Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following will help you avoid getting rear-ended? Signaling at least 100 feet before turning. Decreasing your following distance. Quickly pumping your brakes just before turning. Driving slower than other traffic.

2. If your vehicle has a steering wheel lock, should you ever turn off the ignition while it is moving? No, the steering wheel may lock and you can lose control of your vehicle. Yes, turning off the ignition will not affect the steering control. No, unless you want to coast downhill. Yes, but be prepared to skid if you step on the brakes too hard.

3. On one-way roads, yellow lines are used as Left-edge lines. Stop lines. Center lines Right-edge lines.

4. If you approach a person (who is about to cross the road) walking with a white cane, or a white cane tipped with red, you must Use your horn. Stop. Go slow Take a detour.

5. When slowing down or stopping, you must A) use an arm signal to alert the driver behind you if your vehicle's signals don't work. B) use the brake-operated signal lights to alert the driver behind you. Do both a) and b) Do either a) or b).

6. Which of the following are valid reason to use your horn in iowa? A driver is distracted and may not be paying attention. A driver is turning into your lane as you pass them. A pedestrian or bicyclist seems to be moving into your lane of travel Another car is in danger of colliding with you. All of the answers listed.

7. A 'no stopping' sign means that, unless directed to do so by a policeman, you may stop only Long enough to unload packages. To avoid conflict with other traffic. To discharge passengers For less than 5 minutes.

8. When you are driving in the left of two traffic lanes, and many cars are passing on your right, you should: Pull onto the left shoulder to let the other vehicles pass. Turn your emergency indicators on. Stay in your lane so you will not impede the traffic flow. Move over into the right lane when it is safe.

9. There are two traffic lanes in your direction. you are driving in the left lane and many vehicles are passing you on the right. if the driver behind you wishes to drive faster, you should: Drive onto the left shoulder to let the other vehicles pass. Move over into the right lane when it is safe. Stay in your lane so you don't impede the traffic flow.

10. If traffic prevents you from crossing all the way across a set of railroad tracks, you may proceed only when An approaching train is not moving fast enough to be a danger. There is room for your vehicle on the other side. At least one-half of your vehicle can cross the tracks. No trains are in sight.

11. A steady green traffic light means: Adjust your mirrors. Increase your speed. You can go through the intersection at a reasonable and safe speed if it is clear to do so.

12. Check your rearview mirrors: To see if a vehicle is in your blind spot. Only when you are slowing down. Often to see how traffic is moving behind you.

13. If the roadway is wet or icy you should Speed up. Reduce your speed. Stay at the posted speed.

14. A steady yellow light means that a ____ light will soon appear. Flashing yellow. Steady green. Steady red. Flashing red.

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

16. Braking distance is affected by The condition of your brakes and tires. The condition of the pavement. The speed your vehicle is traveling. All of the above.

17. When driving in bad weather, drivers should: Decrease the 'two-second' rule. None of the above. Increase speed to reach final destination more quickly. Increase the 'two-second' rule.

18. When there are two or more lanes for traffic moving in the same direction, slower vehicles should use The right lane, except when passing or making a left turn. The center lane. The left lane The left lane, except when passing or making a left turn.

19. What will happen if you violate the restrictions listed on your license? All of the listed answers are correct. None of the listed answers are correct. You will have your license suspended You will be fined a minimum of $1000. You will be jailed for up to one year.

20. On long trips you can prevent drowsiness by Turning on your car radio. Slowing down so you can react better. Stopping at regular intervals for a rest Moving your eyes from side to side as you drive.

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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.