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Maryland DMV Practice Test 2026

The official Maryland written knowledge exam has 25 questions. You need 22 correct (88%) to pass. Our practice tests match the exact format, topics, and difficulty of the real Maryland DMV test.

Maryland Specialty

What makes the Maryland DMV test unique?

State Specialty

Maryland has the strictest passing threshold in the US — 88%, meaning only 3 mistakes allowed out of 25. The exam heavily covers DC-area traffic, HOV lanes, and speed-camera zones.

Maryland-Specific Law

Maryland's SafeZones program doubles speed-camera fines in posted construction areas even when no workers are present.

Study Tip

With only 3 mistakes allowed, practice until you're hitting 95%+ consistently.

Sample Question

Maryland Practice Preview

One example from our Maryland-localized question bank.

Maryland Road Rules

Under Maryland law, which of the following is correct about the rule described?

A Drivers may ignore the rule if no police are visible.
B Maryland's SafeZones program doubles speed-camera fines in posted construction areas even when no workers are present.
C The rule only applies on interstate highways.
D The rule only applies to commercial drivers.

Maryland DMV Test FAQ

Answers to the questions Maryland test-takers ask most.

How many questions are on the Maryland DMV written test?
The Maryland DMV written (knowledge) exam contains 25 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 22 correctly (88%) to pass. The test is administered by the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA).
What makes Maryland's DMV test different?
Maryland has the strictest passing threshold in the US — 88%, meaning only 3 mistakes allowed out of 25. The exam heavily covers DC-area traffic, HOV lanes, and speed-camera zones.
What's a Maryland-specific rule I should memorize?
Maryland's SafeZones program doubles speed-camera fines in posted construction areas even when no workers are present.

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