Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. 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.

2. On a sharp curve, you should use your brakes to slow your vehicle: During the entire time you drive through a curve. Before you enter the curve. Just after you enter the curve. Just before you exit the curve.

3. You are on a highway with two traffic lanes in your direction and you see a vehicle stopped on the right shoulder of the road ahead with its hazard lights on. you should: Change lanes to the left and speed up. Slow down and pass very carefully. Stop your vehicle until you can see what happened. Stop your vehicle and call emergency services.

4. What does a flashing yellow traffic signal indicate in maryland? None of the answers listed. That pedestrians are crossing the street in front of you. Nothing - you may continue driving as if it were green That the signal is about to turn red. That you must slow down and proceed with caution.

5. When parallel parking how close to the curb should you be? Within 12 inches. Within 13 inches. Within 15 inches. Within 20 inches.

6. You may not pass another vehicle except When your lane is separated by a broken yellow line. When you are within 100 feet of a railroad crossing. On the right shoulder of the highway When there is a school bus on the same roadway with flashing lights.

7. Allow at least ____ of clearance between your car and a bicyclist when passing. 1 ft. 2 ft. 1.5 ft. 6 inches. 3 ft.

8. A red arrow pointing to the right on a traffic light means you may Turn in that direction after slowing and checking traffic. Turn in that direction after you come to a complete stop. Not turn in that direction until the light turns green.

9. Which of the following are examples of driving defensively? All of the answers listed. Observing your surroundings. Letting other drivers know your intentions by using turn signals Being ready to adjust your speed according to roadway conditions. Scanning the roadway ahead of you.

10. Which of the following is required by law when you encounter a steady red signal light? All of the listed answers. Come to a complete stop at the stop line, if one exists. Remain stopped as long as the signal is red When turning on a red signal, you must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and all other traffic.

11. Why should drivers and passengers adjust seat headrests in motor vehicles? It helps people relax, relieving the stress of driving. It helps people avoid and reduce the severity of neck injuries. It lets people maintain their hair styles. Tired people can prop up their heads, helping them stay alert.

12. How old do you have to be to be required to participate in the rookie driver/graduated licensing system? It doesn't matter - all new noncommercial driver's license applicants must participate, regardless of age. 21 14 16 18

13. On a two-way roadway with a center lane, drivers from either direction can make ____ from the center lane. Frequent stops. Right turns. Left turns. U-turns.

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

15. When parking your vehicle on any hill: One of your rear wheels should touch the curb. Use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in park. Your front wheels should be parallel to the road if there is no curb. Always turn your wheels towards the curb.

16. After a crash, police should always be called if: A domestic animal is struck. All listed choices are correct. An unlicensed driver is involved There is injury involved. Public property is damaged.

17. When can you drive using only your parking lights? 30 minutes after sunset or 30 minutes before sunrise. Under no circumstances. On foggy days when visibility is low. On rainy days when visibility is low.

18. When you want to overtake and pass another vehicle you should Wait for a signal from the other driver. Change lanes quickly so the other driver will see you. Signal and pass when safe to do so Stay close behind so you need less time to pass.

19. When you are facing a green light and there are pedestrians in the intersection: You must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians. Pedestrians must wait for you to cross. You have the right-of-way over pedestrians.

20. What must an individual do to convert their out-of-country license to a maryland driver's license? All of the answers listed. Knowledge test. Vision test Driving skills test. Mva approved 3 hour alcohol and drug education program.

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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.