Indiana: Licensing basics — Part 6 Practice Test
Learner’s permits, the probationary license, the knowledge and driving skills exams, Real ID, documents, endorsements, renewals and amendments in Indiana. — Part 6
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Indiana Driver’s Manual" (July 2026), Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
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Which MDC operators must wear protective glasses, goggles, or a transparent face shield?
- Those under 16 years of age
- Those under 18 years of age
- Those under 21 years of age
- All operators of every age
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Correct answer: Those under 18 years of age
MDC operators under 18 years of age must wear protective glasses, goggles, or transparent face shields.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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How must an MDC operator be positioned on the vehicle?
- Seated sideways with both legs on one side
- Standing on the foot rests while holding on
- Kneeling on the seat behind the handlebars
- Astride the seat, with legs on each side
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Correct answer: Astride the seat, with legs on each side
An MDC must be operated in a position astride (legs on each side of) the seat.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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What must be illuminated while operating an MDC?
- The headlamps
- The brake lamps only
- The interior dome light
- The license plate lamp only
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Correct answer: The headlamps
An MDC must have its headlamps illuminated while operating.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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What may an MDC operator not do with a package?
- Strap it to the rear
- Place it in a rear compartment
- Carry it in hand
- Carry it at all in the daytime
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Correct answer: Carry it in hand
MDC operators cannot carry a package in hand.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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Where on the roadway must an MDC operate, unless passing another vehicle or preparing for a left turn?
- In the center of the lane
- Near the right-hand edge
- Near the left-hand edge
- On the shoulder only
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Correct answer: Near the right-hand edge
An MDC must operate near the right-hand edge of the roadway unless passing or preparing for a left turn.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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How many passengers may an MDC carry?
- None
- One
- Two
- One, if the passenger wears a helmet
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Correct answer: None
An MDC must not carry passengers.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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Where is an MDC not allowed to be operated?
- On any road with a posted speed limit
- On a road with a center line
- On an interstate highway or a sidewalk
- On residential streets
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Correct answer: On an interstate highway or a sidewalk
An MDC must not operate on an interstate highway or sidewalk.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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How is an autocycle designed to be controlled?
- With handlebars and hand levers
- With a steering wheel and pedals
- With a tiller and a throttle only
- With a joystick
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Correct answer: With a steering wheel and pedals
An autocycle is designed to be controlled with a steering wheel and pedals.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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Under Indiana law, an autocycle’s enclosed seating area must be equipped with what?
- A removable soft top over the seats
- A sidecar for a second rider
- A rear passenger platform bar
- A roll cage or roll hoops
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Correct answer: A roll cage or roll hoops
An autocycle must have a roll cage or roll hoops, safety belts, and anti-lock brakes.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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Which type of brakes must an autocycle be equipped with under Indiana law?
- Anti-lock brakes
- Drum brakes only
- Hand-operated parking brakes only
- Brakes with a separate trailer controller
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Correct answer: Anti-lock brakes
The definition of an autocycle includes anti-lock brakes.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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Do you need a motorcycle learner’s permit or motorcycle endorsement to operate an autocycle on Indiana roadways?
- Yes, a motorcycle endorsement is required
- Yes, but only a learner’s permit is needed
- No, a valid Indiana driver’s license is enough
- Yes, a for-hire endorsement is required
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Correct answer: No, a valid Indiana driver’s license is enough
A motorcycle learner’s permit or motorcycle endorsement is not required to operate an autocycle.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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How must an autocycle be operated with respect to the operator’s position?
- Standing on the foot rests
- In a position on a seat
- Leaning forward over a tank
- Reclined on a sidecar bench
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Correct answer: In a position on a seat
An autocycle must be operated in a position on a seat.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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How many autocycles may one person operate in a single traffic lane?
- Up to two
- Up to three
- Any number if they are linked
- No more than one
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Correct answer: No more than one
A person may not operate more than one autocycle in a single traffic lane.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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For which purpose may an autocycle not be used?
