Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following is true - people driving under the influence of alcohol are Not a problem. Every driver's problem whether they drink or not. A police enforcement problem only Only a problem to those who drink.

2. If there are still other vehicles in the intersection when your red light turns green, you should: Enter the intersection and wait for traffic to clear. Move ahead only if you can go around the other vehicles safely. Wait until the vehicles clear the intersection before entering. Enter the intersection because you have the right-of-way.

3. To reduce the effects of headlight glare at night, you should look: To the right edge of the road. Over your shoulder. Straight ahead At the center of the road.

4. Which of the following offenses is not a moving violation? Failure to stop at a stop sign. Failure to wear a seat belt. Operating while intoxicated Travelling at excessive speeds. Improper lane change.

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

6. Your license can be suspended for being convicted of 3 moving violations in what time period? 12 months. 3 years. Your entire lifetime 6 months. 5 years.

7. 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.

8. You come to an intersection which is blocked by other traffic. you should Go slowly until the traffic ahead moves. Get as close as possible to the other car. Stay out of the intersection until you can pass through. Sound your horn to make the cars move up.

9. If your turn signals fail, you should use ____ to indicate you are turning. Your horn. Hand signals. Your emergency flashers. Your headlights.

10. Before you leave a parking space which is parallel to the curb you should Sound your horn. Turn on your 4-way flasher. Look for traffic by turning your head Look for traffic by using your inside rear-view mirror.

11. How do out-of-state convictions affect your status in regards to licensing in iowa? None of the answers listed. You may have your license suspended or revoked. You will be given a warning Out-of-state convictions don't apply in iowa. You will be given probation.

12. When traveling behind a motorcycle: Allow a following distance of at least 2 car lengths. Allow a following distance of at least 4 motorcycle lengths. Allow at least 2 seconds of following distance. Allow at least 4 seconds of following distance.

13. When making a right turn on a green light, you must: Maintain normal driving speed. Stop and look for oncoming traffic. Yield to pedestrians. Increase your normal driving speed.

14. When you are driving slowly in the freeway fast lane, blocking traffic which wishes to pass, you should: Change lanes to the right when it is safe to do so. Only change lanes when there are five or more vehicles behind you. Not change lanes when you are driving the speed limit. Turn your emergency lights on to signal other vehicles that they need to use another lane.

15. You should increase your following distance At night or if it is raining. When the roads are slippery. All of the above.

16. What is the required fee to obtain a disability parking identification permit? 10 15 25 There is no fee. 20

17. Before changing lanes or attempting to pass another vehicle, you should: Check your blind spots, mirrors, and look over shoulder toward the rear. Signal your intention before changing lanes. All of the above

18. 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.

19. Pedestrians crossing at corners have the right-of-way: Only at controlled intersections. Whether or not a crosswalk is marked. Only when a crosswalk is painted on the street. Only when crossing on green signal.

20. Which of the following is true of slippery roads? Shaded areas may have hidden ice spots that freeze first/dry last. Bridges and overpasses usually freeze before roads do. Wet leaves cause slipping, and wet ice is slicker than ice alone. All of the above.

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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.