MARYLAND MVA LEARNER'S PERMIT
PRACTICE 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
What is the minimum visual acuity required for the driving skills test? - ANSWERSAt
least 20/40 in each eye.
What is a Type 1 Learner's Instructional Permit? - ANSWERSA permit for new drivers
that lasts up to 2 years, requiring a vision screening and knowledge test to obtain.
What is the significance of the 'Move Over Law'? - ANSWERSIt requires drivers to
move over or slow down for emergency vehicles on the roadside.
What is the requirement for the continuous field of vision for the driving test? -
ANSWERSAt least 140 degrees.
What is the minimum age to apply for a Type 2 Learner's Instructional Permit in
Maryland? - ANSWERSAt least 16 years and 6 months old.
How long is a Type 2 Learner's Instructional Permit valid? - ANSWERSUp to 180 days.
How long must you hold a Learner's Instructional Permit before taking the driving test? -
ANSWERSAt least 14 days.
How many practice hours are required with a supervising driver while holding a
Learner's Instructional Permit? - ANSWERSAt least 60 practice hours.
How long must you hold a Provisional Driver's License before being eligible for a regular
Driver's License? - ANSWERSAt least 18 months.
What is a basic requirement before driving? - ANSWERSYou and your vehicle must be
in good condition.
What is defensive driving? - ANSWERSDriving with awareness and making constant
decisions to avoid risks.
What does 'yielding the right-of-way' mean? - ANSWERSLetting other vehicles,
bicyclists, or pedestrians move ahead of you.
When should you yield the right-of-way at an intersection? - ANSWERSTo the driver
who arrives first or to the driver on your right if you arrive simultaneously.
,What should you do if you are approaching a 'T' intersection? - ANSWERSYield to
drivers already on the road.
What factors require you to adjust your speed while driving? - ANSWERSAdverse
conditions like sharp curves, slippery roads, and areas with pedestrians.
What is the maximum legal speed you can travel on a road? - ANSWERSThe posted
speed limit under ideal conditions.
What is the recommended following distance under ideal conditions? - ANSWERSA
minimum of 3 to 4 seconds.
What is the consequence of driving over the speed limit? - ANSWERSIt is a common
cause of vehicle crashes and can lead to severe consequences.
What should you do before changing lanes? - ANSWERSEnsure it is safe to do so and
do not drift across lane lines.
What is the recommended action when driving in heavy traffic? - ANSWERSMaintain a
safe distance and adjust your speed accordingly.
What should you do at railroad grade crossings? - ANSWERSBe cautious as they are
level with the road.
What should you do if you are driving in a shopping center or parking lot? -
ANSWERSReduce your speed and be aware of pedestrians and other vehicles.
What is the impact of following too closely? - ANSWERSIt increases the risk of rear-end
crashes.
What should you do when making a left turn? - ANSWERSYield to drivers in the
opposing traffic lane.
What is the importance of visual search while driving? - ANSWERSIt helps you stay
aware of your surroundings and identify potential risks.
What should you do if you encounter a pedestrian at an intersection? - ANSWERSYield
the right-of-way to the pedestrian.
What is the effect of driving at a speed lower than other traffic? - ANSWERSIt
encourages other vehicles to pass, increasing crash chances.
What is a reference point in driving? - ANSWERSAn object ahead, like a bridge or sign,
used to determine safe following distance.
, How long should you count to determine if you are following at a safe distance? -
ANSWERSCount to three one thousand or more before reaching the reference point.
What should you do when turning? - ANSWERSLook for signs and signals, plan your
turn, and signal before the turn.
What is the recommended following distance when behind vehicles that stop often? -
ANSWERSIncrease the distance to four or five seconds.
What factors affect your vehicle's stopping distance? - ANSWERSThe type and
condition of the road, tire treads, and brakes.
What should you do before making a U-turn? - ANSWERSCheck if U-turns are allowed,
signal, and yield to oncoming traffic.
What is the proper procedure for passing another vehicle? - ANSWERSUse your turn
signal, ensure you have enough time and space, and pass on the left.
What should you do when being passed by another vehicle? - ANSWERSYield to the
other vehicle and do not increase your speed.
What are the general parking rules? - ANSWERSPark in designated areas, as far from
traffic as possible, and set the parking brake.
What should you do when a traffic signal is not working? - ANSWERSStop at the stop
line or before entering the intersection if no stop line is present.
What does a steady red signal indicate? - ANSWERSCome to a complete stop and
remain stopped as long as the signal is red.
What does a steady yellow signal mean? - ANSWERSThe signal is changing from
green to red; prepare to stop safely.
What actions are permitted at a steady green signal? - ANSWERSProceed through the
intersection, yielding to pedestrians and vehicles already there.
What does a steady red arrow signal indicate? - ANSWERSCome to a complete stop if
you want to go in the direction of the arrow.
What does a steady yellow arrow signal mean? - ANSWERSPermission to turn in the
direction of the arrow is ending; slow down and proceed with caution.
What does a steady green arrow signal indicate? - ANSWERSYou may drive in the
direction of the arrow, yielding to pedestrians and vehicles.
