Indiana Permit Practice Test 5 (2026)
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From the official handbook, Published July 2026, Sections 1, 6 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the BMV. Indiana Driver's Manual
Question 1 of 20
White signs with black letters usually show what?
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Answer: Regulations you must obey, such as speed limits
White signs display traffic regulations such as speed limits.
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Question 2 of 20
When do rectangular rapid flashing beacons at a crosswalk flash?
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Answer: Only when a pedestrian activates them
They are used at crosswalks and flash only when a pedestrian activates them.
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Question 3 of 20
If you fail the knowledge exam, when can you retake it?
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Question 4 of 20
How many hours of supervised driving practice must an applicant under 18 complete for a probationary license?
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Answer: 50
Applicants under 18 need at least 50 hours of supervised practice.
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Question 5 of 20
Until when is a probationary driver's license valid?
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Answer: Until you are 21 years and 30 days old
It is valid until age 21 years and 30 days.
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Question 6 of 20
What kind of information do green signs give?
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Answer: Directions, exits and distances
Green signs show permitted movements and guidance, such as exits and distances.
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Question 7 of 20
Approaching a red light, where must you stop if there is a solid white stop line?
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Answer: At the stop line
Stop at the solid white stop line; if none, before the crosswalk; if no crosswalk, before the intersection.
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Question 8 of 20
What does this round sign warn of?
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Answer: A railroad crossing ahead
Circular signs alert drivers to upcoming railroad crossings.
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Question 9 of 20
To take the computer-based knowledge exam the same day, when must you arrive at the branch?
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Answer: At least 30 minutes before it closes
Arrive at least 30 minutes before closing time.
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Question 10 of 20
Without completing driver education, how old must you be to apply for a driver's license?
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Answer: 16 years and 270 days
Without a BMV-licensed driver education program, the minimum is 16 years and 270 days.
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Question 11 of 20
How long is a regular Indiana driver's license valid if you are younger than 75?
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Question 12 of 20
A blue sign along the highway shows what?
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Answer: Road services, such as food or lodging at the next exit
Blue signs display road services and information.
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Question 13 of 20
A flashing red light at an intersection means the same as what?
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Question 14 of 20
This diamond-shaped sign is an example of which type of sign?
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Answer: A warning sign: slippery when wet
Diamond-shaped signs warn of road conditions and hazards ahead.
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Question 15 of 20
How long must you hold a valid Indiana learner's permit before getting a driver's license?
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Question 16 of 20
After 180 days, when may a probationary driver under 18 not drive on Saturday and Sunday?
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Question 17 of 20
What does a flashing yellow arrow for a turn mean?
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Answer: Turn only after yielding to pedestrians and oncoming traffic
You may turn, but only after yielding.
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Question 18 of 20
When may a probationary driver use a cell phone while driving in Indiana?
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Answer: Only to make a 911 emergency call
Probationary drivers may not use any telecommunications device except to call 911.
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Question 19 of 20
Before turning right on a red light (where allowed), what must you do first?
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Answer: Come to a full stop
Stop fully, check for vehicles and pedestrians, look for a No Turn on Red sign and use the correct lane.
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Question 20 of 20
In the first 180 days with a probationary license, which passenger may ride with you without another adult in the front seat?
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Answer: Your brother or sister
Your child, stepchild, sibling, step or half-sibling or spouse are allowed.
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