Iowa DMV Driving Test

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1. 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.

2. If you are stopped at an intersection and the traffic light just turned green, can you go immediately? Yes, you now have the right-of-way. Yes, but yield to any vehicle or person still in the intersection. Yes, other traffic or pedestrians must yield to you. Yes, if you are going straight through the intersection.

3. Which of the following will help you avoid getting rear-ended? Signaling at least 100 feet before turning. Decreasing your following distance. Quickly pumping your brakes just before turning. Driving slower than other traffic.

4. 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.

5. What are the colors of a sign which tells you the distance to the next exit of a highway? Yellow with black letters. Black with white letters. Red with white letters Green with white letters.

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

7. What should you do if your engine stalls while you are driving? Hold your steering wheel tightly (power steering is difficult). Shift your transmission to neutral. Try to re-start, if unable, stop off road, using 4-way flashers. All of the above.

8. Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if: The sides of the truck bed are at least 18 inches high. They are properly secured. The tailgate of the truck is closed. The driver has at least 3 years of driving experience.

9. What should you do if your accelerator sticks while you are driving? Concentrate on steering and seeing the road. Pump the accelerator and try to clear any obstruction. Shift to neutral, brake and stop off of the road, turn on flashers. All of the above.

10. Broken yellow lines (dashes) are used on streets and highways to: Indicate no passing zones. Separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions. Separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction

11. ____ limit(s) your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory. Only a blood alcohol level greater than the legal limit. Even the smallest amount of alcohol. Alcohol does not. Only a blood alcohol level greater than .05.

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. A solid white line on the right edge of the highway slants in towards your left. that shows that There is an intersection just ahead. You are approaching a construction area. You will be required to turn left just ahead. The road will get narrower.

14. Orange is the basic color of signs used in construction work zones to alert drivers. False. True.

15. What is the most important part of your vehicle when driving in bad weather? None of the listed answers are correct. The brightness of your headlights. The strength of your steering The power of your engine. The condition of your tires.

16. Seatbelts are not effective: When traveling faster than 40 mph. At slow speeds. In the city. Seat belts are always effective.

17. Using the unpaved shoulder of the road to pass to the right of a car is permitted if: The car ahead is waiting to turn left. It should never be done. You are turning right at the next corner. You are riding a motorcycle.

18. Which of the following statements is true about the validation of your chauffeur license? Licenses cost $10 per year, expires every new year, but remains valid for another 60 days. Licenses cost $10 per year, expires on your birthday, but remains valid for another 90 days. Licenses cost $8 per year, expires on your birthday, but remains valid for another 60 days Licenses cost $10 per year, expires on your birthday, but remains valid for another 60 days. Licenses cost $8 per year, expires on your birthday, but remains valid for another 90 days.

19. 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.

20. If you want to park downhill and there is no curb, which way do you turn your front wheels? Towards the road. Parallel to the road. Towards the side of the road. Either way, since there is no 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.