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Maryland DMV driver's license practice test 6

Here are 25 free Maryland driver's license practice questions drawn from the Maryland Driver's Manual. They focus on Section 4: Signs, Signals and Pavement Markings (5), Section 3: Basic Driving (4), and Section 5: Driving Situations and Conditions (4). The test opens with: "A school bus is stopped with flashing red lights. You're behind it. How far back must you stop?" You get an explanation after each answer, and you need no account.

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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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Question 1 of 250 of 25 answered

A school bus is stopped with flashing red lights. You're behind it. How far back must you stop?

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Every question comes from one of these sections of the Maryland Driver's Manual.

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Every question on this test is listed here with its answer options. Take the test above to see which answers are correct and why.

  1. Question 1: A school bus is stopped with flashing red lights. You're behind it. How far back must you stop?

    • A. At least 20 feet
    • B. At least 50 feet
    • C. At least 10 feet

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

  2. Question 2: What do double solid white lines mean?

    • A. Same-direction lanes where lane changes are allowed
    • B. Opposite-direction lanes where passing is banned
    • C. Same-direction lanes where you may not change lanes

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

  3. Question 3: What size space is used for pull-in and back-in parking on the driving test?

    • A. 8 feet by 16 feet
    • B. 10 feet by 20 feet
    • C. 16 feet by 20 feet

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

  4. Question 4: A train has just passed and the gates rise. What should you do before crossing?

    • A. Cross right away before gates drop again
    • B. Look both ways for another train
    • C. Honk twice and then cross

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

  5. Question 5: In a skid, which way should you steer?

    • A. In the direction you're skidding
    • B. Hold the wheel perfectly straight
    • C. Away from the direction of the skid

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

  6. Question 6: Do you have to carry a Developmental Disability Disclosure Card?

    • A. No, it's voluntary
    • B. Yes, but only while driving under 18
    • C. Yes, if you have a developmental disability

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

  7. Question 7: What does a crossbuck sign mark?

    • A. An intersection where all four ways must stop
    • B. A road ahead that is closed to all traffic
    • C. The location of a railroad crossing

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

  8. Question 8: What is the penalty for a first moving violation with a provisional license?

    • A. Completing a driver improvement program
    • B. Revocation of the license
    • C. A 30-day suspension of the provisional license

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

  9. Question 9: Do most intersections have a crosswalk?

    • A. Only those with painted lines
    • B. Yes, even if it's not marked
    • C. Only those with walk signals

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

  10. Question 10: How many documents proving Maryland residence must you bring when you apply?

    • A. Two documents
    • B. One document
    • C. Three documents

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

  11. Question 11: What minimum following distance does the MVA recommend in ideal conditions?

    • A. 6 to 8 seconds
    • B. 1 to 2 seconds
    • C. 3 to 4 seconds

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

  12. Question 12: What is traction?

    • A. The force your brakes press on the wheels
    • B. The grip between your tires and the road
    • C. The weight of your car on the road

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

  13. Question 13: A 17-year-old driver wants to use a hands-free phone. Is it allowed?

    • A. No, only a 911 emergency call is allowed
    • B. Yes, as long as the call is short
    • C. Yes, for short calls to a parent or guardian

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

  14. Question 14: Your view is blocked as you come near a tunnel. How close to it is passing prohibited?

    • A. Within 25 feet
    • B. Within 500 feet
    • C. Within 100 feet

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

  15. Question 15: Which headlights should you use when approaching a bicycle at night?

    • A. High beams
    • B. Parking lights
    • C. Low beams

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

  16. Question 16: Your car is disabled and it's safe to stay inside. What should you do?

    • A. Unbuckle so you can get out fast
    • B. Stay buckled and face forward
    • C. Stand in front of the car

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

  17. Question 17: How much time do you get to finish the Maryland knowledge test?

    • A. 45 minutes
    • B. 20 minutes
    • C. 30 minutes

    Source:Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 1: Driving Tests Requirements

  18. Question 18: What causes most rear-end crashes?

    • A. Using high beam headlights
    • B. Stopping at yellow lights
    • C. Following too closely

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

  19. Question 19: What does a trapezoid-shaped sign mark?

    • A. School zones and school crossings ahead
    • B. Hazards or special conditions on the road ahead
    • C. Recreation areas and National Forest Routes

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

  20. Question 20: What does a single broken white line mean?

    • A. Traffic goes opposite ways and passing is allowed
    • B. Traffic goes the same way and you may change lanes
    • C. Traffic goes the same way and lane changes are discouraged

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

  21. Question 21: You stop at a T intersection where your road ends. Whom do you yield to?

    • A. Only drivers coming from your right
    • B. No one, if you stopped first
    • C. Drivers already on the through road

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

  22. Question 22: Your phone rings while you're driving. What does the manual suggest?

    • A. Let voicemail answer
    • B. Answer on speaker and talk as long as needed
    • C. Hold the phone briefly to answer

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

  23. Question 23: In a work zone, what do flashing blue lights mean?

    • A. Speed cameras are active
    • B. Highway maintenance vehicles are nearby
    • C. Workers are present

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

  24. Question 24: A work zone sign reads "active when flashing." What happens when it flashes?

    • A. Fines for violations are increased
    • B. The speed limit no longer applies
    • C. The work zone is closed to traffic

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

  25. Question 25: Who must co-sign a permit application for an applicant under 18?

    • A. The applicant's driver education teacher
    • B. A parent or legal guardian
    • C. Any licensed driver who is 21 or older

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

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