Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. 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.

2. When driving at night you should: Always use your high beams. Increase your following distance. Look directly at the headlights of the oncoming vehicle.

3. If you experience a tire blowout Slow down gradually and use brakes lightly. Tap or pump the brakes. Apply the brakes firmly.

4. How many documents must you bring showing proof of your iowa residential address to obtain a license? One or two, depending on the type. One. There is no requirement to bring documents proving your address Two. Three.

5. You must yield the right-of-way at an intersection to: The car in the intersection. The car on your right. The car in the opposite lane of traffic. The car on your left.

6. You are driving defensively when you: Always put one car length between you and the car ahead of you. Stare at the car in front of you while driving. Keep your eyes moving and look for possible hazards. All of the above.

7. When you follow vehicles too closely and another driver suddenly cuts in front of you, what should you do? Swerve into the lane next to you. Slam on your brakes. Drive onto the shoulder of the road. Take your foot off the gas pedal.

8. To turn right onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start in the right lane and end in: The left lane. The lane closest to the curb. Any lane that is available. All of the above.

9. Where would the medical advance directive be located if the driver requests it? None of the answers listed. On a separate card from the driver's license. On the back of the license On the face of the license.

10. 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.

11. When taking any medicine, you should: Consult your doctor about the effects before driving. Have someone follow you home. Keep your window open and drive more slowly.

12. Before you change lanes, you should: Be sure no one is behind you in your lane. Check your mirrors and look over your shoulder. Never look over your right shoulder. Only check your side mirrors.

13. What are some telltale signs of a drunk driver? Driving slower than the normal traffic flow. All of the above. Quick and sudden stops. Weaving between lanes.

14. 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.

15. 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.

16. Which of the following would best improve traffic flow? Using public transportation. Eliminating the space cushion. Raising the speed limit. Banning cyclists from the road.

17. Who has the right-of-way when a vehicle approaches a pedestrian at an intersection with no crosswalks? The pedestrian. The pedestrian, but only when he/she has the green. The vehicle, but it should slow down. The vehicle, if it has the green.

18. A flashing red light on a traffic signal means: The same thing as a stop sign. Driving conditions are dangerous. You do not have to come to a complete stop. The traffic signal is broken.

19. Slowing down just to look at collisions or anything else out of the ordinary: Improves traffic flow by preventing collisions. Prevents rear-end collisions. Causes traffic congestion.

20. Which of the following is not a type of driver's license? Class 3 license. Commercial driver's license. Graduated driver's license Full license. Class m license.

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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.