Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. A good safety rule, when you are sure you have a legal right-of-way, is: Always take it. Never insist on it. Always let the other driver have it.

2. If your driver's license expires during active duty with the armed forces, how many months can it be extended? Eight months. One month. Twelve months Six months. Three months.

3. When you follow vehicles too closely and another driver suddenly cuts in front of you, what should you do? Swerve into the lane next to you. Slam on your brakes. Drive onto the shoulder of the road. Take your foot off the gas pedal.

4. According to the iowa implied consent law for both resident and nonresident drivers: An arrested driver may be asked to submit to a chemical test to determine the alcohol content in his/her blood. Refusal to submit to chemical testing will result in the driver's driving privileges being withdrawn. All of the above

5. When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within ____ feet of a vehicle traveling in your direction. 300 400 200 100

6. Roads are slippery after it first starts to rain. when the road is slippery you should: Test your tires' traction while going uphill. Avoid making fast turns and fast stops. Decrease the distance you look ahead of your vehicle.

7. If you have trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust, precipitation or smoke blowing across the roadway, you should drive slower and turn on your: Parking lights. Interior lights. Headlights. Emergency lights.

8. Before returning to the original lane after passing another vehicle, you should: Beep your horn. See both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rear view mirror. Flash your headlights.

9. When asked to submit to a breath test by an officer: You have the right to refuse, and the officer must let you go with a warning. You may refuse, and will be subject to a lesser penalty than if you failed the test. You may not refuse-- the officer can restrain you and force you to be tested You may refuse, and will be subject to the same or worse penalties than if you failed the test.

10. The correct way to use a freeway exit ramp is: Keep your speed constant once in the exit ramp. Slow down before entering the exit ramp. Pass slower traffic in the exit ramp Don't slow down until you move onto the exit ramp.

11. Before turning, you should: Change lanes. Use your signal. Turn the wheel. Increase your speed.

12. How many documents must you bring showing proof of your iowa residential address to obtain a license? One or two, depending on the type. One. There is no requirement to bring documents proving your address Two. Three.

13. 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.

14. Continuous hard braking on ice and snow often: Helps you stop sooner. Locks the front wheels causing loss of steering. Keeps the brakes from freezing.

15. If you are stopped by a police officer, you should: Get out of your car and walk toward the patrol car. Stay in your vehicle with your hands on the steering wheel, and wait for the officer to approach you. Get your paperwork ready before the officer reaches your car. Unbuckle your seat belt and lower your window.

16. To help avoid crashes, you should: Communicate with other drivers on the road. Ignore other drivers on the road. Drive on side streets and back roads. Avoid driving during rush hour.

17. When driving at night you should: Always use your high beams. Increase your following distance. Look directly at the headlights of the oncoming vehicle.

18. Slowing down just to look at collisions or anything else out of the ordinary: Improves traffic flow by preventing collisions. Prevents rear-end collisions. Causes traffic congestion.

19. At an intersection of two-way streets, after coming to a full stop at a red traffic light, a driver may: Drive straight ahead if the way is clear. Turn left if the way is clear, unless posted. Turn right if the way is clear, unless posted. All of the above.

20. The best way to avoid a dangerous situation when driving is to: Know what is happening around your vehicle. Always keep your eyes focused ahead of your car. Turn off the radio.

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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.