2025 Maine Permit Test 12

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Maine. Each permit practice test question has three answer.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Maine. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Maine please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/maine/car.

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51. This sign means:

illinois-no right turn
Explanation
This sign indicates that turns in the direction of the arrow (in this case, to the right) are prohibited.

52. Motorcycles, scooters, and mopeds are not easy to see; therefore, you should:

Explanation
Motorcycles can be easily hidden in a vehicle’s blind spot or missed in a quick look due to their small size. Drivers of cars must always be alert and looking for motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters.

53. When merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:

Explanation
You should enter a freeway at or near the speed of traffic, unless the speed of traffic exceeds the legal speed limit.

54. You need to use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a white cane because:

Explanation
When driving near a blind pedestrian who is carrying a white cane or walking with a guide dog, you must slow down, yield the right-of-way, and then proceed with caution. Be prepared to stop your vehicle in order to prevent injury or danger to the pedestrian.

55. If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, you should:

Explanation
If your vehicle has a two-part seat belt system, be sure to wear both the lap belt and the shoulder belt. Wearing either part alone greatly reduces your protection. If you have an automatic shoulder belt, be sure to buckle your lap belt as well.

56. A flashing yellow light at an intersection means that you should:

Explanation
A flashing yellow light at an intersection means "caution." If you approach such a light, slow down, look, and proceed with care.

57. When parking next to a curb, you should use your turn signals:

Explanation
Drivers should signal when pulling next to a curb or away from a curb.

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

Explanation
Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is a measurement of the percentage of alcohol in the blood. The higher the BAC number, the more impaired a person is.

59. While driving on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you encounter a bicyclist traveling in the same direction. What is the safest way to pass the bicyclist?

Explanation
You should pass a bicyclist the same way you would pass any other vehicle, but not so fast or close to them that you throw debris in their face or blow them around with the draft of air from your vehicle. Allow at least 3 feet of space between your side mirror and the bicyclist, or at least 5 feet on higher speed roads or when there is a group of bicyclists. Honking unnecessarily may startle riders and make them more likely to crash.

60. You are driving when it starts to sleet or snow. You should:

Explanation
In snowy weather, keep your windshield and mirrors clear. Increase your following distance when driving in wet and cold weather because a slippery road surface will increase the distance needed for your vehicle to stop.
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