For a license with no vision restrictions, what visual acuity do you need in each eye?
20/40 or better To get a license with no vision restrictions, you need vision in both eyes, at least 20/40 in each eye without glasses or contacts, and a continuous field of vision of at least 140 degrees. If you need glasses or contacts to meet the rules, your license carries a restriction.
Who does Maryland’s graduated licensing process apply to?
First-time drivers of any age The graduated licensing process applies to people of any age who have never had a driver’s license. It starts with the learner’s instructional permit.
You and another driver reach an intersection at the same time. Who should you yield to?
The driver on your right Yield to the driver who arrives before you. If you both arrive at the same time, yield to the driver on your right.
How much following distance does the MVA recommend behind a bus or another vehicle that stops often?
4 to 5 seconds The MVA recommends at least 3 to 4 seconds in ideal conditions, and 4 to 5 seconds behind vehicles that stop often, such as buses. Count the seconds from a fixed point, like a sign or a bridge.
When you turn left at an intersection, who must you yield to?
Drivers in the opposing lane When you turn left, yield to drivers in the opposing lane. Also yield to pedestrians, bicyclists and other drivers in the intersection.
What does this sign mark?
The start of a no-passing zone This pennant marks the start of a no-passing zone. Don’t pass other vehicles.
You come to an intersection where this signal is flashing. What must you do?
Stop, yield, then go when it’s clear At a flashing red signal, come to a complete stop at the stop line, or before the crosswalk and intersection. Yield to all other traffic and pedestrians, then go when the way is clear.
What does the color of this sign tell you?
It warns of a work area Orange signs warn of construction and maintenance work areas. Slow down, obey the work zone signs and watch for workers.
What does this sign tell you?
Traffic goes only the arrow’s way This sign means one way: traffic can only go in the direction of the arrow. Turn onto the street only in that direction.
You must turn on your headlights whenever there isn’t enough light to clearly see at least how far ahead?
1,000 feet Turn on your headlights whenever there isn’t enough light to clearly see at least 1,000 feet in front of your vehicle. Also turn them on whenever you use your wipers in bad weather.
Which vehicles must stop before every railroad crossing?
Buses and trucks carrying hazardous materials Buses, school buses and trucks carrying hazardous materials must stop before every railroad crossing. Be aware that the vehicle ahead of you may be one of them.
As you come to a traffic circle, what must you do?
Yield to traffic already in the circle At a traffic circle, always yield to traffic already in it. Reduce your speed, keep to the right of the island and yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
On a learner’s permit, when may you use a cell phone while driving?
Only to make a 911 emergency call With a provisional license or a learner’s permit, you may not use any wireless device while driving, even a hands-free phone. The only exception is a 911 emergency call.
At what blood alcohol concentration does Maryland treat a driver as driving under the influence?
.08 or higher Maryland treats a blood alcohol concentration of .08 or higher as driving under the influence. The manual warns that any amount of alcohol can affect your driving.
A school bus has stopped with its red lights flashing. How far from it must you stop?
At least 20 feet Stop at least 20 feet from the back of the bus if you’re behind it, or from the front if you’re in front of it. Don’t move again until it starts moving or turns off its red lights.
How much space must you leave when you pass a bicycle?
At least 3 feet Leave at least 3 feet between your vehicle and the bicycle when you pass, whether it’s in a bike lane, on the shoulder or in your lane. Make sure you see the bicycle in your rear-view mirror before you move back.
How much following distance should you leave behind a motorcycle?
At least 3 to 4 seconds Leave at least a 3 to 4 second following distance behind a motorcycle. Motorcyclists often slow down in ways that don’t turn on their brake lights.
Someone is hurt in a crash you’re in. What must you do?
Stay, call 911 and don’t move the vehicles If anyone is hurt in a crash, including a pedestrian or bicyclist, stay at the scene, call 911 and don’t move the vehicles. Report the number of people involved, the injuries and the location.
When you drive on a Maryland road, what have you agreed to by law?
A drug or alcohol test if police ask If you drive or try to drive on a road or private property used by the public, you agree to a drug or alcohol test when a police officer asks. That’s implied consent, and if you refuse, the MVA will suspend your license.
Unless they’re 4’9” or taller, children under what age must ride in a child safety seat?
Under 8 All children under 8 must ride in a child safety seat, unless they’re 4’9” or taller. Children younger than 2 ride rear-facing.
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