Clone of Driver Education Final

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1. A driver may pass another vehicle if...

there is a single broken yellow line between the two lanes.

there are two solid yellow lanes between the two lanes.

there is a solid yellow lane on his/her side of the road.

there is a double white line between two lanes of travel.

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2. What can a driver do from a shared left turn lane?

Turn off or turn onto a multi-lane road.

Pass other drivers who are blocking traffic.

Drive for several miles until he/she finds an appropriate place to turn off.

Make a right turn.

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3. Which is used to mark the right edge of the road?

Broken yellow line

Broken white line

Solid yellow line

Solid white line

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4. When starting a vehicle, in most cases, the gear selector should be in...

Park (P)

Neutral (N)

Drive (D)

Reverse (R)

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5. According to MD vehicle law, open containers are...

any container of any liquid.

any alcohol beverage that is not as originally packaged.

any open container, no matter what is in the container.

none of the above.

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6. If a driver unexpectedly drives off the road and wants to return, the driver should...

brake hard.

jerk the steering wheel to the left.

ease off the accelerator and carefully steer back onto the roadway.

push hard on the gas pedal to spin the wheel.

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7. If a learner's permit holder is convicted of a moving violation, he/she...

must restart the 9 month waiting period to be eligible for a provisional license.

must complete the Driver Improvement Program online.

must wait until he/she is 21 to receive a driver’s license.

none of the above.

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8. If a responding emergency vehicle is approaching from behind, a driver should

stop in his/her lane and allow the emergency vehicle to pass.

move as close as possible to the edge of the road and stop.

flash emergency lights to warn drivers ahead.

call 911 to report the emergency vehicle.

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9. Which of the following is true?

A driver is safer when thrown out of the car in a crash.

Airbags have made seatbelts unnecessary.

If the car is on fire or submerged in water, a seat belt will make it harder to escape.

Seatbelts may cause injury in a crash, but will cause less injuries than if a driver was not belted

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10. A driver should use S.E.E.

only when preparing to drive.

only when backing up.

only when turning.

consistently when driving.

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11. When must a driver stop for a school bus?

When its yellow lights are flashing.

When the bus is stopped at a stop light.

When its red lights are flashing, and there is no barrier between his/her vehicle and the bus.

Only if his/her vehicle is behind the bus.

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12. A red indicator light on the dashboard indicates...

a serious vehicle malfunction that must be addressed immediately.

a vehicle malfunction that should be addressed but is not urgent.

a vehicle system that is operating.

a minor vehicle malfunction.

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13. If a driver with a provisional license is convicted of a traffic offense...

he/she is ineligible to convert to a full license until he/she has not been convicted of an offense for eighteen consecutive months.

he/she will no longer able to transport non-family members.

he/she will have his/her provisional license suspended.

the person who co-signed for his/her license will also receive points on their record.

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14. How long do alcohol related charges stay on a driving record?

Two years

Five Years

Until a driver renews his/her license

Forever

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15. If a driver is under age 21, the maximum legal BAC is..

Less than .02

Less than .05

Less than .07

Less than .08

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16. Which of these is good advice when driving on the same road as a motorcycle?

Always speed up and pass them.

Do not attempt to share a lane with a motorcycle.

Never allow a motorcycle to follow closely behind.

Always honk the horn when passing a motorcycle.

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17. During the first 5 months of the provisional period, provisional license holders under 18...

must not have passengers under the age of 18, unless accompanied by a qualified supervising driver or unless the passengers are direct family members.

must have all passengers in the front seat.

may have as many passengers as will fit into their vehicles.

may only have passengers during daytime hours.

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18. In a school zone, when would a driver be required to stop?

When school is in session.

When there are students on the sidewalk.

When there are school buses on the street.

When directed to stop by a signal or crossing guard.

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19. A new driver under the age of 25 is required to practice night driving for at least _______ hours.

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20. A parking brake...

can be called an emergency brake because it will always stop a vehicle if the brakes fail.

is used to secure a vehicle only when parked on a steep incline.

is used to secure a vehicle when parked.

will not allow a vehicle to move if in place.

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21. To obtain a provisional license in Maryland,

new driver must pass a skills test including a closed course and an open road test.

a new driver must be registered for driver education.

a new driver must have held a learner’s instructional permit for 18 months.

a new driver must successfully complete 40 hours of practice driving.

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22. What must a driver do at a flashing yellow light?

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Be ready for traffic light ahead.

Stop and wait until light stops flashing.

Stop and proceed only when clear.

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23. The purpose of traffic signs is...

to direct, to decide, and to stop drivers.

to observe, to direct, and to guide drivers.

to stop, to warn, and to decide drivers.

to regulate, to warn, and to guide drivers.

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24. According to Maryland law, who must wear a seatbelt?

Only passengers under 18 and the driver.

Only front seat passengers and the driver.

Only passengers under 21 and the driver.

All passengers and the driver regardless of age or position in the vehicle.

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25. The best way to reverse a vehicle when turning is...

turn so the driver is facing the direction he/she is going and use one hand to steer straight.

turn around once and then use mirrors.

Complete head check, look behind you while moving, and then use mirrors and back up cameras (if available) consistently.

back up as quickly as possible because it is a risky maneuver.

