Driving School Unit 1: Orientation Flashcards
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If you refuse to obey traffic laws and drive safely, what can your parent or guardian do?

  • Take away the keys
  • Withdraw consent for the provisional license until you turn 18 (correct)
  • Hope nothing bad happens
  • Ground you until you turn 21

What is the proper following distance?

  • 1 car length for each 10 miles of speed
  • 3-4 seconds under ideal conditions (correct)
  • As long as you can see the license plate, you are far enough back
  • You should be able to see the rear tires of the car in front of you when you stopped

What is the proper hand position on the steering wheel?

  • Drivers should have two hands on the steering wheel and be fully in control of the vehicle (correct)
  • 8:00 and 4:00
  • One hand on the coffee and the other on a cellphone
  • 10:00 and 2:00
  • 9:00 and 3:00

When a driver sees an emergency vehicle with lights flashing on the side of the road, what should they do?

<p>The driver should change lanes safely to give as much room as possible to the emergency/law enforcement vehicle (A), The driver should reduce speed and move as far over as possible in the current lane if unable to change lanes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How far should a driver be from a cyclist who is driving legally on the far right side of the road?

<p>Not less than three feet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is required to wear a safety belt as of October 1, 2013?

<p>All occupants, no matter their age or their position in the vehicle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you get pulled over and a passenger in your car who is 16 years or older is not wearing a seatbelt, who will receive a ticket?

<p>The passenger that is not wearing a seatbelt and you (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you get pulled over and a passenger under 16 years of age is not wearing a seatbelt, who will receive a ticket?

<p>You will (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if you receive 12 points on your license?

<p>Your license will be revoked.</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is a primary offense to text and drive in Maryland if you are:

<p>Any driver on a Maryland road (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

As of October 1, 2013, it is a primary offense for all Maryland Drivers to use a cell phone while driving.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When you get a new driver's license, you can designate 3 people as emergency contacts.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Maryland Law, all Maryland vehicles must be covered by vehicle insurance.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Graduated Licensing System (GLS) is:

<p>A set of laws that you, as a supervising driver or as the person who has signed to allow your new driver to obtain a driver's license, are required to enforce (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is GLS?

<p>The Graduated Licensing System is a system designed to ensure new drivers have both experience and knowledge prior to being allowed to drive without supervision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 3 stage system for the state of Maryland?

<p>Learner's Instructional Permit (or learner's Permit), Provisional License, Full License.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has remained the highest cause of death for new drivers between 16 and 17?

<p>Motor vehicle crashes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you live in Maryland and you get your license revoked, does that mean you cannot drive in another state?

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three stages of Maryland's licensing system?

<p>Learner's Instructional Permit (or learner's Permit), Provisional License, Full License.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if you have a violation while you have a learner's permit?

<p>9 months will be added to your license which will make it longer for you to get a provisional license.</p> Signup and view all the answers

While driving, learner's permit holders must:

<p>Be accompanied by a qualified supervising driver who is 21 years or older and has held a license for a minimum of 3 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

GSL for drivers over the age of 25 includes what requirements?

<p>They must hold the permit for a minimum of 9 months after a moving violation and meet other GLS requirements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will happen if a new driver over the age of 25 has been convicted of a moving violation?

<p>They are required to hold the permit for a minimum of 9 months following the most recent conviction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What needs to happen before a person with a provisional license can get a driver's license?

<p>Must be at least 18 years old, hold the provisional license for at least 18 months, and must not have received any moving violations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is a provisional license holder under 18 not allowed to drive without special permission?

<p>Between 12 am and 5 am (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the first 5 months of the provisional period, provisional license holders under the age of 18:

<p>Must not have passengers under the age of 18 unless accompanied by a qualified supervising driver or unless the passengers are direct family members (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Once a parent/guardian signs for a provisional license:

<p>The license may be cancelled by written request from the parent or guardian (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A new driver under the age of 25 is required by law to practice night driving for at least _____ hrs.

<p>10 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person who has a learner's instructional permit:

<p>Must drive with a person 21 or older who has held a license for at least 3 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For drivers under age 25, ___ hours of practice must be recorded in the Practice Skills Log.

<p>60 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When going to the MVA to take your skills test, you must bring:

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To obtain a provisional license in Maryland:

<p>A new driver must pass a skills test including a closed course and an open road test (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If your driving privilege has been suspended or revoked in Maryland can you go to another state and get a new license?

