Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. Seatbelts properly worn will: Prevent accidents. Reduce the risk of injury. Keep you from moving your body. Increase the risk of injury.

2. What color are the markings for lanes specifically for bikes? Blue. Green. White. Yellow. Orange.

3. When you park on the roadway, you should: Use your 4-way flashers. Park at an angle. Keep your turn signals on. Turn your lights on.

4. It is more dangerous to drive at night than in daytime, because: The road is probably more slippery at night. Your reaction time is slower at night. You cannot see as far ahead at night

5. To avoid traction loss from hydroplaning, you should: Apply the brakes firmly. Drive at a constant speed. Slow down.

6. Which of these is recommended for driving at night on a dimly lit street? Keep instrument lights bright to be more visible to other drivers. Briefly look at oncoming headlights so you will not be blinded. Drive slowly enough to stop within the area lit by your headlights. Always use high-beam headlights.

7. What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not have signals (such as lights or crossing gates) Always bring the car to a complete stop. Slow down and be prepared to stop. Do nothing-- all railroad crossings have signals Increase speed to get across the tracks quickly.

8. You may legally block an intersection: When you entered the intersection on the green light. During rush hour traffic. Under no circumstances

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. You are going the wrong way when you see a ____ sign in your driving lane. Road closed ahead. Do not enter. One-way ahead. Take detour.

11. What is one of the most contributing factors in vehicle crashes? Driving at excessive speeds. Listening to music. Talking to a friend None of the answers listed.

12. 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.

13. A solid white line on the right edge of the highway slants in towards your left. that shows that There is an intersection just ahead. You are approaching a construction area. You will be required to turn left just ahead. The road will get narrower.

14. If your vehicle begins to skid, you should: Ease up on the gas pedal. Turn off the ignition. Brake as hard as possible.

15. An octagonal sign always means that the driver should ____. Maintain current speed. Pass on the left lane. Turn right at the next exit Come to a complete stop.

16. Which of the following does alcohol affect Recovery from headlight glare. Reaction time. Judgement of distances All of these choices.

17. What should you do if a tire blows out while you are driving? Hold your steering wheel tightly. Slowly release the gas pedal, if you must brake, do so gently. Bring the vehicle to a stop off the road, and change tire. All of the above.

18. When a highway is divided into two roadways by a median or barrier You must not drive across the median or barrier except to make a u-turn. You can drive across the median or barrier to make a left turn. You can drive across the median or barrier in emergencies You must not drive across the median or barrier except at an approved crossover.

19. When following another vehicle you should use: High beams. Low beams. Parking lights.

20. In a parking space reserved for people with disabilities, a non-disabled driver May park in an emergency. May not park, but stop in an emergency. May not park or stop, but may stand in an emergency May neither park, stop nor stand.

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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.