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2026 Maryland Motorcycle Permit Test 15
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QUESTION 1 / 25
During the day, your headlight should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Not be used.
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B
Be used on its high beam setting.
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C
Be used on its low beam setting.
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D
Alternate between high beam and low beam settings.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:
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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 3 / 25
How does the stopping distance for motorcycles compare to the stopping distance for cars?
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A
Cars need much longer to stop.
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B
Cars need a little longer to stop.
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C
Motorcycles need longer to stop.
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D
Both motorcycles and cars take about the same amount of time to stop.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
When going through a curve, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Always stay in the same portion of the lane throughout the entire curve.
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B
Always stay in the left portion of the lane throughout the entire curve.
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C
Always stay in the right portion of the lane throughout the entire curve.
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D
Remember that the best path may not follow the curve of the road.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Your lane position should do all of the following, except:
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A
Increase your ability to see and be seen.
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B
Avoid other drivers' blind spots.
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C
Avoid surface hazards.
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D
Prevent access to an escape route.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
The center portion of a lane often contains an oily strip. This strip:
Choose one answer below.
A
Is not safe for motorcyclists at any time.
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B
Is usually safe for motorcyclists, unless it is raining.
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C
Should always be avoided since other parts of the lane do not have the oily strip.
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D
Adds to traction for most motorcycle tires.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
When being passed, do not move into the portion of the lane farthest from the passing vehicle because:
Choose one answer below.
A
The passing vehicle may re-enter your lane too early.
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B
You may prevent another vehicle from passing you.
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C
The portion of the lane nearest the passing vehicle is better.
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D
You are more likely to experience a wind blast from the passing vehicle on the far side of the lane.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
If you are riding when it starts to rain, it is a good idea to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride down the center of the lane.
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B
Increase your speed.
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C
Ride in the tire tracks left by cars.
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D
Pull onto the shoulder of the road.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
A helmeted rider is _______ more likely to survive a crash than a rider not wearing a helmet.
Choose one answer below.
A
Two times
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B
Three times
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C
Six times
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D
20 times
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QUESTION 10 / 25
Which of the following is not a possible cause of a wobble on your motorcycle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Incorrect tire pressure
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B
Improper loading
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C
Unsuitable accessories
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D
Uneven road
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QUESTION 11 / 25
Maximum front-line braking is accomplished by:
Choose one answer below.
A
Using the rear brake only.
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B
Using the front brake only.
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C
Using both brakes.
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D
Using the rear brake while downshifting.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Swerving a motorcycle:
Choose one answer below.
A
Requires a lot of traction.
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B
Requires little traction.
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C
Is a slow maneuver.
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D
Should be done to avoid a hazard on a slippery road.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
When looking through a turn to see where you are going, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Turn just your head.
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B
Turn your head and shoulders.
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C
Turn just your shoulders.
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D
Turn your entire body.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
If your front tire locks while braking, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Keep the brake engaged until you come to a full stop.
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B
Release both brakes and coast to a stop.
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C
Release the brake lever and use only the rear brake.
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D
Release the brake lever until the tire regains traction.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
To swerve correctly:
Choose one answer below.
A
Shift your weight quickly.
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B
Turn the handlebars quickly.
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C
Press the handgrip in the direction of the turn.
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D
Press the handgrip in the direction opposite of the turn.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
When stopping behind a vehicle, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop far behind the vehicle, then slowly creep up.
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B
Stay well behind the vehicle.
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C
Make a quick stop right behind the vehicle.
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D
Stay about four car lengths behind the vehicle.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
When entering a turn, a rider should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up.
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B
Reduce their speed.
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C
Move their shoulders to match the angle of the turn.
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D
Sit up as high as possible.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
If operating a three-wheeled motorcycle or riding with a sidecar, do not ride too far to the right of your lane because:
Choose one answer below.
A
Other drivers may not see you.
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B
You will not be able to pass other vehicles as easily.
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C
Other drivers may try to share your lane.
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D
You may run off the road.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
Which formation is best for a group of riders entering a curve?
Choose one answer below.
A
Pyramid
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B
Staggered
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C
Single-file
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D
Compressed
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QUESTION 20 / 25
On a slippery surface, you should not:
Choose one answer below.
A
Reduce your speed.
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B
Avoid making sudden moves.
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C
Use only the front brake when slowing or stopping.
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D
Use both brakes when slowing or stopping.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
When riding a three-wheeled motorcycle through a curve, it is best to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Stay in the center of the lane.
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B
Stay on the outside of the lane.
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C
Change your path as needed.
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D
Use the shoulder.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
It is important to flash your brake light when:
Choose one answer below.
A
Approaching a police officer.
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B
Someone is following too closely.
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C
There is a stop sign ahead.
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D
Your signals are not working.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
Which of the following is not a benefit of riding in a close group?
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A
It takes up minimal space on the highway.
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B
The group is easy to see.
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C
The group is unlikely to be split up.
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D
The riders will get to their destination more quickly in a close group than a group that is spread out.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
When an operator's left arm is bent at the elbow and pointing upward, it means the operator: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-motorcycle/vt-1.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Plans to turn left.
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B
Is about to stop.
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C
Plans to turn right.
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D
Is about to slow down.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
Do not change gears on railroad tracks because:
Choose one answer below.
A
Your motorcycle may stall.
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B
You might go too fast.
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C
Other drivers may not be expecting you to change gears.
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D
The uneven surface may make it more difficult to switch gears.
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