Maryland DMV practice test 4

1. What is the correct procedure for using headlights when operating windshield wipers in inclement weather in Maryland?

1. Headlights are optional if visibility is above average
2. Headlights must be turned on
3. Only fog lights should be used
4. Headlights should be turned off to reduce glare

2. Why should a driver avoid honking their horn when approaching a bicyclist?

1. It is illegal to honk near bicycles.
2. Loud noises can startle bicyclists, causing a crash.
3. Bicyclists cannot hear horns.
4. Honking causes the bicyclist to stop immediately.

3. What is the minimum stopping distance requirement for bicycle brakes on dry, level, clean pavement when traveling at 10 miles per hour?

1. Within 10 feet
2. Within 15 feet
3. Within 20 feet
4. Within 25 feet

4. What is the maximum wattage rating for the electric motor of an electric bicycle as defined in this section?

1. 750 watts or less
2. 1000 watts or less
3. 500 watts or less
4. No limit

5. What is the correct procedure when a large truck is making a right turn at an intersection?

1. Wait to see whether the truck is planning to turn before passing.
2. Pass the truck on the right immediately to save time.
3. Stop completely and wait for the truck to clear the intersection.
4. Honk your horn to signal the truck to turn faster.

6. Where should you stop if a traffic signal is not working and there is no clearly marked stop line?

1. Before entering a crosswalk
2. Inside the intersection center
3. On the shoulder of the road
4. At the end of the sidewalk

7. According to the Maryland Driver Handbook, at what Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) level are drivers considered to be driving under the influence of alcohol?

1. .05
2. .08
3. .10
4. .12

8. Who has the right-of-way when a motor vehicle is making a turn?

1. The motor vehicle
2. The bicyclist
3. Whichever vehicle arrived at the intersection first
4. The pedestrian only

9. What action should a driver take before opening a car door?

1. Check for bicyclists approaching from behind
2. Honk the horn to alert others
3. Wait for the bicyclist to stop completely
4. Signal left before opening the door

10. What is the purpose of a single broken white line on the pavement?

1. It marks the right edge of the road.
2. It separates lanes where traffic travels in opposite directions.
3. It separates lanes where traffic travels in the same direction and permits crossing.
4. It indicates that lane changing is discouraged.

11. Why might a driver encounter black ice on a road that appears dry?

1. Black ice forms only when snow falls directly onto the asphalt.
2. It is caused by ice or snow melting and re-freezing.
3. Black ice occurs exclusively on bridges and ramps.
4. It forms when the temperature drops below freezing without any prior moisture.

12. Which color is designated for signs indicating work zones, requiring drivers to pay close attention?

1. Blue
2. Green
3. Orange
4. Yellow

13. When passing a bicyclist, what is the minimum distance a motor vehicle driver must leave between their vehicle and the bicycle?

1. At least 3 feet
2. Exactly 1 foot
3. As close as possible to save space
4. Half the width of the lane

14. Under what specific circumstance is a driver with a Provisional License permitted to drive unsupervised between 12:00 midnight and 5:00 a.m.?

1. Driving to or from a grocery store for personal errands
2. Driving to, from, or during their job
3. Driving to or from a friend's house for a social gathering
4. Driving to or from a shopping mall

15. What does the octagonal shape of a traffic sign signify?

1. Yield to other vehicles.
2. Stop completely.
3. Proceed with caution.
4. No passing zone.

16. Under what condition are you permitted to stop your vehicle in the moving lanes of an interstate highway?

1. You are not allowed to stop in the lanes where traffic is moving.
2. Only if you are in a funeral procession with hazard lights on.
3. When you need to check a map or adjust your mirrors.
4. If there is no traffic approaching from behind.