Key Maryland facts: Right-of-Way
The right-of-way is never automatic, so do not take it for granted. Section 3.B, p. 13 You may not pass an emergency vehicle going your way with signals on unless it stops or an officer tells you to. Section 7.B, p. 37 A school bus stopped with flashing red lights requires stopping 20 feet or more from its back or front. Section 7.D, p. 38 Traffic may not move again until the bus starts moving or its flashing red lights go off. Section 7.D, p. 39 A physical barrier between the sides of a multiple lane road means no stop for a bus on the far side. Section 7.D, p. 39 Sample Right-of-Way questions
You face a school bus stopped with flashing red lights on a road with no barrier. How far from it must you stop?
At least 20 feet from its front At least 5 feet from its front At least 100 feet from its front You need not stop Show the answer
At least 20 feet from its front
Drivers meeting the bus also stop at least 20 feet away.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 7.D, p. 38
You are turning left, and a motorcycle is coming toward you. What must you do?
Turn if it looks far away Yield to the motorcycle Turn quickly ahead of it Flash your lights and turn Show the answer
Yield to the motorcycle
Motorcycles are small and hard to judge, and failing to yield can bring a citation with significant penalties.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 7.E, p. 39
You are turning, and a bicyclist is going straight beside you. Who has the right-of-way?
You, because you are larger The bicyclist Whoever is moving faster You, because you signaled Show the answer
The bicyclist
A turning driver must give way to bicyclists.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 7.F, p. 40
Which lights must you use while driving in a funeral procession?
Headlights and flashing hazard lights High beams only Only parking lights Only fog lights Show the answer
Headlights and flashing hazard lights
Those lights tell other drivers to give the procession the right-of-way.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5.K, p. 32
You need to cross a bike lane to reach a driveway. What must you do?
Honk and cross first Speed up to clear it Cross only at 5 mph Yield to bicyclists riding in it Show the answer
Yield to bicyclists riding in it
The duty to yield applies to anyone moving into or across a bike lane or shoulder.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 7.F, p. 40
You are in a funeral procession with your lights on, and the signal turns red. What may you do?
Wait for an officer Stop and rejoin later Turn off at the corner Go through the red signal Show the answer
Go through the red signal
Maryland lets vehicles in a procession go through a red signal with their lights on.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5.K, p. 32
A person is riding a bicycle in a crosswalk. What right-of-way do they have?
Only with a walk signal The same as a pedestrian The same as a truck None, they must dismount Show the answer
The same as a pedestrian
A crash from failing to yield to one can bring fines, possible prison time and points.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 7.F, p. 40
Should you assume you have the right-of-way when the rules favor you?
Yes, on the larger road Yes, always No, never assume it Yes, if you are going straight Show the answer
No, never assume it
Always consider the situation, even when the rules say the other driver should yield.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 3.B, p. 13
You have stopped for a school bus. When may you start moving again?
When the driver behind you honks When the children reach the curb When it moves or its red lights go off After counting to 20 Show the answer
When it moves or its red lights go off
Wait for the bus to start moving or for the flashing red lights to go off.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 7.D, p. 39
You have a green signal and a funeral procession is crossing. What should you do?
Cut through a gap Honk to speed it up Go, since your light is green Yield until it has passed Show the answer
Yield until it has passed
Even with a green, you must yield unless you can go without crossing its path.
Source: Maryland Driver's Manual, Section 5.K, p. 32
Take this topic's test
More Maryland practice
Full practice test All topics, as in the knowledge test Road Signs What signs mean and what to do when you see them 88 questions, 10 on Maryland rules Traffic Signals Lights, arrows and pedestrian signals 26 questions, 8 on Maryland rules Lanes & Turns Lane markings, turns, passing and merging 27 questions, 14 on Maryland rules Speed Limits Limits and how to adjust your speed 17 questions, 10 on Maryland rules Safe Driving Following distance, weather, night driving and sharing the road 51 questions, 29 on Maryland rules Alcohol & Drugs Blood alcohol limits, DUI rules and medication 19 questions, 13 on Maryland rules Emergencies Breakdowns, emergency vehicles and railroad crossings 17 questions, 13 on Maryland rules License Rules Permits, restrictions for new drivers and points 34 questions, 34 on Maryland rules Insurance & Collisions Required coverage and what to do after a crash 17 questions, 10 on Maryland rules Phones & Distraction Phone rules and other distractions 16 questions, 8 on Maryland rules
Share this test
Copy link
Email
About these questions
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.
