Indiana Permit Practice Test: Speed Limits and Other Laws (2026)
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From the official handbook, Published July 2026, Section 7 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the BMV. Indiana Driver's Manual
Question 1 of 14
What is the maximum speed for passenger vehicles on a rural Indiana interstate?
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Answer: 70 mph
Passenger vehicles may not exceed 70 mph or the posted limit.
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Question 2 of 14
What is the maximum speed on a rural interstate for trucks over 26,000 pounds?
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Question 3 of 14
What is the speed limit on a rural state divided highway, unless posted otherwise?
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Question 4 of 14
What is the speed limit on an urban interstate unless posted otherwise?
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Question 5 of 14
What is the speed limit in most urban residential areas unless posted?
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Question 6 of 14
What is the speed limit in an alley unless posted?
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Question 7 of 14
Work site speed limits are always at least how much below the normal maximum?
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Answer: 10 mph
Work zone limits are at least 10 mph below the area's maximum.
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Question 8 of 14
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 9 of 14
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 10 of 14
Who must wear a seat belt in Indiana?
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Answer: The driver and all passengers
Indiana law requires everyone in the vehicle to buckle up at all times.
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Question 11 of 14
Children younger than what age must ride in a child restraint system such as a car seat or booster?
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Question 12 of 14
If your car has a passenger air bag, where does the National Safety Council recommend children under 12 ride?
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Answer: In the back seat
Air bags can kill small children; put children under 12 in the back.
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Question 13 of 14
Under Indiana law, using a cell phone while driving is legal only when?
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Answer: It is hands-free
It is illegal to text, call or use a phone while driving unless it is hands-free (911 emergencies are also allowed).
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Question 14 of 14
Under Indiana law, how many listed actions in one episode of driving make it aggressive driving?
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Answer: At least three
Three or more, such as tailgating, unnecessary honking and repeatedly flashing headlights.
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