2025 Maryland Signs Permit Test

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Maryland. 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 Maryland. 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 Maryland please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/maryland/motorcycle.

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111. What does this hand signal mean?

handsignal3
Explanation
Instead of or in addition to mechanical turn signals, operators may use hand signals to indicate turns or stops. If an operator's left arm is extended straight out to the left, it means the operator plans to turn left or change lanes to the left.

112. This road sign means:

virginia-bicycle crossing left
Explanation
This sign (with the arrow below) indicates the location of a bicycle crossing/path. Drive with caution around this sign because bicycles likely regularly cross or ride beside traffic in the area.

113. This sign means:

washington-divided highway road ends
Explanation
This sign warns drivers that the divided highway ends ahead.

114. When you see this sign, you must:

pennsylvania-stop
Explanation
Any eight-sided sign is a stop sign. At an intersection with a stop sign, you must stop completely and check for pedestrians and cross traffic in the intersection. Wait for the intersection to clear before proceeding.

115. This sign means:

washington-slippery when wet
Explanation
This sign warns that the road is slippery when wet.

116. This sign means:

montana-right and left curves
Explanation
Warning signs are used to warn drivers about upcoming hazardous conditions and are usually yellow with black markings. This sign warns drivers that the road ahead curves to the right and then to the left.

117. What should you be most concerned about when you see this sign?

pennsylvania-shoulder drop off
Explanation
This sign indicates that the shoulder is lower than the road in the area ahead. If you drift off of the roadway and one wheel drops onto a low shoulder, do not slam on the brakes or steer sharply to try to get back onto the roadway. This could easily cause you to lose control of your vehicle.

118. This sign means:

new-york-hill ahead
Explanation
This sign warns that there is a steep hill ahead.

119. This sign means:

indiana-traffic signal
Explanation
Warning signs prepare drivers for upcoming road conditions and hazards and are usually yellow with black markings. This sign alerts drivers to an upcoming traffic signal. They should be prepared to respond to a yellow light, red light, and/or cross traffic.

120. In the context of group riding, what does the hand signal pictured mean?

vt-sig
Explanation
Hand signals are an important part of communication when riding in groups. If a lead rider extends their left arm straight down with their palm facing back, the group of riders should come to a stop.
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