Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. What is the basic speed law? Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. Never drive faster than the posted speed limits. Keep up with the flow of traffic. All of the above.

2. When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way Either one. Vehicle on the left. Vehicle on the right. Neither one.

3. When two drivers reach an intersection at the same time, who has the right of way? The car to the left of the other. The car to the right of the other. The larger of the two cars Whichever driver is waved along by the other.

4. Using the unpaved shoulder of the road to pass to the right of a car is permitted if: The car ahead is waiting to turn left. It should never be done. You are turning right at the next corner. You are riding a motorcycle.

5. A driver may pass on the right of another vehicle in which of these situations? When entering a tunnel or bridge. When the motor vehicle ahead is making or about to make a left turn. When the motor vehicle ahead is making or about to make a right turn. When passing on a hill or curve.

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. After you have passed a car you should return to the right lane when you See the front bumper of the other car in your mirror. Have put your turn signal on. Have turned your headlights on See the other car's headlights come on.

8. 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.

9. At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always: Stop, listen, and proceed cautiously. Slowly pass vehicles that seem to be stopped for no reason. Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming

10. Which of the following is true of a steady red signal? All of the answers listed. You must come to a complete stop. You may turn right on red so long as no sign prohibits such You may turn left from a one-way street onto another one-way street so long as no sign prohibits such. You must stop before the stop line or crosswalk.

11. 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.

12. When the signal is a steady green and it is safe to proceed, you may enter the intersection to ____ or ____. Back up in reverse or make a u-turn. Go straight ahead or turn. Make a u-turn or stay put Stay put or turn. None of the answers listed.

13. What effect might alcohol and another drug have when combined in your blood Increase the effects of both. Have no effect on driving ability. Reduce the effects of the drug or medicine Reduce the effects of the alcohol.

14. A steady green light at an intersection means that you: Must slow down and prepare to stop. Must stop and check for oncoming traffic before proceeding. May drive through the intersection if the road is clear. May not turn right.

15. Who has the right-of-way at an intersection with no crosswalks? Pedestrians, but only with the green walk signal. Vehicles, but they should slow down and be careful. Pedestrians always have the right-of-way. Motorcyclists always have the right-of-way.

16. 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.

17. You may cross solid yellow lines: To pass traffic moving in the same direction. During daylight hours only. At any time. When making turns.

18. You may drive in a bike lane: During rush hour traffic if bicycles are not present. No more than 200 feet before making right turn. Whenever bicycles are not present. Any time.

19. Which of the following would best improve traffic flow? Using public transportation. Eliminating the space cushion. Raising the speed limit. Banning cyclists from the road.

20. At an intersection of two-way streets, after coming to a full stop at a red traffic light, a driver may: Drive straight ahead if the way is clear. Turn left if the way is clear, unless posted. Turn right if the way is clear, unless posted. 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.