Indiana Driver's Manual Chapter 1

Questions and Answers

What is Chapter 1 about?

Obtaining a New Credential

Which of the following is not considered evidence of residency in Indiana?

Claiming residency in another state (correct)

Maintaining a legal address in Indiana

Being a registered voter in Indiana

Lawful stewardship of a juvenile in school in Indiana

Who is considered not a resident according to the manual?

Active duty military personnel

College students

A and C (correct)

Full-time workers

How long do new residents of Indiana have to obtain a new Indiana driver's license?

60 days Signup and view all the answers

What tests must new residents pass if their out-of-state license is expired?

Standard vision screening test and knowledge test Signup and view all the answers

How long is an identification card valid for?

Six years Signup and view all the answers

At what age do Indiana residents receive full driving privileges?

21 years old Signup and view all the answers

After passing driver education, what age are you eligible to obtain a probationary driver's license?

16 years and 90 days old Signup and view all the answers

How long must you hold your learner's permit before being eligible for a probationary license?

180 days Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the log required to obtain your first driver's license?

Log of Supervised Driving Signup and view all the answers

When can you take the driving skills test?

After successfully completing a BMV-approved driver education program and having a skills test waiver. Signup and view all the answers

How long is the operator's license valid for?

6 years Signup and view all the answers

How long is a learner's permit valid for?

Two years from date of issuance Signup and view all the answers

When can you drive with a driver education learner's permit?

With a licensed driver that has valid driving privileges and is 25 or older. Signup and view all the answers

Your driver's license is considered probationary until you turn what age?

21 years and 30 days old Signup and view all the answers

Everyone must wear a seat belt while you are a probationary license driver.

True Signup and view all the answers

Can a brother or sister ride with you unsupervised during the first 180 days?

Yes Signup and view all the answers

What is the time restriction for driving during the first 180 days after obtaining your probationary license?

10 p.m. - 5 a.m. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Agreement of Financial Liability - State Form 39531?

Parents take liability over the driver Signup and view all the answers

What topics does the written knowledge test cover?

Indiana traffic laws and safe driving techniques Signup and view all the answers

When would you expect to take the written knowledge test? (Select all that apply)

New Indiana residents holding an out-of-country driver's license Signup and view all the answers

When can you retake a failed written knowledge test?

You must wait until the next business day Signup and view all the answers

Who is allowed to accompany you during the driving skills test?

No one besides the BMV examiner Signup and view all the answers

What document must be provided before taking the driving skills test?

Vehicle's current registration Signup and view all the answers

When may you retake a failed driving skills test?

You must wait 14 days before you can retake the test. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if you fail three driving skills tests while holding a learner's permit?

You must wait for two months from the date of the last failed test. Signup and view all the answers

When is the vision screening test required?

Applying for a permit Signup and view all the answers

What is restriction A on a driver's license?

A-Motor Driven Cycle - Class A Only Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age for Operating License?

16 Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age for a Driver Education Learner Permit?

15 Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age for Chauffeur's License?

18 Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age for Public Passenger Chauffeur's License?

18 Signup and view all the answers

What restrictions are on a motorcycle learner's permit?

Must wear a helmet and only ride during daylight hours without passengers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age to operate a motorboat in Indiana?

15 years old Signup and view all the answers

What license is required to operate a moped?

Operator's License Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum speed you may operate a moped?

35 miles per hour Signup and view all the answers

If under age 18, what must be worn when operating a moped?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

How long is an operator's license valid for?

Six years Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if your license has been expired for 6 months-3 years?

Pay Late! Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if your license has been expired for more than 3 years?

License fee + Vision and Written Test Signup and view all the answers

How do points on your license affect the renewal process?

If you have more than six points on your license, you take the Knowledge Test. Signup and view all the answers

How long do points remain on your driver's license?

Two years from conviction date Signup and view all the answers

What happens if you accumulate 18 or more active points against your license?

You must complete a Driver Safety Program (DSP) Course Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for driving without insurance?

Suspension can range from 90 days to 1 year Signup and view all the answers

What must be done to reinstate a driver's license that has been suspended for lack of insurance?

Pay a fee after suspension is over. Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for driving on a suspended driver license?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for refusal to submit to a certified chemical test?

