Under what circumstance is a new driver under the age of 25 required to practice night driving?

A new driver under the age of 25 is required to practice night driving for at least 10 hours. This requirement is in place to ensure that novice drivers gain experience in different driving conditions, particularly at night when visibility is reduced and driving can be more challenging.

Night driving can involve dealing with various factors such as glare from headlights, different speeds of traffic, and the difficulty of judging distances. By mandating 10 hours of practice specifically at night, the driving curriculum aims to prepare young drivers to handle these conditions more safely and confidently. Gaining this experience is not just about the number of hours logged, but also about the skills and comfort level developed while driving in lower light conditions.

The other options suggest a range of hours that exceed the requirement set by the Maryland MVA, presenting unnecessary hours beyond what is mandated for a foundational understanding of night driving. Focusing on the specified 10-hour practice allows new drivers to effectively develop their nighttime driving skills within a structured framework.