Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Before backing up, you should: Turn your head and look through the rear window. Flash your lights. Rely on your mirrors to see if it is clear to proceed. Open your door to see if it is clear to proceed.

2. When you are driving in the left of two traffic lanes, and many cars are passing on your right, you should: Pull onto the left shoulder to let the other vehicles pass. Turn your emergency indicators on. Stay in your lane so you will not impede the traffic flow. Move over into the right lane when it is safe.

3. If you have a BAC of .10%, you are ____ times more likely to cause an accident than if you were sober. 3 5 7 10

4. You are driving behind a motorcycle and want to pass. you must: Blow your horn to make the motorcycle move onto the shoulder so that you can pass. Have your vehicle entirely into the left lane before and during the pass. Stay in the right lane as much as possible, because the motorcycle is small and doesn't use all of the lane

5. If you are parked parallel to the curb, you may get out of the car on the traffic side During the daytime when other drivers can see you. When the traffic light at the closest intersection turns red. When you won't interfere with oncoming vehicles If you use your 4-way flasher first.

6. If traffic prevents you from crossing all the way across a set of railroad tracks, you may proceed only when An approaching train is not moving fast enough to be a danger. There is room for your vehicle on the other side. At least one-half of your vehicle can cross the tracks. No trains are in sight.

7. Before turning left, the right-of-way should be given to oncoming cars: Until most cars have passed. That are more than 500 ft away. Unless they are turning right. Until it is safe to turn.

8. Which of these statements is true about keeping children safe in vehicles? Babies should not ride in the front seat of vehicles. Children under one year and over 20 lbs should ride buckled up in the front seat. The back seat is generally not the safest place in the car for all children 12 years and younger. Child car seats are not required if you drive slowly.

9. If you drive up a narrow, steep road and meet a car with no room to pass: You should back down the road. The other driver should back up the road. Neither driver should back at all. You should back down the road if the other vehicle is a truck.

10. When are you required to have your license or permit with you? Any time that you are operating a motor vehicle. Only when you are driving out of state. When you are driving at night Only when you need proof of your identification. You don't need to carry your license or permit with you at any time.

11. When a truck is trying to pass your vehicle, you can help the truck driver by Keeping to the far side of your lane and reducing your speed slightly. Reducing your speed and driving in a no-zone. Increasing your speed. Keeping to the near side of your lane and reducing your speed slightly.

12. To avoid sudden last-minute moves, how far ahead should you look when scanning the road for hazards? 4 to six seconds. Six to eight seconds. 10 to 15 seconds. 15 to 30 seconds.

13. If the roadway is wet or icy you should Speed up. Reduce your speed. Stay at the posted speed.

14. What happens to your driver's license if you refuse to take a chemical test (breath or blood) There is no evidence to find you guilty of drunk driving. You cannot be arrested for drunk driving. Your driver's license will be taken away None of these choices.

15. Highway pavement is particularly treacherous and will be most slippery: If it has been raining several hours. If it has been raining from one to two hours. If it has just begun to rain

16. Which of these statements is true about road construction zones You are responsible for the safety of the road workers. Slow down only if you think workers are present. Fines are the same for violations committed in construction zones. None of the above.

17. If you are driving and you find that nothing seems to help you stay awake, you should: Turn on your air-conditioner and drink coffee. Open your windows and turn up the radio. Pull off the road, park, remove your ignition key and rest. Drive faster so you can reach your destination quicker.

18. The posted speed limit is the fastest you can drive in the posted area. you must reduce your speed to a lower speed that is safe for the conditions and circumstances that exist whenever necessary. True. False.

19. When is it legal for you to read a text message while driving? During the day time. Never. When you are already using your phone for navigation purposes When you are stopped at a red light. When you are receiving safety-related information.

20. If another driver cuts you off in traffic, you should: Flash your high beams at the driver. Get back at the other driver by cutting him or her off. Ignore the other driver. Pull next to the driver and yell at him or her.

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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.