Maine practice test
Maine permit practice test.
Get to know the format, try six study questions, and check the explanations before opening a full Roadwise practice test. This course’s simulation is based on the format described below.
- Questions
- 30
- Correct to pass
- 24
- Practice timer
- No timer
- Study question bank
- 657
The format in this course
Maine BMV Written Knowledge Test
To pass this Roadwise simulation, answer at least 24 of 30 questions correctly. Answers and explanations appear after you finish. Unanswered questions count as incorrect.
This practice format uses one overall passing threshold, without a separately scored sign section.
This Roadwise practice format has no countdown, so you can take the time you need.
The handbook does not state the official written test's item count or passing score, so this uses the best-corroborated third-party figure (two independent test-prep sites agree): 30 multiple-choice questions covering the handbook, 80% (24 correct) required to pass. Maine's format has no separately scored road-signs section, so the practice test uses one combined score.
Try a few practice questions
Read the question, decide on an answer, then open it to check the explanation. These are Roadwise study questions based on the source handbook.
Before getting a permit, a Maine applicant under 18 must first complete what?
- An approved driver education course
- A road test
- A defensive driving refresher
- 70 hours of supervised practice
Answer: An approved driver education course
Applicants under 18 must complete an approved driver education course before getting a permit.
Handbook p. 7 ↗What are the three distinct types of driver distraction described in the handbook?
- Auditory, visual, and tactile
- Sensory, motor, and emotional
- Physical, verbal, and mental
- Visual, manual, and cognitive
Answer: Visual, manual, and cognitive
The handbook identifies visual, manual, and cognitive distractions as the three main types.
Handbook p. 26 ↗If two vehicles reach a 4-way stop at exactly the same time, side by side, who yields?
- The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right
- The driver turning left goes first
- Whichever driver signals first
- The driver on the right yields to the driver on the left
Answer: The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right
The driver on your right has the right-of-way if you both arrive at the same time.
Handbook p. 48 ↗What happens to the fine for speeding in a Maine school zone?
- It stays the same as elsewhere
- It becomes a warning only
- It is doubled
- It is reduced by half
Answer: It is doubled
A fine twice the usual amount is imposed for exceeding the posted speed limit in a school zone.
Handbook p. 82 ↗How much should you increase your following distance at night compared to daytime?
- At least 5 additional seconds
- At least 10 additional seconds
- At least 1 additional second
- No change is needed
Answer: At least 1 additional second
Increase your following distance by at least a second at night.
Handbook p. 112 ↗What does this sign mean?
- Warns of a series of curves ahead with an advisory speed.
- Warns of a railroad crossing combined with a T intersection ahead.
- Road curves to the left ahead.
- An additional lane begins ahead without merging.
Answer: An additional lane begins ahead without merging.
Added lane: An additional lane begins ahead without merging. Continue in your lane; no need to merge for the new lane.
Handbook p. 51 ↗What to study next
The practice question pool spans the course. Use the topics below to read the rules behind an answer, then return to practice.
6 lessons
Your Driver's License
Permits, license steps, suspensions and points
Explore4 lessons
Owning and Maintaining Your Vehicle
Title, registration, insurance, inspection and upkeep
Explore6 lessons
Fit to Drive: Fatigue, Distraction, and Alcohol
Vision, fatigue, distractions, alcohol, OUI and drugs
Explore3 lessons
Seat Belts, Air Bags and Child Safety
Seat and mirror setup, belts, air bags and child seats
Explore3 lessons
Basic Vehicle Control
Starting, steering, stick shift, backing and fuel
Explore7 lessons
Right-of-Way, Signals, Signs and Markings
Who goes first, lights, signs, lines and lanes
Explore6 lessons
Turns, Lane Changes, Passing and Parking
Intersections, roundabouts, expressways, passing, parking
Explore8 lessons
Managing Speed, Space and Visibility
Scanning, speed, following distance, lights and signals
Explore4 lessons
Emergencies and Vehicle Problems
Avoiding crashes, crash scenes, failures and breakdowns
Explore7 lessons
Sharing the Road
Pedestrians, bikes, motorcycles, trucks and emergency vehicles
Explore6 lessons
Special Driving Conditions
Night, work zones, winter, rain, wildlife and loads
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