2025 Maine Permit Test 6
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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41. A flashing yellow light at an intersection means you should:

Explanation
When encountering a flashing yellow light at an intersection, you should slow down and proceed with caution. You do not need to come to a complete stop when approaching a flashing yellow light.
42. When arriving to an uncontrolled intersection at the same time as vehicles to your right and left, you should:
Explanation
If multiple vehicles arrive at the same time to an intersection that is not controlled by signs or signals, the driver on the right has the right-of-way. Drivers should then proceed in the order that they arrive to the intersection.
43. Before entering a roundabout, you must slow down and yield to:
Explanation
When entering a roundabout, you must yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles that are already in the roundabout.
44. When you become too drowsy to focus on driving, your safest option is to:
Explanation
When you are tired, you cannot drive as safely as you can when you are well-rested. Your reactions are slowed and your decision-making skills are reduced. If you become drowsy while driving, leave the road and rest.
45. To enter a freeway:
Explanation
When merging into traffic, you should signal and enter at the same speed that traffic is moving. Always yield to other traffic when entering a roadway.
46. Signs that are colored orange are:
Explanation
Highway work zones are established according to the type of work underway along the roadway. Signs in work areas are typically diamond-shaped, orange, have black letters or symbols, and serve as a warning that people are working on or near the highway.
47. Which of the following is not a safe driving practice when driving on the interstate?
Explanation
You should always signal when moving your vehicle to the right or left. On an interstate, you should stay in the right lane if you are moving more slowly than the surrounding traffic. It is illegal to back up or make a U-turn on interstate highways, so if you miss your exit, you should proceed to the next exit.
48. When approaching a flashing red traffic light, drivers should:
Explanation
Flashing red lights are used at dangerous intersections. Treat them like stop signs.
49. You are driving when your power steering stops working. You should:
Explanation
If your power steering stops working, additional effort will be required to maintain steering control. Reduce your speed and pull off the roadway to stop in a safe area.
50. If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must:
Explanation