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Maryland DMV driver's license practice test 4

25 original questions from the Maryland Driver's Manual make up this free Maryland driver's license practice test. Expect questions from Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 4: Signs, Signals and Pavement Markings (5), Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 3: Basic Driving (4), and Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5: Driving Situations and Conditions (4). The first one asks: "What information do green signs give?" Each answer is explained, and there's nothing to sign up for.

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Questions
25
Passing score
88% (22 of 25)
Mistakes allowed
3
Official handbook
Maryland Driver's Manual

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What information do green signs give?

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  1. Question 1: What information do green signs give?

    • A. Services like food, gas, and lodging
    • B. Recreation areas and cultural interest sites
    • C. Destinations, distances, and directions

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 4: Signs, Signals and Pavement Markings

  2. Question 2: According to the manual, what is a basic rule of driving at all times?

    • A. Keep up with the fastest traffic
    • B. Control the vehicle to avoid a crash
    • C. Expect other drivers to follow rules

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 3: Basic Driving

  3. Question 3: What does a single solid white line mark?

    • A. The right edge of the road
    • B. The edges of a reversible lane
    • C. The left edge of a divided highway

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 4: Signs, Signals and Pavement Markings

  4. Question 4: How long must you hold a Type 2 permit before you can take the driving test?

    • A. At least 14 days
    • B. At least 9 months
    • C. At least 45 days

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 2: Licensing Requirements and Process

  5. Question 5: What do flashing green lights near a work zone usually mean?

    • A. You may pass the workers now
    • B. Speed cameras are turned off
    • C. Highway maintenance vehicles

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5: Driving Situations and Conditions

  6. Question 6: You feel sleepy while driving. What is best?

    • A. Rest or change drivers
    • B. Open the window and keep going
    • C. Turn up the radio and keep going

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors

  7. Question 7: You're following a slow farm vehicle while waiting to pass. What should you do?

    • A. Flash your high beams at it
    • B. Use your emergency flashers
    • C. Honk until it pulls over

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5: Driving Situations and Conditions

  8. Question 8: Your car stalls on a railroad crossing. What should you do?

    • A. Stay inside and keep trying to start it
    • B. Push the car off the tracks yourself
    • C. Get out and move away from the tracks

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5: Driving Situations and Conditions

  9. Question 9: How long does a Type 1 Learner's Instructional Permit last?

    • A. Up to 180 days
    • B. Up to 1 year
    • C. Up to 2 years

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 2: Licensing Requirements and Process

  10. Question 10: How close to an intersection or railroad grade crossing is passing prohibited?

    • A. Within 50 feet
    • B. Within 300 feet
    • C. Within 100 feet

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 3: Basic Driving

  11. Question 11: How does sleepiness affect a driver?

    • A. It slows reaction time like alcohol does
    • B. It only matters on long trips at night
    • C. It sharpens your focus for a short while

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors

  12. Question 12: You're making a left turn. Whom must you yield to?

    • A. Drivers in the opposing traffic lane
    • B. Drivers who are behind you in your lane
    • C. Only large trucks and buses coming at you

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 3: Basic Driving

  13. Question 13: Where should you look when an oncoming car's headlights are bright?

    • A. Straight at the oncoming headlights
    • B. Toward the center line on your left
    • C. Toward the right edge of your lane

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5: Driving Situations and Conditions

  14. Question 14: Who is at fault in more than half of car crashes with motorcycles?

    • A. The car drivers
    • B. Other vehicles nearby
    • C. The motorcyclists

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 7: Sharing the Road

  15. Question 15: Where would you see a single solid yellow line on your left?

    • A. Between two lanes of traffic going the same way
    • B. On divided highways, one-way roads, and ramps
    • C. Across your lane where you must stop at a stop sign

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 4: Signs, Signals and Pavement Markings

  16. Question 16: You've parked on the street. What should you do before opening your door?

    • A. Honk to warn drivers behind you
    • B. Check your mirrors and traffic
    • C. Turn on your headlights

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 3: Basic Driving

  17. Question 17: When must you always call the police after a crash?

    • A. When there is only a small dent on a bumper
    • B. When a driver seems to be drunk or on drugs
    • C. When the other driver apologizes

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 8: Crashes and Traffic Stops

  18. Question 18: Who must wear a seat belt under Maryland law?

    • A. Only passengers under 16
    • B. Only the driver and front passenger
    • C. The driver and all passengers

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 10: Other Important Information

  19. Question 19: How much more likely is a motorcyclist to be hurt in a crash than a car driver?

    • A. Ten times
    • B. Six times
    • C. Twice

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 7: Sharing the Road

  20. Question 20: You're coming up behind a bicyclist. What should you do?

    • A. Speed up to pass quickly
    • B. Slow down and don't honk
    • C. Honk to let them know you're there

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 7: Sharing the Road

  21. Question 21: How long does a passing knowledge test score stay valid?

    • A. Up to six months
    • B. Up to one full year
    • C. Up to two years

    Source:Maryland Online Driver Test Tutorial (MVA)

  22. Question 22: A 16-year-old provisional driver wants to drive alone at 1 a.m. Which trip is allowed?

    • A. Driving home from their job
    • B. Driving to a store for snacks
    • C. Driving home from a friend's party

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 9: Other Restrictions, Violations and Penalties

  23. Question 23: A married 17-year-old applies for a license. Who can co-sign?

    • A. Their spouse, if the spouse is 18 or older
    • B. Their spouse, whatever the spouse's age
    • C. Only a parent, even though they are married

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 2: Licensing Requirements and Process

  24. Question 24: May you cut through a gas station to avoid a red light?

    • A. Yes, if the business is open
    • B. Yes, if you don't exceed the speed limit
    • C. No, that's not allowed

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 4: Signs, Signals and Pavement Markings

  25. Question 25: When may you turn left on a steady red light?

    • A. From a two-way street onto another two-way street
    • B. From a one-way street onto another one-way street
    • C. Any time after a full stop, if the road is clear

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 4: Signs, Signals and Pavement Markings

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