Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane, you should Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing. Make sure the pedestrian can see you before proceeding. Cautiously drive around the pedestrian.

2. 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.

3. What are anti-lock braking systems (abs) designed for? Allow the locking up of wheels in an accident. Limit your steering when you have been in an accident. None of the answers listed Prevent your wheels from locking up and allowing free steering.

4. What is an important step in turning? Check traffic in all directions. Increase your speed. Always move to the left lane.

5. What is not true about lane use signals? A flashing yellow x over a lane indicates that you can use that lane as a center left turn lane. A flashing yellow x over a lane indicates that you should leave that lane immediately. A green arrow over a lane indicates that you can drive in that lane A red x over a lane indicates that you cannot drive in that lane. A steady yellow x over a lane indicates that you should leave that lane as soon as possible.

6. What is a common factor in the traffic deaths of teenage drivers? Slow reflexes. Fear of taking risks. Lack of driving skill. Driving too slow.

7. 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.

8. When driving, you should stay at least: 20 feet behind the vehicle in front of you. One car length for each 10 mph of speed behind the vehicle in front of you. Three seconds behind the vehicle in front of you. Five seconds behind the vehicle in front of you.

9. Which lane must you be in before making a left turn from a one-way street? The lane nearest the right curb. The lane nearest the center of the street. The lane nearest the left curb

10. When is it acceptable to park in a disability parking space? If you have a disability license plate or placard. If you have an injury that you have not yet reported. Whenever you feel like it If you are just going to be in the corresponding building for a short amount of time. If you make sure there are other open disability parking spaces available.

11. Who can register to be an organ donor with their license application? Anyone over age 18 on their own, and any minor age 16 and over whose parents consents in writing. Anyone age 18 and over. Anyone age 60 or younger Anyone whose parents consents in writing. Anyone age 21 and over.

12. 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.

13. A good safety rule, when you are sure you have a legal right-of-way, is: Always take it. Never insist on it. Always let the other driver have it.

14. If you are following a truck that swings left before making a right turn at an intersection, you should remember that it is very dangerous to: Try to squeeze between the truck and curb to make a right turn. Apply your brakes until the truck has completed the turn. Violate the 4-second following distance rule. Honk your horn at the truck driver.

15. On a 2-way-2-lane roadway, where travel is going in the same direction, what does a separation of lines that indicates it is acceptable to pass or change lanes look like? Single broken white line. Single broken yellow line. Single solid white line Single solid yellow line.

16. Continuous hard braking on ice and snow often: Locks the front wheels causing loss of steering. Keeps the brakes from freezing. Helps you stop sooner.

17. What should you yield right-of-way to? All of the answers listed. Pedestrians. The driver who arrives at an intersection first Bicyclists. The driver to the right if you arrive at the intersection at the same time.

18. You drive defensively when you: Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards. Look only at the car in front of you while driving. Always put one car length between you and the car ahead

19. To help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces you should: Step sharply on the brakes to slow down quickly. Avoid quick stops. Follow in the tracks of the vehicle in front of you. Aim for low spots on the road.

20. Which of these statements is not true about road workers? Road working equipment is painted orange. Fines are doubled for some violations committed in construction zones. White signs tell you of closed lanes and roadwork ahead. All of the above.

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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.