- Driving on a state highway with a valid license
- Carrying one passenger who wears a seat belt
- A driving skills exam for a driver’s license
- Operating in a completely enclosed seating area
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Correct answer: A driving skills exam for a driver’s license
An autocycle may not be used for the purpose of a driving skills exam for a driver’s license.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 15 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 15)
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A for-hire endorsement allows operating a vehicle transporting property for hire if the vehicle is registered at what weight?
- Less than 16,000 pounds and more than 10,000 pounds
- At least 16,000 pounds but not more than 26,000 pounds
- More than 26,000 pounds but not more than 36,000 pounds
- At least 10,000 pounds but not more than 16,000 pounds
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Correct answer: At least 16,000 pounds but not more than 26,000 pounds
The endorsement covers vehicles registered at a gross weight of at least 16,000 pounds but not more than 26,000 pounds that transport property for hire.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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A for-hire endorsement covers a vehicle designed to transport fewer than how many passengers, including the driver, for hire?
- 9 passengers
- 12 passengers
- 26 passengers
- 16 passengers
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Correct answer: 16 passengers
The endorsement covers vehicles designed to transport fewer than 16 passengers, including the driver, for hire.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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Does a for-hire endorsement allow the holder to operate a commercial motor vehicle?
- No
- Yes, any commercial motor vehicle
- Yes, but only in daylight
- Yes, but only with a CDL medical card
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Correct answer: No
A for-hire endorsement does not allow the credential holder to operate a commercial motor vehicle.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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What must an Indiana CDL holder who wants to operate in a for-hire capacity, such as a limo, cab, or ride share, do?
- Nothing more, because a CDL already covers for-hire driving
- Complete a motorcycle safety course with an approved provider
- Pass a for-hire knowledge exam and apply for the endorsement
- Apply for a commercial learner’s permit at a BMV branch
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Correct answer: Pass a for-hire knowledge exam and apply for the endorsement
CDL holders must pass a for-hire knowledge exam and apply for the for-hire endorsement.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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What is the minimum age to be issued a for-hire endorsement?
- 16 years
- 18 years
- 21 years
- 25 years
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Correct answer: 18 years
A for-hire endorsement may be issued to Indiana residents who are at least 18 years of age.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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How long must you have held a valid Indiana driver’s license to be issued a for-hire endorsement?
- At least six months
- At least two years
- At least five years
- At least one year
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Correct answer: At least one year
The applicant must have held a valid Indiana driver’s license for at least one year.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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Which exams must you pass to obtain a driver's license with a for-hire endorsement if you do not currently hold an unexpired driver's license?
- The driver knowledge exam and the for-hire knowledge exam
- The for-hire knowledge exam only, without the driver exam
- The motorcycle knowledge exam and the for-hire knowledge exam
- The driver knowledge exam and a commercial skills exam
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Correct answer: The driver knowledge exam and the for-hire knowledge exam
You must pass both the driver knowledge exam and the for-hire knowledge exam.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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If you hold an unexpired driver’s license, what do you need to pass to add a for-hire endorsement?
- Both the driver knowledge exam and the for-hire exam
- The for-hire exam and a road test
- Only the for-hire exam
- No exam at all
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Correct answer: Only the for-hire exam
Holders of an unexpired driver’s license only need to pass the for-hire exam.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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What must a new Indiana resident who is at least 18 and holds a valid out-of-state license with a for-hire endorsement pass to add the endorsement to an Indiana license?
- The motorcycle knowledge exam
- The for-hire knowledge exam
- The for-hire riding skills exam
- A CDL skills exam
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Correct answer: The for-hire knowledge exam
New residents may add the endorsement after passing the for-hire knowledge exam.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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How long is an Indiana for-hire endorsement valid?
- For one year only, after which it must be renewed again
- For two years from the date it is issued by the BMV
- For three years from the date of issuance to the holder
- For the same period as the driver’s license
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Correct answer: For the same period as the driver’s license
The for-hire endorsement is valid for the same period of time as the driver’s license.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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Does the BMV require a medical examination report to issue a driver’s license with a for-hire endorsement?
