Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. A pedestrian crossing at the corner has the right-of-way: At marked crosswalks only. At marked or unmarked crosswalks. Only at intersections controlled by signals, lights, or stop signs. Only at intersections controlled by traffic signals.

2. When you look ahead while driving, it is best to: Look beyond the car ahead of you. Look only at the back of the car ahead of you. Focus on the right side of your lane. Focus on the left side of your lane.

3. Night driving poses special problems for drivers because: The speed limit is increased at night. There are fewer cars on the roads at night. Vehicle speed and distance are harder to judge.

4. When approaching or driving through a work zone, you must not Keep up with the flow of traffic. Weave from lane to lane. Reduce your speed Watch for slower speed limits.

5. When preparing to make a left turn from a two-way street, you should drive: Close to the center line. Close to the right hand side of the road. On the left of the center line

6. This red and white triangle indicates

A construction sign. A stop sign. A yield sign A do not enter sign.

7. Which of the following can be done alongside your driver's license application? All of the answers listed. Apply for voter registration electronically. Mailing your voter registration application card Requesting the dot to mail your voter registration application card. Update your voter registration.

8. If you have trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust or smoke blowing across the roadway, you should drive slower and turn on your: Headlights. Parking lights. Emergency flashers.

9. At an intersection of two-way streets, after coming to a full stop at a red traffic light, a driver may: Drive straight ahead if the way is clear. Turn left if the way is clear, unless posted. Turn right if the way is clear, unless posted. All of the above.

10. When approaching a curve or hilltop and you can not clearly view the road ahead, you should: Slow down so you can stop if necessary. Use your high beam lights to be more visible. Pull over and wait for conditions to improve. Honk the horn so other drivers notice you.

11. You may turn right on red if you: Stop first and check for traffic and pedestrians. Have a right turn red arrow. Are in the left lane. Slow down first.

12. While driving, how can you conserve gasoline by looking well ahead of your vehicle Both a and c. By slowing down gradually. By reducing the need to stop quickly. By accelerating quickly around and slow-moving traffic.

13. To avoid being in a truck or bus driver's blind spot and help them see, you should: Flash your lights. Avoid driving on either side and don't tailgate. Never pass them Sound your horn.

14. Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive? Tranquilizers, marijuana and sedatives. Cough syrups and cold tablets containing codeine or antihistamines. All of the above.

15. ____ on your side of the road indicates a no-passing zone. A broken white line. A broken yellow line. A solid yellow line. None of the above.

16. If five or more vehicles are following you on a narrow two-lane road, you should: Continue driving because you have the right of way. Pull off the road when it is safe and let them pass. Move to the right side of your lane and drive slowly. Turn your emergency indicators on.

17. What can you do to avoid the need to make emergency (or 'panic') stops while driving in traffic? Drive in the right lane only. Honk your horn to make others aware of your presence. Drive slower than the flow of traffic. Look ahead and maintain a safe following distance.

18. You see a school bus with flashing amber (yellow) lights. what is the bus driver doing? Changing gears. Signaling to other motorists that the bus will soon be stopping to load or unload school children. Preparing to make a turn

19. A roundabout is a circular intersection in which vehicles travel around a center island in ____ direction. A counterclockwise. Any. A clockwise. A straight-line.

20. You may pass another vehicle on the right if it is waiting to Turn right. Turn left. Park at the curb. Turn into a driveway on the right.

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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.