<p>No. Due to various interstate agreements, one license follows you wherever you go (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to MD vehicle law, it is illegal for holders to text and drive:

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Examples of moving violations include:

<p>Speeding, tailgating, frequent lane changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Always tell the MVA if you:

<p>You move, have a new email address, change your phone number.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will happen if you get 5-7 points?

<p>The MVA can require you to enroll in DIP (Driver Improvement Program).</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will happen if you get 8-11 points?

<p>The MVA will send you a notice of suspension.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if you surpass 7 points on your license?

<p>Leads to license suspension (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Having a driver's license is a:

<p>Privilege (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The youngest a person can be in order to try and get a Learner's Instructional Permit is:

<p>15 years and 9 months.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can a person under 18 be allowed to get a learner's instructional permit?

<p>Under 18, must have parent or legal guardian's signature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How to get a permit? How long do you have to have a permit before you can be able to get a provisional license?

<p>Must pass vision screening and knowledge test. Must hold learner's permit violation-free for at least 9 months.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has to happen in order for a permit driver to drive?

<p>Be accompanied by a qualified supervising driver who is 21 years or older and has held a license for a minimum of 3 years, and must not text or use their phones except in an emergency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The youngest someone can try to get their provisional license is:

<p>16 years and 6 months.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must a permit holder do in order to try and get a provisional license?

<p>Must complete driver education program, must submit a completed and signed Practice and Skills Log to document a minimum of 60 hours with 10 of those hours being driven at night.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Restrictions for provisional drivers under 18:

<p>Provisional drivers under the age of 18 are not permitted to carry passengers under the age of 18, except for family members, for the first 5 months of licensure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Restrictions for provisional drivers over 25:

<p>If the applicant has been convicted of a moving violation, required to hold the permit for a minimum of 9 months following the most recent date the individual was convicted of a moving violation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In order to get a driver's license you must:

<p>Must be at least 18 years old, must hold a provisional license for at least 18 months, and must not have received any moving violations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Provisional License

A temporary driving license that requires parental or guardian consent and can be revoked if traffic laws are violated.

Following Distance

The distance you should keep between your car and the car in front of you, which should be 3-4 seconds under good conditions and increased in bad weather or when traffic is heavy.

Proper Hand Position

The recommended hand positioning on the steering wheel, either 10:00 and 2:00 or 9:00 and 3:00, for optimal control.

Emergency Vehicle Protocol

When you encounter an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must either move out of the lane or slow down to create space for them.

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Distance from Cyclists

The minimum distance you must keep when passing a cyclist on the road.

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Seatbelt Laws

All passengers in a vehicle, regardless of their age or where they are seated, must wear a seatbelt. This is a legal requirement in Maryland.

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Responsibility for Seatbelt Compliance

If a passenger aged 16 or older is not wearing a seatbelt, the driver is responsible for the violation and may receive a ticket.

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License Revocation

If you accumulate 12 points on your driving record, you will lose your driving privileges in Maryland.

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Texting and Driving Regulations

Texting while driving is strictly prohibited for all drivers in Maryland.

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Cell Phone Usage Restrictions

Learner's permit and provisional drivers cannot use cell phones at all, while fully licensed drivers can only use hands-free devices.

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Emergency Contacts on Licenses

New drivers can add three emergency contacts to their driver's license that law enforcement personnel can see in case of an accident.

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Insurance Requirement

All vehicles registered in Maryland must have insurance, and failure to comply results in suspension of registration and fines.

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Graduated Licensing System (GLS)

This is a program in place to help supervise new drivers and make sure they follow safety laws.

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Three Stages of Licensing in Maryland

Maryland's driver licensing process has three stages that new drivers must go through before obtaining a full license.

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Risks for New Drivers

Car crashes are the leading cause of death among drivers aged 16-17 years old.

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License Recognition Across States

Because of interstate agreements, if your license is revoked in Maryland, it affects your driving privileges in other states.

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Time Restrictions for Provisional License Holders

Drivers under 18 with a provisional license cannot drive unsupervised between 12 a.m. and 5 a.m. unless they have special permission.

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Passenger Restrictions for Provisional Drivers

For the first five months after obtaining a provisional license, drivers under 18 cannot carry passengers under 18 who are not their immediate family members.

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Points Accumulation Consequences

Accumulating 5-7 points on your driving record may lead to being required to participate in a driver improvement program, while 8-11 points result in a suspension notice.

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License as a Privilege

Being allowed to drive is a privilege, not a right, and it comes with responsibilities.

