Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Before passing another vehicle, you should signal: After changing lanes. Early enough so others know your plans. At any time. Just before changing lanes.

2. An intersection has a stop sign, crosswalk, but no stop line. you must stop Before the crosswalk. 50 feet before the intersection. Where you think the stop line would be. With your front wheels in the crosswalk.

3. At an intersection with a stop sign, you should stop and: Look left first, then right, then left again. Look right first, then left, then right again. Go when the vehicle ahead of you goes. Check your rearview mirror for cars tailgating.

4. When you park on the roadway, you should: Use your 4-way flashers. Park at an angle. Keep your turn signals on. Turn your lights on.

5. When a vehicle is hydroplaning the: Spray from large trucks reduce visibility. Windshield wipers cannot keep the windshield clear of rain. Tires lose contact with the road surface.

6. When driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice: Maintain traction by following other vehicles closely. Pump your brakes to keep them from freezing. Shift to a low gear before going down steep hills. Accelerate rapidly to improve traction.

7. You are on a highway with two traffic lanes in your direction and you see a vehicle stopped on the right shoulder of the road ahead with its hazard lights on. you should: Change lanes to the left and speed up. Slow down and pass very carefully. Stop your vehicle until you can see what happened. Stop your vehicle and call emergency services.

8. On a multilane roundabout, if you intend to exit the roundabout less than halfway around it, use The left lane. The right lane. The center lane None of the above.

9. Why should drivers and passengers adjust seat headrests in motor vehicles? It helps people relax, relieving the stress of driving. It helps people avoid and reduce the severity of neck injuries. It lets people maintain their hair styles. Tired people can prop up their heads, helping them stay alert.

10. Which of the following is used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turning Flashing red lights. Flashing yellow lights. White lines on the side of the road. White arrows in the middle of the lanes.

11. Which of the following information should you bring when getting your license number? Birth certificate. Green card. High school diploma certificate Social security number. Passport.

12. Which of the following is not a proper step for parallel parking on the right side of the road? Put on your turn signal to warn other drivers that you intend to park. Straighten your wheels and pull forward to center the vehicle in the parking space. As the front of your vehicle clears the back of the vehicle in front of you, turn your wheels sharply to the left and continue backing slowly until the back of your vehicle almost touches the vehicle behind you. Back quickly, turning your steering wheel to the left to aim the back of your vehicle towards the front of the vehicle behind you.

13. How many ft ahead before a turn must you use your turn signal if the speed limit is greater than 45 mph? 100 ft. 200 ft. 400 ft. 300 ft. 50 ft.

14. You should use a turn-out lane when: You want to make a u-turn. Faster drivers want to pass you. You want to pass another driver. You want to park your vehicle on the road.

15. A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means: Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching. Look both ways as you cross the intersection. Always come to a full stop at the intersection. Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.

16. In iowa, if you are under what age must you take a driver education course? 16 17 18 19 21

17. If you must park your vehicle in an area not usually used for parking: Park 5 feet from the curb. Make sure your vehicle is visible to drivers approaching from either direction. Park with your back-up lights on

18. You drive defensively when you: Look only at the car in front of you while driving. Always put one car length between you and the car ahead. Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards

19. Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive? Tranquilizers, marijuana and sedatives. Cough syrups and cold tablets containing codeine or antihistamines. All of the above.

20. While driving on a roadway with single broken white line markings: You may cross it to change lanes. You must stay within your lane. You may change lanes only if in the left lane.

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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.