Indiana BMV permit practice test 10
25 questions written from the Indiana Driver's Manual, covering sharing the road, hazards, weather and night driving, safe and defensive driving, licensing laws and penalties, road signs. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.
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Question 1What is the minimum space Indiana's manual says to leave beside a bicyclist when passing?
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B: Three feet. Pass a cyclist only with at least three feet of room and no danger from oncoming traffic. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 7: Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles — Bicycles, page 57.
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Question 2Once crossing lights begin to flash and the gate lowers, about how long do you have to escape from the crossing?
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B: About 20 seconds. You have approximately 20 seconds to escape once lights flash and the gate begins to lower. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 7: Safety at Railroad Crossings, page 54.
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Question 3What does signing a traffic ticket in Indiana mean?
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A: You acknowledge receiving it; it is not an admission of guilt. Signing a ticket is only an acknowledgment of receiving it, not an admission of guilt. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 8: Traffic Stops by Law Enforcement, page 66.
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Question 4Who is first in Indiana's legal order of preference to sign for financial liability on a minor's application?
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A: The parent having custody (or their designee). The lawful order of preference begins with the custodial parent or their designee. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 1: Financial Liability for Injury or Damage, page 13.
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Question 5What does a School Bus Stop Ahead sign warn you of?
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A: A school bus may stop ahead to load or unload children. School Bus Stop Ahead warns that a school bus may be stopping ahead. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 6: School Zone Signs, page 35.
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Question 6How many bicyclists may ride side by side on an Indiana roadway (outside bike paths)?
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B: Two. Bicyclists may not ride more than two abreast except on paths set aside for bicycles. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 7: Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles — Bicycles, page 57.
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Question 7If you are stuck on the tracks with a train coming, which way should you run?
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A: Away from the tracks at a 45-degree angle toward the oncoming train. Get away from the tracks at about a 45-degree angle, heading toward the direction the train is coming from, then call 911 once you are clear. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 7: Safety at Railroad Crossings, page 54.
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Question 8What happens to a minor's learner's permit or license if the adult who signed for financial liability files a written request to withdraw?
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A: It is canceled. A written request to withdraw financial liability cancels the minor's learner's permit or license. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 1: Financial Liability for Injury or Damage, page 13.
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Question 9What is the top speed of a vehicle displaying an orange slow-moving vehicle emblem in Indiana?
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B: 25 mph. The slow-moving vehicle emblem (orange center, red reflective borders) marks a vehicle that cannot exceed 25 mph. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 6: Slow-Moving Vehicle Emblem, page 35.
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Question 10Is a bicyclist required to ride in a designated bike lane in Indiana?
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A: No, they may use the bike lane or the travel lane. Cyclists may choose the bike lane or the regular travel lane. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 7: Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles — Bicycles, page 57.
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Question 11Which is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?
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A: Drowsiness, dizziness or headache. Symptoms include drowsiness or dizziness, bluish skin or lips, headache and light sensitivity. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 8: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, page 67.
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Question 12What is the minimum age for an Indiana driver's license if you completed a BMV-licensed driver education program?
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B: 16. You must be at least 16 with completion of a BMV-licensed driver education program. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 1: Applying for a Driver's License — Age and Experience Requirements, page 14.
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Question 13What do traffic regulation signs do?
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A: Regulate speed and movement and display rules drivers must obey. Traffic regulation signs regulate speed and movement and show rules drivers must obey. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 6: Traffic Regulation Signs, page 36.
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Question 14You are turning right and a bicyclist is approaching on your right. What should you do?
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A: Let the bicyclist go through the intersection first. If turning right with a bicyclist approaching on the right, let the cyclist go through first. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 7: Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles — Bicycles, page 58.
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Question 15In heavy, congested traffic, what does the manual suggest to reduce carbon monoxide exposure?
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A: Close the fresh-air vent. In congested traffic, close the fresh-air vent; on highways in cold weather, open it. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 8: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning — How to Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, page 67.
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Question 16Without driver education, how old must you be to get an Indiana driver's license?
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D: 16 years and 270 days. Without a BMV-licensed driver education program, you must be at least 16 years and 270 days old. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 1: Applying for a Driver's License — Age and Experience Requirements, page 14.
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Question 17A white sign reads LEFT TURN YIELD ON GREEN with a green ball symbol. What does it mean?
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A: On a green ball, you may turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic. The Left Turn Yield on Green sign means a left turn on a green ball signal is allowed only after yielding. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 6: Traffic Regulation Signs, page 36.
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Question 18When may a driver cross a bicycle lane?
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A: Only when turning or entering or leaving an alley, driveway or private road. Cross a bike lane only when turning or entering or leaving an alley, driveway or private road; don't move into it to prepare for a turn. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 7: Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles — Bicycle Lanes, page 58.
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Question 19How long must you hold an Indiana learner's permit before getting a driver's license (if under 18)?
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B: 180 days. You must hold a valid Indiana learner's permit for at least 180 days. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 1: Applying for a Driver's License — Age and Experience Requirements, page 14.
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Question 20What does a LEFT ON GREEN ARROW ONLY sign mean?
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A: Left turns are allowed only when the green arrow is lit. This regulation sign allows left turns only on the green arrow. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 6: Traffic Regulation Signs, page 36.
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Question 21After parking on a street, what should you check before opening your door?
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A: For bicyclists. Before opening vehicle doors, first check for bicyclists. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 7: Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles — Bicycles, page 58.
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Question 22How many hours of supervised driving practice must be logged before an Indiana driver's license?
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C: 50. Applicants must complete at least 50 hours of supervised driving practice. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 1: Applying for a Driver's License — Age and Experience Requirements, page 14.
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Question 23What does a white MINIMUM SPEED 40 sign mean?
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A: You must not drive slower than 40 mph in normal conditions. A Minimum Speed sign sets the lowest speed allowed on that road. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 6: Traffic Regulation Signs, page 36.
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Question 24What rights does a rider of a horse or horse-drawn vehicle have on Indiana highways?
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A: The same rights and responsibilities as a motor vehicle driver. People riding or driving horses on a public highway have the same rights and duties as motorists. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 7: Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles — Slow-Moving Vehicles, page 58.
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Question 25How many of Indiana's 50 supervised practice hours must be at night (without a daytime-only restriction)?
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B: 10. At least 10 hours must be completed at night unless the permit carries a daytime-only restriction. Indiana Driver's Manual: Chapter 1: Applying for a Driver's License — Age and Experience Requirements, page 14.
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