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26. If a driver needs to turn right at an intersection and the signal is red...

the driver may turn right immediately.

the driver may turn right after searching the intersection.

the driver may turn right after coming to a complete stop, searching the intersection, and if a right turn on red is permitted.

the driver must wait until the light turns green.

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27. According to MD law, how much room must a driver give a cyclist?

At least 3 feet.

At least 5 feet.

At least 7 feet.

At least 10 feet.

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28. Distracted pedestrians are...

a small problem.

a problem that is growing less serious annually.

a problem that is becoming more significant every year.

not a problem.

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29. Which of the following is true about large trucks and buses?

Large trucks and buses have a smaller blind spot than cars.

Large trucks and buses take less space to make a right turn.

Large trucks and buses have a shorter stopping distance.

Many people are killed in crashes involving large trucks or buses every year.

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30. When traveling on snowy or icy roads, what adjustment should a driver make?

Increase speed to avoid emergency vehicles.

Flash headlights every 30 seconds to increase visibility.

Reduce speed to avoid problems with reduced traction.

Sound horn when approaching intersections.

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31. The condition of a vehicle riding on a film of water is known as

lane surfing.

hydroplaning.

skimming.

understeering.

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32. When stopping at a stop sign where there is no crosswalk or stop line, the vehicle should be stopped

before the back of the vehicle enters the intersection.

before the front of the vehicle enters the intersection.

when the front of the vehicle is even with the stop sign.

before the front of the vehicle is even with the stop sign.

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33. If a vehicle’s engine fails (completely shuts down) what should a driver do with the brake?

Keep firm steady pressure on the brake.

Keep light pressure on the brake.

Press the brake every 3-4 seconds to avoid lock-up.

Do not touch the brake until safely off the road and out of the path of travel.

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34. The legal definition of aggressive driving is

being rude to law enforcement and other drivers when driving.

being rude to law enforcement when given a citation.

committing two moving violations at the same time.

committing three moving violations at the same time.

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35. When starting a vehicle, a driver should have

one foot on the accelerator and one foot on the brake.

one foot on the brake and the other on the dead pedal (floor).

one foot on the accelerator and the parking brake engaged.

the parking brake engaged and both feet off all pedals.

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36. What is the first thing a driver should do after deciding to make a turn?

Stop when necessary.

Signal at least 100 feet from turn.

Slow down.

Put down any electronic devices.

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37. Which of these is a safe thing to do when driving through a tunnel?

Turn on lights and take off sunglasses.

Drive through as quickly as possible.

Turn off the lights and put on sunglasses.

Turn on the hazard lights when entering.

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38. A driver should be __________from the vehicle in front of him/her.

at least 2 seconds

at least 2 car lengths

at least 3 – 4 seconds

3 – 4 car lengths

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39. Which groups can sanction a driver if he/she is caught drinking and driving?

MVA and the driver’s school district.

The court system and the MVA.

The court system and the driver’s school district.

Only the MVA .

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40. When entering an expressway, in the acceleration lane a driver should

search for a gap in traffic and adjust speed to the speed of the traffic.

set the cruise control for highway speed.

stop and check traffic for a suitable gap.

get as close to the vehicle ahead as possible so he/she can merge into the same gap.

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41. A provisional license holder under 18 may not drive without special permission

Between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.

Between 12:00 am and 5:00 am.

Between 5:01 am and 11:59 pm.

Between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

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42. What is the most important and safest thing a driver should do just before driving away?

Lock the doors.

Check around the vehicle.

Put on the safety belt and put away electronics.

Make sure the gas tank is full.

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43. What should a driver do when he/she gets to a speed bump?

Maintain current speed

Accelerate

Steer around

Reduce speed to a suggested limit

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44. If two vehicles arrive at a 4-way intersection which driver would NOT have the right of way?

The driver who is making a left turn across the travel path

The driver who arrives first at an intersection

The driver who is driving on a larger primary road

The driver on the right if both drivers arrive at the same time.

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45. What are “No Zones”?

Areas that are off limits to passenger vehicles.

Lanes created especially for large trucks.

Areas of limited visibility around large trucks.

Areas that are reserved for official and emergency vehicles only.

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46. The purpose of a diamond-shaped yellow sign with black markings is to

guide drivers to rest areas.

warn of hazards ahead

indicate right of way.

indicate a lower speed limit.

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47. When driving in fog

use low beam headlights.

use high beam headlights for better visibility.

use the vehicle’s horn at 10 second intervals.

turn on the heat in the vehicle.

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48. A flashing red light at an intersection means that a driver must

stop and wait until it stops flashing.

stop only if there is cross traffic.

slow down and proceed with caution.

make a complete stop and proceed when the way is clear.

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49. According to Maryland Driver Education curriculum, if a driver consumes alcohol, he /she should

plan not to drive.

only drive during daylight hours.

eat plenty of food to absorb the excess alcohol.

monitor his/her BAC so that he/she knows that he/she is safe to drive.

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50. What does a yield sign mean?

Stop at the intersection.

Wildlife warning.

Give way to other motorist, cyclist, and pedestrians.

Dangerous road conditions.

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