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

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  1. Question 1 of 20

    What is the speed limit on an urban interstate unless posted otherwise?

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    Answer: 55 mph

    Urban interstates: 55 mph unless posted otherwise.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 41

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  2. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 39

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  3. 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.

    Handbook: Section 8, p. 59

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  4. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 37

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  5. 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.

    Handbook: Section 6, p. 35

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  6. Question 6 of 20

    What is the speed limit in most urban residential areas unless posted?

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    Answer: 30 mph

    Most urban residential areas: 30 mph.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 41

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  7. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 38

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  8. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 42

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  9. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 40

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  10. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 38

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  11. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 42

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  12. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 38

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  13. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 41

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  14. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 38

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  15. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 54

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  16. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 41

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  17. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 55

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  18. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 37

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  19. 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.

    Handbook: Section 7, p. 46

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  20. 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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    Answer: 60 days

    New residents have 60 days to obtain an Indiana license.

    Handbook: Section 1, p. 2

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