Indiana Getting a Permit or License Practice Test

20 practice questions

1. 1. Which combination is required for a learner's permit applicant age 16 or older?

   1. Only proof of vehicle ownership
   2. Only a road skills test
   3. Required identity and residency documents, a vision screening and a knowledge exam
   4. A driver education certificate only
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   Correct answer: C. Required identity and residency documents, a vision screening and a knowledge exam

   Applicants age 16 or older must present the required identity and residency documents and pass both a standard vision screening and a knowledge exam.

   Manual p. 3

2. 2. A permit holder under 16 who is enrolled in driver education may practice with:

   1. A licensed training instructor, or a qualifying licensed relative or spouse
   2. Any friend age 18 or older
   3. Any unlicensed adult
   4. No one until age 16
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   Correct answer: A. A licensed training instructor, or a qualifying licensed relative or spouse

   The learner may drive with a licensed training instructor or certified rehabilitation specialist, a licensed relative age 25 or older, or a licensed spouse age 21 or older.

   Manual p. 4

3. 3. For how long is a standard learner's permit valid from its issue date?

   1. Two years
   2. Six months
   3. One year
   4. Four years
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   Correct answer: A. Two years

   A learner's permit is normally valid for two years from issuance.

   Manual p. 4

4. 4. As a general rule, except for the DCS-care exemption, who must have an adult sign a statement of financial liability?

   1. Every identification-card applicant
   2. Only drivers age 21 or older
   3. A learner's-permit or probationary-license applicant under 18
   4. Only commercial-license applicants
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   Correct answer: C. A learner's-permit or probationary-license applicant under 18

   A learner's-permit or probationary-license applicant younger than 18 generally needs a qualifying adult to sign; the manual exempts eligible applicants under DCS care.

   Manual p. 7

5. 5. What is the minimum license-application age after completing a BMV-licensed driver education program?

   1. 15
   2. 16 years and 270 days
   3. 18
   4. 16
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   Correct answer: D. 16

   With completion of a BMV-licensed driver education program, the minimum age is 16.

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6. 6. For an applicant under 18 completing the 50 practice hours, which relative may supervise?

   1. Any unlicensed relative
   2. Any licensed relative age 18
   3. A licensed relative with valid privileges who is at least 25
   4. Only a classmate
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   Correct answer: C. A licensed relative with valid privileges who is at least 25

   A qualifying relative must be licensed, have valid driving privileges and be at least 25.

   Manual p. 10

7. 7. Until what age is a probationary driver's license valid?

   1. 21 years and 30 days
   2. Exactly age 18
   3. Exactly age 21
   4. Age 25
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   Correct answer: A. 21 years and 30 days

   The probationary license is valid until age 21 years and 30 days.

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8. 8. During the first 180 days of a probationary license, what hours are normally off-limits for driving?

   1. Noon to 2 p.m.
   2. 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
   3. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
   4. Only 1 a.m. to 2 a.m.
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   Correct answer: B. 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

   The first-180-day restriction runs from 10 p.m. through 5 a.m.

   Manual p. 10

9. 9. May a probationary driver under 21 use a telecommunications device while driving if it is hands-free?

   1. Yes, for every call
   2. Yes, for social messages
   3. Yes, whenever traffic is light
   4. No, except to make a 911 emergency call
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   Correct answer: D. No, except to make a 911 emergency call

   A probationary driver under 21 may not use any telecommunications device while driving, including hands-free use, except for a 911 emergency call.

   Manual p. 10

10. 10. Who notifies the BMV of the listed school-related reasons for suspending a juvenile's driving privileges?

    1. A vehicle dealer
    2. The juvenile's school administrator or principal
    3. Any passenger
    4. A repair shop
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    Correct answer: B. The juvenile's school administrator or principal

    The BMV suspension follows notification from the juvenile's school administrator or principal.

    Manual p. 10

11. 11. What device activity is prohibited while operating a moving motor vehicle?

