Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following contributes to improved traffic flow? Lowering the speed limit on major freeways. Not slowing down to look at an accident scene. Using your car instead of public transportation. Raising the speed limit on major freeways.

2. Th e safe and legal passing of another vehicle requires that a driver: Make sure the passing lane is clear of traffic, and checks behind and to the left to make sure another car is not attempting to pass. All answers are correct. Apply the brake and slow down Pass when the lane marking is a solid line.

3. Before turning, you should: Change lanes. Use your signal. Turn the wheel. Increase your speed.

4. When looking ahead of your vehicle while driving, you should look: Straight ahead at all times. Only at the car ahead of you. Straight ahead only if there are no vehicles behind you. Back and forth, near and far.

5. There are two traffic lanes in your direction. you are driving in the left lane and many vehicles are passing you on the right. if the driver behind you wishes to drive faster, you should: Drive onto the left shoulder to let the other vehicles pass. Move over into the right lane when it is safe. Stay in your lane so you don't impede the traffic flow.

6. How many seconds do you need to safely pass another vehicle when traveling 55 mph? September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017

7. Allow a larger space cushion when stopping: At a stop sign. On an up-hill. At an intersection. At a toll plaza.

8. Which of the following is an example of changing lanes? Both changing from one lane to another lane and merging onto a roadway from an entrance ramp. Changing from one lane to another lane. Parking in a parking space in a shopping center Pulling out of your driveway. Exiting an entrance ramp and merging onto a roadway.

9. When driving in traffic, it is safest to: Fluctuate your speed to keep alert. Drive slower than the flow of traffic. Drive faster than the flow of traffic. Drive with the flow of traffic.

10. Aggressive drivers Run stop signs, speed, tailgate, weave in and out of traffic, make improper lane changes, honk. Take out their frustrations on other motorists. Are high risk drivers. All of the above.

11. Which of these is true about other drivers? Drivers always obey traffic signs and signals. Drivers using turn signals always turn in the direction indicated. Never assume other drivers will give you the right-of-way. Drivers operating larger vehicles are safer drivers.

12. Alcohol causes Loss of concentration. All of the above. Poor judgment. Slower judgment.

13. While all of the following are dangerous to do while driving, which is also illegal? Reading a road map. Traveling slower than other traffic. Adjusting your outside mirrors. Listening to music through a set of dual headphones.

14. 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.

15. To guard against glare from the headlights of a vehicle behind you, you must use ____ and adjust it before you drive. A reflective mirror. A day-night mirror. A dark-colored mirror. A lighting filter.

16. When driving at night you should: Always use your high beams. Increase your following distance. Look directly at the headlights of the oncoming vehicle.

17. Which of the following age groups has the shortest driver's license expiration date? Ages 18-21. Ages 21-66. All groups have the same driver's license expiration dates Ages 72 or older. Ages 66-71.

18. Before turning left, the right-of-way should be given to oncoming cars: Until most cars have passed. That are more than 500 ft away. Unless they are turning right. Until it is safe to turn.

19. You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle by: Driving as near to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping. Moving into the right lane and driving slowly until it has passed. Stopping immediately, even if you are in an intersection. Accelerate to get out of the way of the emergency vehicle.

20. 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.

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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.