Sample Emergencies questions
A tow truck sits in the road ahead, lights flashing. What must you do?
Move over, or slow down if you cannot Stop behind it Keep your lane and speed Sound your horn Show the answer
Move over, or slow down if you cannot
The law applies to any vehicle stopped with flashing lights.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 7.B, p. 37; Section 8.D, p. 45
Your car has an emergency on a railroad crossing. What should you do?
Stay inside with your belt on Get out and move away from the tracks Walk along the tracks Try to restart it for several minutes Show the answer
Get out and move away from the tracks
Leave the vehicle and get clear of the tracks first.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5.G, p. 30
Which vehicle must stop before every railroad crossing?
A school bus A taxi A pickup truck A motorcycle Show the answer
A school bus
Buses, school buses and trucks with hazardous materials must stop, so be ready.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5.G, p. 30
When may you stop on the shoulder of an interstate?
To check your phone Only if disabled or in an emergency To take a break To wait for a friend Show the answer
Only if disabled or in an emergency
The shoulder is for a disabled vehicle or some other emergency.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5.J, p. 32
You must stop on a highway shoulder. Where should you wait, if you can?
Beside the driver's door Walking along the shoulder Standing behind the car Inside the vehicle, buckled up Show the answer
Inside the vehicle, buckled up
Turn on your flashers, since standing or walking beside a highway is very dangerous.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5.J, p. 32; Section 8.B, p. 44
An officer gives you a citation you disagree with. What should you do?
Drive away at once Refuse to accept it Argue it at the roadside Make your case in court Show the answer
Make your case in court
Do not argue at the stop, as you will have your chance if you go to court.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 8.C, p. 45
A Move Over Law violation causes a crash. What is the penalty?
A $750 fine and five points A $50 fine and two points A $110 fine and one point A $150 fine and three points Show the answer
A $150 fine and three points
A crash raises the penalty to this fine and three points.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 8.D, p. 45
Your car is disabled with a flat tire near an off-ramp. What should you consider?
Walking to the next exit Changing the tire in the lane Stopping in your lane at once Driving to the ramp, even on the flat Show the answer
Driving to the ramp, even on the flat
Being further from traffic is safer, even if it means damaging a rim.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 8.B, p. 44
How should you report an emergency at a railroad crossing?
Use the blue and white notification sign Wait until you get home Call your insurance company Flag down the next train Show the answer
Use the blue and white notification sign
The Emergency Notification System sign shows how to report crossing problems.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5.G, p. 30
You must leave your disabled car on a highway. Where should you go?
Next to the car on the traffic side Into the nearest lane to wave Well away, behind a barrier or guard-rail In front of the car Show the answer
Well away, behind a barrier or guard-rail
Move away from the road and face oncoming traffic, staying alert.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 8.B, p. 44
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We wrote these practice questions from the facts in the Maryland Driver's Manual (DL-002 (10-26), October 2026 Edition (the notice page, p. 2, also still prints the older form number DL-002 (05-23)) edition) and from official sources on road signs. Every answer links to its source, so you can check it and read more.
DMV Decoded is an independent guide, not a government agency. This practice test is not connected to the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA), and your actual test will have different questions. Study the handbook, and check the agency's website for current rules.
