Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. An approaching driver at night blinds you by failing to dim their high beam headlights. where should you look? Towards the right side of the road. Towards the wheels of the approaching vehicle. Straight down the middle of the road. Towards the left side of the road.

2. Which of these statements is not true about road workers? Road working equipment is painted orange. Fines are doubled for some violations committed in construction zones. White signs tell you of closed lanes and roadwork ahead. All of the above.

3. 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.

4. If there are double solid yellow lines in the center of the roadway, you: May cross the lines to turn left into a private driveway. Are on a two-lane one-way street. Should treat the lines as a solid wall and not cross for any reason. May cross the lines to pass slower traffic.

5. You may continue carefully through a yellow light if: There is an emergency vehicle crossing your lane. There are no pedestrians crossing. You are turning right. You are within the intersection.

6. If you want to park downhill and there is no curb, which way do you turn your front wheels? Towards the road. Parallel to the road. Towards the side of the road. Either way, since there is no curb.

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. Before entering a roundabout, you must slow down and yield to: Bicyclists in the roundabout. All of the above. Vehicles in the roundabout. Pedestrians in the roundabout.

9. Before changing lanes, drivers should Check behind and look into side mirrors. Check the speed and look over shoulder toward the rear. Check side mirrors and look into rearview mirror Check mirrors and look over shoulder toward the rear.

10. To turn right onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start in the right lane and end in: The left lane. The lane closest to the curb. Any lane that is available. All of the above.

11. How should you yield to a school bus when approaching them in flashing amber lights? None of the answers listed. You must slow down to no less than 20 mph and come to a complete stop at least 5 feet from the bus. You must slow down to no more than 20 mph and come to a complete stop at least 15 feet from the bus You must slow down to no more than 35 mph and come to a complete stop at least 15 feet from the bus. You must slow down to no less than 35 mph and come to a complete stop at least 5 feet from the bus.

12. Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are divided by ____ lines. Black. Yellow. White. Red.

13. Before you change lanes, you should: Be sure no one is behind you in your lane. Check your mirrors and look over your shoulder. Never look over your right shoulder. Only check your side mirrors.

14. 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.

15. While driving, how can you conserve gasoline by looking well ahead of your vehicle Both a and c. By slowing down gradually. By reducing the need to stop quickly. By accelerating quickly around and slow-moving traffic.

16. You want to go into a store to make a quick purchase. you should: Leave the car running and set the parking brake. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, but set the parking brake only if on a slope. Leave the car running if you do not plan on being absent for longer than five minutes.

17. A barrier of grass, concrete, or other material separating two roadways, including interstate highways is known as A gore area. A crosswalk. A shoulder A median.

18. What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not have signals (such as lights or crossing gates) Always bring the car to a complete stop. Slow down and be prepared to stop. Do nothing-- all railroad crossings have signals Increase speed to get across the tracks quickly.

19. Bac means: Blood alcohol concentration. Blood alcohol content. Blood alcohol conservation.

20. To avoid traction loss from hydroplaning, you should: Slow down. Apply the brakes firmly. Drive at a constant speed.

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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.