Indiana BMV Permit: Driving Maneuvers Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is do not increase your speed.

If another vehicle is passing you on the left, allow the other vehicle to pass safely, and do not increase your speed.

Not quite. The answer is in the center

It is safest to drive in the center of your lane. Leave as much space as you can between your vehicle and oncoming vehicles.

Not quite. The answer is The vehicle traveling uphill

When two vehicles meet on a steep mountain road where neither can pass, the vehicle traveling downhill must yield the right-of-way by backing up until the vehicle going uphill can pass. The vehicle facing downhill has more control when backing up.

Not quite. The answer is signal a left turn and look over your left shoulder.

Before pulling out from a parallel parking space on the right side of the street, signal a left turn and check for approaching traffic by looking over your left shoulder. Before pulling out from a parallel parking space on the left side of a one-way street, signal a right turn and check for approaching traffic by looking over your right shoulder.

Not quite. The answer is move into the right lane and reduce your speed.

If the vehicle behind you is tailgating you (following you too closely), move into the right lane and slow down. Encourage the tailgater to pass your vehicle.

Not quite. The answer is Away from the road

When you park uphill without a curb, you should steer away from the road. That way, if your car starts to roll, it will roll off the road, away from traffic.

Source: Parking and Reversing, Chapter 5: Safe Vehicle Operation, Indiana Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is stay in your lane and not increase your speed.

If you are being passed by another vehicle, stay in your lane and do not increase your speed. Let the other vehicle pass you safely.

Not quite. The answer is exercise their eyes

Highway hypnosis or dizziness when driving is caused by the monotony of road and traffic, the hum of wind, tires, and the sound of engine. Drivers can avoid highway hypnosis by constantly moving their eyes and watching the traffic and highway signs around them.

Not quite. The answer is one block ahead.

When you drive in city traffic, you should try to look at least one block ahead. In city traffic, 10 seconds is about one block.

Not quite. The answer is the left lane.

On a highway with three or more lanes going in each direction, the middle lanes usually have the smoothest flow of traffic. The left lane is for drivers who want to go faster, pass, or turn left. Slower vehicles and those turning right should use the right lane.

Not quite. The answer is blind spots

When changing lanes, look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move to make sure there are no other vehicles in your blind spots. You cannot see these areas in your mirrors.

Not quite. The answer is 130 to 140 feet

According to the Indiana Driver’s Manual, a passenger car traveling at 55 mph will take approximately 130 to 140 feet to brake to a complete stop. This does not include the distance the vehicle will travel before the driver even recognizes the need to brake.

Not quite. The answer is Exit ramps

Exit ramps allow you to slow down and leave the expressway. There is often a lower speed posted for the ramp.

Not quite. The answer is Car A must yield because it is turning left.

When two cars arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, the car turning left must yield to any oncoming traffic. Therefore, Car A must yield here.

Source: IC 9-21-8-30, Indiana Code

Not quite. The answer is Continue on to the next exit.

If you miss your exit on an expressway, do not stop, back up, or try to turn around. Doing so will greatly increase the likelihood of a collision. Instead, continue to the next exit.

Not quite. The answer is turn right.

The driver intends to turn right.

Source: Signaling Your Intention to Turn, Rules for Safe and Legal Turning, Chapter 5: Safe Vehicle Operation, Indiana Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is both behind and to the side of your vehicle.

When you want to change lanes, you must check for traffic behind and to the side of your vehicle. Make sure that no other vehicles are in or trying to enter the part of the lane you want to enter.

Not quite. The answer is a tight turn into the right lane of the cross street.

To turn right from a four-lane highway, enter the right lane well in advance and make a tight turn into the right lane of the cross street.

Not quite. The answer is You may either turn left or go straight.

This is a regulatory sign. You may either go straight or make a left turn.

Not quite. The answer is Yes, you must signal for at least 200 feet under 50 mph or at least 300 feet at 50 mph or higher.

In Indiana, you must signal for at least 200 feet if you are traveling below 50 mph, and at least 300 feet if you are traveling at 50 mph or higher. (Note that at 50 mph, your vehicle will travel 300 feet in just 4.1 seconds. Note also that the laws on this are different in some other states. When traveling out of state, always check the local traffic laws.) You must signal even if you cannot see pedestrians or other vehicles. The most dangerous vehicle on the road may be the one you don't see.

Source: Signaling Your Intention to Turn, Rules for Safe and Legal Turning, Chapter 5: Safe Vehicle Operation, Indiana Driver's Manual