Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Alcohol causes Loss of concentration. All of the above. Poor judgment. Slower judgment.

2. When you drive through a construction zone, you should: Decrease your following distance. Slow down to watch the workers. Pass the construction zone carefully and not 'rubberneck'

3. Drivers must be extra cautious of which of the following when driving through rural areas? Deer. Extra stop signs. Extra street lights Lack of cell phone service.

4. When changing lanes: Check the inside rearview mirror. Slow down. Look over your shoulder to make sure the lane is clear.

5. You must yield the right-of-way at an intersection to: The car in the intersection. The car on your right. The car in the opposite lane of traffic. The car on your left.

6. Which of these is a safe driving practice? Checking your rearview mirrors frequently. Staring at the road ahead of your vehicle. Using your high-beam lights in the fog. Tailgating.

7. How should you yield to a school bus when approaching them in flashing amber lights? None of the answers listed. You must slow down to no less than 20 mph and come to a complete stop at least 5 feet from the bus. You must slow down to no more than 20 mph and come to a complete stop at least 15 feet from the bus You must slow down to no more than 35 mph and come to a complete stop at least 15 feet from the bus. You must slow down to no less than 35 mph and come to a complete stop at least 5 feet from the bus.

8. Orange colored signs and flags mean that you must be alert for: Road closures. Changed road conditions and/or road workers. Speed zones. High occupancy lanes.

9. The extra space in front of a large truck is needed for: Other drivers when merging onto a freeway. The truck driver to stop the vehicle. Other drivers when they want to slow down

10. You must show proof of insurance to law enforcement: If you are involved in an accident or stopped for a citation. Only if you are involved in an accident. Unless your vehicle has a net worth of less than $500. Only if are you are stopped for a citation.

11. You want to make a right turn at the corner. a pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. before making your right turn, you should: Wait until the person cross the street. Turn off your engine until the person crosses the street. Tell the pedestrian when to cross the street.

12. You are driving on a two-way street and want to turn left at the corner. give the right-of-way to: Pedestrians on a sidewalk waiting for a walk signal. Vehicles stopped at the red light. Any vehicle coming towards you.

13. Where should you start making a u-turn when driving on a divided street with multiple lanes in your direction? On the shoulder. In the left lane. In the median. Any of the above.

14. As the percentage of alcohol (bac) in your blood increases, you become: More intoxicated. More sober. More coordinated.

15. What are some of the acceptable items when providing proofs for a name change? Both court-ordered name change containing full name and divorce decree. Both court-ordered name change containing full name and passport. Divorce decree Passport. Court-ordered name change containing full name.

16. If you miss your exit on a freeway, you should not: Back up on the road or shoulder. Proceed to the next exit where you can re-enter the freeway and return to your proper exit. Continue on the freeway and find an alternative route

17. When driving at night you should: Always use your high beams. Increase your following distance. Look directly at the headlights of the oncoming vehicle.

18. When driving on gravel or dirt roads: Your tires can grip the road better than on pavement. Your tires do not have as much traction, so you must drive slower. Visibility is better

19. When changing lanes, to make sure there are no other vehicles in ____, look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move. Shoulder zones. Free zones. No passing zones. Blind spots.

20. To turn right from a highway with two lanes in your direction, turn from: The lane closest to the center of the road. The lane nearest the curb or edge of the roadway. Either lane, depending on oncoming traffic. Either lane, depending on your speed.

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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.