Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. To avoid accidents, drivers should communicate with each other by: Signaling when changing lanes/direction, slowing down or stopping. Using their horns in emergencies and when really necessary. Using emergency flashers/flares/signs as needed. All of the above.

2. The purpose of anti-lock brakes is: To keep brakes from squeaking or grinding. To slow the car faster. To keep wheels from locking and allow steering while braking To save wear and tear on brake pads.

3. What must you do as soon as you hear or see an emergency vehicle approaching? If possible, move into a lane away from the emergency vehicle. Clear intersections. Move as close as possible to the edge of the road Remain stopped until the emergency vehicle passes. All of the answers listed.

4. Which situation is not a violation of the open alcohol container law? A new six pack of beer in the car. An empty beer bottle on the back seat of the car. An opened bottle of alcohol in the glove compartment A six pack of beer with one bottle missing in the back seat of the car. An empty bottle of beer on the floor of the car.

5. What must you do at a steady yellow signal? Change lanes. None of the answers listed. Speed up Turn left. Stop safely unless you are too far into the intersection.

6. If you are stopped at an intersection and the traffic light just turned green, can you go immediately? Yes, you now have the right-of-way. Yes, but yield to any vehicle or person still in the intersection. Yes, other traffic or pedestrians must yield to you. Yes, if you are going straight through the intersection.

7. If you are stopped at a traffic light and another vehicle is approaching you from behind at a high speed, you should Pull your vehicle forward. Pull your vehicle to the right. Pull your vehicle to the left Make a quick u-turn.

8. Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol content) The breathalyzer is a test of a person's bac. A chemical test for BAC is needed for an alcohol conviction. Bac levels are reduced by a person's physical fitness After drinking, coffee or a cold shower will lower your bac.

9. 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'.

10. When using a deceleration lane to exit a roadway: Do not follow the posted warning speeds unless the roadway is slippery. Do not slow down until your vehicle has moved onto the deceleration lane. Do not use your turn signal until the vehicle has moved onto the deceleration lane.

11. What must vehicles do to be granted right-of-way in a funeral procession? Nothing, they are automatically granted right-of-way. Have headlights and emergency flashers on. Drive slowly Funeral processions are never granted right-of-way. None of the answers listed.

12. The road edge on the right side is marked by a ____ line. Broken white. Solid yellow. Solid white. Broken yellow.

13. You want to turn left at an intersection. the light is green but oncoming traffic is heavy. you should Use the next intersection. Wait at the crosswalk for traffic to clear. Wait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear. Take the right-of-way since you have the light.

14. A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means: Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching. Look both ways as you cross the intersection. Always come to a full stop at the intersection. Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.

15. When driving in fog or mist, never put your headlights on high beam because: Approaching vehicles might not see you. The light will reflect back into your eyes. Vehicles behind you may follow too closely

16. Seatbelts are not effective: When traveling faster than 40 mph. At slow speeds. In the city. Seat belts are always effective.

17. 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.

18. What is the standard color for work zone activity? The color is brown. The color is orange. The color is green The color is white. The color is yellow.

19. What does a flashing yellow signal mean on a traffic light? Make a complete stop and yield to all other traffic. Stop and wait for the green light. Slow down and proceed cautiously The signal is about to change to red.

20. Use your headlights on rainy, snowy, or foggy days: On the high-beam setting. So other drivers can see you. To warn others of bad conditions. Only in combination with emergency lights.

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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.