BMV Traffic Laws Flashcards
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What is the maximum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for an adult driver 21 or older?
Answer: 0.08%
The legal BAC limit for drivers 21 and older is 0.08%.
What does an octagon-shaped sign always mean?
Answer: Stop
An octagon shape is used exclusively for stop signs.
When approaching a roundabout, you should:
Answer: Yield to traffic already in the circle
At a roundabout you yield to traffic already circulating before entering.
What should you do when you see a pedestrian in a crosswalk?
Answer: Stop and yield the right-of-way
Drivers must stop and yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in a crosswalk.
A yield sign means you must:
Answer: Slow down and give the right-of-way to other traffic
A yield sign requires you to slow down and give the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
What is hydroplaning?
Answer: Tires losing contact with the road due to water
Hydroplaning occurs when a layer of water causes tires to lose contact with the road surface.
When can you legally use a handheld cell phone while driving in Indiana?
Answer: Only to make emergency 911 calls or when hands-free
Indiana's hands-free law prohibits holding a device except for emergency 911 calls; otherwise it must be hands-free.