Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Roads become very slippery: Right after the rain has stopped. The day after it rains. When it has been raining for an hour or more. For the first 10 to 15 minutes of a rain storm.

2. What should you provide when applying for another license for duplication, replacement or validation reasons? $10 plus a proof of age and identity. $15 plus a proof of age and identity. $20 plus a proof of age and identity $5 plus a proof of age and identity. $2 plus a proof of age and identity.

3. When you drive through a construction zone, you should: Decrease your following distance. Slow down to watch the workers. Pass the construction zone carefully and not 'rubberneck'

4. At railroad crossings that have the standard, octagonal, red-and-white stop sign, drivers must stop and proceed only when They determine that no train is approaching. They determine that there is no oncoming traffic. They determine that no schoolchildren are present They determine that no pedestrians are coming.

5. 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

6. Double solid white lines on the road separate two lanes of traffic Merging left. Moving in the opposite direction. Moving in the same direction Merging right.

7. A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means: Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching. Look both ways as you cross the intersection. Always come to a full stop at the intersection. Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.

8. When sharing the road with a truck, it is important to remember that, in general, trucks: Require less turning radius than cars. Require less time to pass on an incline than cars. Require less time to pass on a downgrade than cars. Take longer distances than cars to stop.

9. You must signal continuously during the last 100 feet before you turn at an intersection: Unless your turn is protected by a green arrow. Unless you are in a designated turn lane. Even if you do not see other vehicles around. Unless you are traveling faster than other traffic.

10. Accidents are more likely to happen: ?n city streets during rush-hour traffic. On multi-lane freeways. On bridges and overpasses. When one driver is going faster or slower than other drivers on the road.

11. 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.

12. Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol content) The breathalyzer is a test of a person's bac. A chemical test for BAC is needed for an alcohol conviction. Bac levels are reduced by a person's physical fitness After drinking, coffee or a cold shower will lower your bac.

13. Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are divided by ____ lines. Black. Yellow. White. Red.

14. Which of these is true about other drivers? Drivers always obey traffic signs and signals. Drivers using turn signals always turn in the direction indicated. Never assume other drivers will give you the right-of-way. Drivers operating larger vehicles are safer drivers.

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

16. Which of the following is not a proper step for parallel parking on the right side of the road? Put on your turn signal to warn other drivers that you intend to park. Straighten your wheels and pull forward to center the vehicle in the parking space. As the front of your vehicle clears the back of the vehicle in front of you, turn your wheels sharply to the left and continue backing slowly until the back of your vehicle almost touches the vehicle behind you. Back quickly, turning your steering wheel to the left to aim the back of your vehicle towards the front of the vehicle behind you.

17. What might happen when a child was left inside an enclosed car on a hot day? The child will suffer from severe damage to the brain, liver and kidneys. All of the answers listed. The child will lose body fluids and salt The child will suffer heat exhaustion. The child will suffer from heat stroke.

18. When you park on the roadway, you should: Use your 4-way flashers. Park at an angle. Keep your turn signals on. Turn your lights on.

19. A blood alcohol of .02 Will double your chances of having an accident. Won't affect your driving that much. Won't have any effect on your driving.

20. Which description below is parking permitted? Closer than 10 feet from a stop sign. Closer than 20 feet from a fire station entrance. Parking 5 feet from a fire hydrant Parking on a sidewalk.

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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.