Indiana DMV Practice Test - Free 20 Questions

Question 1

How is drinking alcohol and driving classified?

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A serious traffic safety problem

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A minor traffic safety problem

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Safe if you have only had a few drinks

Question 2

When turning left you must yield the right-of-way to:

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Oncoming traffic and pedestrians

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Other drivers already in the intersection

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Pedestrians only if they are in a crosswalk

Question 3

The space you need to cross traffic safely depends on:

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Road conditions, weather, and oncoming traffic

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Whether there is a stop sign present

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Whether you used your turn signal

Question 4

Which factors affect your vehicle's braking distance?

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Vehicle speed, condition of brakes and tires, and pavement condition.

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Only the age of the vehicle.

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Only the number of passengers.

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Only the color of the vehicle.

Question 5

If you hit an unattended parked car and can't find the owner, what must you do?

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Leave a written note with your name, address, and accident details

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Stay until the police arrive

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Assume you have done enough and leave

Question 6

Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are separated by which color lines?

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White lines.

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Yellow lines.

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Red lines.

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Green lines.

Question 7

When stopped for a traffic violation or equipment check, what must the driver produce?

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Their driver license, proof of registration, and proof of insurance.

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Only proof of insurance.

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Only proof of registration.

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Only their license.

Question 8

When may you cross a dashed white line?

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When it is safe to change lanes

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Only during daylight hours

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At any time regardless of conditions

Question 9

When you reach an intersection with a flashing red light, what must you do?

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Come to a full stop, yield the right-of-way, and go when it is safe.

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Stop only if other cars are approaching.

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Slow down and proceed without stopping.

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Drive through if the intersection seems clear.

Question 10

When driving through an area where children are playing, you should expect them to:

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Possibly run into the street without looking

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Know when it is safe to cross

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Always stop at the curb before crossing

Question 11

Two solid white lines painted across a traffic lane indicate the boundaries of:

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A pedestrian crosswalk

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A bicycle lane

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A no-passing zone for vehicles only

Question 12

Taking drugs along with alcohol generally:

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Increases the risk of causing a crash

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Is no more dangerous than alcohol alone

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Lessens the effect of alcohol on driving ability

Question 13

If you miss your exit on an interstate, what is the correct action?

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Continue to the next exit and safely return to your destination.

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Stop and make a U-turn on the shoulder.

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Back up on the exit ramp.

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Signal and cross multiple lanes at once to get back.

Question 14

What lane entitlement do motorcycles have?

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The same full lane width as other motor vehicles

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They must use the bicycle lane

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They are limited to half a lane

Question 15

If you experience a tire blowout while driving, you should:

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Do not immediately use your brakes; take your foot off the gas

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Immediately stomp on the brakes

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Keep accelerating to reach the shoulder quickly

Question 16

How can you avoid being in a truck or bus driver's blind spot?

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Avoid driving alongside them and avoid tailgating; do not remain beside them for extended periods.

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Always pass on the right, even in tight spaces.

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Flash your lights to get their attention.

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Drive directly behind them very close.

Question 17

When approaching a railroad crossing that has no active signals or gates, you should:

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Slow down and be prepared to stop if you see or hear a train

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Always come to a complete stop

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Assume all crossings have signals and proceed normally

Question 18

A double solid yellow centerline down a two-lane road means:

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Traffic moves in opposite directions and passing is prohibited

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Traffic moves in opposite directions and passing is allowed when safe

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Lanes move in the same direction and passing is prohibited

Question 19

How should you regard railroad crossings?

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Dangerous — always look and listen for trains.

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Safe to cross without looking.

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A place safe to park.

Question 20

What does an 'End school zone' sign indicate?

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The end of the reduced speed school zone.

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The beginning of a reduced speed zone.

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The area with more children present.

Question 1 of 20

How is drinking alcohol and driving classified?