Maryland MVA Permit Practice Test 2: 50 Questions
Practice Test 2 has 50 multiple-choice questions on Maryland driving rules, including flashing red arrow, Right-Side passing, double solid white line and following large truck. Each answer is explained as soon as you pick it, and every question is listed with its answer in the study guide below.
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What Practice Test 2 Covers
The questions in this test ask about:
- Flashing Red Arrow
- Right-Side Passing
- Double Solid White Line
- Following Large Truck
- Roundabout Entry
- One-Way Sign
- Night Driving Requirement
- Stop Line Purpose
- Green Signal
- Sharp Curve Approach
- Hydroplaning Cause
- Fog Driving
- Lane Change Requirement
- Broken Yellow Center
- Wet Road Adjustment
Try 5 Questions from This Test
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What does a flashing red arrow require?
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C. Come to a complete stop
A flashing red arrow requires a complete stop before proceeding when safe.
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When may drivers pass on the right?
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B. When the vehicle ahead is turning left
Passing on the right is allowed when the vehicle ahead is making a left turn and it is safe.
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What does a double solid white line indicate?
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B. Lane change prohibited
Double solid white lines mean lane changes are not allowed.
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When following a large truck, what should drivers do?
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A. Increase following distance
Extra distance improves visibility and reaction time.
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What should drivers do when entering a roundabout?
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B. Yield to traffic in the circle
Traffic already in the roundabout has the right-of-way.
Complete Study Guide: All 50 Questions with Answers
Every question in Practice Test 2, with the correct answer and an explanation for each.
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Q1. Who has the right-of-way at an uncontrolled intersection when two vehicles arrive at the same time?
Correct answer: The driver on the right
Why: When vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the right has the right-of-way.
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Q2. What should a driver do before entering a roadway from a private road or driveway?
Correct answer: Yield to all traffic
Why: Drivers entering from private roads or driveways must yield to traffic already on the roadway.
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Q3. What is the purpose of a stop line at an intersection?
Correct answer: To show where vehicles must stop
Why: Stop lines show drivers exactly where they must stop at intersections.
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Q4. What should a driver do at a steady green traffic signal?
Correct answer: Proceed with caution
Why: Drivers must check for pedestrians and other vehicles before proceeding.
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Q5. What does a flashing red arrow require?
Correct answer: Come to a complete stop
Why: A flashing red arrow requires a complete stop before proceeding when safe.
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Q6. When may drivers pass on the right?
Correct answer: When the vehicle ahead is turning left
Why: Passing on the right is allowed when the vehicle ahead is making a left turn and it is safe.
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Q7. What does a solid white line between lanes mean?
Correct answer: Lane changes discouraged
Why: A solid white line discourages lane changes but does not completely prohibit them.
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Q8. What is the safest action when approaching a sharp curve?
Correct answer: Slow before entering
Why: Slowing before entering a curve helps maintain control.
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Q9. What should drivers do when visibility is reduced due to weather?
Correct answer: Use road markings as guides
Why: Road markings help guide drivers when visibility is reduced.
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Q10. When are drivers required to use headlights?
Correct answer: When they cannot see clearly 1,000 feet ahead
Why: Headlights are required whenever drivers cannot clearly see at least 1,000 feet ahead.
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Q11. What is the correct action when approaching a yield sign?
Correct answer: Slow down and yield if needed
Why: Drivers must slow down and yield the right-of-way when required.
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Q12. What should a driver do when a traffic signal is not operating?
Correct answer: Treat it as a four-way stop
Why: Non-working signals must be treated as all-way stops.
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Q13. What is the minimum recommended following distance in ideal conditions?
Correct answer: 3 to 4 seconds
Why: A 3 to 4 second following distance provides adequate reaction time.
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Q14. When following a large truck, what should drivers do?
Correct answer: Increase following distance
Why: Extra distance improves visibility and reaction time.
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Q15. What does a broken yellow center line indicate?
Correct answer: Passing permitted with caution
Why: Broken yellow lines allow passing when safe.
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Q16. What does a double solid white line indicate?
Correct answer: Lane change prohibited
Why: Double solid white lines mean lane changes are not allowed.
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Q17. What is the proper response to a flashing yellow signal?
Correct answer: Slow down and proceed cautiously
Why: Flashing yellow signals warn drivers to slow down and use caution.
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Q18. What should drivers do when approaching pedestrians at a crosswalk?
Correct answer: Yield and allow crossing
Why: Drivers must yield to pedestrians lawfully crossing.
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Q19. What does an octagon-shaped sign indicate?
