Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of these statements is true about slippery road surfaces? Bridges and overpasses freeze last. Pavements are not slippery the first few minutes after it starts raining on a hot day. On cold, wet days, shade from buildings or trees can hide spots of ice. Hydroplaning can only happen to trucks.

2. If you become angry or upset, you should: Control your emotions while driving. Park the car and cool down before driving on. Speed up so you can reach your final destination faster. Choose any of the above options.

3. 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.

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

5. Which of the following is not an unlawful use of your driver's license? All of the answers are unlawful ways to use your driver's license. Keeping your suspended license or permit. Using an alias on your license or permit Lending your license to a family member. Showing or having a canceled or fraudulent license or permit.

6. A person may ride in a pickup truck if the: Pickup truck has a seat bolted to the frame. Person is accompanied by an adult. Sides of the pickup truck are at least 24 inches high. Pickup truck is equipped with a restraint system and the person uses it.

7. Which of the following information will not be released about you, unless it's to an authorized individual? All of the answers listed. Driver's license number. Name Telephone number. Social security number.

8. When you approach a railroad crossing without flashing warning signals or crossing gates, you should: Yield to all trains at the crossing. Always stop. Speed up to beat the train Cross the tracks as quickly as possible.

9. 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.

10. To avoid glare from headlights of an approaching car: Flash your high beams. Stay focused on the center line on the road. Keep looking briefly to the side of the road.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. You want to go into a store to make a quick purchase. you should: Leave the car running and set the parking brake. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, but set the parking brake only if on a slope. Leave the car running if you do not plan on being absent for longer than five minutes.

14. Which of the following does alcohol affect Recovery from headlight glare. Reaction time. Judgement of distances All of these choices.

15. If you are driving on a road with only one lane in each direction and you want to pass, but a curve ahead blocks your view, you must: Not pass the other vehicle. Signal longer than five seconds to pass safely. Increase your speed to pass safely. Honk your horn to make other drivers slow down.

16. Your license can be suspended if you are under 21 and drive with a blood alcohol level of: 0.08% or more. 0.15% or more. Any amount.

17. When driving on gravel or dirt roads: Your tires can grip the road better than on pavement. Your tires do not have as much traction, so you must drive slower. Visibility is better

18. If the gates at a railroad crossing are down and red lights are flashing, you should: Stop and proceed only when the gates are raised and the lights have stopped flashing. Drive around the gates after stopping. Drive side by side with the train

19. A single solid white line across a road at an intersection means that a motorist must ____ for a traffic signal or sign. Stop behind the line. Stop after the line. Slow down after crossing the line. Cross the line.

20. Vehicle stopping distances never depend on: Condition and type of vehicle tires. Condition of your vehicle's brakes. Your own reaction time. The time of day.

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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.