MVA MARYLAND DRIVERS PERMIT
TEST EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026
Looking at the diagram, which vehicles are required to stop for a school bus on a TWO
lane road? - ANSWERSA,B & C
Looking at the diagram, which vehicles are required to stop for a school bus on a
multiple lane road divided by a physical barrier? - ANSWERSC & D
This road sign means (Yellow sign with line dashes) - ANSWERSRight lane ends
This road sign means (One way -->) - ANSWERSDrive only in the direction of the arrow
This road sign means (Inclined truck) - ANSWERSSteep hill
This road sign means (Crossed out right arrow) - ANSWERSNo right turn
This road sign means (No turn on red) - ANSWERSTurning on red signal is prohibited
Any use of a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle is considered a distraction
because: - ANSWERSIt occupies the driver's hands, eyes, and mind
An example of distracted driving is: - ANSWERSUse of a cell phone in a non-
emergency situation
Drivers under the age of 18 on a provisional license should: - ANSWERSAlways make
sure all passengers are properly restrained in a seatbelt or a child safety seat.
A driver who has been drinking is more likely to: - ANSWERSHave a decreased
reaction time.
MVA will suspend the license of any driver with a BAC test result of .... - ANSWERS.08
You are car 'A'. When merging with traffic flow, you should try to enter: - ANSWERSAt
the SAME speed as the traffic flow.
Four vehicles arrive at an intersection controlled by four stop signs at the same time.
You would yield the right of way to: - ANSWERSThe vehicle to your right.
When is it legal to drive faster than the posted speed limit? - ANSWERSNever.
, Excessive speed: - ANSWERSOften leads to high-risk decision-making
Double solid yellow lane markings mean that: - ANSWERSNeither lane may pass.
While driving on a roadway with single broken white line markings: - ANSWERSYou
may cross it to change lanes.
Night driving poses special problems for a driver because: - ANSWERSVehicle speed
and distance are harder to judge.
What is an important step in turning? - ANSWERSCheck traffic in all directions.
The best way to avoid a dangerous situation when driving is to: - ANSWERSKnow what
is happening around your vehicle.
When a vehicle is hydroplaning the: - ANSWERSTires lose contact with the road
surface.
In this picture, the 3 - 4 second following distance applies to the minimum amount of: -
ANSWERSSpace that should be maintained in front of car "A".
If you see a funeral procession you: - ANSWERSMust yield the right-of-way to any
vehicles in the funeral procession
When driving in fog, it is best to drive with: - ANSWERSLow beam headlights.
Where should you avoid driving for a long period of time? - ANSWERSIn a large
vehicles 'No Zone'
All of the following are examples of driving distractions except: - ANSWERSCompleting
a quick check of the space around your vehicle.
Texting while driving a motor vehicle is: - ANSWERSNot legal
All drivers under the age of 21 have a specific restriction prohibiting them from: -
ANSWERSDriving or attempting to drive after consuming alcohol.
BAC means: - ANSWERSblood alcohol concentration
You are car 'A', getting ready to get on the interstate. Which of the following is important
to do? - ANSWERSAdjust your speed to the flow of traffic already in the travel lane.
If the roadway is wet or icy you should: - ANSWERSReduce your speed
To avoid traction loss from hydroplaning, you should: - ANSWERSSlow down
TEST EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026
Looking at the diagram, which vehicles are required to stop for a school bus on a TWO
lane road? - ANSWERSA,B & C
Looking at the diagram, which vehicles are required to stop for a school bus on a
multiple lane road divided by a physical barrier? - ANSWERSC & D
This road sign means (Yellow sign with line dashes) - ANSWERSRight lane ends
This road sign means (One way -->) - ANSWERSDrive only in the direction of the arrow
This road sign means (Inclined truck) - ANSWERSSteep hill
This road sign means (Crossed out right arrow) - ANSWERSNo right turn
This road sign means (No turn on red) - ANSWERSTurning on red signal is prohibited
Any use of a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle is considered a distraction
because: - ANSWERSIt occupies the driver's hands, eyes, and mind
An example of distracted driving is: - ANSWERSUse of a cell phone in a non-
emergency situation
Drivers under the age of 18 on a provisional license should: - ANSWERSAlways make
sure all passengers are properly restrained in a seatbelt or a child safety seat.
A driver who has been drinking is more likely to: - ANSWERSHave a decreased
reaction time.
MVA will suspend the license of any driver with a BAC test result of .... - ANSWERS.08
You are car 'A'. When merging with traffic flow, you should try to enter: - ANSWERSAt
the SAME speed as the traffic flow.
Four vehicles arrive at an intersection controlled by four stop signs at the same time.
You would yield the right of way to: - ANSWERSThe vehicle to your right.
When is it legal to drive faster than the posted speed limit? - ANSWERSNever.
, Excessive speed: - ANSWERSOften leads to high-risk decision-making
Double solid yellow lane markings mean that: - ANSWERSNeither lane may pass.
While driving on a roadway with single broken white line markings: - ANSWERSYou
may cross it to change lanes.
Night driving poses special problems for a driver because: - ANSWERSVehicle speed
and distance are harder to judge.
What is an important step in turning? - ANSWERSCheck traffic in all directions.
The best way to avoid a dangerous situation when driving is to: - ANSWERSKnow what
is happening around your vehicle.
When a vehicle is hydroplaning the: - ANSWERSTires lose contact with the road
surface.
In this picture, the 3 - 4 second following distance applies to the minimum amount of: -
ANSWERSSpace that should be maintained in front of car "A".
If you see a funeral procession you: - ANSWERSMust yield the right-of-way to any
vehicles in the funeral procession
When driving in fog, it is best to drive with: - ANSWERSLow beam headlights.
Where should you avoid driving for a long period of time? - ANSWERSIn a large
vehicles 'No Zone'
All of the following are examples of driving distractions except: - ANSWERSCompleting
a quick check of the space around your vehicle.
Texting while driving a motor vehicle is: - ANSWERSNot legal
All drivers under the age of 21 have a specific restriction prohibiting them from: -
ANSWERSDriving or attempting to drive after consuming alcohol.
BAC means: - ANSWERSblood alcohol concentration
You are car 'A', getting ready to get on the interstate. Which of the following is important
to do? - ANSWERSAdjust your speed to the flow of traffic already in the travel lane.
If the roadway is wet or icy you should: - ANSWERSReduce your speed
To avoid traction loss from hydroplaning, you should: - ANSWERSSlow down
