Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. If you are approaching a railroad crossing with red flashing lights, you must: Stop and then proceed when safe. Stop only if you see a train coming. Slow down before crossing. Proceed without stopping if you cannot see the train coming.

2. If you experience a tire blowout Slow down gradually and use brakes lightly. Tap or pump the brakes. Apply the brakes firmly.

3. What is the maximum age for a male that a driver's license application will serve as consent to be registered the united states selective service system? 20 25 35 30 There is no maximum age.

4. Under what condition would you not be eligible for a work permit? You do not install an ignition interlock device on your vehicle, if you have been convicted of an owi. All of the listed answers are not eligible for a work permit. All of the listed answers are eligible for a work permit You are under the age of 18. You are driving a commercial vehicle.

5. Check your rearview mirrors: To see if a vehicle is in your blind spot. Only when you are slowing down. Often to see how traffic is moving behind you.

6. When turning left at an intersection: You should never yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. You should always yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Oncoming traffic and pedestrians should yield to you.

7. What effect might alcohol and another drug have when combined in your blood Increase the effects of both. Have no effect on driving ability. Reduce the effects of the drug or medicine Reduce the effects of the alcohol.

8. Which of the following people may be distracted and/or inattentive? Children running into the street. Drivers with many passengers and/or unfamiliar with an area. Delivery and road repair/construction workers. All of the above.

9. 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.

10. Tailgating other drivers: Cannot result in a traffic citation. Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry. Reduces accidents by preventing you from being cut off. Helps fight traffic congestion.

11. Vehicles stopped behind a school bus when the red lights are flashing must remain stopped until: All students are off the bus. The stop arm is retracted and the bus resumes motion. The stop arm is retracted.

12. When is it ok to drive faster than the posted speed limit? If you don't see any other traffic in your lane. As long as it takes to safely pass another vehicle. Never.

13. How do out-of-state convictions affect your status in regards to licensing in iowa? None of the answers listed. You may have your license suspended or revoked. You will be given a warning Out-of-state convictions don't apply in iowa. You will be given probation.

14. When you are towing a trailer: You must not drive faster than 45 mph. The trailer must not swerve from side to side at any speed. You must have special permission from the state to do so. All of the above.

15. When driving near road construction zones, you should Pass the construction zone carefully and avoid rubbernecking. Step on your brakes just before you pass the construction zone. Slow down to watch the construction as you pass. Honk your horn to warn the workers that you are approaching.

16. Blood alcohol content (bac) depends on each of the following except Your body weight. How much you drink. How much time passes between drinks How physically fit you are.

17. Which of the following influence the effects of alcohol The amount of food in the stomach. The body weight of an individual. How much time passes between drinks All 3 choices.

18. If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will: Increase your chances of an accident. Get you to your destination much faster and safer. Help prevent traffic congestion

19. Which of the following does alcohol affect Recovery from headlight glare. Reaction time. Judgement of distances All of these choices.

20. 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.

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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.