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2026 Maryland Motorcycle Permit Test 4
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QUESTION 1 / 25
Keep an expanded cushion of space between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you:
Choose one answer below.
A
When conditions will make stopping more difficult than usual.
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B
When you want to look at the scenery.
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C
To encourage other drivers to cut you off.
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D
To prevent the driver in front of you from knowing you are there.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
A DOT-compliant helmet has all of the following, except:
Choose one answer below.
A
An impact-resistant outer shell.
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B
An impact-absorbing inner liner.
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C
A chinstrap retention system.
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D
Bright colors painted on the outside.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
Just like cars, motorcycles have blind spots. When switching lanes, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Turn your head and check your blind spot.
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B
Look only at your mirrors.
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C
Rely on your peripheral vision.
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D
Slow down so any vehicle in your blind spot can pass you.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
The single most important thing you can do to improve your chances of surviving a crash is to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Wear a high-quality helmet that is securely fastened.
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B
Wear shorts.
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C
Wear sneakers.
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D
Wear goggles.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Before changing lanes, motorcycle riders should turn their heads to look over their shoulders because:
Choose one answer below.
A
Motorcycles have blind spots, just like other vehicles.
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B
They can catch the attention of other drivers by turning their heads.
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C
Mirrors are not really helpful.
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D
They should try to make eye contact with surrounding drivers.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
Which fabric provides the best protection for motorcycle riders?
Choose one answer below.
A
Leather
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B
Denim
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C
Wool
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D
Polyester
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Lane sharing is:
Choose one answer below.
A
Encouraged.
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B
Encouraged, but only when the roadway is congested.
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C
Allowed if you are carrying a passenger.
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D
Prohibited.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
Your motorcycle’s brake light is:
Choose one answer below.
A
More noticeable than a car’s brake lights.
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B
Less noticeable than a car’s brake lights.
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C
Less important than a car’s brake lights.
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D
More easily seen than a car’s brake lights.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
When riding, a cushion of space is helpful to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Give you space to react to hazards.
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B
Hide you from other drivers.
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C
Prevent you from avoiding hazards.
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D
Allow you to look at road signs.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
Clothing made of which type of material can offer the best protection to motorcyclists?
Choose one answer below.
A
Leather
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B
Wool
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C
Polyester
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D
Silk
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QUESTION 11 / 25
Your lane position should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Keep your intentions hidden from other drivers.
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B
Encourage other drivers to share your lane.
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C
Increase your ability to see and be seen.
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D
Be close to the road signs.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
When checking tires before a ride, you should look at all of the following except:
Choose one answer below.
A
Air pressure
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B
General wear
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C
General tread
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D
Shininess
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QUESTION 13 / 25
On which of the following surfaces does a motorcycle have the best traction?
Choose one answer below.
A
Dry pavement
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B
Gravel
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C
Snow
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D
Leaves
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QUESTION 14 / 25
The faster you drink:
Choose one answer below.
A
The more the alcohol will accumulate in your body.
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B
The faster the alcohol is removed from your body.
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C
The more minimal the effects of the alcohol will be.
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D
The more likely you will be able to evade being pulled over.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Since most crashes happen during daylight hours, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Not ride during the day.
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B
Wear bright clothing all the time.
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C
Ride on the shoulder and stay out of traffic.
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D
Wear dark clothing all the time.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
Mirror checks:
Choose one answer below.
A
Should be part of your normal scanning routine.
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B
Should be avoided because they will distract you.
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C
Should be avoided since other drivers will see you easily.
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D
Are only recommended in bad weather.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
When riding a motorcycle, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Not wear a jacket if it's warm out.
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B
Always wear a jacket, even if it’s warm out.
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C
Wear shorts in warm weather.
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D
Not be concerned about long shoelaces.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
If the chain or belt of your motorcycle breaks, you will:
Choose one answer below.
A
Experience a sudden increase in power to the rear wheel.
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B
Experience a sudden loss of power to the rear wheel.
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C
Experience a sudden loss of power to the front wheel.
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D
Experience a sudden increase in power to the front wheel.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
To effectively provide protection for a motorcycle rider, pants should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Be made of a soft material.
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B
Be made of a heavy material.
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C
Fit loosely enough that they flap in the wind.
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D
Be short and expose some parts of the legs.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
Use a turn signal:
Choose one answer below.
A
When you’re planning to increase your speed.
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B
Only when there is a lot of traffic.
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C
Any time you plan on changing lanes.
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D
Only if it is dark outside.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
Riding at night is usually:
Choose one answer below.
A
Easier than riding during the day because you can more easily see the lights of other vehicles.
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B
More difficult than riding during the day because it is harder to see.
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C
Not allowed on highways.
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D
Less distracting than riding during the day.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
When operating a motorcycle on a slippery surface, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride faster than usual.
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B
Use only the front brake.
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C
Reduce your speed.
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D
Use only the rear brake.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
When downshifting, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Shift through multiple gears at a time.
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B
Shift through one gear at a time.
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C
Always shift all the way down to neutral first.
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D
Accelerate.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
Which of the following surfaces provides the best traction for a motorcycle?
Choose one answer below.
A
A gravel road
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B
Dry pavement
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C
Mud
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D
Lane markings
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QUESTION 25 / 25
To receive maximum protection, wear a helmet that is certified by the:
Choose one answer below.
A
U.S. Department of Transportation.
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B
Federal Trade Commission.
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C
Federal Transportation Network.
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D
National Association of Helmets.
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