Suspension of driving privileges for up to two years Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for failure of a certified chemical test?

Suspension for up to 180 days Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum penalty for being convicted of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated with a BAC of .08% or more?

180 days of suspension (minimum) Signup and view all the answers

What defines a Habitual Traffic Violator (HTV)?

An HTV is a person who accumulates two judgments resulting in injury or death within a 10 year period. Signup and view all the answers

What does a red traffic sign mean?

Drivers must come to a complete stop. Signup and view all the answers

What does a yellow traffic sign indicate?

Prepares drivers for specific road conditions. Signup and view all the answers

What does a white traffic sign display?

Traffic regulations that drivers must obey. Signup and view all the answers

What does an orange traffic sign warn against?

Temporary traffic conditions. Signup and view all the answers

What does a green traffic sign indicate?

Permitted movements and directions or guidance. Signup and view all the answers

What does a blue traffic sign display?

Road services and evacuation route information. Signup and view all the answers

What does a brown traffic sign indicate?

Nearby recreational and cultural interest information. Signup and view all the answers

What does a circular traffic sign alert drivers to?

Upcoming railroad crossing. Signup and view all the answers

What does a three-sided traffic sign warn drivers about?

Slow down when approaching an intersection and prepare to come to a complete stop. Signup and view all the answers

What do pennant-shaped signs indicate?

Warn drivers not to pass other vehicles on the left. Signup and view all the answers

What does a rectangular traffic sign convey?

Traffic regulations that must be obeyed. Signup and view all the answers

What does a diamond traffic sign warn about?

Upcoming road conditions and hazards. Signup and view all the answers

What does a five-sided sign warn drivers about?

Entering an area near a school where children may be. Signup and view all the answers

What does an eight-sided sign tell drivers?

Drivers must stop and yield the appropriate right-of-way at an intersection. Signup and view all the answers

What should drivers do when they see a yellow light?

Begin to slow down and be prepared to come to a complete stop. Signup and view all the answers

What does a red flashing light indicate?

You must come to a complete stop. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do at a stop sign?

Stop at a solid white line or just before the crosswalk. Signup and view all the answers

What does a defensive driver do?

Looks out for the actions of other drivers and anticipates potential problems. Signup and view all the answers

What do yellow lane markings indicate?

Separate multiple lanes of traffic going in the opposite direction. Signup and view all the answers

When changing lanes to prepare for a turn, how far in advance should you signal?

200 feet prior to changing lanes or turning. Signup and view all the answers

Which lane should faster moving traffic use?

Left Lane Signup and view all the answers

Which lane should slower moving traffic use?

Right Lane Signup and view all the answers

Name some situations when passing is prohibited.

A solid yellow line on the driver's side or when driving on a curve. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are being passed by another vehicle?

Allow the vehicle to pass safely and do NOT increase your speed. Signup and view all the answers

What lane should you be in when turning?

Left Lane Signup and view all the answers

How far ahead should you signal your intent to turn for speeds less than 50 mph?

At least 200 feet before your turn. Signup and view all the answers

How far ahead should you signal your intent to turn for speeds greater than 50 mph?

300 feet before turning. Signup and view all the answers

What should you consider when making a U-turn?

It is potentially dangerous and should only be undertaken when not prohibited by law. Signup and view all the answers

Who has the right-of-way in roundabouts?

The people who are in the circle of the roundabout. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the hand signals a driver may use if their turn signals are not working.

Signal hand straight ahead for left turn, hand up for right turn, hand down to stop or slow. Signup and view all the answers

What are the maximum speeds a passenger vehicle may drive in the following areas?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when driving in dangerous conditions?

REDUCE speed in dangerous conditions. Signup and view all the answers

According to the Indiana Driver's Manual, what should your following distance be?

Two to three seconds behind the vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

What factors can affect a vehicle's ability to stop?

Weight of vehicle, type and condition of brakes, type and condition of tires, physical condition of pavement. Signup and view all the answers

If your vehicle is skidding sideways, what should you do?

Ease off gas pedal and hold steering wheel firmly. Signup and view all the answers

Why are ramps, bridges and overpasses often more dangerous when driving in snowy conditions?

Moisture may occasionally freeze before other sections of the roadway. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane?

