Indiana Permit Practice Test 3 (2026)
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From the official handbook, Published July 2026, Sections 1, 6, 7, 8 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the BMV. Indiana Driver's Manual
Question 1 of 20
What is the speed limit on an urban interstate unless posted otherwise?
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Question 2 of 20
Where are U-turns never allowed?
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Answer: On an interstate highway
Never make a U-turn on an interstate; go to the next exit instead.
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Question 3 of 20
Your right wheels drift onto the shoulder. What should you do?
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Answer: Drive along the shoulder, ease off the gas and return gradually
Turning back too fast can throw the vehicle off balance.
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Question 4 of 20
Before changing lanes, how do you check your blind spot?
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Answer: Briefly turn your head toward the lane you are entering
Mirrors leave blind spots; turn your head briefly.
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Question 5 of 20
The traffic signal at an intersection is not working. After stopping, whom must you yield to?
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Answer: A vehicle that arrived at the same time on your right
Treat it as an all-way stop: yield to cross traffic already in it, earlier arrivals, the vehicle on your right and pedestrians.
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Question 6 of 20
What is the speed limit in most urban residential areas unless posted?
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Question 7 of 20
When passing, how do you know it is safe to return to your lane?
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Answer: When you can see the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror
Keep going until you see the vehicle you passed in your rearview mirror, then signal.
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Question 8 of 20
In a car with anti-lock brakes (ABS), how do you brake in an emergency?
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Answer: Keep firm, continuous pressure on the pedal and steer normally
Do not pump ABS brakes; vibration or noise means they are working.
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Question 9 of 20
You are in a car in a multi-lane roundabout next to a large truck. What must you do?
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Answer: Yield to the truck, slowing or stopping if needed
Cars must yield to large vehicles driving through the roundabout at the same time.
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Question 10 of 20
When passing on a two-lane road, how far ahead of an oncoming vehicle must you be back in the right lane?
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Answer: At least 100 feet
Return to the right side no less than 100 feet before any oncoming vehicle.
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Question 11 of 20
Your car with conventional brakes starts to skid. How should you steer?
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Answer: In the direction the rear of the car is sliding
Ease off the gas and steer, in a controlled way, where the rear is sliding.
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Question 12 of 20
Another vehicle is passing you on the left. What should you do?
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Answer: Let it pass and do not speed up
Allow it to pass safely and do not increase your speed.
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Question 13 of 20
What are common hours for school zone speed limits in Indiana?
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Answer: 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
Common hours are 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays, or when beacons flash.
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Question 14 of 20
Passing is illegal within how many feet of an intersection, railroad crossing or bridge?
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Answer: 100 feet
Do not pass within 100 feet of an intersection, railroad crossing, bridge, viaduct or tunnel.
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Question 15 of 20
A funeral procession reaches an intersection where your light is green. Who has the right of way?
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Answer: The funeral procession
Official processions have the right of way regardless of the signal.
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Question 16 of 20
Off interstates and state highways, what is the maximum speed for a school bus?
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Answer: 40 mph
School buses: 40 mph off interstates and state highways, unless posted lower.
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Question 17 of 20
A person with a white cane is crossing the street. What must you do?
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Answer: Always yield the right of way
Drivers must always yield to visually impaired pedestrians.
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Question 18 of 20
On the highway, which lane should slower vehicles use?
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Answer: The right lane
Slower vehicles use the right lane; leave the left lane for faster traffic and passing.
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Question 19 of 20
You miss your exit on the interstate. What should you do?
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Answer: Drive to the next exit
It is unsafe to back up; continue to the next exit.
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Question 20 of 20
After becoming an Indiana resident, how long do you have to get an Indiana driver's license?
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