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The tanker endorsement applies to drivers who wish to drive a tank in Class A, B, or C CDL. To add this endorsement to your CLP/CDL, you must pass a knowledge test on the problems posed by large volume liquid cargos. The Indiana CDL tank vehicles test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The IN tanker test covers the following sections of the Indiana CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Combination Vehicles, Tank Vehicles, Hazardous Materials. Take this IN tanker practice test now to prepare for the actual test!
1. While driving, you should keep the shipping papers:
in the sleeping compartment.
on the driver's seat.
under the seat.
within reach.
2. Texting while operating a commercial motor vehicle is:
only allowed at night.
illegal.
acceptable if you are contacting your dispacther.
acceptable if you are contacting your supervisor.
3. The heavier the vehicle:
the higher the center of gravity will be.
the more work the brakes must do to stop it.
the less work the brakes must do to stop it.
None of the above.
4. You should be extremely cautious when driving unbaffled liquid tankers, especially when:
going uphill.
starting or stopping.
they are empty.
None of the above.
5. If a trailer does not have spring brakes, to keep the trailer from moving you should:
use wheel chocks.
park on a slight decline.
use the service brakes.
close the brake valve.
6. You can determine if your vehicle is equipped with ABS (anti-lock braking system) by:
looking for wheel speed sensor wires coming from the rear of your brakes.
checking if your vehicle was manufactured after March 1, 1998.
checking for a yellow ABS malfunction lamp on the instrument panel.
All of the above.
7. The height of a vehicle's center of gravity is important for safe handling. Why?
A high center of gravity means you are less likely to tip over.
Trucks with a high center of gravity can roll over at the posted speed limit for a curve.
Trucks with a high center of gravity have better traction.
All of the above.
8. Your vehicle may take longer to stop:
if you are driving in hot weather.
if the tank is empty.
if the tank is full of dense liquid.
if the road is dry.
9. To avoid a crash:
stopping is always the safest thing to do.
swerving is always the worst thing to do.
stopping is not always the best thing to do.
None of the above.
10. To make the brakes work, air brakes use:
carbon monoxide.
hydraulic air.
nitrogen.
compressed air.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

For a learner’s permit, you can apply at the age of 15 if you are enrolled in an approved behind-the-wheel training course. Alternatively, if you don’t complete a driver's education course, you must be 16 years of age or older. At the age of 16 years and 90 days, you can obtain a probationary driver's license after you have completed an approved driver education program. For those who have not completed an approved driver education program, the minimum age to obtain a probationary driver's license is 16 years and 270 days. For a standard driver's license, you must be 21 years old.

Generally, you don't schedule an appointment for the BMV written test. Simply choose an Indiana BMV branch and make sure to arrive at least 30 minutes before closing time to complete the exam. However, if you require an interpreter for a language not provided by the BMV, you will need to schedule an appointment online.
Ensure you bring the following documents:

  • Proof of identity. Provide legal proof of the name change if your current name is different due to marriage, adoption, etc.
  • One lawful status document (such as a U.S. birth certificate or U.S. passport).
  • Proof of Social Security Number.
  • Two proofs of residency. If you cannot provide two residency documents, you have the option to submit an Indiana Residency Affidavit.
  • Certificate of driver education course (if applicable).
  • If you are a minor, an adult must sign the back of the application for the Agreement of Financial Liability.


The BMV written test in Indiana is available in various languages, including American Sign Language, French, Korean, Serbian, Arabic, German, Mandarin, Spanish, Burmese, Haitian Creole, Polish, Swahili, Chin, Hindi, Punjabi, Tagalog, Croatian, Japanese, Russian, and Vietnamese. If you speak a language not offered by the BMV, you should arrange for an interpreter yourself and make an appointment online for the exam.

You should read the Indiana Driver’s License Handbook to familiarize yourself with the most common road rules and safe driving practices. Evaluate your knowledge with our free practice tests, or sign up for DMV Premium to unlock exclusive PDF Cheat Sheets!

The Indiana BMV test comprises 50 questions divided into two parts. The first part covers 34 questions about traffic rules and laws, while the second part includes 16 questions about road signs. All questions are multiple-choice, so be sure to read them carefully before providing your answers.

To pass, you are allowed to miss up to 8 questions (6 general questions and 2 traffic sign questions). Stay focused during the exam and take the time to review your answers to minimize errors and pass the test on the first attempt.

Learner's permit restrictions:
  • The use of any telecommunications device is prohibited, unless for calling 911.
  • If you are under 16 years of age and enrolled in a driver education program, you are allowed to drive only under the supervision of a driving instructor seated next to you. Additionally, you may drive with a licensed driver aged 25 or older who is a member of your family or with your spouse who must be at least 21 years old.

Probationary driver's license restrictions:
  • The use of any telecommunications device is prohibited, unless for calling 911.
  • During the first 180 days after obtaining your probationary driver’s license, you are not allowed to drive with passengers unless accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 25 years old, your spouse who must be at least 21 years old, or a driver instructor.
  • During the first 180 days after obtaining your probationary driver’s license, driving is forbidden between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. After this period, further restrictions apply:
- from Sunday to Thursday after 11 p.m.
- from Monday to Friday before 5 a.m.
- during the weekend between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.

Exceptions to these restrictions include situations related to work, school, or religious events, or if you are accompanied by an adult with a valid driver's license aged 25, or your spouse who must be at least 21.


Learner’s permits are valid for two years. You can renew your permit starting 30 days before the expiration date. If you renew it after more than 180 days since your last knowledge test, you will need to retake the exam.
If you fail your BMV written test, you must wait until the next day to make another attempt. Before trying again, carefully study the rules of the road and memorize road signs.

IN CDL Tanker Test

Number of questions: 20
Correct answers to pass:16
Passing score:80%
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