BMV Practice Test (Indiana)

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A school zone warning sign is in the shape of a _____.

pentagon

If you come across a pedestrian carrying a white cane, you must use extra caution because that person is _____.

blind

You may make a left turn on a red light from a ______ street to another ______ street unless otherwise posted.

one-way street, one-way street

You must stop at a railroad crossing when _____.

<p>All choices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you are using high beams, you must switch to low when an oncoming vehicle is within _____ feet.

<p>500</p> Signup and view all the answers

You will not be allowed to take the driving skills test if you do not have _____.

<p>All choices (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To be eligible for an Indiana driver's license, you must be at least _____ old.

<p>16 years old and 180 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

The maximum speed allowed on urban interstate highways is _____ miles per hour.

<p>55</p> Signup and view all the answers

When parking on a hill facing downhill, you should ______.

<p>turn your tires toward the curb</p> Signup and view all the answers

Points assessed to your record become inactive _____ months after the court disposition date.

<p>24</p> Signup and view all the answers

During a traffic signal blackout, you should treat an intersection as _____.

<p>an all way stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lines in this color divide traffic traveling in the same direction.

<p>white</p> Signup and view all the answers

When you are being passed by a motorcycle, you should _____.

<p>maintain your lane position and speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

When driving in poor weather conditions, your following distance should be _____.

<p>increased</p> Signup and view all the answers

To signal for a right turn with a hand signal, you should _____.

<p>point your left arm upward</p> Signup and view all the answers

Most regulatory signs are _____ in color.

<p>white</p> Signup and view all the answers

A no passing zone sign is in the shape of a ______.

<p>pennant</p> Signup and view all the answers

No-passing zones include _____.

<p>All of the choices (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When making a right turn, you must turn into _____.

<p>the right-hand lane closest to the right curb</p> Signup and view all the answers

Factors that contribute to skids include _____.

<p>hard braking</p> Signup and view all the answers

When making a right turn into a one-way road, you must turn into _____.

<p>the right-hand lane closest to the right curb</p> Signup and view all the answers

A regulatory sign is in the shape of a _____

<p>vertical rectangle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who has the right-of-way on the highway?

<p>highway traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

The licensing fee for a replaced learner's permit is ______.

<p>$9</p> Signup and view all the answers

The speed limit in a marked school zone, during the hours that students are present, may be as low as ____ miles per hour.

<p>15</p> Signup and view all the answers

A curb painted _____ means you may only park there for a limited amount of time.

<p>green</p> Signup and view all the answers

An information or guidance sign is in the shape of a _____.

<p>horizontal rectangle</p> Signup and view all the answers

You should never follow within _____ feet of an emergency vehicle traveling in an emergency situation.

<p>300</p> Signup and view all the answers

If passing a bicycle, you should leave at least _____ of space between your vehicle and the bicycle.

<p>3 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is it illegal to pass a school bus?

<p>When it has stopped and its red lights are flashing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hydroplaning occurs when ____.

<p>water gets in between the road and the tires</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these will be accepted as proof of identity?

<p>All choices (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You should signal your intent to turn at least _____ feet prior to turning when traveling on roads with a speed limit of 50 mph or higher.

<p>300</p> Signup and view all the answers

If your vehicle stalls in rising water, you should _____.

<p>get out of the vehicle right away</p> Signup and view all the answers

You may apply for an Indiana Learner's Permit at the age of _____.

<p>16</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is important to watch out for motorcycles while driving because _____.

<p>they are difficult to see</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Traffic Signs and Signals

  • A school zone warning sign is shaped like a pentagon.
  • A no-passing zone sign has a pennant shape.
  • Regulatory signs are indicated by a vertical rectangle.
  • Information or guidance signs have a horizontal rectangle shape.

Road Laws and Safety

  • Approach pedestrians with white canes with extra caution as they are blind.
  • You may turn left on red from one one-way street to another one-way street unless otherwise indicated.
  • Stop at railroad crossings when directed by flags, devices, or when bars are down.
  • Use low beams within 500 feet of oncoming vehicles when using high beams.
  • Follow the right-hand lane closest to the curb when making a right turn.

Driving Requirements

  • At least 16 years old and 180 days is required to be eligible for an Indiana driver's license.
  • A driving skills test cannot be taken without your own vehicle and proper documentation.
  • Points on your driving record become inactive 24 months after court disposition.

Speed and Distances

  • The maximum speed limit on urban interstate highways is 55 miles per hour.
  • Speed limits in marked school zones can drop to as low as 15 miles per hour when students are present.
  • Leave at least 3 feet of space when passing bicycles.
  • Maintain a following distance of at least 300 feet from emergency vehicles.

Parking Regulations

  • Parking on a hill facing downhill requires turning tires toward the curb.
  • A green painted curb indicates limited parking duration, specified nearby.

Special Conditions

  • During a traffic signal blackout, treat the intersection as an all-way stop.
  • Increase following distance during poor weather conditions.
  • Hydroplaning occurs when water forms a barrier between road and tires.

Turning and Signaling

  • Signal a turn at least 300 feet prior to turning when traveling at 50 mph or greater.
  • When making a right turn, enter the right-hand lane closest to the curb.

Emergency Situations

  • If a vehicle stalls in rising water, exit immediately.
  • Be vigilant for motorcycles as they are often difficult to see on the road.

Fees and Documentation

  • The fee for replacing a learner's permit is $9.
  • Accepted proof of identity includes documents like a birth certificate or passport.

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