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LICENSE……..…………………………………………1-1  \nIntroduction…………………………………………..…………………………………………1-1  \nAcquiring a Maine Driver’s License……………………………………………………………1-2  \nTypes of Driver’s Licenses and Driver’s Permits………………………………………………1-3  \nRequired Non-Commercial License Tests...……………………………………………………1-3  \nOut of State License or Driving on an Existing License………………………………………..1-5  \nDriver License Renewal...………………………………………………………………………1-6  \nLoss of Driving Privileges…….………………………………………………………………..1-6  \nSection 1 Practice Questions……..……………………………………………………………1-11  \nSECTION 2 – STATE LAWS AND RULES..….……………………………………………2-1  \nTitling Your Motor Vehicle…...………….……………………………………………………..2-1  \nRegistering Your Vehicle…………………………………………………………………….…2-2  \nInsuring Your Motor Vehicle..………….………………………………………………………2-3  \nInspecting Your Motor Vehicle……………….………………………………………………...2-4  \nMaintaining Your Motor Vehicle…………….…………………………………………………2-5  \nTools and Supplies…………………………….………………………………………………...2-6  \nExcessive Sound System Noise……………….………………………………………………...2-6  \nSection 2 Practice Questions………………….………………………………………………...2-7  \nSECTION 3 – READY TO DRIVE…………………………………………………………..3-1  \nVision and Hearing…………………………….………………………..………………………3-1  \nFatigue………………………………………….…………………...…………………………..3-1  \nDriver Distractions……………………………………………………………………………...3-3  \nAggressive Driving……………………………….……………………………………………..3-5  \nKeeping Fit to Drive (Alcohol & Drugs)………….…………………………………………….3-5  \nEmotions………………………………………….……………………………………………3-15  \nYour Health……………………………………………………………………………………3-15  \nSection 3 Practice Questions…………………………………………………………………..3-16  \nSECTION 4 – BEFORE YOU DRIVE……………………………………………………….4-1  \nAdjusting Your Seat and Mirrors……………………………………………………………….4-1  \nUsing Safety Belts………………………………………………………………………………4-2  \nAir Bags...........…………………………………….……………………………………………4-3  \nKeeping Children Safe…………………………….…………………………………………….4-4  \nSection 4 Practice Questions……………………………………………………………………4-5  \nSECTION 5 – GETTING 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