Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. 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

2. 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.

3. Most serious accidents happen at what time of day? Morning. Afternoon. Twilight-darkness. Serious accidents happen at about the same rate throughout the day.

4. Which of these statements is not true about road workers? Road working equipment is painted orange. Fines are doubled for some violations committed in construction zones. White signs tell you of closed lanes and roadwork ahead. All of the above.

5. Drivers who eat and drink while driving: Are better drivers because they are not hungry. Have no driving errors. Have trouble controlling their vehicles. Have trouble driving slow.

6. Diabetic drivers who take ____ should not drive vehicles when there is any chance of going into shock. Food with sugars. Nutritious, healthy food. Regular meals. Insulin.

7. A solid white line on the right edge of the highway slants in towards your left. that shows that There is an intersection just ahead. You are approaching a construction area. You will be required to turn left just ahead. The road will get narrower.

8. 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

9. When a yellow arrow appears as you are about to turn from a dedicated left turn lane, you should: Stop and not turn under any circumstances. Speed up to get through the intersection. Be prepared to obey the next signal that appears. Make a protected turn since you have the right-of-way over all vehicles and pedestrians.

10. When should you not insist on taking your legal right-of-way? When other drivers want to drive faster. Never. it confuses other drivers. When it helps prevent accidents. When you have two or more passengers in the vehicle.

11. How many ft ahead before a turn must you use your turn signal if the speed limit is greater than 45 mph? 100 ft. 200 ft. 400 ft. 300 ft. 50 ft.

12. A curb painted with yellow lines indicate that the driver May park for one hour. May stop only long enough to load or unload. May stop until the road is clear to pass. May stop only long enough to make a quick turn.

13. If your car becomes disabled on the highway, you should: Park with all 4 wheels off the traveled highway, if possible. Stop in the right lane. Stop where you are.

14. Increase your following distance when Following a motorcycle. All of the above. Driving behind a large vehicle that blocks your vision. Exiting an expressway.

15. When you are being 'tailgated' If there is an open lane to your right, move over to the right. Never slow down quickly. If there is not an open lane to your right, wait until the way is clear ahead, and reduce speed slowly to encourage the tailgater to drive around you. All of the above.

16. What should you do if an oncoming car at night approaches with its high-beams on? Flash your high-beams quickly at the other driver. Look to the right lane or right edge of the road. Slow down and look straight ahead in your lane. Look to the left lane or left edge of the road.

17. Th e safe and legal passing of another vehicle requires that a driver: Make sure the passing lane is clear of traffic, and checks behind and to the left to make sure another car is not attempting to pass. All answers are correct. Apply the brake and slow down Pass when the lane marking is a solid line.

18. If an approaching train is near enough or going fast enough to be a danger, you must Slow down and proceed with caution. Not cross the tracks until the train has completely passed. Cross the tracks at your own risk. Find an alternative route across tracks.

19. Drinking alcohol and driving is A minor traffic safety problem. A serious traffic safety problem. Safe if you only have a few drinks Only dangerous to the driver who drinks.

20. If the rear of your vehicle is skidding to the left, you should: Not turn your steering wheel until you are through skidding. Turn your steering wheel to the right to correct the skid. Turn your steering wheel to the left to correct the skid

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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.