Correct answer: Stop
Why: Octagon-shaped signs always mean stop.
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Q20. What color are warning signs that alert drivers to hazards?
Correct answer: Yellow
Why: Yellow signs warn drivers of hazards or special conditions.
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Q21. What should drivers do when entering a roundabout?
Correct answer: Yield to traffic in the circle
Why: Traffic already in the roundabout has the right-of-way.
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Q22. When is it illegal to pass another vehicle?
Correct answer: Near the top of a hill
Why: Passing near hills limits visibility and is unsafe.
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Q23. What should drivers do if their vehicle begins to skid?
Correct answer: Steer in the direction of the skid
Why: Steering in the direction of the skid helps regain control.
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Q24. What causes hydroplaning?
Correct answer: Water buildup under tires
Why: Water buildup can cause tires to lose contact with the road.
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Q25. What is the correct action if hydroplaning occurs?
Correct answer: Ease off the accelerator
Why: Easing off the gas helps restore traction.
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Q26. What does a pentagon-shaped sign warn drivers about?
Correct answer: School zone or crossing
Why: Pentagon-shaped signs indicate school zones or crossings.
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Q27. What should drivers do when driving in fog?
Correct answer: Use low beams
Why: Low beams reduce glare and improve visibility in fog.
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Q28. What does a round yellow sign mean?
Correct answer: Railroad crossing ahead
Why: Round yellow signs warn of railroad crossings.
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Q29. What is required before making a lane change?
Correct answer: Signal and check mirrors
Why: Signaling and checking mirrors ensures lane changes are safe.
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Q30. What does a single solid yellow line indicate?
Correct answer: Passing prohibited
Why: A solid yellow line means passing is not allowed.
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Q31. When may drivers stop on an interstate shoulder?
Correct answer: Only in emergencies
Why: Stopping on shoulders is allowed only for emergencies.
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Q32. What should drivers do when approaching a work zone?
Correct answer: Slow down and stay alert
Why: Work zones require reduced speed and increased attention.
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Q33. What color are work zone signs?
Correct answer: Orange
Why: Orange signs indicate construction and maintenance zones.
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Q34. What does a solid white edge line indicate?
Correct answer: Right edge of roadway
Why: Solid white lines mark the right edge of the road.
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Q35. What should drivers do at a railroad crossing with flashing lights?
Correct answer: Stop and wait
Why: Flashing lights require drivers to stop until safe.
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Q36. What should drivers do when roads are wet?
Correct answer: Reduce speed
Why: Wet roads reduce traction and require slower speeds.
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Q37. What does a diamond-shaped sign usually indicate?
Correct answer: Warning
Why: Diamond-shaped signs warn of hazards or changes ahead.
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Q38. When must high beams be dimmed?
Correct answer: Within 500 feet of oncoming traffic
Why: High beams must be dimmed to avoid blinding others.
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Q39. What should drivers do when following a vehicle at night?
Correct answer: Increase distance
Why: Increased distance improves reaction time at night.
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Q40. What is the safest action at a green light intersection?
Correct answer: Proceed with caution
Why: Drivers must check for traffic and pedestrians.
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Q41. What does a flashing yellow arrow allow drivers to do?
Correct answer: Turn with caution
Why: Flashing yellow arrows allow cautious turns.
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Q42. What should drivers do when approaching a school bus with flashing lights?
Correct answer: Stop
Why: Drivers must stop for school buses with flashing lights.
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Q43. What does a one-way sign indicate?
Correct answer: Traffic flows in one direction
Why: One-way signs show traffic flows in a single direction.
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Q44. What should drivers do when entering traffic from a side road?
Correct answer: Yield to traffic
Why: Drivers must yield when entering from side roads.
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Q45. What is the main purpose of traffic signs?
Correct answer: Regulate and guide traffic
Why: Traffic signs regulate, warn, and guide road users.
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Q46. What does a broken white line between lanes mean?
Correct answer: Lane change allowed
Why: Broken white lines allow lane changes.
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Q47. What should drivers do when approaching an intersection with a yield sign?
Correct answer: Slow down and yield if necessary
Why: Yield signs require drivers to give right-of-way when needed.
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Q48. What is required when driving at night?
Correct answer: Use headlights
Why: Headlights are required for night driving.
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Q49. What should drivers do when their view is obstructed?
Correct answer: Slow down
Why: Reduced visibility requires slower speeds.
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Q50. What is the safest action when approaching an intersection with limited visibility?
Correct answer: Slow down and be prepared to stop
Why: Reduced visibility requires caution and preparedness.