Maryland · Road Signs Test
Maryland permit-test facts: Questions: 25; To pass: 88% minimum (22 out of 25 correct); Minimum age: 15 years 9 months for a Maryland learner's permit; Fee: $65 GLS Type I permit; $45 GLS Type II permit; Re-takes: A passing knowledge-test score is valid for six months; after expiration, the applicant must retake the test. After a failure, the next attempt is allowed the following day; no attempt cap stated.; Official handbook: Maryland Driver's Manual.
Road sign questions are the easiest points on the Maryland permit test — once you learn the shape and color system, most sign questions answer themselves. This page teaches that system, then lets you drill real sign-style practice questions from the Maryland Driver's Manual.
Miss a sign question in practice and the AI tutor explains not just the sign, but the family of signs it belongs to — so one explanation covers a dozen future questions.
Maryland permit-test facts: Questions: 25; To pass: 88% minimum (22 out of 25 correct); Minimum age: 15 years 9 months for a Maryland learner's permit; Fee: $65 GLS Type I permit; $45 GLS Type II permit; Re-takes: A passing knowledge-test score is valid for six months; after expiration, the applicant must retake the test. After a failure, the next attempt is allowed the following day; no attempt cap stated.; Official handbook: Maryland Driver's Manual.
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| Fact | Answer | Evidence status |
|---|---|---|
| Questions | 25 | Verified against cited official source |
| To pass | 88% minimum (22 out of 25 correct) | Verified against cited official source |
| Minimum age | 15 years 9 months for a Maryland learner's permit | Verified against cited official source |
| Fee | $65 GLS Type I permit; $45 GLS Type II permit | Verified against cited official source |
| Re-takes | A passing knowledge-test score is valid for six months; after expiration, the applicant must retake the test. After a failure, the next attempt is allowed the following day; no attempt cap stated. | Verified against cited official source |
| Official handbook | Maryland Driver's Manual | Verified against cited official source |
Official source
Field evidence reviewed: 2026-09-14 (retrieved)
Three sample questions from our practice bank. Read the explanation after each.
Question 1 · Speed limits
What is the default speed limit in a Maryland business or residential district unless otherwise posted?
Correct answer: 30 mph
Maryland business/residential areas default to 30 mph.
Question 2 · Permit requirements
In Maryland, how long must you wait between retakes if you fail the knowledge test?
Correct answer: 7 days
Failed the MD knowledge test? You must wait 7 days before retaking.
Question 3 · Right of way
According to the Maryland Driver's Manual, when must you yield to pedestrians?
Correct answer: In any crosswalk, marked or unmarked
Yield to pedestrians in all crosswalks — marked or not.
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The exact mix varies by test version, but sign identification is one of the largest topic groups on the Maryland exam. Treat signs as must-have points — they're the most predictable questions on the test.
No. Learn the shape and color system first — it covers the majority of sign questions, even for signs you've never seen. Then memorize the handful of unique signs (stop, yield, no passing zone, railroad, school zone).
Usually yes — the Maryland test typically shows the sign image and asks its meaning, or describes a situation and asks which sign applies. Our practice questions mirror both formats.
Yes — the demo and your first full practice test are free, no card required. Unlimited sign drills come with the State Pass ($24.99, one-time, 6 months) or Complete Pass ($39.99, 12 months).
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