Keep wheel firm and steady and let off gas. Signup and view all the answers

Why should a driver NOT use high beam headlights when driving in fog, rain or snow?

It reflects the light back onto the driver. Signup and view all the answers

What should a driver do to reduce the effects of glare at night?

Focus on the right side of the road. Signup and view all the answers

Drivers entering an interstate must _____ to vehicles on the interstate.

yield the right of way Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you miss your exit on the interstate?

You must drive to the next exit. Signup and view all the answers

Explain what a driver should do if they see a 'Flagger'.

Slow down and follow directions. Signup and view all the answers

What should you consider when driving in work zones?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Obtaining a New Credential

New Indiana residents must have a valid out-of-state license and obtain an Indiana driver's license within 60 days.
Valid evidence of residency includes being a registered voter, deriving over half of income from Indiana sources, and having legal address in Indiana.

Residency and License Requirements

Not considered residents: students at post-secondary institutions, active military personnel, and temporary employees.
Identifications cards are valid for six years; the full driving privilege begins at age 21.

Learner's and Probationary Licenses

At 16 years and 90 days old, with a learner's permit held for 180 days, one can apply for a probationary driver's license.
A supervised driving log, evidence of completing a BMV-approved driver education program, is necessary to take the driving skills test.

License Validity

Standard operator's licenses and learner's permits are valid for six years and two years, respectively.
A driver education learner's permit must be accompanied by a licensed driver aged 25 or older.

Probationary License Restrictions

Your driver's license remains probationary until you reach 21 years and 30 days old, with everyone required to wear seat belts.
Unsupervised siblings can ride during the first 180 days, while cell phone use is restricted except for emergencies.

Written Knowledge Test

The test covers Indiana traffic laws and safe driving techniques, required for learner's permit applicants and those with expired licenses over 180 days.
You may retake a failed test the next business day.

Driving Skills Test

Only a BMV examiner may accompany the applicant during the driving skills test; vehicles must have current registration.
If you fail the driving skills test thrice while on a learner's permit, you must wait two months before retaking it.

License Types and Age Requirements

Various licenses have minimum age requirements:
- Operator License: 16 years
- Driver Education Learner Permit: 15 years
- Chauffeur's License: 18 years
- Public Passenger Chauffeur's License: 18 years
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL): 18 years

Motorized Vehicles and Licensing

Minimum age to operate a motorboat is 15 years with an Indiana driver's license.
To operate a moped, you must be 15 years old, hold an operator's license, and wear a helmet and protective eyewear if under 18.

Renewing, Amending or Replacing a Credential

Operator's licenses are valid for six years, and late fees apply for expired licenses between 6 months and 3 years.
Expired licenses older than 3 years require retaking the vision and written tests.

Suspension and Insurance Requirements

Points on a driver's license remain for 2 years; accumulating 18 points necessitates completing a Driver Safety Program.
Driving without insurance can lead to a license suspension between 90 days to 1 year.

Traffic Signs and Signals

Different colored traffic signs convey varied meanings: red for stop, yellow for caution, and green for guidance.
Specific shapes indicate specific actions, such as circular signs for railroad crossings and five-sided signs for school zones.

Safe Vehicle Operation

Defensive drivers anticipate problems from other drivers; yellow lane markings denote opposite traffic lanes.
Signaling intent to turn should occur 200 feet ahead (300 feet for speeds over 50 mph).

Right-of-Way and Road Situations

Vehicles in a roundabout have the right-of-way; always signal before turns and be cautious during U-turns.
Maximum speed limits vary depending on the road type, with a general limit of 10 mph under the posted speed in highway work zones.

Driving Conditions and Safety

Adjust speed in dangerous conditions; a two to three-second following distance is advisable.
Avoid high beams in fog or rain to reduce glare, and when hydroplaning, ease off the gas and maintain a steady grip on the wheel.

Entering and Exiting Highways

Yield to vehicles on the interstate when merging; if an exit is missed, proceed to the next exit.
Stay alert in work zones, minimize distractions, and be prepared for delays.

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This quiz focuses on Chapter 1 of the Indiana Driver's Manual, which covers the process of obtaining a new credential. Study key definitions and residency requirements in Indiana to prepare for your driver's test.