Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. 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.

2. Unless noted, what is the expiration on a license for persons older than 17 years, 11 months and younger than 72 years in iowa? 5 years from date of issuance. 7 years from date of issuance. Randomly selected between 5 and 8 years Randomly selected between 5 and 7 years. 8 years from date of issuance.

3. 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

4. When the driver behind you wants to pass, you should: Go the same speed. Slow down to allow room in front of your vehicle and for the other driver to complete the pass sooner. Change lanes Speed up.

5. The amount of alcohol in the blood is referred to as: Blood alcohol concentration (bac). Implied consent (ic). Rate of alcohol consumption (rac).

6. A curb painted with yellow lines indicate that the driver May park for one hour. May stop only long enough to load or unload. May stop until the road is clear to pass. May stop only long enough to make a quick turn.

7. 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.

8. When making a u-turn, you must not Yield the right-of-way to oncoming vehicles. Give a turn signal. Make it on a curve in the road or near a hill Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.

9. 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.

10. If an oncoming vehicle has started to turn left in front of you: Maintain your speed and take your right-of-way. Slow or stop your car to prevent an accident. Honk your horn to warn the other driver and maintain your speed. Accelerate so you can clear the dangerous area quicker.

11. When backing out of an angled parking space, you should always move slowly and: Look at your rearview mirror. Look over your right shoulder. Have someone outside of the vehicle direct you.

12. On long trips you can prevent drowsiness by Turning on your car radio. Slowing down so you can react better. Stopping at regular intervals for a rest Moving your eyes from side to side as you drive.

13. If you are driving and you find that nothing seems to help you stay awake, you should: Turn on your air-conditioner and drink coffee. Open your windows and turn up the radio. Pull off the road, park, remove your ignition key and rest. Drive faster so you can reach your destination quicker.

14. 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.

15. 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.

16. If you are getting tired while driving, you should: Drink something with caffeine. Stop an either get rest or change drivers. Open a window.

17. The 'implied consent law' says you have agreed to take a test for the alcohol content of your blood: Whenever you drive in the state. On the advice of any attorney. Only if ordered by a court. Only if you were observed breaking the law.

18. To avoid sudden last-minute moves, how far ahead should you look when scanning the road for hazards? 4 to six seconds. Six to eight seconds. 10 to 15 seconds. 15 to 30 seconds.

19. When driving, you should stay at least: 20 feet behind the vehicle in front of you. One car length for each 10 mph of speed behind the vehicle in front of you. Three seconds behind the vehicle in front of you. Five seconds behind the vehicle in front of you.

20. 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

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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.