Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Most serious accidents happen at what time of day? Morning. Afternoon. Twilight-darkness. Serious accidents happen at about the same rate throughout the day.

2. A steady yellow light means that a ____ light will soon appear. Flashing yellow. Steady green. Steady red. Flashing red.

3. Which of the following blocks the smooth flow of traffic? Avoiding unnecessary lane changes. Using public transportation instead of your vehicle. Slowing down to look at collision scene.

4. To make a right turn onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start in the right-hand lane and end in: The left lane. The lane further away from the curb. The lane closest to the curb. Any lane that is available.

5. A curb painted red means: No parking or stopping. Loading zone. Reserved for passengers pick up or drop off.

6. 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.

7. While driving, how can you conserve gasoline by looking well ahead of your vehicle Both a and c. By slowing down gradually. By reducing the need to stop quickly. By accelerating quickly around and slow-moving traffic.

8. If you have had 3 beers in the past hour, about how long will it take for all the alcohol to leave your blood stream? One hour. Two hours. Three hours.

9. If there are double solid yellow lines in the center of the roadway, you: May cross the lines to turn left into a private driveway. Are on a two-lane one-way street. Should treat the lines as a solid wall and not cross for any reason. May cross the lines to pass slower traffic.

10. Which of the following influence the effects of alcohol The amount of food in the stomach. The body weight of an individual. How much time passes between drinks All 3 choices.

11. You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway: If you need to look at a map for directions. Only if you have an emergency. If no part of your vehicle is on the road As long as you turn on your 4-way (emergency) flashers.

12. Drivers making a turn must yield to any ____ before making a right turn at a red traffic signal. All of the answers listed. Emergency vehicles. Oncoming traffic Pedestrians.

13. If your vehicle begins to skid, you should: Brake as hard as possible. Turn off the ignition. Ease up on the gas pedal.

14. Which of the following is true of freeway accidents? They occur equally frequently, and are equally serious, as accidents on other roadways. They occur more frequently, but are less serious, than accidents on other roadways. They occur less frequently, and are less serious, than accidents on other roadways They occur less frequently, but are more serious, than accidents on other roadways. They occur more frequently, and are more serious, than accidents on other roadways.

15. 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.

16. What civil penalty for victim reparation must you pay when convicted of operating while intoxicated? $1,000 $2,000 $200 There is no civil penalty. $500

17. What is the most important part of your vehicle when driving in bad weather? None of the listed answers are correct. The brightness of your headlights. The strength of your steering The power of your engine. The condition of your tires.

18. How do traffic fines change when they take place in a work zone? They are mitigated. They may be doubled. They may be reduced by 50% They may be tripled.

19. When sharing the road with a truck, it is important to remember that, in general, trucks: Require less turning radius than cars. Require less time to pass on an incline than cars. Require less time to pass on a downgrade than cars. Take longer distances than cars to stop.

20. When a yellow arrow appears as you are about to turn from a dedicated left turn lane, you should: Stop and not turn under any circumstances. Speed up to get through the intersection. Be prepared to obey the next signal that appears. Make a protected turn since you have the right-of-way over all vehicles and pedestrians.

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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.