Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following is a dangerous thing to do in work zones? Tailgate another vehicle. Fail to carefully watch for workers and moving equipment. All of the above

2. When you drive through a construction zone, you should: Decrease your following distance. Slow down to watch the workers. Pass the construction zone carefully and not 'rubberneck'

3. As you drive, you're required to stop your vehicle: Where there is a red light. At an intersection with a stop sign. When a traffic officer orders you to stop. All of the above.

4. When taking any medicine, you should: Consult your doctor about the effects before driving. Have someone follow you home. Keep your window open and drive more slowly.

5. A roundabout is a circular intersection in which vehicles travel around a center island in ____ direction. A counterclockwise. Any. A clockwise. A straight-line.

6. When driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice: Maintain traction by following other vehicles closely. Pump your brakes to keep them from freezing. Shift to a low gear before going down steep hills. Accelerate rapidly to improve traction.

7. The minimum drinking age in this state is ____ years. 9 18 21 20

8. Orange construction signs warn you: Of workers and road equipment ahead. That there are driver services ahead. Of an accident ahead. That you will have to come to a complete stop shortly.

9. How do you signal to other drivers that you are about to slow down? All of the listed answers are correct. Because your brake lights will light up as you brake. None of the listed answers are correct You should turn on your emergency lights for 2 seconds. You should flash your tail lights on and off.

10. When merging onto a freeway, you should be driving: As slow and careful as possible. At the legal freeway speed limit. Slower than the freeway traffic. At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic.

11. Blocking an intersection during rush hour traffic is: Not permitted unless some of the cross traffic can get around you. Not permitted under any circumstances. Not permitted unless you have the right-of-way. Permitted if you are riding a motorcycle.

12. 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

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

14. You may drive around or under a gate that is being lowered or raised at a railroad crossing As long as an approaching train is not too close. If your vehicle can do so without damaging the gate. If you first look carefully in both directions. Under no circumstances.

15. When you park on the roadway, you should: Use your 4-way flashers. Park at an angle. Keep your turn signals on. Turn your lights on.

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

17. A 'no stopping' sign means that, unless directed to do so by a policeman, you may stop only Long enough to unload packages. To avoid conflict with other traffic. To discharge passengers For less than 5 minutes.

18. 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.

19. According to the iowa implied consent law for both resident and nonresident drivers: An arrested driver may be asked to submit to a chemical test to determine the alcohol content in his/her blood. Refusal to submit to chemical testing will result in the driver's driving privileges being withdrawn. All of the above

20. When parking your vehicle on any hill: One of your rear wheels should touch the curb. Use your parking brake and leave the vehicle in park. Your front wheels should be parallel to the road if there is no curb. Always turn your wheels towards the curb.

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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.