Maine BMV permit practice test 7
25 questions written from the Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide), covering emergencies, speed limits, licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving, hazards, weather and night driving 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.
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Question 1Should you give an injured person something to drink?
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A: No, not even water. Do not give an injured person anything to drink, not even water. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 9: Emergency First Aid, page 97.
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Question 2Many cars are pulling out to pass you even though you are at the speed limit. What does the manual suggest?
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C: Slow up a bit or pull over to the right so you can be passed safely. You could slow up a bit or pull over to the right so you can be passed safely. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 8: How Fast Is Traffic Moving?, page 83.
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Question 3How many hours of supervised practice driving must a Maine applicant under 21 complete?
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D: 70 hours. Applicants under 21 must complete at least 70 hours of driving, including 10 hours at night. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 1: Required Noncommercial License Tests — How Do You Obtain a Driver's License?, page 8.
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Question 4In the Virginia Tech study cited by the manual, truck drivers who texted had how much greater risk of a crash or near-crash?
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D: 23 times. Truck drivers who texted while driving had 23 times the risk of a crash or near-crash. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 3: Driver Distractions, page 26.
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Question 5In very heavy rain, a snowstorm or thick fog, you can't see properly even driving slowly. What should you do?
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A: Pull off the road and wait until conditions improve. If you can't see properly even when driving slowly, pull off the road and wait until conditions improve. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 8: How Well Can You See?, page 82.
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Question 6What is the minimum fine for a first Maine OUI conviction at 0.08 to 0.14?
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B: $500. A first conviction at 0.08-0.14 carries a mandatory fine of at least $500 ($600 with refusal). Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 3: If you are Convicted of Operating under the Influence, page 32.
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Question 7On what kind of road should a three-point turnaround be used?
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A: Only on a two-lane road. A three-point turnaround should only be used on a two-lane road. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 7: Turning Around, page 73.
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Question 8Must you yield to pedestrians when you have a green light?
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D: Yes, yield to all pedestrians even if the light is green. Yield to all pedestrians even if the traffic light is green. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 10: Pedestrians, page 101.
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Question 9Your right wheels drop off the pavement onto the shoulder. What should you do?
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C: Grip the wheel, ease off the gas, brake gently, then steer back after slowing. Don't panic; grip the wheel, ease off the gas, brake gently, and steer back onto the road after slowing. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 9: Emergencies and Avoiding Crashes — Drop Offs/Uneven Surfaces, page 98.
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Question 10How many of Maine's 70 required practice hours must be at night?
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B: 10. The 70 hours must include 10 hours of night driving. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 1: Required Noncommercial License Tests — How Do You Obtain a Driver's License?, page 8.
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Question 11Anger, anxiety and worry while driving are which type of distraction?
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D: Cognitive. Cognitive distractions are mental thoughts and feelings that divert attention from the road. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 3: Driver Distractions, page 26.
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Question 12By Maine law, when must headlights be on based on visibility?
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A: Whenever you cannot see 1,000 feet ahead. Headlights are required whenever visibility is too dim to see 1,000 feet ahead. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 8: Communicating — Attract Attention, page 90.
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Question 13How long is a first-offense Maine OUI license loss?
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C: At least 150 days. A first OUI conviction brings a license loss of at least 150 days. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 3: If you are Convicted of Operating under the Influence, page 32.
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Question 14When crossing traffic from a full stop on city streets, about how large a gap do you need?
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B: About a half a block. To get moving from a full stop, you need about half a block on city streets and about a full block on the highway. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 8: Space to Cross or Enter, page 89.
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Question 15Are bicycles considered vehicles in Maine?
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D: Yes; bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers. Bicycles are considered vehicles and bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as vehicle drivers. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 10: Bicycles, page 101.
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Question 16Your brakes fail and pumping doesn't help. What should you try next?
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B: Apply the parking brake slowly, ready to release it if you skid. Use the parking brake slowly to avoid locking the rear wheels; be ready to release it if you skid. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 9: Vehicle Problems — Brake Failure, page 98.
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Question 17A Maine driver under 18 with a new license may not drive between which hours?
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A: 12 a.m. and 5 a.m.. Drivers under 18 may not operate a vehicle between 12 a.m. and 5 a.m. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 1: Required Noncommercial License Tests — How Do You Obtain a Driver's License?, page 9.
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Question 18How long should short glances at instruments or mirrors last?
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A: Less than one second. Short glances can be done safely if limited to less than one second and related to driving. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 3: Driver Distractions, page 26.
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Question 19When does Maine law require headlights in bad weather?
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B: Whenever windshield wipers are in constant use. You must turn on headlights at any time your windshield wipers are in constant use. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 8: Communicating — Attract Attention, page 90.
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Question 20A first Maine OUI offender's BAC was 0.15 or higher. What minimum jail time applies?
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C: 48 hours. At 0.15 or more (or with aggravating factors), you will spend at least 48 hours in jail (96 hours with a refusal). Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 3: If you are Convicted of Operating under the Influence, page 32.
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Question 21You plan to turn right just beyond a side street. When should you turn on your signal?
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A: After passing the side street. When making a turn beyond a side street, don't turn on your signal until after passing the side street. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 8: Communicating — Signal, page 91.
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Question 22When may you drive, stop or park in a bicycle lane?
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A: Only when entering or leaving an alley or driveway. Do not stop, park or drive in a bicycle lane unless entering or leaving an alley or driveway. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 10: Bicycles, page 102.
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Question 23How do you dry your brakes after driving through deep water?
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C: Drive slowly and apply the brakes lightly for a short distance. Dry the brakes by driving slowly and putting them on lightly for a short distance. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 9: Vehicle Problems — Wet Brakes, page 98.
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Question 24How long do the restrictions on a new Maine driver under 18 last?
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C: 270 days. These restrictions are in effect for 270 days from when the road test was passed. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 1: Required Noncommercial License Tests — How Do You Obtain a Driver's License?, page 9.
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Question 25Is a Maine driver under 18 allowed to use a mobile phone while driving?
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B: No; it is specifically prohibited. A person under 18 is specifically prohibited from driving while using a mobile phone or handheld device. Maine Driver's License Manual (Motorist Handbook and Study Guide): Section 3: Driver Distractions — Using a Cellular Telephone in Your Vehicle, page 27.
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