2024 Maryland Permit Test 7

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Maryland. Each permit practice test question has three answer.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Maryland. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Maryland please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/maryland/car.

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17. When turning left at an intersection:

Explanation
When turning left at an intersection, yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Once the intersection is clear and applicable signals allow, you may complete the turn.

18. To avoid traction loss on wet roads, you should:

Explanation
To prevent hydroplaning, lower your speed in response to wet roads and keep your tires in good condition. If you detect a loss of control, take your foot off the gas, do not apply the brakes, maintain the direction of the vehicle, and allow the vehicle to slow to a manageable speed.

19. When in a vehicle, wear a seat belt:

Explanation
Maryland Motor Vehicle Law requires that the driver and the front seat passenger must always wear a seat belt. In addition, any individual under the age of 16 must wear a seat belt or be restrained in a child safety seat, regardless of seating position.

20. If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, you should:

Explanation
If your vehicle has a two-part seat belt system, be sure to wear both the lap belt and the shoulder belt. Wearing either part alone greatly reduces your protection. If you have an automatic shoulder belt, be sure to buckle your lap belt as well.

21. You must obey instructions from school crossing guards:

Explanation
Drivers should be alert to the presence of crossing guards when near a school and must always obey their instructions.

22. Which of the following are factors commonly contributing to traffic crashes?

Explanation
Driving above the speed limit, driving too far below the speed limit, and driving too fast for conditions are all actions that commonly contribute to traffic accidents. Always drive with the general flow of traffic, within legal speed limits.

23. This sign means:

georgia-pedestrian crossing
Explanation
Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. This sign alerts drivers to where pedestrians may be crossing. If a pedestrian is crossing in a crosswalk marked with this sign, drivers must stop and remain stopped until the pedestrian is no longer in the crosswalk.

24. Driving more slowly than surrounding traffic is:

Explanation
Driving more slowly than other traffic can be dangerous. Drivers behind you may become impatient and will be tempted to take dangerous risks to pass you.

25. This road sign means:

georgia-reduction of lanes
Explanation
A warning sign is usually yellow with black markings. This sign warns that the number of lanes ahead is reduced and that traffic will need to merge to the left.
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