Always be prepared to yield the right-of-way.

Assume all drivers automatically obey the right-of-way rules.

Assume most drivers obey the right-of-way rules.

Pass another vehicle in any marked no passing zone.

Pass another vehicle over a railroad crossing.

Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move.

Maryland Car Driving Permit Test-1 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

This sign indicates that the road ahead:

Turns sharply right, then left.
Curves right, then left.
Curves right.

Q.2

A distraction when driving is:

Anything that causes evasive action while driving.
Anything that takes your attention away from driving.
Anything that causes you to pay more attention to driving.

Q.3

A driver should:

Assume all drivers automatically obey the right-of-way rules.
Assume most drivers obey the right-of-way rules.
Always be prepared to yield the right-of-way.

Q.4

If your vehicle starts to lose traction because of water on the road, you should:

Drive at a constant speed to gain better traction.
Apply the brakes firmly to prevent your vehicle from sliding.
Slow down gradually and not apply the brakes.

Q.5

You want to park uphill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which direction do you turn your front wheels?

Straight ahead
Right, toward the side of the road
Left, toward the center of the road

Q.6

Adjust your rearview and side mirrors:

Before you start driving.
Whenever you need to use them.
Before you get into the car.

Q.7

If your vehicle has a mechanical problem:

Signal and pull into the slow lane.
Stop in your lane and put on your hazard lights.
Put on your hazard lights and pull off the road.

Q.8

Check your rearview mirrors:

Often to see how traffic is moving behind you.
To see if a vehicle is in your blind spot.
Only when you are slowing down.

Q.9

A blood alcohol concentration of 0.percent:

Won't have any effect on your driving.
Won't put other drivers at risk.
Will double your chances of having an accident.

Q.10

When arriving to an uncontrolled intersection at the same time as vehicles to your right and left, you should:

Yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on your left.
Yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on your right.
Wait until there are no vehicles at the intersection before proceeding.

Q.11

You are entering a freeway. Check traffic on the freeway by:

Using your rearview and side mirrors.
Using your rearview mirror.
Using your side mirror and looking over your shoulder.

Q.12

If you are feeling fatigued while driving, you should:

Increase your speed to reach your destination more quickly.
Increase the volume of your radio.
Find a safe parking area to take a short nap.

Q.13

A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means:

The same thing as a yield sign.
The light is about to turn green.
The same thing as a stop sign.

Q.14

You want to make a right turn at the corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. Before making your right turn, you should:

Turn off your engine until the person crosses the street.
Tell the pedestrian when to cross the street.
Wait until the person crosses the street.

Q.15

In a vehicle equipped with airbags, the safest place for children ageand under to ride is in:

The front seat.
The back seat.
The bed of a pick-up truck.

Q.16

It is necessary to use your low beams any time you are:

On a lighted street.
On a freeway.
In fog.

Q.17

MVA will suspend the license of any driver with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test result of:

0.08 percent or higher.
0.02 percent or higher.
0.06 percent or higher.

Q.18

If you are driving and a tire suddenly goes flat, you should:

Rapidly pump the brake pedal several times.
Slow down gradually and not brake.
Press down on the brake pedal as hard as you can.

Q.19

You have allowed the wheels of your vehicle to run off the edge of the pavement. What should you do first?

Turn the front wheels slightly to the left to edge the car back onto the pavement.
Hold the steering wheel firmly, release the gas pedal, and gently apply the brakes.
Apply the brakes and turn the front wheels sharply to the left.

Q.20

It is unlawful to:

Pass another vehicle in any marked no passing zone.
Pass another vehicle over a railroad crossing.
Both of the above.

Q.21

The amount of alcohol in the blood is referred to as:

Implied consent (IC).
Blood alcohol concentration (BAC).
Rate of alcohol consumption (RAC).

Q.22

When changing lanes:

Rely on the rearview mirror.
Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move.
Rely on the left side mirror.

Q.23

When double solid yellow lines separate lanes of traffic:

Passing is permitted from the left.
Passing is permitted from the right.
Passing is not permitted from either direction.

Q.24

This road sign means:

Road construction ahead.
The road ahead curves left then right.
The road ahead curves right then left.

Q.25

Which of these statements is true about drugs and driving?

Any prescription drug is safe to use if you don't feel drowsy.
Even over-the-counter drugs can impair your driving.
Only illegal drugs can impair your driving.