Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. 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:.

2. Which of these is a good way to spot driving hazards? Focus on the vehicle ahead. Focus on your inside mirrors. Scan ahead of your vehicle. Always use your high-beam headlights.

3. When meeting a car with blinding headlights, you should: Flash your lights on and off to warn the other driver. Dim your lights and then speed up to pass quickly. Look away and toward the right side of the road Use your bright lights until the other vehicle dims theirs.

4. A moped permit will be canceled if you were involved in ____. A dui. A hit and run. A moving traffic violation A traffic accident. A parking violation.

5. 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.

6. What is the only effective way to remove alcohol from the body? Cold shower. Strong coffee. Time.

7. When driving on a one-way street with 3 or more lanes of traffic, you must use The outside lanes for turning and the center lanes for through travel. The outside lanes for through travel and turning. The center lanes for through travel and turning The outside lanes for through travel and the center lanes for turning.

8. You must not cross a double line to pass another vehicle if the line on your side: Is a broken yellow one. Is a solid or double solid yellow one. Has double raised yellow dots. Is none of the above.

9. What can you do to avoid the need to make emergency (or 'panic') stops while driving in traffic? Drive in the right lane only. Honk your horn to make others aware of your presence. Drive slower than the flow of traffic. Look ahead and maintain a safe following distance.

10. 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.

11. A flashing red light at an intersection means: Slow and go with caution. Stop and yield the right of way. Stop and wait for the green light

12. When following another vehicle you should use: Low beams. High beams. Parking lights.

13. What is the annual fee for a commercial driver's license (cdl)? 10 15 8 20 There is no annual fee.

14. Lap and shoulder belt combinations in your car are: Not effective at slow speeds. Usually safer than lap belts only. Required because they help prevent accidents. Most effective in busy traffic.

15. A green arrow showing at the same time as the red traffic light means: Vehicles going in the direction shown by the arrow must stop. Do not go in the direction of the arrow until the traffic light turns green. You may go in the direction of the arrow with caution. Road closed ahead, go in the direction of the arrow.

16. If your driver's license expires during active duty with the armed forces, how many months can it be extended? Eight months. One month. Twelve months Six months. Three months.

17. When you are driving slowly in the freeway fast lane, blocking traffic which wishes to pass, you should: Change lanes to the right when it is safe to do so. Only change lanes when there are five or more vehicles behind you. Not change lanes when you are driving the speed limit. Turn your emergency lights on to signal other vehicles that they need to use another lane.

18. You may avoid the risks of alcohol-related crashes by Doing any of the above. Deciding before you start drinking that you are not going to drive. Calling a taxi. Simply saying ' no thanks, i'm driving' if someone offers you a drink.

19. You drive defensively when you: Look only at the car in front of you while driving. Always put one car length between you and the car ahead. Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards

20. If you miss your exit on a freeway, you should not: Back up on the road or shoulder. Proceed to the next exit where you can re-enter the freeway and return to your proper exit. Continue on the freeway and find an alternative route

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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.