2025 Maine Permit Test 4
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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1. You must stop at a railroad crossing when:
Explanation
You must stop at a railroad crossing when directed to do so by a flagger or stop sign. Stop when flashing red signals and gates are present and operating.
2. You are required to stop your vehicle:
Explanation
You must come to a complete stop at a steady or flashing red traffic light. You must always obey instructions given by officers directing traffic, regardless of any posted signs or traffic signals.
3. A diamond-shaped sign is a:
Explanation
Warning signs are normally diamond-shaped and yellow, although orange warning signs are used in work areas. Such signs warn that you are approaching a hazardous location or an area where special rules apply.
4. If you want to get off the freeway but you have missed your exit, you should:
Explanation
If you miss your exit, you should take the next exit. Do not stop or back up on the highway, swerve across multiple lanes to try to make the exit at the last second, or cross over the median to turn around. All of these maneuvers are illegal and extremely dangerous.
5. This sign means:

Explanation
This sign indicates that the road ahead becomes a divided highway. Keep to the right of the divider or median.
6. What is the only effective way to remove alcohol from the body?
Explanation
The only way to remove the effects of alcohol from the body is to let time pass. Eating, drinking coffee, or taking a shower will not speed up this process.
7. A pedestrian starts to cross the street after the "Don't Walk" signal begins to flash. The pedestrian is in the middle of the street when your signal light changes to green. You should:
Explanation
At a green light, you must give the right-of-way to any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian in the intersection. If a pedestrian begins crossing the street after the traffic signal light starts flashing, wait until they have crossed the street before proceeding.
8. The safest way to turn is by crossing as few lanes of traffic as you can.
Explanation
The safest way to turn is by crossing as few lanes of traffic as possible. When turning, start from the lane closest to where you want to go and turn into the first available legal lane.
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