Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. When waiting to make a left turn, you should give the right-of-way to vehicles coming from the opposite direction: Until at least two vehicles have passed. Until dangerously close cars have passed. Until all of the cars have passed. Until your traffic signal starts changing to red, then you have to make a turn even if there are vehicles in the intersection.

2. Which of the following blocks the smooth flow of traffic? Avoiding unnecessary lane changes. Using public transportation instead of your vehicle. Slowing down to look at collision scene.

3. If you meet a stopped school bus with the lights flashing and the signal arm extended, you should: Stop. Proceed at 15 mph if no children are present. Proceed at normal speed, but watch for children.

4. Unless noted, what is the expiration on a license for persons older than 17 years, 11 months and younger than 72 years in iowa? 5 years from date of issuance. 7 years from date of issuance. Randomly selected between 5 and 8 years Randomly selected between 5 and 7 years. 8 years from date of issuance.

5. Before backing up, you should: Turn your head and look through the rear window. Flash your lights. Rely on your mirrors to see if it is clear to proceed. Open your door to see if it is clear to proceed.

6. When you are driving in the left lane of a 4-lane freeway and wish to exit on the right, you should: Carefully cross all the lanes at one time. Accelerate so you travel faster than all other traffic on the highway. Slow before beginning each lane change. Change lanes one at a time until you are in the proper lane.

7. Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if: The sides of the truck bed are at least 18 inches high. They are properly secured. The tailgate of the truck is closed. The driver has at least 3 years of driving experience.

8. When are you required to have your license or permit with you? Any time that you are operating a motor vehicle. Only when you are driving out of state. When you are driving at night Only when you need proof of your identification. You don't need to carry your license or permit with you at any time.

9. When driving in fog, you should use your ____. Hazard flashers. Low beam headlights. High beam headlights. Parking lights.

10. Before driving into an intersection after a stop, you should look: Straight ahead and to the left. Left and right only. Left, right and ahead. Straight ahead and to the right.

11. Using the unpaved shoulder of the road to pass to the right of a car is permitted if: The car ahead is waiting to turn left. It should never be done. You are turning right at the next corner. You are riding a motorcycle.

12. Which of the following is true about a licensed noncommercial class c- operator? The driver may drive cars, pickups and trucks whose gross vehicle weight is 16,000 lbs or less. The driver may drive cars, pickups and trucks whose gross vehicle weight is 17, 500 lbs or less. The driver may not drive trucks, but may drive cars and pickups whose gross vehicle weight is 17, 500 lbs or less None of the statements are true. The driver may not drive trucks, but may drive cars and pickups whose gross vehicle weight is 16,000 lbs or less.

13. When you park uphill on a street with a curb Turn the back wheels into the curb. Keep the front wheel straight-- set the parking brake. Turn the front wheels away from the curb. Turn the front wheels towards the curb.

14. 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.

15. You drive along a street and hear a siren. you cannot immediately see the emergency vehicle. you should Keep driving until you see the vehicle. Pull to the curb and look to see if it is on your street. Slow down but don't stop until you see it. Speed up and turn at the next intersection.

16. Drivers who eat and drink while driving: Are better drivers because they are not hungry. Have no driving errors. Have trouble controlling their vehicles. Have trouble driving slow.

17. The minimum drinking age in this state is ____ years. 9 18 21 20

18. When making a turn, you must ____ your speed. Increase. Maintain. Vary. Reduce.

19. If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane, you should Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing. Make sure the pedestrian can see you before proceeding. Cautiously drive around the pedestrian.

20. 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.

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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.