Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. 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.

2. When you want to pass a large truck in the center of 3 lanes, it is best to pass: Quickly on the left and move ahead of it. Very slowly on the left and move ahead of it. Very quickly on the right and move ahead of it. Very slowly on the right and stay in your lane.

3. A flashing red light at an intersection means: Slow and go with caution. Stop and yield the right of way. Stop and wait for the green light

4. Which of these vehicles must stop before crossing railroad tracks? Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards. Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a trailer. Sport utility vehicles carrying 4 or more persons. Vans and buses.

5. Alcohol in any concentration is: A stimulant. A depressant. Neither of the above.

6. When driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice: Maintain traction by following other vehicles closely. Pump your brakes to keep them from freezing. Shift to a low gear before going down steep hills. Accelerate rapidly to improve traction.

7. When stopped at railroad tracks with no crossing gates, you may cross: As soon as the train has passed your roadway. Only when the train is completely out of sight. Only when you can see clearly in both directions. Only if it is not raining.

8. When merging onto a freeway, you should be driving: As slow and careful as possible. At the legal freeway speed limit. Slower than the freeway traffic. At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic.

9. Your blind spot is the area of the road: Directly behind your vehicle. You see in your rearview mirror. You see in your side mirror. You cannot see without moving your head.

10. 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.

11. You should use your vehicle's horn when: Approaching bicyclists. You are involved in an emergency situation. Traffic ahead of you is traveling below the speed limit. All of the above.

12. To turn left from a one-way street onto a one-way street, use: The lane closest to the left curb. Any lane as long as it is safe. The lane closest to the right curb. Any lane that is not occupied.

13. To avoid panic stops: Accelerate heavily. Watch for things in the roadway well ahead of you. Drive with your window partly down

14. 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.

15. If you meet a stopped school bus with the lights flashing and the signal arm extended, you should: Stop. Proceed at 15 mph if no children are present. Proceed at normal speed, but watch for children.

16. Which of the following is true of slippery roads? Shaded areas may have hidden ice spots that freeze first/dry last. Bridges and overpasses usually freeze before roads do. Wet leaves cause slipping, and wet ice is slicker than ice alone. All of the above.

17. If you do not have liability insurance, what is something you can do to avoid suspension of your license following an accident? Pay, in an approved form, the iowa office of driver services. Have a court decision that frees you of liability. Obtain written releases from parties involved in which property damage and/or injury was sustained All of the answers listed. Have an agreement to pay for damages and/or injuries through an installment plan.

18. You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle by: Driving as near to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping. Moving into the right lane and driving slowly until it has passed. Stopping immediately, even if you are in an intersection. Accelerate to get out of the way of the emergency vehicle.

19. After stopping for a school bus that is unloading children: Do not proceed until the children wave to you. Accelerate quickly. Turn on your emergency flashers. Watch for children walking along the side of the road.

20. In iowa, if you are under what age must you take a driver education course? 16 17 18 19 21

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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.