Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of these is a legal u-turn? Over two sets of double yellow lines in the roadway. 150 feet away from a hill or curve. On a highway where there is a paved opening for a turn. 100 feet away from a hill or a curve.

2. 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.

3. When you are being 'tailgated' If there is an open lane to your right, move over to the right. Never slow down quickly. If there is not an open lane to your right, wait until the way is clear ahead, and reduce speed slowly to encourage the tailgater to drive around you. All of the above.

4. You may legally park in front of a driveway: Under no circumstances. As long as it is parked for no longer than 15 minutes. If the driveway is in front of your house. If the driveway belongs to your friends.

5. What can you do to reduce 'road rage'? Talk on your cell phone while driving. Always signal your intention when changing lanes. Use your horn frequently

6. A driver who is taking a non-prescription drug should Read the labels on the drug before driving. Drink alcohol instead. Continue to drive Drive only during daylight hours.

7. To avoid a collision, which of the following is an option? You may attempt to stop, turn, or speed up. You may attempt to speed up. You may attempt to turn You may turn on your radio. You may attempt to stop your vehicle.

8. You must not use ____ to exit a freeway, even in a traffic jam. An entrance ramp. A deceleration lane. The rightmost lane. An exit ramp.

9. Where should you start your u-turn on a street with two lanes in each direction? Always use the center left turn lane. The left lane. The right lane. Any available lane.

10. If the rear of your vehicle is skidding to the left, you should: Not turn your steering wheel until you are through skidding. Turn your steering wheel to the right to correct the skid. Turn your steering wheel to the left to correct the skid

11. If there is a solid double yellow line in the center of the roadway, you: May turn left into a private driveway. Are on a one-way street. Are in a center left turn lane. May cross it to overtake slow moving vehicles.

12. Braking distance is affected by The condition of your brakes and tires. The condition of the pavement. The speed your vehicle is traveling. All of the above.

13. 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.

14. Service signs that show the location of rest areas, gas stations, hospitals, etc. use what colors? Black on orange. Black on yellow. White on green White on red. White on blue.

15. Which is the correct combination of shapes and colors that guide signs are in iowa? All of the answers listed. Circle or oval-- green or yellow. Square or circle-- yellow or orange Square or rectangle-- green or brown. Triangle or rectangle-- green or brown.

16. Which of these is a good way to spot driving hazards? Focus on the vehicle ahead. Focus on your inside mirrors. Scan ahead of your vehicle. Always use your high-beam headlights.

17. You should always travel: At the speed limit. According to road and weather conditions. At the speed of vehicles in front of you

18. 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.

19. To avoid getting rear-ended by another vehicle in an emergency, you should: Turn your head and look over your shoulder. Check your rearview mirror often. Start braking early as a signal to the driver behind you. Drive with your left foot on the brake pedal at all times.

20. Select the statement below that is true: People with more body fat are less prone to alcohol intoxication. Body weight has no effect on the rate of intoxication. Alcohol is able to be absorbed by water. Food in the stomach prevents alcohol intoxication.

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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.