Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following statements is true about the validation of your chauffeur license? Licenses cost $10 per year, expires every new year, but remains valid for another 60 days. Licenses cost $10 per year, expires on your birthday, but remains valid for another 90 days. Licenses cost $8 per year, expires on your birthday, but remains valid for another 60 days Licenses cost $10 per year, expires on your birthday, but remains valid for another 60 days. Licenses cost $8 per year, expires on your birthday, but remains valid for another 90 days.

2. All cars and pickup trucks have been required to be manufactured with seat belts since what year? 1956 1966 1986 1996 1976

3. When driving in rain, you must Use no lights. Use high beam headlights. Use low beam headlights. Use parking lights.

4. A driver should be extra alert for motorcyclists, bicycles, and pedestrians because: They have the right-of-way. They obey different traffic laws. They don't have a rearview mirror They're hard to see in traffic.

5. This sign warns of

A downgrade ahead. A bump ahead. A heavy truck ahead. A truck parking area ahead.

6. A flashing yellow light means that you should: Stop and proceed when a green light appears. Continue through if the way is clear. Stop and proceed when the way is clear. Slow down and proceed with care.

7. The 'three-second rule' applies to the space ____ of your vehicle. To the sides. Ahead. In back. All around.

8. You should increase your following distance At night or if it is raining. When the roads are slippery. All of the above.

9. Which hang signal correctly signifies the intention of the driver making the signal to make a left turn? Arm out the window at a 180-degree angle (that is, straight out) with top of hand facing rear of vehicle. Arm out the window, held down toward the ground, with palm visibly shown. There is no need to signal a left turn Your passenger must put their out the window and point left. Arm out the window at a 90-degree angle and top of hand facing the rear of the vehicle.

10. As the percentage of alcohol (bac) in your blood increases, you become: More intoxicated. More sober. More coordinated.

11. What should the vehicle you are using for the driving test have on the license plate at the test site? A copy of your document that establishes identity and proof of age. A current registration sticker. A decoration of your choice Another license plate. A protective film.

12. Which of the following does not happen after drinking Your reflexes and reaction time slow down. You calm down so you can concentrate. You are less alert Your judgement of speed and distance is distorted.

13. Flash floods can cause vehicles to float and fill with water, trapping and drowning people. while especially dangerous at night and in deep water, even ____ inches of water can float some small cars. Two. 4 Six. Eight.

14. If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track: Go through when one of the tracks is free. Go through as soon as the train passes. Wait until you have a clear view of both tracks. Stop on the railroad track and watch for another train.

15. To prepare for anything coming up in the road ahead, you should: Stare straight ahead at all times. Drive with your left foot resting lightly on the brake pedal. Maintain focus toward the middle of the road. Continually scan the entire road and roadsides.

16. 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

17. If a person is crossing the street at a corner without crosswalks, you should: Take the right-of-way. Slow down and proceed with care. Let the person have the right-of-way. Stop 4 feet from the corner.

18. Orange construction signs warn you: Of workers and road equipment ahead. That there are driver services ahead. Of an accident ahead. That you will have to come to a complete stop shortly.

19. 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.

20. If you are repeatedly convicted of a traffic violation: The dmv may consider an action against your driving privileges. You may request a hearing. Both of the above may happen.

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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.