Indiana BMV Knowledge Exam — Questions and Answers

Question 1: What does a pennant-shaped sign indicate in Indiana?

Divided highway begins
No passing zone (Correct answer)
School zone ahead
Merge required

Correct answer: No passing zone

A pennant-shaped yellow sign marks the beginning of a no-passing zone on Indiana roadways.

Question 2: What does a sign showing a truck with wavy lines beneath it warn Indiana drivers about?

Slippery road when wet (Correct answer)
Loose gravel on road
Bumpy or uneven pavement
Truck weigh station

Correct answer: Slippery road when wet

This warning sign indicates the road surface may be slippery when wet, advising drivers to reduce speed in rain.

Question 3: In Indiana, what color are guide signs that help drivers navigate to destinations?

White
Brown
Green (Correct answer)
Blue

Correct answer: Green

Green signs are used for guide and directional information on Indiana highways, including exit numbers and city names.

Question 4: How can a driver reduce points on their driving record in Indiana?

By writing a letter to the BMV
By attending a driver's safety program (Correct answer)
By paying a fee
By avoiding driving for one year

Correct answer: By attending a driver's safety program

Drivers in Indiana can reduce points on their driving record by successfully completing an approved driver's safety program. This program is designed to educate drivers on safe driving practices and traffic laws. By participating, drivers can demonstrate a commitment to improving their driving behavior, which the Indiana BMV acknowledges by reducing accumulated points.

Question 5: What is the minimum property damage liability coverage required in Indiana?

$15,000
$10,000
$25,000 (Correct answer)
$50,000

Correct answer: $25,000

Indiana requires a minimum of $25,000 in property damage liability coverage per accident.

Question 6: A sign with a picture of a bicycle in Indiana indicates:

Bicycle repair area
Bicycle crossing or bike lane (Correct answer)
Bicycle rental station
No bicycles allowed

Correct answer: Bicycle crossing or bike lane

A bicycle symbol sign warns drivers that cyclists may be present or share the roadway in that area.

Question 7: In Indiana, when driving in work zones, the speed limit is usually reduced and fines for violations are:

Dependent on whether workers are present
The same as regular road violations
Doubled (Correct answer)
Tripled

Correct answer: Doubled

Indiana doubles traffic fines for moving violations committed in designated work zones to deter dangerous driving near road workers.

Question 8: At an uncontrolled intersection in Indiana, who has the right of way?

The driver on the right (Correct answer)
The driver on the left
The driver traveling faster
The driver who arrived last

Correct answer: The driver on the right

At an uncontrolled intersection where two vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the right has the right of way in Indiana.

Question 9: What does a flashing red traffic light require Indiana drivers to do?

Slow to 15 mph
Stop and wait for green
Proceed with caution
Stop and yield, then go when safe (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Stop and yield, then go when safe

A flashing red light must be treated as a stop sign — come to a full stop, yield, and proceed when safe.

Question 10: What is the purpose of Indiana's REAL ID-compliant driver's license?

It serves as a commercial vehicle endorsement
It automatically renews every 10 years
It allows driving in all 50 states
It can be used to board domestic flights and access federal facilities (Correct answer)

Correct answer: It can be used to board domestic flights and access federal facilities

Indiana REAL ID-compliant licenses (marked with a gold star) meet federal standards and can be used as identification for domestic air travel and federal building access.

Question 11: What must Indiana drivers do at a railroad crossing with no gates or signals?

Proceed normally since no signals means no trains
Look both ways and proceed only when no train is approaching (Correct answer)
Stop completely, then proceed when safe
Slow to 15 mph and listen

Correct answer: Look both ways and proceed only when no train is approaching

At passive railroad crossings, Indiana drivers must look and listen in both directions and only proceed when no train is approaching.

Question 12: What is Indiana's implied consent law?

You agree to carry proof of insurance at all times
You consent to traffic stops at any time without cause
Officers may search your vehicle without a warrant if they suspect DUI
By driving in Indiana, you agree to take a chemical test if an officer suspects impairment (Correct answer)

Correct answer: By driving in Indiana, you agree to take a chemical test if an officer suspects impairment

Indiana's implied consent law means that by driving on Indiana roads, you automatically consent to chemical testing (breath, blood, or urine) if arrested for suspected impairment.

Question 13: What does Indiana law require regarding a vehicle's braking system?

Two independent braking systems: service brakes and parking brake (Correct answer)
Drum brakes on all four wheels
One set of brakes capable of stopping within 100 feet at 20 mph
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) on all vehicles

Correct answer: Two independent braking systems: service brakes and parking brake

Indiana requires all vehicles to have both a service braking system for normal stops and a separate parking brake to hold the vehicle stationary.

