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Maine BMV permit practice test 4

25 questions written from the Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide), covering right of way, signals and pavement markings, lanes, highways and freeways, road signs, following and passing and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Maine BMV test has 30 questions and you need 24 right.

25 questions
  1. Question 1When entering a traffic circle, who has the right-of-way?

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    A: The vehicle already in the circle. The vehicle already in the circle has the right-of-way. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 6: Yielding Right-Of-Way, page 49.

  2. Question 2When there is more than one traffic light, which should you obey?

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    C: The one directly over your lane. When there is more than one traffic light, obey the one directly over your lane. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 6: Traffic Signals — Lighted Arrows, page 50.

  3. Question 3Over a reversible lane you see a red X. What does it mean?

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    D: You cannot use the lane. A green arrow means you can use the lane; a red X means you cannot. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 6: Other Lane Controls — Reversible Lanes, page 59.

  4. Question 4What does a black-and-white speed limit sign indicate?

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    A: The legal speed if conditions are ideal. Speed limit signs indicate the legal speed if conditions are ideal. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 6: Traffic Signs — Regulatory Signs, page 53.

  5. Question 5According to Maine law, when must a pass be completed?

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    A: Before reaching the beginning of a no passing zone. Maine law requires that you complete a pass before you reach the beginning of a no passing zone. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 7: Passing (non expressway) — Signs and Markings, page 68.

  6. Question 6Why should you look both ways even when crossing a one-way street?

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    D: Someone might be going the wrong way. Look both ways even on a one-way street; someone might be going the wrong way. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 7: Intersections, page 62.

  7. Question 7On a divided highway with a solid divider, a school bus on the other side is stopped with red lights flashing. Must you stop?

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    A: No. If the roadway has a solid divider between you and the bus, you do not have to stop. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 7: Rules for School Buses — Multi-lane Divided Highway, page 69.

  8. Question 8In Maine, a crash must be reported to police if it involves injury or property damage of at least how much?

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    C: $2,000. Accidents involving injury or property damage of $2,000 or more must be reported to the police or sheriff. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 9: Accidents, page 96.

  9. Question 9What is the penalty for exceeding the speed limit in a Maine school zone?

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    A: A fine twice the usual fine. A fine twice the usual fine is imposed for exceeding the posted limit in a school zone. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 8: Speed Limits, page 82.

  10. Question 10How many classes of driver's license does Maine have?

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    B: Three. Maine has 3 classes of driver's licenses: A, B and C. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 1: Types of Driver's Licenses and Driver's Permits, page 8.

  11. Question 11How long do drowsy-driving "micro-sleeps" typically last?

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    B: Four to five seconds. Micro-sleeps last only four to five seconds, but at 55 mph even a tiny nap can be fatal. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 3: Fatigue — You Can't Fight Off the Sandman, page 24.

  12. Question 12On a wet road, how much should you slow down?

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    A: 5 to 10 mph. Guidelines: wet road slow 5 to 10 mph, packed snow to half speed, ice to a crawl. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 8: Adjusting for Road Conditions — Slippery Roads, page 80.

  13. Question 13How much does the risk of a crash increase at a breath alcohol level of 0.10?

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    B: About 6 times. The manual lists crash likelihood as 1 time at 0.05, 6 times at 0.10, and 25 times at 0.15. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 3: How Drinking Impairs Driving — Alcohol Level, page 30.

  14. Question 14Under typical Maine municipal ordinances, how close to a crosswalk may you park?

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    C: No closer than 15 feet. Some ordinances prohibit parking within 15 feet of a crosswalk. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 7: Parking, page 70.

  15. Question 15In Maine, failing to pull over and stop for an emergency vehicle with siren and flashing lights is what level of offense?

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    D: A Class E crime. You must drive to the right, clear of intersections, and stop; failure to do so is a Class E crime. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 6: Yielding Right-Of-Way, page 49.

  16. Question 16Police are directing traffic at an intersection with a working signal. Whom do you obey?

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    B: The police. If you see police directing traffic, do as they direct; it is illegal to refuse or fail to obey police orders. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 6: Traffic Signs — Regulatory Signs, page 54.

  17. Question 17In Maine, how far before a lane change should you signal?

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    B: At least 100 feet. Always signal what you intend to do at least 100 feet before making a change. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 7: Changing Lanes, page 64.

  18. Question 18At a stop sign with no crosswalk or stop line, where should you stop?

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    A: At the point nearest the intersection where you can see approaching traffic, before entering it. Stop at the point nearest the intersection that lets you see approaching traffic, before any part of the vehicle enters it. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 6: Traffic Signs — Regulatory Signs, page 53.

  19. Question 19What following distance does the Maine manual require behind the vehicle in front?

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    C: At least 4 seconds. Keep at least 4 seconds between your car and the vehicle in front. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 8: Managing Space — Space in Front, page 85.

  20. Question 20Your view of a cross street is blocked by parked cars. What should you do?

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    A: Edge forward slowly until you can see. If your view is blocked, edge forward slowly until you can see, then wait until traffic clears. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 7: Intersections, page 62.

  21. Question 21At what speed do farm tractors and animal-drawn carts with a slow-moving vehicle sign usually travel, according to Section 8?

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    B: 25 mph or less. Farm tractors, animal-drawn carts and maintenance vehicles usually go 25 mph or less and display the slow-moving vehicle sign. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 8: How Fast Is Traffic Moving?, page 84.

  22. Question 22You damage a parked car and cannot find the owner. What should you do?

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    B: Leave a note with your name, address, license and plate numbers, date, time and damage. If the owner can't be found, leave a note with your information and a description of the damage. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 9: Accidents, page 96.

  23. Question 23Does Maine law allow you to drive so slowly that you block normal traffic?

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    A: No, except where reduced speed is needed for safety. You must not drive so slowly that you interfere with the normal and reasonable movement of traffic, except for safety. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 8: Speed Limits, page 82.

  24. Question 24Which license class is the standard license issued to most Maine drivers?

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    C: Class C. Class C is the standard license classification issued to most motor vehicle operators. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 1: Types of Driver's Licenses and Driver's Permits, page 8.

  25. Question 25Between which hours does the Maine manual recommend finding a safe place to sleep instead of driving?

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    A: Midnight and 6 a.m.. Avoid driving during your body's downtime; find a safe place to sleep between midnight and 6 a.m. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 3: Fatigue — Give It a Rest for Safety, page 24.

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