Maryland MVA Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is The maximum allowable speed in a school zone when children are present

This sign warns drivers not to exceed the posted speed limit in a school zone or school crossing when children are present. In this case, the maximum allowable speed is 15 mph.

Not quite. The answer is Merging from the right

This traffic sign warns that two roadways are joining, and vehicles will have to merge into one lane. Adjust to the merging traffic.

Not quite. The answer is 2 years.

In Maryland, an instructional permit is valid for a period of two years.

Source: B. Learner's Instructional Permit, Section 2: Licensing Requirements/Process, Maryland Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is Pedestrians may enter the crosswalk.

Pedestrian signals are only for controlling pedestrian traffic. This signal showing a person walking tells pedestrians that they may enter the crosswalk to cross the roadway. (Older signals had the word "WALK" illuminated instead.) A signal showing an upraised hand tells pedestrians that they may not enter the crosswalk. (Older signals had the words "DONT WALK" illuminated instead.)

Not quite. The answer is Stop and yield to all traffic before proceeding.

When the traffic signals are not working, you must stop, yield to pedestrians and cross traffic, and only proceed (with extreme caution) when it is safe to do so.

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

Not quite. The answer is You must make a U-turn from this lane.

This unusual lane control sign indicates that all vehicles in this lane must make a U-turn. This sign may be accompanied by an equally unusual traffic signal whose lighted U-turn arrows will indicate when the vehicles can make the U-turns.

Not quite. The answer is The recommended position of the hands on the steering wheel of a vehicle without airbags

This picture represents the most effective position (10 o'clock and 2 o'clock) of the hands on the steering wheel of a vehicle without airbags.

Not quite. The answer is You should avoid changing lanes if possible.

A solid white line separates two lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. Still, you should try to avoid crossing a solid white line if possible. If you must cross one, do so with caution.

Source: 1. Types of Line Markings, C. Highway Pavement Markings, Section IV - Signals, Signs and Pavement Markings, Maryland Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is They are not allowed to buy alcohol, consume alcohol or be in possession of alcohol.

You are not allowed to buy alcohol, consume alcohol or be in possession of alcohol unless you are 21 years of age.

Not quite. The answer is The driver and every passenger

In Maryland, when the driver is under 18 and holds a provisional license, every occupant of the vehicle must wear a seat belt or suitable child restraint.

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

Not quite. The answer is a nighttime reflector.

This sign is a nighttime reflector that shows where the road lies.

Not quite. The answer is There is a steep descent ahead.

This sign warns of a steep descent ahead. Reduce your speed and watch for slowly descending vehicles. Use a low gear (even with an automatic transmission) to slow your vehicle and reduce the need for braking. Applying your brakes too heavily for too long may lead to brake fade (loss of braking effectiveness).

Source: 5. Traffic Warning Signs, B. Traffic Signs, Section IV - Signals, Signs and Pavement Markings, Maryland Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is It indicates the direction.

This is a directional arrow sign.

Not quite. The answer is A playground is ahead.

This is a warning sign indicating a playground ahead.

Not quite. The answer is chemical testing.

Any driver who operates a vehicle in Maryland gives implied consent to chemical testing for alcohol or drugs.

Source: B. Notice to Applicant- Implied Consent, Section 9: Other Restrictions, Violations, and Penalties, Maryland Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is the highest speed at which you may travel under ideal conditions.

This sign indicates the highest speed at which you may legally travel under ideal conditions. In this case, the legal maximum speed limit is 65 mph. In poor weather, you should slow down to below the legal speed limit. You can be cited for driving too fast in poor weather, even if you are not exceeding the legal speed limit.

Not quite. The answer is the outside lanes for turning and any lane for through travel.

On a one-way street with three or more lanes of traffic, use the center lane(s) for through travel and the outside lanes for turning.

Not quite. The answer is a yield sign ahead.

This sign gives advance warning of a yield sign ahead. Prepare to slow down and yield to vehicles approaching from other roadways.

Not quite. The answer is turn right and merge into traffic

A roundabout is a one-way circular intersection in which traffic moves counterclockwise. To enter a roundabout, you must always turn right and yield the right-of-way to vehicles that are already in the roundabout.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above statements are true.

Under Maryland law, you must use your headlights at night, whenever visibility becomes difficult at 1,000 feet, and whenever you use your windshield wipers in poor weather.

Source: Headlight Use, A. Driving in Reduced Visibility, Section V - Driving Situations and Conditions, Maryland Driver's Manual