Maryland DMV Driving Test

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1. When backing out of an angled parking space, you should always move slowly and: Look at your rearview mirror. Look over your right shoulder. Have someone outside of the vehicle direct you.

2. If your driving privilege has been revoked, you may: Drive only in an emergency. Still drive to and from work or school. Not drive in this state with any license or permit. Drive only in the presence of a licensed parent or guardian.

3. It is illegal to enter an intersection when: You cannot cross without obstructing traffic on either side. The lane you want to enter is blocked. The light is yellow. The light is flashing yellow and you have not come to a complete stop first.

4. If you rear-ended a car, you were probably: Looking in your rearview mirror too often. Weaving in and out of traffic. Following too closely. Driving too slow.

5. Which of the following correctly pairs the sign shape with its type of sign for signs in maryland? Crossbuck: highway-rail grade crossing. Diamond: railroad warning. Octagon: no passing Trapezoid: railroad warning. Triangle: school zone and school crossing.

6. What does a flashing red traffic signal indicate in maryland? Proceed with caution, but continue through the intersection. Come to a complete stop and wait for the light to turn green. None of the answers listed You may only make a right turn at this light. Come to a complete stop, yield to other traffic and pedestrians, and proceed when safe.

7. If you wish to enter an expressway or freeway, you must ____ before merging with the traffic. Move to the right-hand lane. Move to the acceleration lane. Move to the deceleration lane. Reduce your speed.

8. When passing a motorcyclist, drivers must Use the same lane as a motorcyclist. Use the rightmost lane to pass. Not pass in an adjacent lane Pass in an adjacent lane.

9. 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.

10. On a road with 3 or more lanes traveling in the same direction, the left-most lane is intended to be used For passing slower vehicles. For stopping vehicles in an emergency. By heavy trucks By slow-moving vehicles.

11. Which of the following statements is not true regarding the use of headlights? High beams are used for open country driving when there is no traffic in sight. High beams are used when traveling behind other vehicles. Low beams are used when traveling in fog, rain, or snow Low beams are used in city driving and driving in traffic on roadways.

12. Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol Decreases blood alcohol content. Cancels the effect of the alcohol. Has no effect on blood alcohol content Increases blood alcohol content.

13. What does a flashing yellow light mean Merging traffic. Proceed with caution. Pedestrian crossing. Come to a full stop.

14. If an oncoming vehicle has started to turn left in front of you: Maintain your speed and take your right-of-way. Slow or stop your car to prevent an accident. Honk your horn to warn the other driver and maintain your speed. Accelerate so you can clear the dangerous area quicker.

15. The amount of alcohol in the blood is referred to as: Blood alcohol concentration (bac). Implied consent (ic). Rate of alcohol consumption (rac).

16. If your vehicle has a steering wheel lock, should you ever turn off the ignition while it is moving? No, the steering wheel may lock and you can lose control of your vehicle. Yes, turning off the ignition will not affect the steering control. No, unless you want to coast downhill. Yes, but be prepared to skid if you step on the brakes too hard.

17. Which of the following are 3 types of intersections on the road? Controlled, uncontrolled, and blind. Blind, controlled, and diamond. Controlled, uncontrolled, and cloverleaf. Controlled, uncontrolled, and diamond.

18. What seats are required to always use a seatbelt? All of the seats. None of the seats are required to use seatbelts. Both the passenger and driver's seats The passenger's seat. Only the driver's seat.

19. A vehicle suddenly 'cuts' in front of you creating a hazard. which of these actions should you take first Swerve into the lane next to you. Honk and step on the brake firmly. Take your foot off the gas.

20. What should one do when at a flashing red signal? Come to a complete stop, and then start up immediately. Come to a complete stop, check for other cars, and then start up when it is clear. . Stop only if you see other traffic Come to a complete stop, yield to pedestrians and other cars, and then start up when it is clear. Slow down to less than 10 mph and stop only if you see other traffic.

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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.