Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Orange is the basic color of signs used in construction work zones to alert drivers. False. True.

4. On a sharp curve, you should use your brakes to slow your vehicle: During the entire time you drive through a curve. Before you enter the curve. Just after you enter the curve. Just before you exit the curve.

5. Which of the following offenses is not a moving violation? Failure to stop at a stop sign. Failure to wear a seat belt. Operating while intoxicated Travelling at excessive speeds. Improper lane change.

6. A driver may park in a space reserved for people with disabilities if the vehicle displays license plates for the disabled Regardless of who is in the vehicle. Only if the driver is disabled. And is carrying the disabled person named on the registration If someone in the driver's immediate family is disabled.

7. 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.

8. A steady green light at an intersection means that you: May drive through the intersection if the road is clear. Must stop and check for oncoming traffic before proceeding. May not turn right. Must slow down and prepare to stop.

9. To ensure the lane next to you is clear when you want to change lanes, you should: Turn your head and look over the right shoulder. Look into the rearview mirror only. Turn your head and look in the lane you are going to enter. Turn your head and look over your left shoulder.

10. Assuming that the street is level, what should you do after you have finished parallel parking in a space between two other cars Leave your front wheels turned toward the curb. Make sure your car almost touches the car behind you. Move as far forward in the space as possible Straighten your front wheels and leave room between cars.

11. Where would the medical advance directive be located if the driver requests it? None of the answers listed. On a separate card from the driver's license. On the back of the license On the face of the license.

12. If you are a licensed motorcycle driver with a motorcycle instruction permit, how many learners may you supervise at a time? Five. Ten. Twenty-five One. There is no limit-- you may supervise as many as you can handle.

13. When there is water on the roadway, you must reduce your speed to avoid Wear and tear. Hydroplaning. Traction of the tires on the road Overheating of the tires.

14. When you want to make a right turn, your car must be Near the center of the street. Close to the left side of the street. Close to the right side of the street. Past the center of the intersection when you begin to turn.

15. You may avoid the risks of alcohol-related crashes by Doing any of the above. Deciding before you start drinking that you are not going to drive. Calling a taxi. Simply saying ' no thanks, i'm driving' if someone offers you a drink.

16. What does this round sign mean?

Road repairs ahead. A railroad crossing ahead. The road is closed ahead. One-way road ahead.

17. The distance a vehicle travels between the time the driver recognizes a problem and the time he/she applies the brakes is known as The perception time. The braking distance. The reaction distance The stopping distance.

18. A yellow-flashing light used mostly on tow trucks and slow-moving vehicles requires other drivers to Share the lane. Slow down their vehicles. Stop their vehicles. Pass quickly.

19. When preparing to make a left turn from a two-way street, you should drive: Close to the center line. Close to the right hand side of the road. On the left of the center line

20. If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will: Increase your chances of an accident. Get you to your destination much faster and safer. Help prevent traffic congestion

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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.