Take Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles Permit Practice Test

QUESTION 1 / 25

How does one apply for a learner's permit in Indiana?

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AOver the phone✓BOnline only✓CIn-person at a BMV branch✓DVia mail✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

Can a person with a learner’s permit drive alone in Indiana?

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AYes, they can drive alone✓BNo, they must be accompanied by a licensed driver✓COnly during daylight hours✓DOnly in emergencies✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Is it legal to make a right turn on red in Indiana?

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ANo, never✓BYes, after a complete stop, unless posted otherwise✓CYes, but only during daylight✓DYes, only at intersections with traffic signals✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

How can you determine if you are too close to another vehicle while driving?

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AYou should be able to see the front bumper of the vehicle ahead✓BYou should be able to see the rear tires of the vehicle in front of you on the road✓CYou should measure the distance between your vehicle and theirs✓DYou should rely on the distance gauges in your vehicle✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

What documents are required to apply for a learner’s permit in Indiana?

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AProof of identity only✓BProof of identity and residency only✓CProof of identity, Social Security number, and residency✓DSocial Security number and residency only✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

How many hours of practice driving are required for learners under 18 in Indiana?

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A30 hours, including 5 hours of night driving✓B50 hours, including 10 hours of night driving✓C60 hours, including 15 hours of night driving✓D40 hours, including 8 hours of night driving✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

What does a flashing red traffic light mean?

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AProceed with caution✓BStop and yield✓CStop and proceed when safe✓DTurn left only✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

What test must be passed to obtain a learner’s permit in Indiana?

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ADriving skills test✓BThe written knowledge test✓CVision test✓DPractical driving test✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

What should you do if an oncoming vehicle is in your lane?

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ASteer safely away and brake if necessary✓BHonk your horn aggressively✓CAccelerate to pass quickly✓DStay in your lane and hope they move✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

What is one effect of alcohol consumption on driving capabilities?

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AIt enhances reaction time✓BIt impairs judgment, coordination, and reaction time✓CIt improves focus and concentration✓DIt increases alertness✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

How far should you signal before making a turn in Indiana?

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A100 feet✓B150 feet✓C200 feet✓D250 feet✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

How often must you renew your Indiana driver’s license?

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AEvery 2 years✓BEvery 4 years✓CEvery 6 years✓DEvery 8 years✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

How can you help prevent fatigue while driving?

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ADrink caffeinated beverages✓BTake regular breaks during long drives✓CDrive with the windows down✓DPlay loud music✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

What is the best practice to avoid aggressive driving incidents?

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ATailgate to show you are faster✓BStay calm, avoid tailgating, and don’t engage with aggressive drivers✓CRespond aggressively to aggressive drivers✓DUse hand gestures to communicate✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

How should you respond to an emergency vehicle with flashing lights?

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APull over to the side and stop✓BSpeed up to get out of the way✓CContinue driving as normal✓DIgnore the vehicle✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

If another vehicle is passing you on the left, what should you do?

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ASpeed up to prevent passing✓BMaintain your speed✓CStop immediately✓DTurn on your hazard lights✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

How should a driver avoid the effects of glare from oncoming headlights?

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ALook directly at the headlights✓BFocus on the left side of the road✓CFocus on the right side of the road✓DClose your eyes temporarily✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

How can a driver effectively manage their reaction time on the road?

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ABy driving faster than the speed limit✓BBy remaining alert and avoiding distractions✓CBy only driving during the day✓DBy increasing following distance at all times✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

When navigating through city traffic, how far ahead should you try to look?

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AOne block ahead✓BTwo blocks ahead✓CHalf a block ahead✓Dquarter mile ahead✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

What is the recommended distance a defensive driver should stay behind the vehicle ahead?

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AOne to two seconds✓BTwo to three seconds✓CThree to four seconds✓DFive seconds or more✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

What type of traffic sign displays regulations that drivers must obey, such as no left turns?

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ADiamond Shaped Traffic Signs✓BRectangular Traffic Signs✓CSquare Traffic Signs✓DCircular Traffic Signs✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When changing lanes, what should you check for?

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AOnly traffic in front of you✓BOnly traffic beside you✓CBoth behind you and beside you✓DOnly traffic behind you✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When turning left from one one-way road to another one-way road, where should you position your vehicle?

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AIn the nearest right lane for traffic✓BIn the middle lane✓CIn the nearest left lane for traffic on the road you are entering✓DIn any lane available✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When entering an interstate on-ramp, what should you do to merge with traffic?

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ADecrease your speed in the acceleration lane✓BIncrease your speed in the acceleration lane✓CChange lanes without signaling✓DMerge without checking mirrors✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

What should you always do when following a large vehicle at night?

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AUse high beams✓BDim your headlights✓CMaintain the same distance✓DChange lanes frequently✓