[FREE] Iowa DMV Permit Test Questions and Answers

Below we present to you the driving test questions in the state of Iowa, these questions you will face in the real test of driving in Iowa.

A collection of 50 Iowa driving test questions.

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Note: The correct answers are in bold.

Iowa DMV Permit Test Questions and Answers

1. You want to back out of your driveway. You see children playing nearby. Before you start to move your car, you should:

Rev your engine to warn the children that you are moving.

Sound your horn so the children will hear you.

Walk to the back of the car to be sure the way is clear.

Tell the children to stay away from the driveway.

2. Which of the following statements is true?

A sudden change in weather calls for a change in driving.

Be particularly aware of vehicles coming up behind you in inclement weather.

All of the above.

3. What are the colors of warning signs indicating upcoming hazards?

Black letters or symbols on a white background

Black letters or symbols on a yellow background

White letters or symbols on a blue background

White letters or symbols on a green background

4. This sign means:

Do not drink and drive.

Slippery when wet.

Road curves ahead.

5. A red arrow pointing to the right on a traffic light means you may:

Turn in that direction after slowing and checking for traffic.

Not turn in that direction until the light turns green.

Turn in that direction after you come to a complete stop.

6. Roads with double solid yellow line markings down the center indicate that passing is:

Allowed from both directions.

Allowed only from your direction of travel.

Not allowed from either direction.

7. Which of the following is most likely to be slippery in cold weather after snow or rain?

A hilly, open road

A residential road

A road in a shaded area

8. When approaching a police car, tow truck, or utility vehicle that is parked along the road while displaying its flashing lights, what should you do?

Stop abruptly.

Continue as usual.

Change lanes and slow to a reasonable and safe speed as you pass.

9. A broken yellow line beside a solid yellow line indicates that:

Passing is permitted from the lane next to the solid yellow line.

Passing is not permitted from either direction.

Passing is permitted from the lane next to the broken yellow line.

10. To enter a freeway:

Signal, yield to existing traffic, and enter at the same speed that traffic is moving.

Signal and enter the freeway. Freeway traffic must yield.

Drive slowly so you can check traffic.

Always come to a complete stop first.

11. This sign means:

You can travel in either direction in this lane.

There is two-way traffic.

You are approaching a divided highway.

12. This sign means:

Curve ahead.

Roadwork ahead.

Merging traffic.

No left turn.

13. What does an orange-colored sign indicate?

The start of a no passing zone.

A railroad crossing is ahead.

The presence of construction work.

14. Motorcycles, scooters, and mopeds are not easy to see; therefore, you should:

Slow down when driving.

Make constant visual checks.

Share a lane with a motorcycle.

15. A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection has the same requirements as:

A slow sign.

A yield sign.

A stop sign.

An intersection sign.

16. When driving past a vehicle that has just stopped in a parked position on the side of the road, you should:

Assume that the driver will open the car door as you approach.

Speed up.

Slam on your brakes.

Assume that the driver will wait for you to pass before opening the door.

17. When approaching a school bus stopped with its stop arm extended, drivers should:

Come to a complete stop and wait to proceed.

Honk their horn before passing the bus on its left.

Continue driving when they think most kids are probably done exiting the bus.

Pass the bus before its door opens.

18. You come to an intersection with a flashing red light. You must:

Slow down and drive carefully through the intersection.

Stop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light.

Stop at the intersection, then proceed as traffic allows.

19. If you experience a tire blowout:

Do not immediately use your brakes.

Gradually slow down and pull off the side of the road.

All of the above.

20. When making a turn, you must ____ your speed.

Increase

Maintain

Reduce

21. What should you do when you see this sign?

Look for a train station ahead.

Signal before going any further.

Slow down and yield for trains.

Stop.

22. Headlights are required when visibility is less than:

100 feet.

300 feet.

500 feet.

23. A leaky exhaust system in your vehicle is dangerous because it can cause:

A loss of hearing.

Pollution.

Carbon monoxide poisoning.

Poor engine performance.

24. This road sign means:

Sharp turn to the right.

Double curve.

Winding road.

Pavement ends.

25. “Highway hypnosis” is a driving condition that can result from:

Staring at the roadway for long periods of time.

