Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. To help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces you should: Step sharply on the brakes to slow down quickly. Avoid quick stops. Follow in the tracks of the vehicle in front of you. Aim for low spots on the road.

2. Which of the following statements about blind spots is true? Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rear view mirrors. They are eliminated if you have one outside mirror on each side of the vehicle. Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles

3. 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.

4. When is it ok to drive faster than the posted speed limit? If you don't see any other traffic in your lane. As long as it takes to safely pass another vehicle. Never.

5. To enter a freeway: Make a complete stop before entering the freeway. Drive slowly so you can check traffic. Signal, yield, and enter at the same speed that traffic is moving Signal and enter the freeway. freeway traffic must yield.

6. If you get sleepy while driving, you should: Move to the right lane and continue driving. Drink coffee to make you stay awake. Drive to a safe place, park, remove the ignition key, and rest. Accelerate so you can get to your destination quicker.

7. When there is water on the roadway, you must reduce your speed to avoid Wear and tear. Hydroplaning. Traction of the tires on the road Overheating of the tires.

8. If a traffic light is broken or not functioning you should: Stop and wait for it to be repaired. Stop and wait for a police officer to arrive. Continue as if it were a 4-way stop sign. Continue as you normally would.

9. To make a right turn start in the right-hand lane and end in: The left lane. The lane closest to the curb. Any lane available. The center lane.

10. Who has the right-of-way at an intersection with no crosswalks? Pedestrians, but only with the green walk signal. Vehicles, but they should slow down and be careful. Pedestrians always have the right-of-way. Motorcyclists always have the right-of-way.

11. 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.

12. What are the colors of the warning signs that indicate hazards ahead, such as curves in the road or narrow bridges? Black letters or symbols on a white background. Black letters or symbols on a yellow background. White letters or symbols on a blue background White letters or symbols on a green background.

13. Double solid yellow lines painted down the middle of the road mean Passing is permitted in either direction. Railroad crossing ahead. Pedestrian crossing ahead. Passing is not permitted in either direction.

14. A steady red arrow means You should prepare to stop and give the right-of-way to oncoming traffic before you turn. You must come to a full stop, and then proceed when it is safe to do so. You must stop, and you cannot go in the direction of the arrow You can safely turn in the direction of the arrow.

15. In iowa, a slow moving vehicle sign (indicated by a reflective orange triangle sign on the rear of a vehicle) means the vehicle in question is moving how many mph or less? 20 25 30 35 40

16. Before entering a roundabout, you must slow down and yield to: Bicyclists in the roundabout. All of the above. Vehicles in the roundabout. Pedestrians in the roundabout.

17. 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.

18. Which of the following is a valid purpose for the usage of minor's restricted license - restriction 6? Transporting dependents to and from care facilities, if necessary to hold a job. Driving to and from work. Both driving to and from work and transporting dependents to and from care facilities so long as such transportation is necessary to hold a job Driving to the store. Going to a party with your friends.

19. If your driving privilege has been revoked, you may: Drive only in an emergency. Still drive to and from work or school. Not drive in this state with any license or permit. Drive only in the presence of a licensed parent or guardian.

20. Roads are slippery after it first starts to rain. when the road is slippery you should: Test your tires' traction while going uphill. Avoid making fast turns and fast stops. Decrease the distance you look ahead of your vehicle.

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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.