Maryland DMV Practice Test 19

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Maryland Practice Test 19

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What steps should you take before changing lanes or passing another vehicle?

Check your blind spots and mirrors.

signal your intention before changing lanes.

All of the above.

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Why is blocking an intersection during rush hour traffic not allowed?

under any circumstances.

unless you entered the intersection on a green light.

unless you have the right-of-way.

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What precautions should you take when driving through a construction zone?

expect the unexpected.

slightly increase your speed.

come to a complete stop and check road conditions.

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Are you permitted to open the door on the road-facing side after parallel parking?

No, never.

Yes, but only if it does not interfere with bicyclists and other traffic.

Yes, always.

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How should you respond if smoke starts coming from under your vehicle's hood?

Try to fight the fire yourself.

Call the fire department and then pull off the road and park your vehicle.

Pull off the road and park your vehicle. Turn off the ignition, get away from the car and call the fire department.

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What is true about the effects of drugs on driving?

Prescription drugs are safe to use if they don't make you feel drowsy.

Only illegals drugs can impair your driving.

Even over the counter drugs can impair your driving.

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What type of headlights should a driver use when driving at night with no vehicles ahead?

low-beam lights.

parking lights.

high beam lights.

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What does a traffic sign with a red circle and a slash over a symbol indicate?

the maneuver shown by the symbol is not allowed.

the maneuver shown on the sign should be executed with extreme caution.

Do not drive faster than the posted speed limit.

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What must drivers do at intersections marked with stop lines?

signal other vehicles to stop.

come to a complete stop.

slow down and enter the intersection.

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Where is the safest place for children aged 12 and under to sit in a vehicle equipped with airbags?

in the bed of a pick-up truck.

buckled up in the front seat.

buckled up in the back seat.

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What does a yellow arrow signify?

If you intend to turn in the direction of the arrow, be prepared to stop.

The same as a steady yellow light.

Do not go in the direction of the arrow.

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What steps should you take if an oncoming vehicle’s high beams make it difficult to see the road ahead at night?

look straight ahead toward the middle of the lane.

look ahead toward the right edge of your lane.

look ahead toward the left edge of your lane.

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What should you do before making a right turn if a pedestrian with a white cane is at the corner ready to cross the street?

turn off the ignition until the person crosses the street.

yield the right-of-way and wait until the pedestrian crosses the street.

use your horn to help the pedestrian cross the street.

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Why is driving at night more challenging than driving during the day?

Reduced visibility.

Driving within the range.

The use of headlight is required by law.

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What is it called when drivers slow down just to look at collisions or unusual events on the road?

improves traffic flow.

causes traffic congestion.

helps prevent rear-end collisions.

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Why is driving at night considered more dangerous?

your reaction time is slower.

you cannot see as far ahead.

the road is more slippery.

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What type of signs are typically white rectangles with black letters or symbols?

Regulatory signs

Destination signs (guide signs)

Warning signs

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Get ready to ace your Maryland DMV Practice Test and secure your learner’s permit or driver’s license. In Maryland, every driver must have a valid license or learner’s permit to drive on public roads. To get your license, you’ll need to pass a vision screening, a knowledge test, and a driving skills test.

Maryland DMV Practice Test 19

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