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Maine Permit Test: Safe Driving Practice Questions
Following distance, headlights, seat belts and distractions.
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Question 1
What does Maine law say about using a handheld phone while driving?
It is allowed at red lights
It is allowed under 25 mph
It is allowed for adults
It is prohibited
Correct answer: It is prohibited
Use of a mobile telephone or handheld electronic device is prohibited by law when driving in Maine.
Source: Section 1: Your Driver's License β How Do You Obtain a Permit in Maine?
Question 2
How often must a Maine-registered vehicle be inspected?
Once a year
Only when sold
Every two years
Every six months
Correct answer: Once a year
Vehicles with Maine registration must pass inspection at an official station once a year.
Source: Section 2: State Laws and Rules β Inspecting Your Motor Vehicle
Question 3
To pass Maine inspection, the foot brake must stop the car within what distance from 20 mph?
10 feet
30 feet
50 feet
100 feet
Correct answer: 30 feet
The foot brake must stop the vehicle within 30 feet at 20 mph, and the parking brake must hold it on a hill.
Source: Section 2: State Laws and Rules β Inspecting Your Motor Vehicle
Question 4
What minimum tire tread depth does Maine inspection require for passenger vehicles?
1/32 inch
2/32 inch
4/32 inch
6/32 inch
Correct answer: 2/32 inch
Tires need at least 2/32 inch of tread; commercial vehicles of 10,000 lb GVW need 4/32.
Source: Section 2: State Laws and Rules β Inspecting Your Motor Vehicle
Question 5
How far away must your horn be audible to pass Maine inspection?
50 feet
100 feet
200 feet
500 feet
Correct answer: 200 feet
The horn must be loud enough to hear from 200 feet away.
Source: Section 2: State Laws and Rules β Inspecting Your Motor Vehicle
Question 6
How much steering-wheel play means your steering needs attention?
Two inches or more
Half a turn
Any play at all
A quarter inch
Correct answer: Two inches or more
If the wheel turns two inches or more without moving the vehicle, it has too much play.
Source: Section 2: State Laws and Rules β Maintaining Your Motor Vehicle
Question 7
In Maine, a gas vehicle may not emit visible smoke for more than how long?
1 second
One minute
30 seconds
5 consecutive seconds
Correct answer: 5 consecutive seconds
You may not drive a gas-powered vehicle that emits visible smoke, other than water vapor, for more than 5 consecutive seconds.
Source: Section 2: State Laws and Rules β Maintaining Your Motor Vehicle
Question 8
A car stereo is illegal in Maine if audible beyond what distance and over 85 decibels?
10 feet
25 feet
50 feet
100 feet
Correct answer: 25 feet
A sound system may not be audible beyond 25 feet and exceed 85 decibels; fines run $50, $100 and $150.
Source: Section 2: State Laws and Rules β Excessive Sound System Noise
Question 9
What does the Maine manual say about earbuds or headsets while driving?
Only for music
One ear is fine to use
Do not wear them
Only on highways
Correct answer: Do not wear them
Keep the radio down and do not wear headsets or ear buds while driving; hearing warns you of horns and sirens.
Source: Section 3: Ready to Drive β Vision and Hearing
Question 10
How long do 'micro-sleeps' at the wheel typically last?
Ten minutes
Four to five seconds
One minute
Half a second
Correct answer: Four to five seconds
Micro-sleeps last only four to five seconds, but at 55 mph even that can be fatal.
Source: Section 3: Ready to Drive β Fatigue
Question 11
On a long trip, how often should you schedule a break?
Every 300 miles
Every 2 hours/100 miles
Every 30 minutes
Only when tired
Correct answer: Every 2 hours/100 miles
Schedule a break every two hours or 100 miles, and stop sooner for a 15β20 minute nap if you notice danger signs.
Source: Section 3: Ready to Drive β Fatigue
Question 12
Which is a danger sign of drowsiness?
Noticing more signs
Feeling hungry
Drifting from your lane
Checking your mirrors often
Correct answer: Drifting from your lane
Danger signs include fighting to keep your eyes open, constant yawning, not remembering the last miles, and drifting from your lane.
Source: Section 3: Ready to Drive β Fatigue
Question 13
In the Virginia Tech study cited by the Maine manual, texting truck drivers had how much greater crash risk?
2 times
5 times
23 times
50 times
Correct answer: 23 times
Truck drivers who texted had 23 times the risk of a crash or near-crash; texting was by far the most dangerous distraction.
Source: Section 3: Ready to Drive β Driver Distractions
Question 14
How long should a glance at your mirrors or instruments last to be considered safe?
About three seconds
Less than one second
Five seconds
As long as it takes to read them
Correct answer: Less than one second
Short glances at instruments, mirrors or devices can be safe if limited to less than one second and related to driving.
Source: Section 3: Ready to Drive β Driver Distractions
Question 15
How far should your chest be from the steering wheel?
2 inches
5 inches
10 inches
20 inches
Correct answer: 10 inches
Leave 10 inches between your chest and the wheel because of the airbag, and don't lean the seat back.
Source: Section 4: Before You Drive β Adjusting Your Seat
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