Maryland MVA Permit Practice Quick Test: 25 Questions

Quick Test has 25 multiple-choice questions on Maryland driving rules, including Four-Way stop simultaneous, steady red signal, flashing yellow signal and driveway entry yield. 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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  1. Who has the right-of-way when two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same time?

    • A. The driver on the left
    • B. The driver on the right
    • C. The vehicle going straight
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    B. The driver on the right

    When two vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the right has the right-of-way.

  2. What must a driver do at a steady red traffic signal?

    • A. Come to a complete stop
    • B. Proceed if no traffic is present
    • C. Slow down and proceed
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    A. Come to a complete stop

    A steady red signal requires a complete stop before entering the intersection.

  3. What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?

    • A. Traffic signal is broken
    • B. Stop completely
    • C. Slow down and proceed with caution
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    C. Slow down and proceed with caution

    A flashing yellow signal warns drivers to slow down and use caution.

  4. What should drivers do when entering traffic from a driveway?

    • A. Yield to roadway traffic
    • B. Honk to warn others
    • C. Force their way in
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    A. Yield to roadway traffic

    Drivers entering from a driveway must yield to traffic already on the roadway.

  5. What is the safest action when approaching an intersection with limited visibility?

    • A. Honk continuously
    • B. Speed through
    • C. Slow down and be prepared to stop
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    C. Slow down and be prepared to stop

    Limited visibility requires caution and readiness to stop.

Complete Study Guide: All 25 Questions with Answers

Every question in Quick Test, with the correct answer and an explanation for each.

  1. Q1. Who has the right-of-way when two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same time?

    Correct answer: The driver on the right

    Why: When two vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the right has the right-of-way.

  2. Q2. What must a driver do at a steady red traffic signal?

    Correct answer: Come to a complete stop

    Why: A steady red signal requires a complete stop before entering the intersection.

  3. Q3. What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?

    Correct answer: Slow down and proceed with caution

    Why: A flashing yellow signal warns drivers to slow down and use caution.

  4. Q4. What should drivers do when entering traffic from a driveway?

    Correct answer: Yield to roadway traffic

    Why: Drivers entering from a driveway must yield to traffic already on the roadway.

  5. Q5. What does a solid yellow line on your side of the road indicate?

    Correct answer: Passing prohibited

    Why: A solid yellow line on your side means passing is not allowed.

  6. Q6. What is the recommended following distance under ideal driving conditions?

    Correct answer: 3 to 4 seconds

    Why: A 3 to 4 second following distance allows time to react and stop safely.

  7. Q7. What does a diamond-shaped traffic sign usually warn of?

    Correct answer: Hazards or conditions ahead

    Why: Diamond-shaped signs warn drivers of hazards or special conditions.

  8. Q8. Which headlights should be used when driving in fog?

    Correct answer: Low beams

    Why: Low beams reduce glare and improve visibility in fog.

  9. Q9. When are headlights required during bad weather?

    Correct answer: When windshield wipers are in use

    Why: Headlights must be on when windshield wipers are being used.

  10. Q10. What should a driver do if the vehicle begins to skid?

    Correct answer: Steer in the direction of the skid

    Why: Steering in the direction of the skid helps regain control.

  11. Q11. What is hydroplaning?

    Correct answer: Loss of tire contact due to water

    Why: Hydroplaning occurs when tires lose contact with the road because of water.

  12. Q12. What should a driver do if hydroplaning occurs?

    Correct answer: Ease off the accelerator

    Why: Easing off the accelerator helps restore traction.

  13. Q13. What does an octagon-shaped sign always mean?

    Correct answer: Stop

    Why: Octagon-shaped signs are always stop signs.

  14. Q14. What color are work zone and construction signs?

    Correct answer: Orange

    Why: Orange signs indicate construction and work zones.

  15. Q15. What should drivers do when approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights?

    Correct answer: Stop and wait

    Why: Flashing lights require drivers to stop until it is safe to proceed.

  16. Q16. What does a broken white lane line indicate?

    Correct answer: Lane changes allowed

    Why: Broken white lines allow lane changes when safe.

  17. Q17. 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.

  18. Q18. What does a round yellow sign warn drivers of?

    Correct answer: Railroad crossing ahead

    Why: Round yellow signs warn of railroad crossings.

  19. Q19. When must high beam headlights be dimmed?

    Correct answer: Within 500 feet of oncoming traffic

    Why: High beams must be dimmed to avoid blinding other drivers.

  20. Q20. What should drivers do when traffic signals are not working?

    Correct answer: Treat it as an all-way stop

    Why: Non-working signals must be treated as all-way stops.

  21. Q21. What should drivers do when approaching pedestrians in a crosswalk?

    Correct answer: Yield and allow crossing

    Why: Drivers must yield to pedestrians lawfully crossing.

  22. Q22. What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?

    Correct answer: School zone or crossing

    Why: Pentagon-shaped signs warn of school zones or crossings.

  23. Q23. What should drivers do when roads are wet?

    Correct answer: Reduce speed

    Why: Wet roads reduce traction and require slower speeds.

  24. Q24. What should drivers do if they miss an exit on a highway?

    Correct answer: Continue to the next exit

    Why: Drivers must continue to the next exit if one is missed.

  25. Q25. What is the safest action when approaching an intersection with limited visibility?

    Correct answer: Slow down and be prepared to stop

    Why: Limited visibility requires caution and readiness to stop.

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