Question 14: What does an octagonal red sign always mean in Indiana?

Slow down and proceed
Yield to oncoming traffic
No entry ahead
Stop completely (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Stop completely

An octagonal red sign is always a STOP sign, requiring a complete stop before proceeding.

Question 15: What is the legal minimum tread depth for tires on Indiana vehicles?

6/32 inch
4/32 inch
2/32 inch (Correct answer)
1/32 inch

Correct answer: 2/32 inch

Indiana requires passenger vehicle tires to have a minimum tread depth of 2/32 of an inch, though replacement is recommended at 4/32 for safety.

Question 16: In Indiana, where must a vehicle's registration certificate be kept?

In the glove compartment or accessible in the vehicle at all times (Correct answer)
At the owner's home address
Submitted to the BMV annually
Displayed on the vehicle's dashboard visibly

Correct answer: In the glove compartment or accessible in the vehicle at all times

Indiana requires the vehicle registration certificate to be kept in the vehicle and made available upon request by a law enforcement officer.

Question 17: Indiana law requires that a vehicle's horn must:

Be operable only when the vehicle is in motion
Produce a tone above 1000 Hz
Sound continuously when activated
Be audible from at least 200 feet away (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Be audible from at least 200 feet away

Indiana requires vehicle horns to be in working order and audible from at least 200 feet to alert other drivers and pedestrians.

Question 18: A yellow diamond-shaped sign in Indiana indicates:

A regulatory requirement
A construction zone speed limit
A guide to a destination
A warning of a potential hazard (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A warning of a potential hazard

Yellow diamond-shaped signs are warning signs that alert drivers to potential hazards or changes in road conditions ahead.

Question 19: What does a sign with an 'X' and the letters 'RR' mean in Indiana?

Railroad crossing ahead (Correct answer)
Right-of-way required
Railroad tracks recently removed
Restricted road zone

Correct answer: Railroad crossing ahead

The 'RR' crossbuck sign marks an actual railroad crossing and warns drivers to look, listen, and yield to trains.

Question 20: What does a green traffic signal mean in Indiana?

Stop before proceeding
Yield to all traffic then go
Proceed if the intersection is clear (Correct answer)
Speed up to clear the intersection

Correct answer: Proceed if the intersection is clear

A green light means you may proceed if the intersection is clear, but you must still yield to pedestrians and emergency vehicles.

Question 21: Which of the following is an acceptable form of financial responsibility in Indiana besides liability insurance?

A letter from an employer
A written promise to pay damages
A copy of your credit report
A cash or securities deposit with the state (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A cash or securities deposit with the state

Indiana accepts a cash or securities deposit with the Bureau of Motor Vehicles as an alternative to traditional liability insurance.

Question 22: What BAC limit applies to Indiana drivers under the age of 21?

0.08% — same as adults
0.02% (Correct answer)
0.04%
0.00% — absolute zero tolerance

Correct answer: 0.02%

Indiana has a zero tolerance policy for underage drinking and driving, with a BAC limit of 0.02% (effectively zero tolerance) for drivers under 21.

Question 23: What vision standard must Indiana drivers meet for a standard driver's license?

20/20 in both eyes without correction
20/50 or better in both eyes
20/40 or better in at least one eye (Correct answer)
20/70 or better with correction

Correct answer: 20/40 or better in at least one eye

Indiana requires a minimum visual acuity of 20/40 in at least one eye, with or without corrective lenses, for a standard license.

Question 24: What type of knowledge test must Indiana learner's permit applicants pass?

An oral exam administered by a BMV examiner
A multiple-choice test on vehicle mechanics
A written test on state driving laws and road signs (Correct answer)
A computer-based hazard perception test only

Correct answer: A written test on state driving laws and road signs

Indiana learner's permit applicants must pass a knowledge test covering state traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices.

Question 25: A sign showing a truck on a sloped line in Indiana warns of:

Truck weigh station ahead
Truck crossing zone
Steep hill or grade ahead (Correct answer)
Reduced truck speed limit

Correct answer: Steep hill or grade ahead

This warning sign alerts drivers, especially truck operators, that a steep grade is ahead requiring speed and gear adjustments.

Question 26: A white rectangular sign in Indiana typically provides:

Guide or direction information
Regulatory information (Correct answer)
Warning information
Construction zone alerts

Correct answer: Regulatory information

White rectangular signs are regulatory signs that inform drivers of traffic laws they must obey, such as speed limits and turn restrictions.

Question 27: When may an Indiana driver legally pass another vehicle on the right?