    1. Using a hands-free navigation prompt
    2. Making a 911 emergency call
    3. Typing, transmitting or reading a text or email without an allowed exception
    4. Listening to a passenger
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    Correct answer: C. Typing, transmitting or reading a text or email without an allowed exception

    All drivers are prohibited from typing, transmitting or reading texts or emails while operating a moving vehicle unless an exception applies.

    Manual p. 11

12. 12. How many types of credentials does the Indiana BMV issue?

    1. Three: identification cards, learner's permits, and driver's licenses
    2. Two: driver's licenses and identification cards only
    3. Four, including a separate motorcycle license
    4. Five, one for each vehicle class
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    Correct answer: A. Three: identification cards, learner's permits, and driver's licenses

    The BMV issues three credential categories: identification cards, learner's permits (driver, motorcycle, and commercial), and driver's licenses (including CDL).

    Manual p. 1

13. 13. Since what year has Indiana issued credentials with a new look and added security features?

    1. 2015
    2. 2019
    3. 2021
    4. 2010
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    Correct answer: B. 2019

    In 2019, Indiana began issuing credentials with a new look and added security features.

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14. 14. What did the Real ID Act of 2005 establish?

    1. Minimum standards for state-issued credentials used for federal identification purposes
    2. A national driver's license replacing state licenses
    3. A federal fee schedule for all state DMVs
    4. New wait times for all license branches
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    Correct answer: A. Minimum standards for state-issued credentials used for federal identification purposes

    The Real ID Act of 2005 established minimum standards for state-issued credentials.

    Manual p. 1

15. 15. Who is eligible for an Indiana identification card?

    1. Any Indiana resident of any age who does not have a driver's license
    2. Only Indiana residents 18 and older
    3. Only residents who already hold a driver's license
    4. Only residents applying for their first credential
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    Correct answer: A. Any Indiana resident of any age who does not have a driver's license

    Identification cards may be issued to an Indiana resident of any age who does not have a driver's license.

    Manual p. 3

16. 16. Who is required to pass a vision screening when applying for a learner's permit or driver's license?

    1. All applicants, including most renewals
    2. Only first-time applicants
    3. Only applicants over age 60
    4. Only CDL applicants
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    Correct answer: A. All applicants, including most renewals

    All Indiana learner's permit or driver's license applicants are required to pass a vision screening, even if renewing, unless eligible for online renewal.

    Manual p. 4

17. 17. Besides the standard driver's knowledge exam, what other knowledge exams does the Indiana BMV offer?

    1. Exams for CDL operational-specific endorsements, and for motorcycle, MDC, and for-hire applicants
    2. Only a separate exam for senior drivers
    3. Only an exam for out-of-state transfers
    4. No other knowledge exams are offered
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    Correct answer: A. Exams for CDL operational-specific endorsements, and for motorcycle, MDC, and for-hire applicants

    The Indiana BMV also offers knowledge exams for CDL operational-specific endorsements, and for applicants who wish to operate motorcycles, MDC vehicles, and in a for-hire capacity.

    Manual p. 5

18. 18. For which reasons can a photo-exempt identification card be issued?

    1. Religious reasons only
    2. Medical or religious reasons
    3. Any reason the applicant states
    4. Financial hardship
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    Correct answer: A. Religious reasons only

    Photo-exempt identification cards are available for religious reasons only.

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19. 19. Within how many calendar days after applying will a permanent Indiana credential be mailed?

    1. 14 calendar days
    2. 7 calendar days
    3. 30 calendar days
    4. Same-day, at the branch
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    Correct answer: A. 14 calendar days

    Your permanent credential will be mailed to you from a secure central location, within 14 calendar days, after you apply for a new, renewed, amended, or replacement credential.

    Manual p. 11

20. 20. Who must wear a seat belt in a motor vehicle equipped with one as standard manufacturer equipment?

    1. All occupants, any time the vehicle is in motion
    2. Only the driver
    3. Only front-seat occupants
    4. Only occupants under 18
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    Correct answer: A. All occupants, any time the vehicle is in motion

    Indiana law requires all occupants of a motor vehicle equipped with a standard-equipment seat belt to wear it any time the vehicle is in motion.

    Manual p. 11