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State-specific ★★★★★ average Updated 2025

Maryland MVA Practice Test 2025

Layer Beltway pacing drills, Chesapeake fog strategy, and Safe Passing law refreshers so Maryland’s 25-question exam feels like a familiar commute.

Studying the handbook helps — but consistent, state-specific practice makes the real exam feel familiar and easier to handle.

Questions
25
Passing score
88% (22 correct)
Time limit
20 min
Agency
MVA

State exam briefing

How Maryland’s 2025 permit exam blends Beltway bustle with coastal calm

Maryland drivers bounce between congested I-495 interchanges, rural horse country near Frederick, and U.S. Navy security gates in Anne Arundel County. The MVA updated its handbook in 2025 to fold in the Strengthened Move Over law and the Vision Zero speed initiatives, so the knowledge exam now ties each question to real corridors. Set a weekly loop: Day one covers Beltway specifics—ramp metering, express lanes, and reversible traffic near the American Legion Bridge. Day two shifts to coastal conditions such as Bay Bridge winds, sea fog, and hurricane evacuation routes. Day three features suburban scenarios: school bus cameras in Montgomery County, traffic calming in Prince George’s, and bike boulevards in Baltimore. The app cites Transportation Article references so you anchor every answer in Maryland law. Wrap your practice by contrasting the Rookie Driver log with night curfew rules; the exam loves mixing licensing steps with roadway scenarios.

Benchmarks before you sit for Maryland’s 88% requirement

  • You must answer 22 of 25 questions correctly within 20 minutes; the kiosk shows a live progress bar and flags unanswered items.
  • Expect five to six questions about I-495 and I-695 congestion management, including zipper merges, left-lane restrictions, and work-zone speeds.
  • Bay Bridge operations appear often—memorize wind-warning protocols, lane control arrows, and designated pull-off areas for high-profile vehicles.
  • Two or more prompts cover automated enforcement, including school bus stop-arm cameras and red-light cameras operating under Transportation Article 21-706.
  • Maryland’s Safe Passing Act (2024) extends to bikes, scooters, and even street sweepers—know the three-foot minimum and when you must slow to 25 mph.
Minimum age
You can apply at 15 years and 9 months with proof of driver education enrollment and a parent or guardian present.
Permit fees
$50 learner’s permit fee covers the knowledge test and later conversion to a provisional license.

$10 per retake if you do not reach 88%; payable at check-in or online through myMVA.

Included in the Rookie Driver program—no additional charge when scheduling through the MVA.

The MVA accepts card, cash, and check. Online appointment prepayment speeds the lobby process.

Retest rules
After the first failure, wait one full day before attempting again; after the second failure, the MVA imposes a seven-day waiting period and may require additional study sign-off.

Local statutes to flag

  • Transportation Article §21-706 – School vehicle stop requirements and automated enforcement penalties.
  • Transportation Article §21-1124.3 – Safe Passing Act requiring four-foot clearance and 25 mph max when passing vulnerable road users.
  • Transportation Article §21-809 – Work zone speed monitoring and doubled fines when crews are present.

Weather patterns Maryland threads into exam prompts

Chesapeake Bay squalls can drop visibility in seconds—know when to slow below posted limits and how to use fog lights sparingly. Winter Nor’easters create slush on the Capital Beltway’s outer lanes, demanding gentle steering and increased following gaps. Summer storms deliver flash floods in Baltimore City; memorize the fines for ignoring barricades. Western Maryland’s Catoctin Mountains bring black ice and deer migrations, so expect questions about high-beam use and scanning techniques.

Imagine your Glen Burnie test afternoon

You pass through security, take a seat in the waiting zone, and shuffle your documents while the kiosk queue moves. After the clerk verifies residency and scans your Rookie Driver Agreement, you store belongings and start the tutorial. The timer begins; you knock out signage questions, then breeze through a Safe Passing scenario you reviewed last night. When a Bay Bridge wind question appears, you recall the lane control diagram from the app and answer without hesitation.

State-specific ★★★★★ average Updated 2025

Guided practice for Maryland streaks, simulations & reminders that keep you exam-ready

Short, focused drills + full exam runs. Track progress weekly so the real test feels familiar and manageable.

  • Adaptive study reminders
  • Offline mode
  • Readiness score

Consistent, state-specific practice makes the real exam feel easier. Individual outcomes vary.

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State-specific question bank

Curated practice from the latest Maryland handbook — no generic filler.

  • Focused on Maryland laws & tricky edge cases
  • Explanations reference the official handbook
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Realistic timing & scoring

Simulators mirror the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration interface so exam day feels familiar.

  • Same pacing, limits, and scoring rules
  • Readiness score shows when you’re truly ready

How it works

A simple path from practice to permit

Three focused steps designed for Maryland. Study what matters, rehearse the real pacing, and go in calm.

  1. 1

    Study what matters

    Run a quick diagnostic; the app surfaces Maryland-specific weak spots and builds your plan.

    • Targeted drills from the latest Maryland handbook
  2. 2

    Simulate the real test

    Timed exams mirror Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration pacing and scoring; review each explanation right after.

    • Same limits, same rules, familiar interface
  3. 3

    Pass with confidence

    Track your readiness score and book when you’re consistently strong across topics.

    • Clear next steps and gentle reminders

Practice tools

Train the way you’ll be tested

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Road Signs Trainer

Master regulatory, warning, and guide signs with visuals built for Maryland. The app resurfaces tricky signs until they’re instinctive.

  • Image-first drills with memory hooks
  • Mix-and-match quizzes to mimic exam variety
  • Confidence score at a glance
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Exam Simulator

Full-length tests mirror the official interface: same timer, same scoring, and real-time feedback so exam day feels like rehearsal.

  • Timed runs based on the latest 2025 handbook
  • Review mode with handbook references after each session
  • Readiness score tells you when to book

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Frequently asked questions

Need-to-know answers

Maryland permit FAQ (2025)

Quick answers to the questions Maryland learners search most before exam day.

  1. Can I take the Maryland permit test in another language?

  2. Do I need a learner’s permit before starting driver education?

  3. What counts as proof of Maryland residency for teens?

  4. How long is the learner’s permit valid in Maryland?

  5. Can I reschedule if I’m running late?

  6. What if I already passed an online driver education knowledge test?