Maine DMV Sample Test
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Severe Weather Driving
If a moose suddenly steps into the road directly in front of your vehicle in Maine, the recommended action is to:
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If a moose suddenly steps into the road directly in front of your vehicle in Maine, the recommended action is to:
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Maine averages 500+ moose-vehicle collisions a year. Because moose are ~6 feet tall, their body hits the windshield in most collisions — the opposite of a deer strike. State driver education specifically teaches: brake firmly in a straight line, stay in your lane, and aim for where the moose came from (since it will keep moving forward). Swerving causes rollovers.
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Signs & Signals
What does a NO PASSING ZONE pennant sign indicate?
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What does a NO PASSING ZONE pennant sign indicate?
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A no passing zone sign warns that drivers must not pass in that area.
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Signs & Signals
What does a lane-use control sign indicate?
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What does a lane-use control sign indicate?
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Lane-use control signs show which movements are allowed from a particular lane.
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Signs & Signals
What does a LANE ENDS sign indicate?
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What does a LANE ENDS sign indicate?
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A lane ends sign warns that your lane will end and you must merge safely.
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Signs & Signals
What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY ENDS sign indicate?
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What does a DIVIDED HIGHWAY ENDS sign indicate?
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A Divided Highway Ends sign warns that opposing traffic will no longer be separated by a median.
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Signs & Signals
What does a LOW CLEARANCE sign indicate?
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What does a LOW CLEARANCE sign indicate?
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A Low Clearance sign warns tall vehicles that the space ahead may be too low.
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Signs & Signals
What does a DETOUR sign indicate?
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What does a DETOUR sign indicate?
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A detour sign directs traffic to an alternate route around a closure or work area.
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Signs & Signals
Which statement about sign shapes is NOT correct?
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Which statement about sign shapes is NOT correct?
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Circle-shaped signs warn of railroad crossings, not school crossings. A pentagon shape is commonly used for school zones or school crossings.
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Signs & Signals
What does this sign indicate?
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What does this sign indicate?
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A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe.
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Signs & Signals
What does this sign indicate?
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What does this sign indicate?
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A yield sign means slow down, give the right-of-way when required, and stop if necessary.
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