Indiana permit practice: 20 free questions
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Written from Indiana Driver’s Manual (Published July 2026). Independently checked .
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Correct answer: A. Crossing the line to overtake another vehicle.
A broken yellow line allows a driver to cross for a safe pass. Check for approaching traffic before moving over.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Lane Markings — Yellow Lane Markings, PDF page 42. Checked .
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Correct answer: B. Make a full stop, then proceed only when safe.
Treat a flashing red signal like a stop sign. After stopping, check who has priority before entering.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 6 — Traffic Signs and Signals — Traffic Signals — Red Flashing Lights, PDF page 39. Checked .
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Correct answer: C. The driver to your right.
For simultaneous arrivals, the driver on the left yields. Let the vehicle on your right proceed, and yield whenever priority is uncertain.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — All-Way Stops, PDF page 44. Checked .
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Correct answer: A. Vehicles already traveling on the interstate.
A driver joining the interstate must yield to traffic already there. Use the acceleration lane to build speed and merge into a clear gap.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Driving on Interstate Highways, PDF page 51. Checked .
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Correct answer: B. Briefly look over your shoulder toward the intended lane.
A brief head check helps reveal a vehicle in your blind spot. Mirrors alone may leave that area unseen.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Changing Lanes and Passing Other Vehicles, PDF page 42. Checked .
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Correct answer: C. No, passing is not allowed in that lane.
A shared left-turn lane serves turning vehicles from either direction. Using it to pass creates a conflict with vehicles preparing to turn.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Turning Left from Specially-Designated Center Lanes, PDF page 44. Checked .
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Correct answer: A. 15 miles per hour.
In this urban setting, the alley maximum is 15 miles per hour unless signs set a different limit. Reduce speed further if conditions make that necessary.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Speed Limits — Urban Speed Limits, PDF page 46. Checked .
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Correct answer: B. Time the interval between that vehicle and yours passing the same roadside landmark.
Use a stationary reference to estimate your following interval. The time between the two vehicles reaching it shows the gap.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Braking and Following Distances, PDF page 46. Checked .
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Correct answer: C. At least 15 feet.
Parking closer than 15 feet to a hydrant is prohibited. Leave that space open for access.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Parking and Reversing — Illegal Parking Areas, PDF page 59. Checked .
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Correct answer: A. No, the access area must remain clear.
The striped access area provides room for transfers and vehicle ramps. A placard does not permit parking there.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Handicap Accessible Parking, PDF page 60. Checked .
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Correct answer: B. No, this divided-road situation exempts the opposite direction.
With a barrier or unimproved median separating directions, the bus stop requirement applies to traffic traveling in its direction. The rule applies beyond school grounds as well.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles — School Buses, PDF page 57. Checked .
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Correct answer: C. Three feet.
Leave at least three feet beside the bicyclist. Wait for a safer opportunity if that clearance is unavailable.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Sharing the Road with Other Vehicles — Bicycles, PDF page 57. Checked .
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Correct answer: A. Low beams.
Use low beams in fog and reduce speed. High beams are not the setting for this condition.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Driving in Uncertain Weather Conditions — Fog, PDF page 49. Checked .
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Correct answer: B. Hold firm, steady pedal pressure while steering normally.
Keep steady pressure on the brake pedal when ABS is working. Pedal vibration or mechanical noise can be normal; do not pump the brakes.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Skidding, PDF page 47. Checked .
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Correct answer: C. One year.
Refusing the chemical test carries a one-year suspension in this situation. A prior operating-while-intoxicated conviction brings a longer refusal suspension.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 5 — Points, Suspension, and Insurance Requirements — Suspensions — Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, PDF page 29. Checked .
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Correct answer: A. 180 days.
Failing the chemical test brings a 180-day suspension. This is distinct from the suspension for refusing the test.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 5 — Points, Suspension, and Insurance Requirements — Suspensions — Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, PDF page 29. Checked .
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Correct answer: B. Stop somewhere safe as soon as possible and take a short nap.
Drowsiness is a reason to stop driving. Rest in a safe location rather than trying to push through fatigue.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Impaired and Dangerous Driving — Drowsy Driving — How to Prevent Drowsy Driving, PDF page 50. Checked .
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Correct answer: C. You must still buckle up.
Air bags work together with seat belts. Having air bags does not remove the need to wear a belt.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 7 — Safe Vehicle Operation — Seat Belts and Child Safety Restraints — Seat Belts, PDF page 60. Checked .
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Correct answer: A. At least 25.
An adult permit holder needs a supervisor who is at least 25 and has valid driving privileges. The younger supervisor option applies to a licensed spouse.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 1 — Obtaining a New Credential — Practice Driving with Your Learner’s Permit, PDF page 9. Checked .
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Correct answer: B. Retesting.
A permit expired for more than 180 days requires retesting when renewed at a branch. A 181-day lapse exceeds that threshold.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Chapter 1 — Obtaining a New Credential — Learner’s Permit Validity, PDF page 9. Checked .
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