Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. When you are towing a trailer: You must not drive faster than 45 mph. The trailer must not swerve from side to side at any speed. You must have special permission from the state to do so. All of the above.

2. You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle by: Driving as near to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping. Moving into the right lane and driving slowly until it has passed. Stopping immediately, even if you are in an intersection. Accelerate to get out of the way of the emergency vehicle.

3. When is it ok to drive faster than the posted speed limit? If you don't see any other traffic in your lane. As long as it takes to safely pass another vehicle. Never.

4. A flashing red light on a traffic signal means: The same thing as a stop sign. Driving conditions are dangerous. You do not have to come to a complete stop. The traffic signal is broken.

5. When you follow vehicles too closely and another driver suddenly cuts in front of you, what should you do? Swerve into the lane next to you. Slam on your brakes. Drive onto the shoulder of the road. Take your foot off the gas pedal.

6. You may not pass another car on either side of a ____ centerline. Combination solid and broken yellow. Single broken yellow. Double solid yellow. Single broken white.

7. What should you do to check what is behind you while backing? Honk your horn to warn others that you are backing. Turn your head to look directly out the back window. Use both your rear view and side view mirrors Use your side view mirrors only. Use your rear view mirror only.

8. You should increase your following distance At night or if it is raining. When the roads are slippery. All of the above.

9. To avoid panic stops: Accelerate heavily. Watch for things in the roadway well ahead of you. Drive with your window partly down

10. If your car becomes disabled on the highway, you should: Park with all 4 wheels off the traveled highway, if possible. Stop in the right lane. Stop where you are.

11. Which of the following is not acceptable proof of your social security number? A pay stub with your name and social security number on it. A social security account number card. All of the listed answers are acceptable proof of your social security number Any 1099 form. Any w-2 form.

12. You may avoid the risks of alcohol-related crashes by Doing any of the above. Deciding before you start drinking that you are not going to drive. Calling a taxi. Simply saying ' no thanks, i'm driving' if someone offers you a drink.

13. When passing a vehicle, you should return to your lane when: You are 50 feet in front of the passed vehicle. You have cleared the front bumper of the passed vehicle. You can see both its headlights in your rearview mirror

14. If you get sleepy while driving, you should: Move to the right lane and continue driving. Drink coffee to make you stay awake. Drive to a safe place, park, remove the ignition key, and rest. Accelerate so you can get to your destination quicker.

15. To help avoid crashes, you should: Communicate with other drivers on the road. Ignore other drivers on the road. Drive on side streets and back roads. Avoid driving during rush hour.

16. You must yield for emergency vehicles: Never. Only when other vehicles yield. None of the above. When you see a flashing red or blue light or hear a siren.

17. Where should you stop your vehicle when there is no limit line? At the corner. At the crosswalk. Just past the corner. At least 15 feet to the corner.

18. When driving, you should stay at least: 20 feet behind the vehicle in front of you. One car length for each 10 mph of speed behind the vehicle in front of you. Three seconds behind the vehicle in front of you. Five seconds behind the vehicle in front of you.

19. A school bus is picking up or dropping off children, you must: Stop if you are driving in the same direction. Stop regardless of your direction of travel. Slow down and be prepared to stop.

20. When a red light flashes at a railroad crossing, you must: Stop only if you see a train coming. Stop 10 ft behind the signal. Stop and then proceed when safe. Slow down before crossing.

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To operate a motorcycle in Iowa, you must have a Class M license or a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). At age 14, you can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit or moped-only license. At age 16, you can apply for a motorcycle endorsement or Class M license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, or moped-only license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the vision screening and motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. The moped-only license also requires that you pass the operator knowledge test, if you do not already have an instruction permit or license, and complete a moped education course. A driving test may also be required. To receive a Class M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pay the fees, and pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, operator knowledge test, and the motorcycle skills test. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your current license, you must pass the vision screening, motorcycle knowledge test, and motorcycle skills test.

Tests are scheduled through the MVD. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions covering road rules and safe riding practices. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail a test, you must wait one business day to retake it.