Only on one-way streets
Never — passing on the right is always illegal
On any two-lane road with adequate space
When the vehicle ahead is turning left and there is room on the right (Correct answer)

Correct answer: When the vehicle ahead is turning left and there is room on the right

Indiana permits passing on the right only when the vehicle being passed is making or signaling a left turn and sufficient pavement exists to pass safely.

Question 28: In Indiana, what is the maximum allowable blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for drivers age 21 and over?

0.08% (Correct answer)
0.12%
0.05%
0.10%

Correct answer: 0.08%

Indiana's legal limit for drivers 21 and over is a BAC of 0.08%, above which a driver is considered legally impaired under state law.

Question 29: In Indiana, what does a yield sign look like?

Triangle, red and white, point down (Correct answer)
Octagon, red
Circle, red
Pentagon, yellow

Correct answer: Triangle, red and white, point down

A yield sign is a downward-pointing triangle with a red border and white interior, instructing drivers to slow and give way.

Question 30: Indiana requires drivers to carry which documents while operating a vehicle?

Driver's license only
Driver's license and registration only
Driver's license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration (Correct answer)
Driver's license and insurance only

Correct answer: Driver's license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration

Indiana law requires drivers to have their valid driver's license, proof of financial responsibility (insurance), and vehicle registration available when operating a vehicle.

Question 31: Which sign in Indiana would you see at the entrance of a one-way street going the wrong direction?

No U-Turn sign
Do Not Enter sign
Wrong Way sign
Both Do Not Enter and Wrong Way signs (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Both Do Not Enter and Wrong Way signs

Both 'Do Not Enter' and 'Wrong Way' signs are used together to warn drivers they are entering a road in the wrong direction.

Question 32: In Indiana, how long must a teen driver hold a learner's permit before applying for a probationary license?

90 days
At least 180 days (6 months) (Correct answer)
30 days
1 year

Correct answer: At least 180 days (6 months)

Indiana requires teen drivers to hold their learner's permit for at least 180 days and log supervised driving hours before advancing.

Question 33: What Indiana law applies to headlight use during rain, snow, sleet, or hail?

Only parking lights are required in light rain
Headlights must be on whenever windshield wipers are in use (Correct answer)
Headlights are optional during daytime rain
Headlights are required only at night in rain

Correct answer: Headlights must be on whenever windshield wipers are in use

Indiana law requires headlights to be turned on anytime windshield wipers are in use due to precipitation, improving visibility for all drivers.

Question 34: In Indiana, when two vehicles approach a four-way stop simultaneously from different directions, who proceeds first?

The vehicle turning left
The vehicle with the largest engine
The vehicle going straight
The vehicle to the right (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The vehicle to the right

When two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same time, the vehicle on the right has the right of way and proceeds first.

Question 35: Which of the following drivers may be required to complete a Driver Safety Program (DSP) in Indiana?

All of the above (Correct answer)
Drivers under 21 years old
Drivers who have committed multiple traffic violations within a short period
Drivers involved in a serious traffic accident

Correct answer: All of the above

In Indiana, various drivers may be required to complete a Driver Safety Program (DSP). This includes drivers under 21 years old who commit certain violations, drivers involved in serious traffic accidents, and those who have accumulated multiple traffic violations within a short period. The DSP is a tool used by the BMV to address unsafe driving behaviors across different demographics and circumstances.

Question 36: In Indiana, when must drivers yield to pedestrians?

Only in school zones
Only when a pedestrian is already in the road
Only at crosswalks with pedestrian signals
At all marked and unmarked crosswalks (Correct answer)

Correct answer: At all marked and unmarked crosswalks

Indiana law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians at all crosswalks, whether marked or unmarked, whenever a pedestrian is present.

Question 37: What should you do if you move to a new address in Indiana?

Wait until your registration expires before updating your address
Submit a new application for a driver's license
Purchase a new vehicle
Notify the BMV of your address change within 30 days (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Notify the BMV of your address change within 30 days

If you move to a new address in Indiana, it is legally required to notify the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) of your address change within 30 days. This ensures that your driver's license, vehicle registration, and other official records are up-to-date, allowing the BMV to send important communications and maintain accurate information for public safety and administrative purposes.

Question 38: A blue rectangular sign on Indiana highways typically identifies:

State parks and recreation
Designated truck routes
Speed limit changes
Motorist services like gas, food, and lodging (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Motorist services like gas, food, and lodging

Blue signs provide motorist service information, pointing drivers to amenities like fuel, food, hospitals, and rest areas.

Question 39: What is the primary purpose of Indiana’s Free ID program?