Frequent rest stops.

Too much sleep the night before your trip.

Short trips on expressways.

26. If you drink alcohol socially, what helps ensure safe driving?

Drink coffee before driving.

Ride home with a friend who has not been drinking.

Take a cold shower before driving.

Stop drinking one half hour before driving.

27. This sign shows one type of:

Intersection.

Road curve.

Right turn.

28. Drivers turning left must yield to:

Overtaking cars.

Oncoming cars.

No one.

29. What does a single dashed yellow line separating traffic mean?

Drivers may pass if it is safe to do so.

Both lanes travel in the same direction.

Drivers may not pass.

Drivers may pass, even if it could be dangerous.

30. To prevent yourself from becoming an aggressive driver:

Relax and concentrate on driving.

Drive above the posted speed limit.

Tailgate the driver in front of you.

31. A broken yellow line beside a solid yellow line indicates that passing is:

Permitted from the side next to the solid yellow line.

Not permitted from either direction.

Permitted from the side next to the broken yellow line.

32. In traffic moving at 50 to 55 mph, you are least likely to have an accident if you:

Drive a few miles per hour faster than most other vehicles.

Stay within that speed range.

Drive a few miles per hour slower than most other vehicles.

33. A steady green traffic light at an intersection means:

Increase your speed.

Adjust your mirrors.

You may continue through the intersection at a safe and reasonable speed, if it is clear to do so.

34. This sign means:

Divided highway.

Railroad warning.

No passing zone.

35. If your car becomes disabled while on the highway, you should:

Stop in the right lane.

Park with all four wheels off the traveled highway, if possible.

Stop where you are.

36. A broken yellow line between two lanes of traffic means:

Both lanes of traffic are going in the same direction.

Passing is permitted when it's safe.

Passing is not permitted.

37. If you need to slow down while driving on a slippery road, the first thing you should do is:

Firmly apply your brakes.

Take your foot off the gas pedal.

Apply your parking brake.

Pump your brakes.

38. According to the Iowa Implied Consent Law:

An arrested driver may be asked to submit to a chemical test to determine the alcohol content of their blood.

Refusal to submit to chemical testing will result in a driver's driving privileges being withdrawn.

Both of the above.

39. At a four-way stop:

The driver to arrive first has the right-of-way.

The driver to arrive last has the right-of-way.

One driver should continue driving without stopping.

One driver should wave the other drivers ahead.

40. Fog can greatly reduce the visibility of other vehicles, pedestrians, and traffic signals. When driving in fog, you should:

Drive cautiously and reduce your speed.

Use low beam headlights to better illuminate the road and objects.

All of the above.

41. A distraction when driving is:

Anything that causes evasive action while driving.

Anything that takes your attention away from driving.

Anything that causes you to pay more attention to driving.

42. What message will be found on a red octagon-shaped sign?

Do not enter.

One-way.

Stop.

43. If you find yourself in a skid:

Brake lightly.

Stay off the brakes.

Brake abruptly.

44. You are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching while using its siren and flashing lights. You should:

Stop immediately in the intersection until it passes.

Pull to the right of the intersection and stop.

Continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and stop.

45. If a tire suddenly blows out while you are driving, you should:

Grip the steering wheel firmly, slow down, and exit the traffic lane.

Pump the brakes rapidly.

Brake hard and steer toward the right edge of the roadway.

46. This road sign means:

Keep right.

Keep left.

Pass with caution.

No passing.

47. Excessive speed:

Does not increase the chance of a crash.

Increases your ability to react to a hazard.

Often leads to high-risk decision-making.

48. You want to make a right turn at the corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. Before making your right turn, you should:

Turn off your engine until the person crosses the street.

Tell the pedestrian when to cross the street.

Wait until the person crosses the street.

49. After you have passed a vehicle moving in the same direction, it is safe to move back into the right lane:

After about three seconds.

When you can no longer see the passed vehicle over your right shoulder.

When you can see the entire front of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.

50. A solid yellow arrow on a traffic signal means:

You should speed up so you can make the turn before the light changes.

You do not need to signal to turn from the indicated lane.

You should prepare to stop and yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic.

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