2025 Maine Permit Test 15
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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33. To know where traffic is behind you:
Explanation
Drivers should check their rearview mirrors often to stay aware of the position of traffic behind them.
34. What can you do to avoid the need to make emergency stops while driving in traffic?
Explanation
Keeping a safe following distance will enable you to react to an upcoming problem without the need for a emergency stop, which could cause a driver behind you to crash into the back of your vehicle.
35. Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a:
Explanation
Allow for extra space when driving behind a motorcycle. Motorcycles can stop more quickly than other vehicles can and you must have adequate room to stop if the motorcyclist brakes or falls off. Also, remember that motorcycles are difficult to see at night because they only have one tail light.
36. This sign means:

Explanation
Signs with a red circle and diagonal line over a black symbol indicate that the action represented by the symbol is prohibited. In this case, the sign indicates that left turns are prohibited.
37. This green arrow on a lane use control signal means:

Explanation
A steady downward green arrow over a traffic lane means you may use the lane indicated.
38. When merging onto a freeway, it is usually best to:
Explanation
When entering a freeway, use the on-ramp to accelerate to the speed of freeway traffic so you can blend in smoothly and safely. Entering traffic must yield to traffic already on the freeway.
39. If you find that the roadway ahead of you is flooded, you should:
Explanation
Never attempt to drive on a flooded road. Even if the water looks shallow, it may hide many kinds of hazards. If you encounter a flooded area, turn around and seek another route to your destination.
40. When driving behind another vehicle at night, you should:
Explanation