Iowa driver permit test

You are driving on a road that has two or more lanes in each direction. You meet a school bus traveling the opposite direction that is stopped with flashing red lights. Are you required to stop?

No, when you are approaching a stopped school bus from the opposite direction on a road that has two or more lanes in each direction, you are not required to stop and may continue carefully. This is the only time you can pass a school bus that displays flashing red lights.

A truck or bus has large blind spots on each side, where a car cannot be seen. These blind spots are called

No-Zone

On an undivided highway when an emergency vehicle approaches with its siren and/or flashing lights on, you should:

Pull to the right and stop.

What should you do as you approach a curve in the road?

Reduce your speed before you enter the curve.

A sign with this color and shape means:

School zone or school crossing.

By looking ahead, to the sides of your vehicle and behind your vehicle as you drive, you will:

See potential problems and become better prepared to react.

Broken yellow lines (dashes) are used on streets and highways to:

Separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.

The shared center lane on a two-way road is reserved for

Shared center lanes are reserved for making left turns (or U-turns when permitted). They may be used by vehicles coming from opposite directions.

You see a school bus with flashing amber (yellow) lights. What is the bus driver doing?

Signaling to other motorists that the bus will soon be stopping to load or unload school children.

If you are on a two-lane highway when meeting an oncoming school bus with its amber (yellow) warning lights flashing, you must:

Slow to 20 mph and prepare to stop.

This symbol is used for:

Slow-moving vehicles.

If the gates at a railroad crossing are down and red lights are flashing, you should:

Stop and proceed only when the gates are raised and the lights have stopped flashing.

You are traveling on a two- or three-lane road and meet a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing. You must:

Stop and remain stopped until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm is withdrawn.

This sign means:

Stop before the crosswalk and yield to pedestrians and cross-traffic.

A flashing red light at an intersection means:

Stop fully, then proceed when it is safe to do so

Which of the following is a dangerous thing to do in work zones?

Tailgate another vehicle.2: Fail to carefully watch for workers and moving equipment. Are both of the above.

Blind spots are:

The areas to the side & towards the back of your vehicle that cannot be seen with your rear-view & side-view mirrors.

After _____ moving violation(s), the Iowa DOT may suspend a minor's driver's license.

The license of a driver under the age of 18 may be suspended after he or she is convicted of just one moving violation.

What does this sign mean?

This sign is a service sign. It indicates that telephone service is available ahead.

What does this sign mean?

This warning sign indicates that farm equipment may cross the road. Be ready to slow down for such slow-moving equipment.

To maintain a safe following distance, you should use

To maintain a safe following distance, follow the two-second rule. The two-second rule gives you about 1 1/2 car lengths between you and the vehicle ahead of you for every 10 mph of speed you are traveling.

Because driving involves some risk, it is wise to continually improve your driving and observation skills.

True

It is unlawful in Iowa for any driver to read, write or send a text message while driving.

True

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

True

The posted speed limit is the fastest you can drive in the posted area. You must reduce your speed to a lower speed that is safe for the conditions and circumstances that exist whenever necessary.

True

Worn or bald tires increase the chance of having a flat tire and increase stopping distance.

True

If you are being tailgated, what should you do?

Try to slow down and encourage the driver behind you to pass.

When turning corners, turn the steering wheel using

Turn the steering wheel using either the push-pull technique or hand-over-hand technique. Do not turn the wheel with just the palm of one hand because you could lose control. When you complete the turn, straighten out the steering wheel by hand. Letting it slip through your fingers could be dangerous.

If the rear of your vehicle is skidding to the left, you should:

Turn your steering wheel to the left to correct the skid.

When approaching an uncontrolled rural intersection, you should

Uncontrolled rural intersections can be very dangerous if you don't approach them with caution. When approaching such an intersection, slow down and be prepared to stop for oncoming traffic.

If you fail your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test, you will be issued a temporary license that will be valid for _________ before the revocation or suspension period begins.

Upon failure of a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test, your license will be confiscated by the peace officer. The officer will issue you a temporary license that will be valid for 10 days, after which the suspension or revocation period will begin. This will let you make appropriate arrangements for your upcoming loss of driving privileges.

A sign with this shape and color is used for:

Warning

When you see this sign you should:

Watch for traffic to the right.

If a blind pedestrian with a white cane or a guide dog is waiting at a crosswalk, you must

When a blind pedestrian is waiting at a crosswalk, do not use your horn or rev your engine, because this might startle the pedestrian or the guide dog.

When you are changing lanes, all of the following are correct actions EXCEPT

When you turn your head to check your blind spots, keep the steering wheel straight.

When you are driving a vehicle, unbalanced tires and low tire pressure can cause

Worn or bald tires can increase your stopping distance and make turning more difficult when the road is wet. Unbalanced tires and low pressure cause faster tire wear and reduced fuel economy and make the vehicle harder to steer and stop.

When approaching a stationary vehicle such as a police car, tow truck, utility vehicle, or maintenance vehicle that is parked alongside the road and displaying flashing lights, you are required to

You are required to make a lane change, but only if it is safe to do so given the road and traffic conditions. Next Question

Passing is prohibited when

You are within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing

A steady green traffic light means:

You can go through the intersection at a reasonable and safe speed if it is clear to do so

When passing a vehicle, you should return to your lane when:

You can see both its headlights in your rear-view mirror.

