MARYLAND MOTORCYCLE PERMIT PRACTICE TEST

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Riding a motorcycle requires special skills and knowledge. To earn your motorcycle license in Maryland, you must pass a knowledge test and an on-cycle skill test. The Maryland Motorcycle Handbook provides the information needed to enable you to obtain a motorcycle license. The knowledge test is designed to check your knowledge of traffic laws, road rules and safe driving practices. The test consists of 25 questions, and you'll need at least 21 correct answers to pass (84%).
1. Car drivers are most likely to try to share your lane when:
they want to pass you.
traffic is heavy.
you are preparing to turn at an intersection.
All of the above.
2. To help you keep your balance as the motorcycle turns:
decrease your speed.
keep your knees against the gas tank.
ride in the center lane position.
rise slightly off the seat.
3. To slow down, you should use:
the front or rear brake independently.
the rear brake only.
both brakes at the same time.
the front brake only.
4. A defensive driver maintains a safe following distance of at least ______ seconds behind the vehicle ahead.
2
3
1
4
5. Which of the following is a hazard associated with passing a row of parked cars?
A door could be opened into your path.
A driver may pull out in front of you.
People can step out from between cars.
All of the above.
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