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Free Maryland DMV Practice Test

Practice realistic Maryland permit-test questions instantly — no account or credit card needed. You’ll get an explanation after every question.

Based on official handbookUpdated for 2026No card to start

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Real exam-style questions

Written from your state’s official driver handbook — the same material the real exam is based on.

Explanations after every answer

Learn why each answer is right — not just whether you got it.

The test at a glance

Questions
25
To pass
80% (20/25 correct)
Minimum age
15 years 9 months for an instruction permit
Fee
$50 learner's permit fee
Re-takes
Must wait 7 days between retakes
Official handbook
Maryland Driver's Manual (2026)

What the Maryland permit test covers

Every question in our Maryland practice bank is written from the official Maryland Driver's Manual (2026). These are the core topics you’ll be tested on:

  • Right of way and intersection rules
  • Maryland speed limits and school zones
  • Graduated licensing (GDL) restrictions
  • DUI/DWI laws (zero tolerance under 21)
  • Road signs, signals, and pavement markings

Sample questions for Maryland

Three sample questions from our practice bank. Read the explanation after each.

  1. Question 1 · Speed limits

    What is the default speed limit in a Maryland business or residential district unless otherwise posted?

    • 25 mph
    • 30 mph
    • 35 mph
    • 40 mph
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: 30 mph

    Maryland business/residential areas default to 30 mph.

  2. Question 2 · Permit requirements

    In Maryland, how long must you wait between retakes if you fail the knowledge test?

    • 1 day
    • 3 days
    • 7 days
    • 14 days
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: 7 days

    Failed the MD knowledge test? You must wait 7 days before retaking.

  3. Question 3 · Right of way

    According to the Maryland Driver's Manual, when must you yield to pedestrians?

    • Only at painted crosswalks with traffic signals
    • Only when a pedestrian signal is active
    • In any crosswalk, marked or unmarked
    • Only in school zones
    See the explanation

    Correct answer: In any crosswalk, marked or unmarked

    Yield to pedestrians in all crosswalks — marked or not.

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Do I need to sign up?

No. You can start practicing immediately. We’ll only suggest an account once you’re ready for the full experience.

Are these real DMV questions?

They’re exam-style questions written from each state’s official driver handbook. They’re for study only and aren’t the actual DMV test.

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