- Yes, from a licensed physician every year
- Yes, but only for passenger vehicles
- No
- Yes, but only after age 65
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Correct answer: No
The BMV does not require a medical examination report to issue a license with the for-hire endorsement.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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How does the manual define a for-hire bus?
- A bus owned and operated by a school corporation only
- A bus used to carry passengers for hire or operated for compensation
- A bus designed to carry more than 26 passengers at a time
- A bus registered as having a gross weight under 16,000 pounds
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Correct answer: A bus used to carry passengers for hire or operated for compensation
A for-hire bus is a bus used to carry passengers for hire or operated for compensation.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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Which of these is not considered transporting for hire?
- Driving a limousine to carry passengers for pay
- Driving a cab to carry passengers for a fare
- Driving a ride share vehicle to carry paying riders
- Operating a medical services vehicle
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Correct answer: Operating a medical services vehicle
The manual lists operating a medical services vehicle as not transporting for hire.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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Transporting a recreational vehicle before its first retail sale is not transporting for hire if the RV’s gross weight is not greater than what?
- 26,000 pounds
- 20,000 pounds
- 16,000 pounds
- 36,000 pounds
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Correct answer: 26,000 pounds
The manual says the recreational vehicle’s gross weight must not be greater than 26,000 pounds (or the combination weight condition applies).
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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When a recreational vehicle is towed before its first retail sale under the combination weight exception, the towed RV’s weight must not be greater than what?
- 6,000 pounds
- 16,000 pounds
- 10,000 pounds
- 26,000 pounds
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Correct answer: 10,000 pounds
The weight of the towed recreational vehicle must not be greater than 10,000 pounds.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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Transporting property for hire in a vehicle registered at what gross weight is not considered transporting for hire?
- More than 26,000 pounds
- Less than 16,000 pounds
- Exactly 26,000 pounds
- Between 16,000 and 26,000 pounds
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Correct answer: Less than 16,000 pounds
Operating a vehicle registered at less than 16,000 pounds to transport property for hire is not considered transporting for hire.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 16 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 16)
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If you choose to be an organ donor, what is printed on the front of your credential?
- A small star
- A small red ribbon
- A small blue cross
- A small heart
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Correct answer: A small heart
A small heart is printed on the front of the credential of an organ donor.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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Under Indiana’s Donor Choice Law, what happens to the organ donor intention declared by someone 18 or older at the time of death?
- Family members cannot override it
- Family members must approve it
- A court must confirm it
- It expires after five years
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Correct answer: Family members cannot override it
Individuals 18 and older may declare their intention and family members cannot override it at the time of death.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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How may a person younger than 18 declare the intention to be an organ donor?
- By signing the form alone at any BMV branch
- By getting a letter from a health care provider
- With the permission of a parent or legal guardian
- Only after completing a driver education course
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Correct answer: With the permission of a parent or legal guardian
A minor may declare intention with parent or guardian permission, and that person provides consent at the time of the minor’s death.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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What must you provide at a BMV branch to get an active-duty military indicator on your credential?
- A letter from your commanding officer
- Your current Common Access Card (CAC)
- A copy of your enlistment contract
- A recent military pay statement
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Correct answer: Your current Common Access Card (CAC)
To obtain the indicator you must visit a BMV branch to provide your current Common Access Card during your new issuance or renewal application.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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Which document must a veteran provide to get a veteran indicator on a credential?
- A letter from the Indiana Department of Veteran Affairs
- A state-issued veterans’ benefits card
- A current military identification card
- A DD 214 issued by the United States Department of Defense
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Correct answer: A DD 214 issued by the United States Department of Defense
The veteran must provide a DD 214 issued by the Department of Defense verifying the discharge.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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A veteran may choose to have a veteran indicator placed on a credential provided what is true?
- The veteran was not dishonorably discharged
- The veteran served at least ten years
- The veteran is over 65 years of age
- The veteran served overseas
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Correct answer: The veteran was not dishonorably discharged
The manual says a veteran may have the indicator provided they were not dishonorably discharged.
Source: Indiana Driver’s Manual (July 2026), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)