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Maryland DMV quick permit practice test 3

12 questions for a quick Maryland permit test review, picked from the full tests and based on the Maryland Driver's Manual. They come mostly from Section 5: Driving Situations and Conditions (4), Section 7: Sharing the Road (3), and Section 4: Signs, Signals and Pavement Markings (3). You begin with: "What does a flashing yellow signal mean?" Each answer is explained.

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Questions
12
Passing score
88% (11 of 12)
Mistakes allowed
1
Official handbook
Maryland Driver's Manual

Practice questions

Question 1 of 120 of 12 answered

What does a flashing yellow signal mean?

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What this test covers

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

All 12 questions on this test

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: What does a flashing yellow signal mean?

    • A. The light is about to turn red
    • B. Slow down and proceed with caution
    • C. Stop fully, then go when it's clear

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

  2. Question 2: What should you assume about a bicyclist at an intersection?

    • A. They'll stop and wait for you to go first
    • B. They're going straight unless they signal
    • C. They're turning right

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

  3. Question 3: A permit holder of any age is convicted of a moving violation. How long must they then hold the permit?

    • A. At least 45 days after the most recent conviction
    • B. At least 18 months after the most recent conviction
    • C. At least 9 months after the most recent conviction

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

  4. Question 4: 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

  5. Question 5: What color is used for work zones?

    • A. Yellow-green
    • B. Orange
    • C. Fluorescent pink

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

  6. Question 6: 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

  7. Question 7: What are the most common causes of reduced visibility?

    • A. Darkness, fog, heavy rain, and snow
    • B. Sun glare, dust, and tall buildings
    • C. Wind, heat, and dirty mirrors

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

  8. Question 8: Where does ice usually form first?

    • A. On roads in direct sunlight
    • B. On ramps and bridges
    • C. In tunnels and underpasses

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

  9. Question 9: Which bicyclists are most likely to change direction without warning?

    • A. Experienced bicyclists
    • B. Bicyclists riding in groups
    • C. Young bicyclists

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

  10. Question 10: 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

  11. Question 11: You're parking along a road with a curb. Where should the car be?

    • A. As close to the curb as possible
    • B. In the travel lane with flashers on
    • C. About three feet from the curb

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

  12. Question 12: 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

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