Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. 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.

2. Which of the following factors does your stopping distance depend on? All of the answers listed. Condition of the brakes on the driver's vehicle. The response time of the driver Type and condition of the roadway the driver is traveling on. Condition of the tires on the driver's vehicle.

3. To know where traffic is behind you: Frequently check your rearview mirror. Look out the back window. Keep other vehicles out of your blind spots.

4. What should you do if stopped by a law enforcement officer for a traffic stop in maryland? All of the answers listed. Turn off the engine and radio and roll down your window. Pull to the side of the road Stay in your vehicle. Keep your hands in plain view.

5. Which of the following is not a true statement about safety belts? They slow your body down with your car. Seat belts should be worn low and snug on the hips and tight across the shoulder. You will be trapped after an accident if you wear a safety belt. They keep you from being thrown out of the car.

6. What is a crosswalk? A part of the road where people always have the right of way. Any part of the road where there may be delays in crossing. Any part of the road that is meant for pedestrian crossings Any part of the road where you must wait for a path to clear. Any part of the road where there is traffic.

7. What does this green arrow sign indicate to a driver?

Turn in the direction of the arrow. Stop at the sign. Do not make a left turn Clear the intersection immediately.

8. Generally speaking, you are in a large truck's blind spot if you: Drive close to the large truck's left front wheel. Cannot see the truck driver in the truck's side mirrors. Follow no closer than ten feet behind the large truck. All of the above.

9. A vehicle suddenly 'cuts' in front of you creating a hazard. which of these actions should you take first Swerve into the lane next to you. Honk and step on the brake firmly. Take your foot off the gas.

10. In order to qualify for a driver's license, an applicant must have a continuous field of vision of at least ____ degrees. 120 140 180 60 90

11. Which of the following lists only route marker signs? Interstate, U.S. route. None of the answers listed. Interstate, park and ride State route, airport. Mile marker signs, interstate.

12. When waiting to make a left turn, you should give the right-of-way to vehicles coming from the opposite direction: Until at least two vehicles have passed. Until dangerously close cars have passed. Until all of the cars have passed. Until your traffic signal starts changing to red, then you have to make a turn even if there are vehicles in the intersection.

13. How tall does a child need to be to no longer ride in a child safety seat? 3'0'. 3'7'. 4'9' 4'1'. 5'9'.

14. Which of the following does not happen after drinking Your reflexes and reaction time slow down. Your judgement of speed and distance is distorted. You are less alert You calm down so you can concentrate.

15. You may not cross a single broken white (or yellow) line When to do so would interfere with traffic. When turning left into a driveway. When the car in front is disabled. When passing to the right on a one-way street.

16. If you experience slipping, skidding or hydroplaning while driving, you should: Slowly ease the gas pedal. Do not turn or stop quickly, turn slowly and only as needed. Gently pump disc brakes or use abs brakes as directed. All of the above.

17. Drivers about to pass others should be especially careful of pedestrians and vehicles entering the road at: Crossroads, intersections and junctions. Railroad crossings and stations. Shopping center entrances and exits. All of the above.

18. A steady yellow light means that a ____ light will soon appear. Flashing yellow. Steady green. Steady red. Flashing red.

19. If you have had 3 beers in the past hour, about how long will it take for all the alcohol to leave your blood stream? One hour. Two hours. Three hours.

20. If you are being tailgated, you should: Brake quickly. Signal the tailgater when it is safe to pass you. Increase your following distance. Honk your horn and use your emergency indicators.

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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.