Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. When you want to overtake and pass another vehicle you should Wait for a signal from the other driver. Change lanes quickly so the other driver will see you. Signal and pass when safe to do so Stay close behind so you need less time to pass.

2. What does a flashing yellow light mean Merging traffic. Come to a full stop. Pedestrian crossing Proceed with caution.

3. Roads become very slippery: Right after the rain has stopped. The day after it rains. When it has been raining for an hour or more. For the first 10 to 15 minutes of a rain storm.

4. 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.

5. Driving under the influence of any drug which makes you drive unsafely is: Permitted if a doctor or nurse administered it. Permitted if it is a diet pill or cold medicine. Against the law. Against the law, unless you carry the prescription with you.

6. When driving in traffic, it is safest to: Fluctuate your speed to keep alert. Drive slower than the flow of traffic. Drive faster than the flow of traffic. Drive with the flow of traffic.

7. Drivers about to pass others should be especially careful of pedestrians and vehicles entering the road at: Crossroads, intersections and junctions. Railroad crossings and stations. Shopping center entrances and exits. All of the above.

8. 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.

9. Which of the following people may be distracted and/or inattentive? Children running into the street. Drivers with many passengers and/or unfamiliar with an area. Delivery and road repair/construction workers. All of the above.

10. When two vehicles enter an intersection from different highways at the same time, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way Either one. Vehicle on the left. Vehicle on the right. Neither one.

11. Which of the following statements is not true in/near school zones? Fines are doubled in all school zones throughout iowa. Drivers must not yield to pedestrians in school crosswalks with no school crossing guard. Drivers must reduce their speed to the posted speed limit at school zone. Drivers must be aware that children have minimal perception of car speeds and distances.

12. Blood alcohol content (bac) depends on each of the following except Your body weight. How much you drink. How much time passes between drinks How physically fit you are.

13. 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.

14. If you are stopped at an intersection and the traffic light just turned green, can you go immediately? Yes, you now have the right-of-way. Yes, but yield to any vehicle or person still in the intersection. Yes, other traffic or pedestrians must yield to you. Yes, if you are going straight through the intersection.

15. To avoid accidents, drivers should communicate with each other by: Signaling when changing lanes/direction, slowing down or stopping. Using their horns in emergencies and when really necessary. Using emergency flashers/flares/signs as needed. All of the above.

16. If you become angry or upset, you should: Control your emotions while driving. Park the car and cool down before driving on. Speed up so you can reach your final destination faster. Choose any of the above options.

17. Your license can be suspended if you are under 21 and drive with a blood alcohol level of: 0.08% or more. 0.15% or more. Any amount.

18. 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

19. A rectangular-shaped sign is: School crossing sign. Railroad crossing sign. Stop sign. Speed limit sign.

20. When you find double solid lines in your lane, you are Allowed to turn. Allowed to pass. Not allowed to pass or change lanes Allowed to change lanes.

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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.