and turn up the radio. Pull off the road, park, remove your ignition key and rest. Drive faster so you can reach your destination quicker.

14. One of the rules of defensive driving is Look straight ahead as you drive. Stay alert and keep your eyes moving. Expect that other drivers will make up for your errors Be confident that you can avoid danger at the last minute.

15. 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.

16. What does this sign mean?

A crew at work. A blind pedestrian crosswalk. A hospital zone ahead. A flagger at a work zone.

17. What should you do when parking your vehicle? All of the listed answers. Park as close to the curb as possible if there is a curb. Park in a designated area when required Park your car as far away from traffic as possible.

18. Flashing arrow panels may be used in work zones to Guide drivers into the correct lane. Stop all vehicles near a work zone. Direct vehicles into certain parking areas Indicate the permissible speed limit.

19. Other drivers are not making room for you to merge onto a freeway with heavy traffic. if it is absolutely necessary, you may: Make room by forcing your way into a small gap. Reverse and exit the highway through the entrance ramp. Drive onto a freeway shoulder until a gap appears. Stop before merging with freeway traffic.

20. If you accidentally take the wrong exit off an interstate, you should: Back up carefully onto the highway. Make a u-turn on the ramp and stay in the shoulder. Continue on the exit and find a way to re-enter the interstate Pull over and call for a police escort back onto the road.

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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.