PRACTICE 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
What is the minimum visual acuity required for the driving skills test? - ANSWERSAt
least 20/40 in each eye.
What is a Type 1 Learner's Instructional Permit? - ANSWERSA permit for new drivers
that lasts up to 2 years, requiring a vision screening and knowledge test to obtain.
What is the significance of the 'Move Over Law'? - ANSWERSIt requires drivers to
move over or slow down for emergency vehicles on the roadside.
What is the requirement for the continuous field of vision for the driving test? -
ANSWERSAt least 140 degrees.
What is the minimum age to apply for a Type 2 Learner's Instructional Permit in
Maryland? - ANSWERSAt least 16 years and 6 months old.
How long is a Type 2 Learner's Instructional Permit valid? - ANSWERSUp to 180 days.
How long must you hold a Learner's Instructional Permit before taking the driving test? -
ANSWERSAt least 14 days.
How many practice hours are required with a supervising driver while holding a
Learner's Instructional Permit? - ANSWERSAt least 60 practice hours.
How long must you hold a Provisional Driver's License before being eligible for a regular
Driver's License? - ANSWERSAt least 18 months.
What is a basic requirement before driving? - ANSWERSYou and your vehicle must be
in good condition.
What is defensive driving? - ANSWERSDriving with awareness and making constant
decisions to avoid risks.
What does 'yielding the right-of-way' mean? - ANSWERSLetting other vehicles,
bicyclists, or pedestrians move ahead of you.
When should you yield the right-of-way at an intersection? - ANSWERSTo the driver
who arrives first or to the driver on your right if you arrive simultaneously.
,What should you do if you are approaching a 'T' intersection? - ANSWERSYield to
drivers already on the road.
What factors require you to adjust your speed while driving? - ANSWERSAdverse
conditions like sharp curves, slippery roads, and areas with pedestrians.
What is the maximum legal speed you can travel on a road? - ANSWERSThe posted
speed limit under ideal conditions.
What is the recommended following distance under ideal conditions? - ANSWERSA
minimum of 3 to 4 seconds.
What is the consequence of driving over the speed limit? - ANSWERSIt is a common
cause of vehicle crashes and can lead to severe consequences.
What should you do before changing lanes? - ANSWERSEnsure it is safe to do so and
do not drift across lane lines.
What is the recommended action when driving in heavy traffic? - ANSWERSMaintain a
safe distance and adjust your speed accordingly.
What should you do at railroad grade crossings? - ANSWERSBe cautious as they are
level with the road.
What should you do if you are driving in a shopping center or parking lot? -
ANSWERSReduce your speed and be aware of pedestrians and other vehicles.
What is the impact of following too closely? - ANSWERSIt increases the risk of rear-end
crashes.
What should you do when making a left turn? - ANSWERSYield to drivers in the
opposing traffic lane.
What is the importance of visual search while driving? - ANSWERSIt helps you stay
aware of your surroundings and identify potential risks.
What should you do if you encounter a pedestrian at an intersection? - ANSWERSYield
the right-of-way to the pedestrian.
What is the effect of driving at a speed lower than other traffic? - ANSWERSIt
encourages other vehicles to pass, increasing crash chances.
What is a reference point in driving? - ANSWERSAn object ahead, like a bridge or sign,
used to determine safe following distance.
, How long should you count to determine if you are following at a safe distance? -
ANSWERSCount to three one thousand or more before reaching the reference point.
What should you do when turning? - ANSWERSLook for signs and signals, plan your
turn, and signal before the turn.
What is the recommended following distance when behind vehicles that stop often? -
ANSWERSIncrease the distance to four or five seconds.
What factors affect your vehicle's stopping distance? - ANSWERSThe type and
condition of the road, tire treads, and brakes.
What should you do before making a U-turn? - ANSWERSCheck if U-turns are allowed,
signal, and yield to oncoming traffic.
What is the proper procedure for passing another vehicle? - ANSWERSUse your turn
signal, ensure you have enough time and space, and pass on the left.
What should you do when being passed by another vehicle? - ANSWERSYield to the
other vehicle and do not increase your speed.
What are the general parking rules? - ANSWERSPark in designated areas, as far from
traffic as possible, and set the parking brake.
What should you do when a traffic signal is not working? - ANSWERSStop at the stop
line or before entering the intersection if no stop line is present.
What does a steady red signal indicate? - ANSWERSCome to a complete stop and
remain stopped as long as the signal is red.
What does a steady yellow signal mean? - ANSWERSThe signal is changing from
green to red; prepare to stop safely.
What actions are permitted at a steady green signal? - ANSWERSProceed through the
intersection, yielding to pedestrians and vehicles already there.
What does a steady red arrow signal indicate? - ANSWERSCome to a complete stop if
you want to go in the direction of the arrow.
What does a steady yellow arrow signal mean? - ANSWERSPermission to turn in the
direction of the arrow is ending; slow down and proceed with caution.
What does a steady green arrow signal indicate? - ANSWERSYou may drive in the
direction of the arrow, yielding to pedestrians and vehicles.
