Maryland: Occupant, Vehicle & Parking Rules Questions
4 real, verified Maryland driving-test questions on occupant, vehicle & parking rules, each with the correct answer and a full explanation below. Want to practice these interactively instead? Start a Occupant, Vehicle & Parking Rules practice round.
1. Under Maryland law, which children must ride in a rear-facing child safety seat?
Why: Children under 8 generally need a child safety seat unless they're 4'9" or taller, and children younger than 2 specifically must ride in a rear-facing seat until they reach the manufacturer's height or weight limit.
2. According to Maryland's manual, where should a child in a rear-facing car seat never ride?
Why: A child in a rear-facing car seat should never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger air bag; separately, children under 13 should ride buckled up in a rear seat.
3. What does Maryland law say about driving while wearing earphones or a headset?
Why: Maryland prohibits driving with earplugs, a headset, or earphones in both ears at the same time, though hearing aid devices are still allowed.
4. Even with a valid disability plate or placard, what is a Maryland driver still prohibited from doing?
Why: Even a vehicle with a valid disability plate or placard may not park in the striped access aisle next to a disability space -- the area needed for wheelchair or mobility-device access -- or block a curb cut.
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