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2026 Maryland Motorcycle Permit Test 11
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QUESTION 1 / 25
When passing another vehicle:
Choose one answer below.
A
The pass may be completed in a no passing zone.
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B
The rider may travel up to 10 mph over the speed limit to complete the pass.
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C
The pass must be started and completed within a passing zone.
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D
The pass must be completed on the shoulder, if one is present.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Making eye contact with other drivers:
Choose one answer below.
A
Means that they see you.
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B
Guarantees that they will yield to you.
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C
Doesn’t mean that they see you.
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D
Is not worth the effort it takes.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
Which of the following provides a rider with the best protection?
Choose one answer below.
A
Goggles
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B
A face shield
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C
A windshield
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D
Eyeglasses
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QUESTION 4 / 25
A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield:
Choose one answer below.
A
Is not necessary if you have a windshield.
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B
Only protects your eyes.
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C
Helps protect your whole face.
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D
Does not protect your face as effectively as goggles.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
If your front tire goes flat while you are riding:
Choose one answer below.
A
The steering will feel heavy.
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B
The steering will feel loose.
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C
There will be no change in the steering.
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D
The ride will feel too smooth.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
Passengers should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Lean as the operator leans.
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B
Hold onto their seat.
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C
Sit as far back on the bike as possible.
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D
Never hold onto the operator.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
When riding in a group, motorcyclists:
Choose one answer below.
A
Do not need space cushions.
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B
Should increase their space cushions.
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C
Should reduce their usual space cushions by half.
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D
Should maintain adequate space cushions.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
Increase your following distance if:
Choose one answer below.
A
The pavement is dry.
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B
Riding conditions are normal.
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C
The roadway is wet.
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D
You can see through the vehicle in front of you.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
If either tire goes flat while riding, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Roll on the throttle.
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B
Hold the handle grips loosely.
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C
Gently apply the brake of the non-flat tire.
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D
Increase your speed to exit the road more quickly.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
When making a turn:
Choose one answer below.
A
There is less traction available for stopping.
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B
There is more traction available for stopping.
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C
Stopping is no different than making a stop on a straightaway.
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D
Stopping should never be attempted.
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QUESTION 11 / 25
A motorcyclist is well-protected if they are wearing:
Choose one answer below.
A
A jacket that allows the arms to be exposed.
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B
Boots with tall heels.
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C
Leather gloves.
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D
Shoes that stop below their ankle.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
When traveling on a motorcycle with a sidecar, the passenger should ride:
Choose one answer below.
A
On the motorcycle seat.
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B
In the sidecar.
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C
Either on the motorcycle or in the sidecar.
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D
Neither on the motorcycle or in the sidecar.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
A group of riders should pass another vehicle:
Choose one answer below.
A
In a staggered formation.
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B
In a pyramid formation.
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C
One at a time.
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D
In a splintered formation.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
When you have mounted your motorcycle, you should do all of the following, except:
Choose one answer below.
A
Make sure the mirrors are clean.
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B
Make sure the horn works.
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C
Close the fuel supply valve.
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D
Make sure the clutch works smoothly.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
A proper lane position can help you do all of the following, except:
Choose one answer below.
A
Avoid other drivers' blindspots.
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B
Increase your ability to see and be seen.
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C
Go faster.
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D
Set up for turns.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
Riding between two vehicles moving in the same direction:
Choose one answer below.
A
Is illegal.
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B
Is encouraged if traffic is heavy.
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C
Is encouraged during the day to prevent traffic jams.
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D
Is acceptable if the motorcyclist is comfortable with the move.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
Brightly-colored helmets:
Choose one answer below.
A
May make it easier for the wearer to be seen.
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B
Can be distracting.
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C
Don’t help to improve a rider's visibility.
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D
Are not permitted.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
The primary source of information about your motorcycle should come from:
Choose one answer below.
A
The motorcycle's former owner.
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B
The owner’s manual.
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C
A library book about motorcycles.
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D
A motorcycle enthusiast.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
When it is likely that other drivers may attempt to squeeze into your lane, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Allow lane sharing.
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B
Ride in the center portion of the lane.
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C
Ride in the right portion of the lane.
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D
Ride on the shoulder.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
To lessen your chances of being involved in a crash, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Not use your turn signals when changing lanes.
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B
Follow other vehicles closely.
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C
Watch about five feet ahead of your motorcycle while riding.
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D
Always be ready to use crash-avoidance techniques.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
When riding in a group while passing another vehicle, it is best to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Allow one rider to fully pass the other vehicle before another rider begins to pass.
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B
Allow several members of the group to pass the other vehicle at once.
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C
Have the last rider in the group wave to the driver being passed to signal that no other motorcycles are approaching.
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D
Pass in a staggered formation.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:
Choose one answer below.
A
Just behind the leader.
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B
In front of the group.
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C
At the rear of the group.
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D
Beside the leader.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
When riding at night:
Choose one answer below.
A
Distances are easier to judge than they are during the day.
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B
Using a high beam headlight always makes it difficult to see.
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C
Use only one lane position.
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D
Reduce your speed.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
Maximum straight-line braking is done by:
Choose one answer below.
A
Using only the rear brake.
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B
Using only the front brake.
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C
Using both the front and rear brakes without locking either wheel.
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D
Using both the front and rear brakes while locking the rear wheel.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
Approved helmets:
Choose one answer below.
A
Can limit the view of the motorcycle operator.
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B
Allow the motorcycle operator to see as far to the sides as necessary.
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C
Are dangerous to wear.
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D
Do not have to be worn if the motorcycle operator thinks their view would be limited.
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