Maryland Teen Licensing & Permits

On the Maryland MVA knowledge test of 25 questions, what is the maximum number of questions you can miss and still pass?

By DMV Master Editorial Team Updated Verified against MD MVA Driver's Manual — Exam Requirements
A

5 — the standard 80% passing threshold.

Maryland requires a higher percentage than 80%.

B

3 — an 88% passing threshold.

Correct answer

C

7 — a 72% passing threshold.

Maryland's threshold is stricter.

D

10 — a 60% passing threshold.

No state has a 60% passing threshold.

Detailed Explanation

Maryland has the highest passing threshold of any US state driver exam: 88%, meaning only 3 mistakes are allowed out of 25 questions. This is significantly stricter than the 80% that 35+ other states use. Practice tests should be passed at 95%+ before attempting the real exam.

Source: MD MVA Driver's Manual — Exam Requirements

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