Indiana Practice Permit Test 9

4.9 out of 5 (126 votes)
80% Passing score
20 Questions
4 Mistakes allowed
School bus questions deserve more attention than most new drivers give them, so this Indiana permit practice test stays focused on that exact area: when to stop for a school bus, what to do when children are boarding or getting off, and how Indiana expects drivers to handle those moments without guessing, hesitating, or doing the “I think this lane is different” routine. The test includes 20 questions built around Indiana school bus stopping rules and the safety decisions that come with them. Aim for at least 16 correct answers. That 80% mark is not random; Indiana’s official learner’s permit knowledge exam also requires a score of 80% or higher on each scored part. The real BMV exam is based on the Indiana Driver’s Manual and covers traffic laws, safe driving practices, traffic maneuvers, and road signs. In the commonly reported 50-question setup, drivers should be ready for 34 traffic-law questions and 16 sign questions, with about 28 correct law answers and 13 correct sign answers needed to stay on safe ground. This Indiana BMV practice test is narrower than the official exam, deliberately so. It lets you slow down and deal with one high-risk topic properly instead of skimming past it with a vague feeling that you probably know enough. After each question, you get immediate feedback with an explanation, which is where the actual learning tends to happen. Not the dramatic kind of learning. The useful kind. You see the mistake, you understand the rule, and the next version of the question feels less slippery. You can take this permit practice test on a phone, desktop, or app, which makes it easier to work into whatever time you actually have. It is also pressure-free, so missing a question does not trigger the official Indiana retake rule, where a failed knowledge exam means waiting until the next business day before trying again. And, because the permit process is not only about answering questions, keep the rest of the BMV checklist in mind. Indiana applicants need a vision screening, Real ID documents proving identity, lawful status, Social Security number, and Indiana residency, plus the learner’s permit fee. Applicants under 18 also need an adult to sign financial liability paperwork. Study the school bus rules, yes, but walk in knowing the process too. That saves time, and honestly, time at the BMV is worth protecting.
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Sample Indiana Permit Test Questions

Question 1

From which lane should you begin a left turn from a one-way street?

  1. A The far-left lane for your direction of travel
  2. B Any lane that appears open
  3. C The lane nearest the right curb
  4. D The center of two adjacent lanes

Correct answer: A – The far-left lane for your direction of travel

Prepare for a left turn by moving into the far-left lane for your direction of travel. Starting from the correct lane avoids crossing unnecessarily through another lane during the turn. Signal before turning and yield to approaching vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians whose paths would conflict with yours.

Source: IC 9-21-8-21 – Intersections; Right and Left Turns, Indiana Driver’s Manual — Ch. 7, “Rules for Safe and Legal Turning”

Question 2

Which check is essential before moving into an adjacent traffic lane?

Before changing lanes in traffic, you need to:
  1. A Looking only in the inside rearview mirror
  2. B Using a hand signal without checking traffic
  3. C Turning your head briefly to check the lane and blind spot
  4. D Signaling and assuming other drivers will yield

Correct answer: C – Turning your head briefly to check the lane and blind spot

Before changing lanes, check the roadway ahead and use your mirrors to locate nearby traffic. Briefly turn your head toward the intended lane to check the blind spot and confirm there is sufficient room. A signal communicates your intention, but the driver changing lanes remains responsible for verifying that the movement can be made safely.

Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Ch. 7, “Changing Lanes and Passing Other Vehicles”

Question 3

An Indiana driver under age 21 receives a nonemergency call while driving. What should the driver do?

If you are a minor and your cell phone rings while you are driving, you should:
  1. A Answer using hands-free technology
  2. B Let the call go to voicemail
  3. C Answer if the caller is a parent
  4. D Send a quick text explaining the delay

Correct answer: B – Let the call go to voicemail

A driver under 21 may not operate a motor vehicle while using a telecommunications device. Unlike the general hands-free rule for older drivers, this restriction provides an exception only for making a 911 emergency call. A nonemergency call should be left unanswered until the driver is no longer operating the vehicle.

Source: IC 9-24-11-3.7 – Operation of Motor Vehicle by Individual Less Than 21 Years of Age While Using a Telecommunications Device Prohibited

Question 4

Which action avoids a visual distraction when passing a crash scene?

  1. A Turning your head to examine the damaged vehicles
  2. B Keeping your attention on the roadway and surrounding traffic
  3. C Using a phone to record the scene
  4. D Reading messages about the crash while moving

Correct answer: B – Keeping your attention on the roadway and surrounding traffic

Distracted driving includes any activity that takes your eyes off the road, your hands off the wheel, or your mind away from driving. Staring at a crash scene instead of monitoring the roadway is a visual distraction. Keep your attention on traffic and follow any directions given by police officers or traffic-control devices.

Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Ch. 7, “Distracted Driving”, Indiana Driver’s Manual — Ch. 7, “Traffic Control Officers and Official Processions”

Question 5

What does a steady yellow arrow for your left-turn lane indicate?

  1. A Accelerate to enter the intersection before other traffic
  2. B A left turn is permanently prohibited
  3. C Your right-of-way is ending, and you should prepare to stop safely
  4. D You have an unrestricted right-of-way through the intersection

Correct answer: C – Your right-of-way is ending, and you should prepare to stop safely

A steady yellow arrow warns that the right-of-way for the indicated turn is ending. Stop if you can do so safely before entering the intersection. If you are already too close to stop safely, complete the movement cautiously while watching for vehicles and pedestrians.

Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Ch. 6, “Turning Through an Intersection”, Indiana Driver’s Manual — Ch. 6, “Driving Through an Intersection”

Question 6

Even with a green signal, when should you wait before entering an intersection?

  1. A When traffic ahead leaves no clear space for your vehicle through the intersection
  2. B Whenever the lane beside you is occupied
  3. C Every time the signal has recently changed from red
  4. D Only when a flashing yellow signal is also present

Correct answer: A – When traffic ahead leaves no clear space for your vehicle through the intersection

A green light permits movement only while the intersection is clear of vehicles and pedestrians. If traffic ahead prevents you from clearing the intersection, wait before entering. This avoids stopping within the intersection and obstructing traffic that may receive the next signal.

Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual — Ch. 6, “Driving Through an Intersection”

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