To issue a temporary vehicle registration
To replace lost or stolen driver's licenses
To provide a photo ID for non-drivers (Correct answer)
To serve as a permit for learners

Correct answer: To provide a photo ID for non-drivers

The primary purpose of Indiana's Free ID program is to provide a state-issued photo identification card to residents who do not possess a driver's license. This ID serves various purposes, including voting, proving identity for government services, and other situations where a photo ID is required. It ensures that non-drivers have access to official identification.

Question 40: In Indiana, what is the law regarding window tinting on the front windshield?

Only factory-installed tint is permitted
No tint is allowed on the front windshield below the AS-1 line (Correct answer)
A maximum of 35% tint is allowed on the full windshield
Any tint level is permitted on the front windshield

Correct answer: No tint is allowed on the front windshield below the AS-1 line

Indiana prohibits any aftermarket tinting below the AS-1 line on the front windshield, which is typically the top few inches of the glass.

Question 41: Under Indiana's Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL), what is the nighttime driving restriction for a Restricted Driver's License holder?

No driving between 11 PM and 5 AM
No driving between 10 PM and 5 AM (Correct answer)
No driving between midnight and 6 AM
No driving between 9 PM and 6 AM

Correct answer: No driving between 10 PM and 5 AM

Indiana Restricted License holders may not drive between 10 PM and 5 AM unless accompanied by a licensed adult age 25 or older.

Question 42: How long must an Indiana teen hold a learner's permit before applying for a Restricted Driver's License?

30 days
180 days (Correct answer)
90 days
1 year

Correct answer: 180 days

Indiana requires teens to hold their learner's permit for a minimum of 180 days (6 months) before upgrading to a Restricted Driver's License.

Question 43: What is the minimum number of supervised driving hours required for Indiana teens to obtain a Restricted Driver's License?

25 hours
40 hours
60 hours
50 hours (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 50 hours

Indiana requires at least 50 hours of supervised driving practice, including 10 hours at night, before a teen can apply for a Restricted License.

Question 44: In Indiana, a green arrow traffic signal means:

Stop and wait for the full green
Proceed straight only
You may turn in the direction of the arrow after yielding to pedestrians (Correct answer)
Yield before turning in that direction

Correct answer: You may turn in the direction of the arrow after yielding to pedestrians

A green arrow is a protected signal allowing you to turn in that direction, but you must still yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.

Question 45: If an Indiana driver experiences brake failure while driving downhill, the best initial action is:

Downshift to a lower gear to use engine braking (Correct answer)
Shift to neutral and pump the brakes rapidly
Turn off the ignition immediately
Swerve into a guardrail to slow down

Correct answer: Downshift to a lower gear to use engine braking

Downshifting to a lower gear uses engine compression braking to slow the vehicle, providing controlled deceleration when service brakes fail.

Question 46: An Indiana driver's license with a 'B' restriction means the driver must:

Use hand controls while driving
Drive only during daylight hours
Wear corrective lenses while driving (Correct answer)
Drive only automatic transmission vehicles

Correct answer: Wear corrective lenses while driving

The 'B' restriction code on an Indiana license requires the driver to wear corrective lenses (glasses or contacts) at all times while driving.

Question 47: What must be done if a vehicle registration renewal is missed and the registration expires?

Reapply for a new driver’s license
Pay a late fee and submit a new registration form (Correct answer)
Purchase a new vehicle
Obtain a new vehicle inspection

Correct answer: Pay a late fee and submit a new registration form

If a vehicle registration renewal is missed and the registration expires in Indiana, the driver must typically pay a late fee in addition to the standard renewal fees. They will also need to submit a new registration form or complete the renewal process, ensuring all necessary documentation is provided. Operating a vehicle with an expired registration is illegal and can result in fines.

Question 48: What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean in Indiana?

Stop and wait
Slow down and proceed with caution (Correct answer)
Proceed at full speed
Turn only in the direction indicated

Correct answer: Slow down and proceed with caution

A flashing yellow light is a warning to slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution.

Question 49: In Indiana, what is the legal speed limit in a school zone when children are present?

15 mph
25 mph
30 mph
20 mph (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 20 mph

Indiana school zones have a speed limit of 20 mph when children are present or when signaled by flashing lights.

Question 50: If an Indiana driver's license is lost or stolen, the driver should:

Wait until renewal time to replace it
Call the BMV and have a replacement mailed automatically
Use their vehicle title as temporary identification
Report it to police and apply for a duplicate at the BMV (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Report it to police and apply for a duplicate at the BMV

Indiana drivers should report a lost or stolen license to law enforcement and then visit the BMV to obtain a duplicate license.

Indiana BMV Knowledge Exam

The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) knowledge exam tests applicants on road signs and traffic laws required to obtain a learner's permit or driver's license in Indiana. The exam is split into two separately scored sections — both must be passed at 80% or higher.

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60 min

Time Limit

80%

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