Indiana: Pedestrians, Bicyclists & Children Questions
4 real, verified Indiana driving-test questions on pedestrians, bicyclists & children, each with the correct answer and a full explanation below. Want to practice these interactively instead? Start a Pedestrians, Bicyclists & Children practice round.
1. How much clearance does Indiana law require when passing a bicyclist?
Why: Indiana requires drivers to leave at least three feet of space when passing a bicyclist, and only when it's safe to do so with no danger from oncoming traffic.
2. How many bicyclists may ride abreast on a normal Indiana roadway lane?
Why: Indiana bicyclists may ride no more than two abreast, except on a path or roadway lane set aside exclusively for bicycle use.
3. Up to what age does Indiana law require a passenger to be secured in a child restraint system such as a car seat or booster?
Why: Indiana requires any passenger younger than 8 years old to be properly secured in a child restraint system, such as a car seat or booster seat.
4. What helmet rule applies to an Indiana rider under 18 operating an off-road vehicle (ORV)?
Why: Any Indiana rider under 18 operating or riding an ORV must wear a DOT-compliant helmet under 49 CFR 571.218, and the vehicle's owner or possessor may not knowingly let an under-18 rider go without one.
More Indiana Topics
- DUI Laws & Penalties (8)
- Emergency Vehicles, School Buses & Work Zones (6)
- Minor & Provisional Licensing (13)
- Speed, Right-of-Way & Legal Rules (4)
- Trucks, Motorcycles & Slow-Moving Vehicles (4)
- Other Topics (2)
Rules and requirements change — always confirm current details with Indiana BMVbefore your exam. Take the full Indiana practice test or check the Indiana cheat sheet.