Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. A driver who has been drinking is more likely to: Keep a 3-4 second following distance. Have a decreased reaction time. Yield right-of-way to emergency vehicles.

2. To establish identity and date of birth for iowa licensing purposes, at least how many documents are required from the approved list? 0 2 5 1 3

3. Which of the following would best improve traffic flow? Using public transportation. Eliminating the space cushion. Raising the speed limit. Banning cyclists from the road.

4. 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.

5. On slippery roads, you should: Go the speed limit, with caution. Not drive faster than 20 mph. Go faster Slow down.

6. You may cross a single solid white line in the highway Whenever you want to. If traffic conditions require. Only to turn into a driveway. Only to make a u-turn.

7. Traffic fatalities are ____ at night compared to daytime. About the same. About twice as high. About 3 to 4 times as high. About five to six times as high.

8. When getting ready to change lanes, you should Check your rearview mirror. Quickly turn your head to check for other vehicles. All of the above. Check your side view mirror.

9. If you are driving on a road with only one lane in each direction and you want to pass, but a curve ahead blocks your view, you must: Not pass the other vehicle. Signal longer than five seconds to pass safely. Increase your speed to pass safely. Honk your horn to make other drivers slow down.

10. Which of these is recommended for driving at night on a dimly lit street? Keep instrument lights bright to be more visible to other drivers. Briefly look at oncoming headlights so you will not be blinded. Drive slowly enough to stop within the area lit by your headlights. Always use high-beam headlights.

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

12. A driver who is taking a non-prescription drug should Read the labels on the drug before driving. Drink alcohol instead. Continue to drive Drive only during daylight hours.

13. As the percentage of alcohol (bac) in your blood increases, you become: More intoxicated. More sober. More coordinated.

14. 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.

15. How old must you be, at least, to get a chauffeur's instruction permit - restriction 4? 16 17 21 19 18

16. If your turn signals fail, you should use ____ to indicate you are turning. Your horn. Hand signals. Your emergency flashers. Your headlights.

17. You are driving defensively when you: Always put one car length between you and the car ahead of you. Stare at the car in front of you while driving. Keep your eyes moving and look for possible hazards. All of the above.

18. Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol content) The breathalyzer is a test of a person's bac. A chemical test for BAC is needed for an alcohol conviction. Bac levels are reduced by a person's physical fitness After drinking, coffee or a cold shower will lower your bac.

19. When approaching a curve or hilltop and you can not clearly view the road ahead, you should: Slow down so you can stop if necessary. Use your high beam lights to be more visible. Pull over and wait for conditions to improve. Honk the horn so other drivers notice you.

20. 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.

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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.