Relevant Final Exam Questions

Question 1

In most circumstances a provisional license holder under the age of 18 may not drive

Answer 1

between 12:00 AM and 5:00 AM.

Question 2

While driving, a new driver under the age of 18 is prohibited from

Answer 2

A. using a cell phone to call family.
B. texting a family member.
C. having a BAC of .02 or greater.

Question 3

If a learner’s permit holder is convicted of committing a moving violation, he/she

Answer 3

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

Question 4

During the first 5 months (151 days) of the provisional period, provisional license holders under the age of 18

Answer 4

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

Question 5

Once a parent/guardian signs for a provisional license

Answer 5

the license can be canceled by written request from the parent or guardian

Question 6

A new driver under the age of 25 is required by law to practice night driving for at least

Answer 6

10 hours

Question 7

A person who has a Learner’s Instructional Permit

Answer 7

must drive with a person aged 21 or older who has held a license for at least 3 years.

Question 8

For drivers under age 25, how many hours of practice must be recorded in the Practice Skills Log?

Answer 8

60

Question 9

When going to the MVA to take your skills test, you must bring

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A. a clean, well-maintained vehicle.
B. registration and proof of insurance.
C. a supervising driver.

Question 10

To obtain a provisional license in Maryland

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

Question 11

If you are convicted of a traffic offense while holding a provisional license

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your 18-month waiting period will begin again.

Question 12

A red indicator light on a dashboard indicates

Answer 12

a serious vehicle malfunction that must be addressed immediately

Question 13

Why should a driver conduct a pre-entry check?

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A. Allows driver to check for anyone behind the vehicle.
B. Allows driver to check for low or flat tires.
C. Allows driver to check for leaking fluids.

Question 14

According to Maryland law, who must wear a seat belt?

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

Question 15

What is a parking brake used for?

Answer 15

used to secure a vehicle when parked.

Question 16

An oil spout symbol when lit indicates

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your oil pressure is bad and you need to stop immediately.

Question 17

A battery symbol light indicates

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electrical system is not working properly

Question 17

Idling gas-powered vehicles after starting and before driving away is:

Answer 17

Is not necessary, and is illegal in Maryland if the vehicle is unattended.

Question 17

How much following distance should you maintain between you and the vehicle in front of you?

Answer 17

at least 3 - 4 seconds

Question 17

A driver should use S.E.E.:

Answer 17

consistently when driving

Question 18

According to Maryland law, how far does a driver need to be from a cyclist?

Answer 18

At least 3 feet

Question 19

When stopping at a stop sign where there is no crosswalk or stop line, a driver should stop his/her vehicle:

Answer 19

Before the front of the vehicle enters the intersection.

Question 20

What is used for both entering and exiting a highway?

Answer 20

weave lane

Question 21

What are “No Zones?”

Answer 21

Areas of limited visibility around large trucks.

Question 22

As a driver under the age of 21, your maximum legal BAC (zero tolerance) is:

Answer 22

less than .02

Question 23

Implied consent means:

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A. You agreed to be tested for the presence of alcohol when driving.
B. You agreed to be tested for the presence of illegal drugs when driving.
C. More severe penalties for refusing to be tested.

Question 24

The legal definition of aggressive driving is

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committing three moving violations at the same time.

Question 25

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

Answer 25

Forever