Iowa DMV Driving Test

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

2. When two vehicles arrive at an intersection at the same time, which one has the right-of-way when no signs or signals indicate rules? The car approaching from the right has the right of way. The car in which the driver sounds his horn first has the right of way. The car that is traveling faster has the right-of-way The car approaching from the left has the right-of-way.

3. Which of these statements is true about changing lanes Look over your right shoulder for a right lane change and your left shoulder for a left lane change. Vehicles with two outside mirrors do not have blind spots. You only need to turn and look over your right shoulder for lane changes to the right or left.

4. How should you handle the emergency of a flat tire? All of the answers listed. Attempt to pull off the road. Ease off the gas and lightly brake gradually Keep the vehicle going straight as best you can. None of the answers listed.

5. To enter a freeway: Make a complete stop before entering the freeway. Drive slowly so you can check traffic. Signal, yield, and enter at the same speed that traffic is moving Signal and enter the freeway. freeway traffic must yield.

6. Which of the following is an example of changing lanes? Both changing from one lane to another lane and merging onto a roadway from an entrance ramp. Changing from one lane to another lane. Parking in a parking space in a shopping center Pulling out of your driveway. Exiting an entrance ramp and merging onto a roadway.

7. Passing is prohibited when: You are within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing. The vehicle you are following has a slow-moving vehicle symbol. You would be required to pass to the right of a left turning vehicle. - see more at:.

8. Streets and highways are most slippery: Just after it starts to rain. When it has been raining hard for several hours. When they are clean and dry

9. What might happen when a child was left inside an enclosed car on a hot day? The child will suffer from severe damage to the brain, liver and kidneys. All of the answers listed. The child will lose body fluids and salt The child will suffer heat exhaustion. The child will suffer from heat stroke.

10. You may cross solid yellow lines: During daylight hours only. At any time. To pass traffic moving in the same direction. When making turns.

11. Drinking alcohol and driving is A minor traffic safety problem. A serious traffic safety problem. Safe if you only have a few drinks Only dangerous to the driver who drinks.

12. Aggressive drivers Run stop signs, speed, tailgate, weave in and out of traffic, make improper lane changes, honk. Take out their frustrations on other motorists. Are high risk drivers. All of the above.

13. If your vehicle has a steering wheel lock, should you ever turn off the ignition while it is moving? No, the steering wheel may lock and you can lose control of your vehicle. Yes, turning off the ignition will not affect the steering control. No, unless you want to coast downhill. Yes, but be prepared to skid if you step on the brakes too hard.

14. Broken yellow lines (dashes) are used on streets and highways to: Indicate no passing zones. Separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions. Separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction

15. 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.

16. 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.

17. As you drive, you're required to stop your vehicle: Where there is a red light. At an intersection with a stop sign. When a traffic officer orders you to stop. All of the above.

18. 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.

19. A single solid white line across a road at an intersection means that a motorist must ____ for a traffic signal or sign. Stop behind the line. Stop after the line. Slow down after crossing the line. Cross the line.

20. All cars and pickup trucks have been required to be manufactured with seat belts since what year? 1956 1966 1986 1996 1976

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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.