Iowa DMV Motorcycle Test

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1. The best way to lessen your chances of skidding on a slippery surface is to Slow down before you get to the slippery surface. Drag your feet on the ground. Ride on the shoulder of the road Do all of the above.

2. The best way to deal with tailgaters is to Speed up to match their speed. Slow down. Allow them to pass you Beep your horn.

3. The best way to be seen by other drivers is to Make sure your headlight is turned on. Wear a bright helmet. Only ride during the day Ride in the left lane position.

4. While driving in the city and looking ahead for hazards, you should be checking at least ____ ahead. Three blocks. Two blocks. One-half block. One block.

5. When carrying a passenger, your motorcycle will Respond slower than normal. Easily tip over. Respond quicker than normal Respond the same as without a passenger.

6. When approaching an intersection where a vehicle may cross your path Come to a complete stop even if you have the right-of-way. Always yield to vehicles approaching the intersection. Beep your horn to warn other drivers Cover the clutch and brake to reduce your reaction time.

7. Keeping your distance is important when traveling. what does keeping your distance provide you? Better gas mileage and space to maneuver. Time to react and space to maneuver. Time to swerve and quick stop Time to honk your horn and maneuver. Time to honk your horn and react.

8. If both braking and swerving are required to avoid hitting an object, in which order should you brake and swerve? You can only brake before swerving, never after. Brake before or after swerving. Swerve while braking. Brake while swerving.

9. How can you make your brake light more noticeable to others? Ride in lighted areas. Flash your brake light. Avoid tailgating Use your high beam.

10. The most likely place for a collision is A residential area. An intersection. A multilane highway A school zone.

11. Pavement is likely to be slippery On multilane roads. Soon after it has started to rain. In rural areas On a windy day.

12. If your throttle sticks while riding, you should first Apply the front brake. Twist it back and forth to free it. Pull in the clutch Apply the rear brake.

13. Other than wearing bright clothing, how can you increase your visibility? Wearing reflective clothing. Riding only in the left of the lane position. Wearing a full-face helmet. Decreasing your speed.

14. What is the best lane position for being seen? The best lane position changes depending on the situation. The center of the lane. The left part of the lane. The right part of the lane.

15. How can you increase your chances of being seen? Choose the best lane position. Use your headlight. Wear bright clothing All these answers are correct.

16. Which of the following is not an effect of alcohol? Dulled judgment. Increased alertness. Slower reactions. Impaired vision.

17. What does choosing the best lane position mean? Your space cushion is maximized. You are avoiding hazards on the road. You are not in a blind spot You are doing all of these.

18. You should avoid attaching cargo to a motorcycle with Elastic cords. Tank bags. Ropes Saddlebags.

19. Cross railroad tracks at an angle of at least 45 degrees because It allows you to cross the tracks quickly. At a smaller angle you may catch your tires. A larger angle would be unsafe It gives you the best view of oncoming trains.

20. When evaluating potential hazards, you should be looking for Other vehicles. All these answers are correct. Road characteristics Traffic controls.

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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.