You may make a left turn at a red light if you are turning

You may make a left turn at a red light if you are turning from the left lane of a one-way street onto another one-way street. (Note: Other states have different laws about left turns on red. Some states also allow left turns on red from a two-way street onto a one-way street. Other states prohibit left turns on red altogether. When traveling out of state, always check the local traffic laws.)

You are approaching an intersection and see these pavement markings. What do these pavement markings tell you?

You may make a right turn only from the right lane.

A sign this shape and color tells you:

You may not enter this road from this direction.

Proactively looking ahead, to the sides, and behind your vehicle to anticipate problems is part of

You must look ahead, to the sides, and behind your vehicle. Scanning helps you see problems ahead and more easily respond to oncoming hazards. Next Question

When changing lanes

You must yield to vehicles in that lane.

When changing lanes on a freeway, you should:

You must yield to vehicles in that lane.

Unless a sign is posted, you may turn right at a red light if:

You stop and yield to pedestrians and other vehicles before turning.

If you are going to stop or slow down where other drivers might not expect it, you should _________ to let those behind you know your intentions.

Your brake lights let people know that you are slowing down. If you are going to stop or slow down where other drivers might not expect it, tap your brake pedal three or four times quickly to let those behind you know that you are about to slow down.

When driving on gravel or dirt roads:

Your tires do not have as much traction, so you must drive slower.

Which driver must yield the right of way at this uncontrolled intersection?

drive b is obligated to yield

This driver has extended his left arm, bent and pointing straight up. This driver intends to

hat the driver intends to make a right turn

If a tire suddenly goes flat while you are driving, you must

hold the steering wheel tightly and keep your vehicle going straight. Slow down gradually by taking your foot off the gas pedal and applying the brakes lightly.

The best way to keep your car from hydroplaning (tires riding on top of water) is:

keep your speed down

When the road or street is too narrow to make a U-turn and you cannot go around the block, make a _________ to turn around.

make a three-point turn only when the road or street is too narrow to make a U-turn and you cannot go around the block. Next Question

The shape of this sign tells you it is a:

no passing sign

If you must park your vehicle in an area not usually used for parking:

park 5 feet from the curb

A flashing yellow light means:

slow down and proceed with caution

What does this sign mean?

that a pedestrian crosswalk is ahead. You must yield to pedestrians in marked or unmarked crosswalks.

You must start to signal at least 100 feet before a turn if the speed limit is

the speed limit is 45 mph or less. If the speed limit is greater than 45 mph, you must start to signal at least 300 feet before you turn. At 45 mph, your vehicle will travel 100 feet in just 1.5 seconds.

What is the only medically proven method to remove alcohol or other drug combinations from your system?

time

What does this sign mean?

warn of a steep downgrade ahead. Check your brakes and slow down.

At a railroad crossing with a lowered gate and flashing red signals, you must stop _________ from the nearest rail.

you must stop between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail.

To avoid last-minute braking or the need to turn, you should look down the road at least

10 second ahead

In speed zones of 45 mph or less, you must signal your turn continuously during the last ______feet before turning.

100 feet

The speed limit in a residential area or school area is:

25 mph

Headlights are required, day or night, when visibility is less than:

500 feet

A double solid white line marks the edge of a traffic lane where

A double solid white line marks the edge of a traffic lane where travel in the same direction is permitted on both sides of the line, but crossing the line is prohibited. Double solid white lines are often used on freeways to separate a high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane from other lanes.

You approach a person who is about to cross the road. The person is walking with a white cane or a white cane tipped with red. You must

A person walking with a white cane or a white cane tipped with red is very likely blind. You must stop and take whatever action is necessary to prevent injury to that person.

What does a reflective orange triangle on the rear of a vehicle mean?

A reflective orange triangle on the rear of a vehicle means that it is a slow-moving vehicle. Iowa defines a slow-moving vehicle as a vehicle that travels at 35 mph or less. You may see this sign on road work equipment, farm vehicles, or horse-drawn wagons or carriages.

Which of the following statements are true about safe following distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you?

A two-second following distance may be sufficient in normal conditions for an experienced driver, An inexperienced or beginning driver should maintain at least a three-second following distance under normal driving conditions, At speeds of 40 mph, a four- to five-second following distance is recommended. When road conditions are slippery or the vehicle in front of you blocks your view, the following distance of six or more seconds is recommended. All of the above. work

Which of the following is a safe backing technique?

Accelerate gently and smoothly while looking carefully behind you.

You should always travel:

According to road and weather conditions

When you are behind a motorcycle, you should:

Allow more following distance

Which is the correct sequence of events as a school bus driver prepares to stop to load or unload children?

Amber lights flash at the top of the bus, the bus stops as red lights flash, a stop arm goes out and the door opens for the school children.

An Iowa driver's license will be _________ if it was obtained illegally or unlawfully.

An Iowa driver's license will be cancelled if it was obtained illegally or unlawfully. This includes providing incorrect information or a false name on the application for the driver's license.

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. Both of the above are true.

An uncontrolled intersection is

An intersection not protected by stop signs, yield signs, or traffic lights is called an "uncontrolled intersection." At an uncontrolled intersection, you should slow down and prepare to stop if necessary. