Maryland MVA permit practice test 11
25 questions written from the Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002), covering road signs, sharing the road, licensing laws and penalties. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Maryland MVA test has 25 questions and you need 22 right.
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Question 1What does this sign mean?
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C: Stop ahead. The Stop Ahead warning sign shows a stop sign is ahead; be ready to stop. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 4: B. Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 22.
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Question 2A Move Over violation results in death or serious injury. What is the penalty?
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C: $750 fine and 3 points. With death or serious injury, the penalty is a $750 fine and three points. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 8: D. Move Over Law, page 45.
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Question 3When does a Maryland suspension or revocation period begin?
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D: When the MVA receives your license. Suspension or revocation periods begin when the MVA receives your license. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 9: D. Administrative Actions, page 48.
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Question 4What does this sign mean?
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A: Yield ahead. The Yield Ahead warning sign shows a yield sign is coming up. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 4: B. Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 22.
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Question 5If you can't safely move over for a stopped vehicle with flashing lights, what must you do?
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B: Slow down to a safe speed considering weather, road, traffic and pedestrians. If it's not safe to move over, slow down to a safe speed considering conditions. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 8: D. Move Over Law, page 45.
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Question 6Which is the most severe administrative action against a Maryland license?
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B: Cancellation. Cancellation is more severe than suspension or revocation; the privilege is terminated and not reinstated. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 9: D. Administrative Actions, page 48.
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Question 7What does this sign mean?
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C: Traffic signal ahead. The Signal Ahead warning sign means a traffic signal is ahead. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 4: B. Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 22.
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Question 8According to the Maryland manual, in crashes between a car and a motorcycle, who is at fault more than half the time?
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A: The car driver. When there is a crash involving a car and a motorcycle, the car driver is at fault more than half the time. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 7: E. Motorcycles, page 39.
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Question 9What does a restricted license allow?
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A: Driving only for specific purposes like work and school. A restricted license lets you drive only for specific purposes, like getting to and from work and school. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 9: D. Administrative Actions, page 48.
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Question 10What does this sign mean?
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A: Sharp right turn. This warning sign shows a sharp right turn ahead. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 4: B. Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 22.
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Question 11At night, from how far must a bicycle's rear red reflector be visible under Maryland law?
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C: 600 feet. A bicycle ridden at night must have a red rear reflector that can be seen from 600 feet away, along with a white front headlight. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 10: M. Rules and Tips for Bicyclists, page 54.
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Question 12Why might the MVA cancel a license?
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C: If you committed fraud or gave incorrect information when applying. The MVA may cancel a license if you shouldn't have been licensed, gave incorrect information, or committed fraud. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 9: D. Administrative Actions, page 48.
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Question 13What does this sign mean?
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C: Traffic circle/roundabout ahead. This warning sign shows a traffic circle or roundabout ahead. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 4: B. Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 22.
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Question 14Who must wear a helmet on a bicycle in Maryland?
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C: Anyone under age 16, including passengers. Helmets are required for anyone under 16 riding on a bike, including passengers. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 10: M. Rules and Tips for Bicyclists, page 54.
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Question 15A provisional licensee under 18 is convicted of a first moving violation. What is required?
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D: Completing a driver improvement program. The first offense requires completing a driver improvement program. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 9: E. Penalties: Penalties for Minors, page 49.
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Question 16What does this sign mean?
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C: Road divides ahead. The Road Divides Ahead (divided highway begins) sign shows the road will split around a median. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 4: B. Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 22.
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Question 17At what speed does a Class 3 electric bicycle's motor stop assisting?
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C: 28 mph. Class 3 e-bikes provide pedal assist only and stop assisting at 28 mph; Classes 1 and 2 stop at 20 mph. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 10: N. Electric Low Speed Vehicles (Definitions), page 54.
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Question 18A provisional licensee under 18 gets a second moving violation conviction. What happens?
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C: A 30-day suspension followed by a 90-day employment and education only restriction. A second offense brings a 30-day suspension and a 90-day restriction to employment and education driving. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 9: E. Penalties: Penalties for Minors, page 49.
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Question 19What does this sign mean?
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D: Divided road ends ahead. Divided Road Ends Ahead means two-way traffic without a median is ahead. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 4: B. Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 22.
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Question 20What is the maximum motor rating for an electric bicycle under Maryland's definition?
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C: 750 watts. Electric bicycles have an electric motor rated 750 watts or less and fully operable pedals. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 10: N. Electric Low Speed Vehicles (Definitions), page 54.
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Question 21A third moving violation for a provisional licensee under 18 results in:
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B: A 180-day suspension, a young driver improvement program and a 180-day restriction. A third offense means a 180-day suspension, a young driver improvement program and a 180-day employment and education restriction. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 9: E. Penalties: Penalties for Minors, page 49.
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Question 22What does this sign mean?
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C: Side road enters ahead. The Side Road Enters Ahead sign warns that a road joins from the side. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 4: B. Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 22.
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Question 23What happens after a fourth moving violation for a provisional licensee under 18?
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C: License revoked; must pass all licensing tests to get it back. Four or more offenses result in revocation, and you must pass all licensing tests again. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 9: E. Penalties: Penalties for Minors, page 49.
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Question 24What does this sign mean?
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B: Lane ends, merge left. Lane Ends Merge Left tells drivers in the ending lane to merge left. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 4: B. Traffic Signs: Warning Signs, page 22.
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Question 25A provisional licensee age 18 or older gets a second moving violation. What happens?
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C: A 30-day suspension. For adults on a provisional license, the second offense is a 30-day suspension. Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002): Section 9: E. Penalties: Penalties for Adults, page 49.
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