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Learner's Permit Eligibility

You must be at least 15 years and 9 months old to apply for a learner's permit.

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Supervising Driver Requirement

When driving with a learner's permit, you must have a supervising driver who is at least 21 years old and has three years of driving experience.

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Night Driving Practice

New drivers under 25 are required to log at least 10 hours of night driving practice as part of their driving education.

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Documentation for Provisional License

To obtain a provisional license, you must submit a signed Practice and Skills Log that documents at least 60 hours of driving practice, including night driving.

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Provisionals' Restrictions for New Drivers Over 25

New drivers over 25 who are convicted of a moving violation must hold their learner's permit for at least 9 months before being eligible to take the skills test.

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Automatic Conversion Card Method

After completing all requirements, the MVA will mail you a conversion card that must be carried with your provisional license when applying for a full license.

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Reporting Changes to MVA

It's crucial to update your personal information, like your address, email, or phone number, with the MVA to ensure they can contact you.

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Study Notes

  • Provisional licenses require parental or guardian consent, which can be withdrawn until the driver turns 18 if traffic laws are violated.

Following Distance

  • Maintain a following distance of 3-4 seconds under ideal conditions; increase distance in hazardous conditions.

Proper Hand Position

  • Use 10:00 and 2:00 or alternatively 9:00 and 3:00 positions on the steering wheel for full control of the vehicle.

Emergency Vehicle Protocol

  • Change lanes or reduce speed to create space for emergency vehicles with flashing lights. Cannot remain in the same lane as emergency personnel.

Distance from Cyclists

  • Maintain a minimum distance of not less than three feet when passing cyclists on the road.

Seatbelt Laws

  • All occupants in a vehicle must wear a seatbelt, regardless of age or position. Non-compliance is against the law.

Responsibility for Seatbelt Compliance

  • If a passenger aged 16 or older is not wearing a seatbelt, the driver is responsible and may receive a ticket.

License Revocation

  • Accumulating 12 points on your driving record leads to license revocation.

Texting and Driving Regulations

  • Texting while driving is illegal for all drivers in Maryland.

Cell Phone Usage Restrictions

  • Learner's permit and provisional drivers cannot use cell phones at all; fully licensed drivers can only use hands-free devices.

Emergency Contacts on Licenses

  • New drivers can designate three emergency contacts visible to law enforcement in case of an accident.

Insurance Requirement

  • All Maryland vehicles must have insurance; failure to comply results in registration suspension and fines.

Graduated Licensing System (GLS)

  • GLS is a mandatory system for supervising drivers to enforce safety laws for new drivers.

Three Stages of Licensing in Maryland

  • The three stages include: Learner's Instructional Permit, Provisional License, and Full License.

Risks for New Drivers

  • Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for drivers aged 16 to 17.

License Recognition Across States

  • License revocation in Maryland affects driving privileges in other states due to interstate agreements.

Time Restrictions for Provisional License Holders

  • Provisional license holders under 18 cannot drive between 12 a.m. to 5 a.m. without special permission.

Passenger Restrictions for Provisional Drivers

  • During the first 5 months, provisional drivers under 18 cannot carry passengers under age 18 unless they are direct family members.

Points Accumulation Consequences

  • Accumulating 5-7 points may require enrollment in the Driver Improvement Program, while 8-11 points result in a notice of suspension.

License as a Privilege

  • Holding a driver's license is considered a privilege, not a right.

Learner's Permit Eligibility

  • Must be at least 15 years and 9 months to apply for a learner's instructional permit.

Supervising Driver Requirement

  • Learner's permit holders must be accompanied by a supervising driver aged 21 or older with at least three years of driving experience.

Night Driving Practice

  • Drivers under 25 must log a minimum of 10 hours of night driving practice as part of driving education.

Documentation for Provisional License

  • Drivers must submit a signed Practice and Skills Log documenting at least 60 hours of driving, including night driving hours, to obtain a provisional license.

Provisionals' Restrictions for New Drivers Over 25

  • If convicted of a moving violation, new drivers over 25 must hold their learner's permit for a minimum of 9 months before taking the skills test.

Automatic Conversion Card Method

  • After completing requirements, the MVA mails a conversion card which must be carried with a provisional license when upgrading to a full license.

Reporting Changes to MVA

  • Notify the MVA of any personal information changes such as address, email, or phone number.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards from Unit 1 of the Driving School Orientation. Each card focuses on key aspects of obtaining a provisional license and safe driving practices. Perfect for new drivers preparing for their exams!

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