Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. You are driving in the left lane and want to change to the right lane. you should: Check mirrors, signal and look over your left shoulder for vehicles before changing lanes. Check mirrors, signal and look over both shoulders for vehclies around your vehicle before changing lanes. Check mirrors, signal and look over your right shoulder for vehicles before changing lanes. Check mirrors, signal, look around your vehicle for other vehicles and accelerate slightly to change lanes.

2. How should you keep pace with traffic in order to exercise safe driving? Drive faster than traffic. Drive much faster than traffic. Drive much slower than traffic Drive slower than traffic. Keep pace with traffic as long as you don't exceed the posted speed limit.

3. 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:.

4. A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection has the same requirements as which of the following? A slow sign. A stop sign. An intersection sign. A yield sign.

5. When driving on slick roads, you should: Take turns more slowly. Accelerate quickly. Change lanes quickly. Brake hard.

6. Use your high-beam headlights at night: As little as possible. Only on unlit streets. Whenever it is legal and safe. Always on a highway.

7. 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.

8. Where should you start your u-turn on a street with two lanes in each direction? Always use the center left turn lane. The left lane. The right lane. Any available lane.

9. If you are unable to see the road ahead while driving through heavy rain or fog, and your wipers do not help, you should: Turn on your high-beams and continue driving. Pull off the road completely until visibility improves. Slow down and continue driving. Slow down, turn your emergency lights on and continue driving.

10. 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

11. Which of the following driving skills are affected by the use of alcohol and/or drugs? Alertness and concentration. Reaction time and coordination. All of the above are affected

12. It is best not to drive in the fog, but if you must do so, you should use: Low-beam lights. High beam lights. Fog lights only. Windshield wipers.

13. What does a flashing yellow light mean Merging traffic. Come to a full stop. Pedestrian crossing Proceed with caution.

14. If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track: Go through when one of the tracks is free. Go through as soon as the train passes. Wait until you have a clear view of both tracks. Stop on the railroad track and watch for another train.

15. How long before your license expires can you apply for renewal? 180 days. 30 days. You can apply for renewal at any time 60 days. 90 days.

16. How do you signal to other drivers that you are about to slow down? All of the listed answers are correct. Because your brake lights will light up as you brake. None of the listed answers are correct You should turn on your emergency lights for 2 seconds. You should flash your tail lights on and off.

17. At a light rail intersection, always Look both ways before crossing tracks. Pay attention and obey all traffic signals. All of these. Share the road with pedestrians and bicyclists.

18. You are driving on a two-way street and want to turn left at the corner. give the right-of-way to: Pedestrians on a sidewalk waiting for a walk signal. Vehicles stopped at the red light. Any vehicle coming towards you.

19. At dawn or dusk, and in rain, fog or snow, it can be hard to see other drivers and be seen by them. a good way to let other drivers know you are present is to: Use your horn every once in a while. Turn on your parking lights. Turn on your high beam headlights. Turn on your low beam headlights.

20. Roads are slippery after it first starts to rain. when the road is slippery you should: Test your tires' traction while going uphill. Avoid making fast turns and fast stops. Decrease the distance you look ahead of your vehicle.

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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.