20 questions from the Maryland driver handbook. Pick an answer to see the rule behind it.
1. What is the requirement regarding insurance identification cards when driving a motor vehicle in Maryland?
Answer: You must always have a valid insurance identification card with you. The handbook states that drivers must always have a valid insurance identification card with them while driving.
Maryland driver handbook, page 52: “You must always have a valid insurance identification card with you when driving a motor vehicle.”
2. Which of the following is NOT listed as information you must exchange with other drivers after a crash?
Answer: The color of your favorite shirt. The handbook lists specific identification and vehicle details to exchange, while personal preferences like shirt color are not mentioned.
Maryland driver handbook, page 43: “This includes: name, address, phone number, license plate number and state, driver’s license number, vehicle make and model, and insurance information.”
3. For which drivers is careful passing allowed when encountering a solid plus broken yellow line?
Answer: Traffic on the side of the broken line. The handbook specifies that passing is allowed only for traffic on the side of the broken line, while it is not allowed for traffic on the side of the solid line.
Maryland driver handbook, page 24: “Careful passing is: • Allowed for traffic on the side of the broken line. • Not allowed for traffic on the side of the solid line.”
4. What is the recommended behavior for drivers regarding motorcycles when merging or changing lanes?
Answer: Check two or more times before merging, changing lanes, and pulling into traffic. The handbook advises drivers to look twice to ensure safety when sharing the road with motorcycles.
Maryland driver handbook, page 46: “Driver, always check two or more times before merging, changing lanes, and pulling into traffic.”
5. According to the handbook, what is the maximum speed at which an electric low-speed vehicle can operate?
Answer: 20 miles per hour. The handbook states that electric low-speed vehicles can operate at a speed of up to 20 miles per hour.
Maryland driver handbook, page 54: “Can operate at a speed of up to 20 miles per hour.”
6. What does a red 'X' lane use signal indicate to a driver?
Answer: You must never drive in the lane. The handbook specifies that drivers are prohibited from driving in lanes marked with a red 'X' signal.
Maryland driver handbook, page 18: “You must never drive in a lane under a red “X” signal.”
7. What is the minimum continuous field of vision required to qualify for a driver's license?
Answer: At least 140 degrees. The handbook states that a continuous field of vision of at least 140 degrees is required.
Maryland driver handbook, page 7: “A continuous field of vision of at least 140 degrees.”
8. Why is it important to pay attention to warnings on prescription and over-the-counter drug labels before driving?
Answer: To determine if the medication impairs your ability to drive safely. The handbook advises checking labels for warnings about driving because certain medications can impair alertness and coordination.
Maryland driver handbook, page 33: “Look for warnings that tell you not to drive or use heavy machinery when taking the medication.”
9. What is the legal status of having an open container of alcohol in the passenger area of a vehicle?
Answer: It is against the law. The handbook clearly states that driving with an open container of alcohol in the passenger area is illegal.
Maryland driver handbook, page 33: “It is against the law to drive with an open container of alcohol in the passenger area of the vehicle.”
10. What is the purpose of single dotted yellow or white lines?
Answer: They continue lane lines through intersections. The handbook states that single dotted lines serve to continue lane lines through intersections.
Maryland driver handbook, page 24: “Single Dotted– Yellow or White Continues lane lines through intersections.”
11. What requirement applies to drivers convicted of moving violations regarding their license reinstatement period?
Answer: They must begin a new 18-month conviction-free period before getting their license back. The handbook states that after any conviction or probation before judgment, a new 18-month conviction-free period is required for license reinstatement.
Maryland driver handbook, page 49: “Also, after each conviction or probation before judgment for a moving violation, you will be required to begin a new 18-month conviction-free period before you can get your license back.”
12. According to the handbook, what action should a driver take if they begin to lose control of their vehicle due to hydroplaning?
Answer: Take your foot off the gas and keep the vehicle going straight. The handbook instructs drivers to remove their foot from the gas pedal and maintain a straight path while avoiding brake application to regain control.
Maryland driver handbook, page 30: “Take your foot off the gas. • Do not apply your brakes. • Keep your vehicle going straight.”
13. At what speed does a Class 3 electric bicycle stop providing motor assistance?
Answer: When the bicycle reaches a speed of 28 miles per hour. The handbook defines Class 3 electric bicycles as having motors that stop assisting once the bike reaches 28 miles per hour.
Maryland driver handbook, page 54: “stops providing assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of 28 miles per hour.”
14. What action is permitted when facing a steady red signal, assuming no sign prohibits it?
Answer: Turn right, or turn left from a one-way street to another one-way street. The handbook specifies that right turns and left turns between one-way streets are allowed on red after stopping, unless prohibited.
Maryland driver handbook, page 17: “Unless a sign prohibits turning on red, after coming to a complete stop, you may: • Turn right, or • Turn left from a one-way street to another one-way street.”
15. When is it appropriate to pull in front of a truck or bus after passing it?
Answer: When you can see both of its headlights in your rear-view mirror. The handbook specifies that drivers should only merge in front of a large vehicle once both headlights are visible in the rear-view mirror.
Maryland driver handbook, page 38: “Look for both of the bus or truck’s NO-ZONES headlights in your rear10' to 20' view mirror before you pull in front, and then do not slow down.”
16. According to the handbook, what action must you take if your vehicle cannot move after a crash and there are no injuries?
Answer: Call 911 immediately, give the location, and report that there are no injuries but you need police assistance. The handbook instructs drivers to call 911 and provide specific details when the vehicle is immobile, even without injuries.
Maryland driver handbook, page 43: “If there are no injuries, but your vehicle cannot move: • Call 911 immediately, give the location of the crash, and report that there are no injuries but you need police assistance.”
17. Under what condition is it appropriate to drive slower than the posted speed limit?
Answer: When road conditions are adverse, such as slippery roads or heavy traffic. The handbook advises reducing speed for adverse conditions like slippery roads or heavy traffic to maintain safety.
Maryland driver handbook, page 14: “You may drive slower than the posted speed limit, based on road conditions, but it is illegal to drive any faster than the posted speed limit.”
18. Which of the following is a required characteristic of an electric low-speed vehicle?
Answer: It weighs less than 100 pounds. The handbook lists that electric low-speed vehicles must weigh less than 100 pounds.
Maryland driver handbook, page 54: “Weigh less than100 pounds.”
19. Which of the following is the only permitted use of a wireless communication device for a driver holding a Provisional License?
Answer: Making a 911 emergency call. The handbook states that the sole exception to the ban on wireless devices for Provisional License holders is making a 911 emergency call.
Maryland driver handbook, page 47: “The only exception is a 911 emergency call.”
20. What is the minimum blood alcohol concentration level that will result in a license suspension in Maryland?
Answer: .08 percent. The handbook specifies that a blood alcohol concentration of .08 percent or higher triggers a license suspension.
Maryland driver handbook, page 47: “Your license will be suspended if your blood alcohol concentration is .08 percent or higher.”