Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. One of the rules of defensive driving is Look straight ahead as you drive. Stay alert and keep your eyes moving. Expect that other drivers will make up for your errors Be confident that you can avoid danger at the last minute.

2. Which of these statements is true about changing lanes Look over your right shoulder for a right lane change and your left shoulder for a left lane change. Vehicles with two outside mirrors do not have blind spots. You only need to turn and look over your right shoulder for lane changes to the right or left.

3. Solid yellow lines separate: The center lane from other traffic. Bicycle lanes from regular traffic. Traffic lanes on one-way streets. Vehicles going in opposite directions.

4. What should you provide when applying for another license for duplication, replacement or validation reasons? $10 plus a proof of age and identity. $15 plus a proof of age and identity. $20 plus a proof of age and identity $5 plus a proof of age and identity. $2 plus a proof of age and identity.

5. You are making a left turn from a two-way street into a one-way street. when you have completed the turn your car should be In the right lane of the street. In the center of the street. In the left lane of the street. In the lane with the least traffic.

6. Which of the following information should you bring when getting your license number? Birth certificate. Green card. High school diploma certificate Social security number. Passport.

7. A broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow line means Passing on the left is permitted in either direction. Passing is permitted on the broken line side. Passing is not allowed in either direction. Passing is permitted on the solid line side.

8. An approaching driver at night blinds you by failing to dim their high beam headlights. where should you look? Towards the right side of the road. Towards the wheels of the approaching vehicle. Straight down the middle of the road. Towards the left side of the road.

9. You may not cross a single broken white (or yellow) line When to do so would interfere with traffic. When turning left into a driveway. When the car in front is disabled. When passing to the right on a one-way street.

10. When you are driving slowly in the freeway fast lane, blocking traffic which wishes to pass, you should: Change lanes to the right when it is safe to do so. Only change lanes when there are five or more vehicles behind you. Not change lanes when you are driving the speed limit. Turn your emergency lights on to signal other vehicles that they need to use another lane.

11. When a yellow arrow appears as you wait in a dedicated right turn lane, you should: Be prepared to obey the next signal that appear. Check for pedestrians and then turn with caution. Stop and do not make the turn under any circumstances. Accelerate to complete the turn quicker.

12. Passing is prohibited when: You are within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing. The vehicle you are following has a slow-moving vehicle symbol. You would be required to pass to the right of a left turning vehicle. - see more at:.

13. If your turn signals fail, you should use ____ to indicate you are turning. Your horn. Hand signals. Your emergency flashers. Your headlights.

14. If, while driving, a tire suddenly blows out, you should: Pump the brakes rapidly. Grip the steering wheel firmly, slow down, and exit from the traffic lanes. Brake hard and steer toward the right edge of the roadway

15. Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if: The sides of the truck bed are at least 18 inches high. They are properly secured. The tailgate of the truck is closed. The driver has at least 3 years of driving experience.

16. You need to use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a white cane because: He or she has a walking problem. He or she is deaf. He or she is blind. He or she has a mental disability.

17. If you have had several beers before driving, the effects of alcohol will be reduced only by: Taking a cold shower. Waiting several hours. Drinking several cups of coffee.

18. You are driving defensively when you: Always put one car length between you and the car ahead of you. Stare at the car in front of you while driving. Keep your eyes moving and look for possible hazards. All of the above.

19. Traffic fatalities are ____ at night compared to daytime. About the same. About twice as high. About 3 to 4 times as high. About five to six times as high.

20. What is the background color of all warning signs? Warning signs can be different colors, but always have the same shape. Black. Orange White. Yellow.

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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.