Maryland Motorcycle Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is (a) keeping them on the footrests.

Use your feet to maintain balance by keeping them on the footpegs.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

When you ride at night, reducing your speed, increasing your following distance, and using the headlights of the car ahead of you to help you see can all increase your safety.

Not quite. The answer is None of the above

A white line separates two lanes traveling in the same direction. If it's a broken line, you may cross it to pass or change lanes. If it's a solid line, you should usually stay in your lane.

Not quite. The answer is elastic cords

The best way to fasten cargo to a motorcycle is with elastic cords. Even strong rope can loosen, or knots can come undone.

Not quite. The answer is Shifting into a lower gear too soon

Your motorcycle will lurch if you shift into a lower gear too soon. Instead, slow to a speed that is appropriate for the lower gear that you're about to shift into.

Not quite. The answer is press the left handgrip.

If an unexpected obstacle requires you to turn left quickly, you should press the left handgrip. This will cause your motorcycle to quickly lean left.

Not quite. The answer is slower

When riding with a passenger, you should ride slower around curves. The added weight will make your motorcycle react slower.

Not quite. The answer is Wearing protective gear

Wearing protective gear will help protect you if you are involved in a collision, but it does NOT lessen your chances of being involved in one.

Not quite. The answer is use both the front and rear brakes at the same time.

When braking on slippery surfaces, you should use both the front and rear brakes at the same time. It is always most effective to use both brakes.

Not quite. The answer is soon after it has started to rain.

Rainwater loosens deposits of oil and other fluids on the pavement. This makes the roadway more slippery until more rain washes those fluids away.

Not quite. The answer is Motorcycles do not have blind spots.

Motorcycles have blind spots, just as cars do. As long as you avoid riding directly on top of oil or grease deposits, the center lane position is usually safe except when the road is wet.

Not quite. The answer is Turn the rider’s head to the left

Motorcycles have “blind spots” just like other vehicles. Before you change lanes, turn your head and check that lane for other vehicles.

Not quite. The answer is Controlled Dangerous Substance

The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) maintain a list of controlled dangerous substances (CDSs). These are substances whose manufacture, importation, possession, use, and distribution are regulated. Schedule I substances are those that have a high potential for abuse and have no legitimate medical use in the US. An example is heroin.

Source: Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS)- Illegal and Prescription Drugs, Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors, Maryland Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is Passing slower vehicles

Passing vehicles at night does not increase your safety. It can be dangerous and should be done with caution if at all.

Not quite. The answer is Ropes

You should AVOID attaching cargo to a motorcycle with ropes. Ropes can loosen over time, and knots can come undone. Use elastic cords instead.

Not quite. The answer is The left portion of the lane at a safe following distance

Passing and being passed by another vehicle is not much different than with a car. However, visibility is more critical. Before starting to pass, ride in the left portion of the lane at a safe following distance to increase your line of sight and make you more visible. Signal left and check for oncoming traffic. Use your mirrors and turn your head to look for traffic behind.

Not quite. The answer is A safe speed indication for a curve ahead to the right

This warning sign means that there is a curve ahead to the right. A recommended safe speed for the curve may be shown just below the sign.

Not quite. The answer is fourth

A driver under the age of 18 who holds a provisional license will have his or her license revoked after his or her fourth traffic conviction. The driver will have to pass all required licensing tests to have the license reinstated.

Source: E. Sanctions, Section 9: Other Restrictions, Violations, and Penalties, Maryland Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is footpegs for the passenger.

To carry a passenger on your motorcycle, it must have a set of footpegs for the person, and the seat must be big enough for two people. Your passenger should wear the same kinds of protective gear that you do.

Not quite. The answer is do all of the above.

Before every lane change, you should check your mirrors, look over your shoulder, and check your blind spots.