Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Minimum speed signs are designed to Keep traffic flowing smoothly. Show current local road conditions. Test future traffic signal needs Assure pedestrian safety.

2. If your vehicle starts to hydroplane, you should: Drive at a constant speed to gain better traction. Apply the brakes firmly to prevent your vehicle from sliding. Slow down gradually by easing the gas, and not applying the brakes. Accelerate to gain better traction.

3. When driving in a construction zone: Construction workers must yield to roadway users. Slightly increase your speed. Expect the unexpected.

4. What causes most rear-end accidents? Looking in your rearview mirror too often. Following other vehicles too closely. Failing to pay attention. Weaving in and out of traffic.

5. You want to turn left at an intersection. the light is green but oncoming traffic is heavy. you should Use the next intersection. Wait at the crosswalk for traffic to clear. Wait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear. Take the right-of-way since you have the light.

6. You may turn right on red if you: Stop first and check for traffic and pedestrians. Have a right turn red arrow. Are in the left lane. Slow down first.

7. Bac means: Blood alcohol concentration. Blood alcohol content. Blood alcohol conservation.

8. Because there is often slow-moving traffic on county highways, you should: Pass slow-moving vehicles on curves if they are slowing down. Be ready to change your speed to the speed of traffic. Stay in the left lane and drive at the speed limit

9. 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.

10. A flashing red light on a traffic signal means: The same thing as a stop sign. Driving conditions are dangerous. You do not have to come to a complete stop. The traffic signal is broken.

11. When driving, you should stay at least: 20 feet behind the vehicle in front of you. One car length for each 10 mph of speed behind the vehicle in front of you. Three seconds behind the vehicle in front of you. Five seconds behind the vehicle in front of you.

12. To avoid being in a truck or bus driver's blind spot and help them see, you should: Flash your lights. Avoid driving on either side and don't tailgate. Never pass them Sound your horn.

13. What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not have signals (such as lights or crossing gates) Always bring the car to a complete stop. Slow down and be prepared to stop. Do nothing-- all railroad crossings have signals Increase speed to get across the tracks quickly.

14. If you are getting tired while driving, you should: Drink something with caffeine. Stop an either get rest or change drivers. Open a window.

15. A steady red arrow means You should prepare to stop and give the right-of-way to oncoming traffic before you turn. You must come to a full stop, and then proceed when it is safe to do so. You must stop, and you cannot go in the direction of the arrow You can safely turn in the direction of the arrow.

16. When exiting a highway, you should slow down: Once you see the toll booth. When you first see the exit sign. On the main road, just before the exit lane. Once you have moved into the exit lane.

17. 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

18. If you hold a minor school license - restriction 7 in iowa, which purposes allow you to drive between the hours of 5 a.m. and 10 p.m. without adult supervision? Both stopping for fuel along your route or the nearest location off your route and driving to the closest bus school stop to and from your home. Drive to the closest school bus stop to and from your home. Drive to your friend's house to pick them up for school Drive to your local grocer to pick up some groceries. Stopping for fuel along your route or the nearest filling station off your route.

19. If there is a railroad crossing ahead and a mechanical signal warns you of an approaching train, you must: Stop and then proceed when safe. Slow down before crossing. Stop only if you see a train coming. Slow down, honk your horn and proceed through the crossing.

20. What color lines separate traffic moving in the same direction? Orange. Red. White The color does not matter - dashed lines always separate traffic moving in the same direction. 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.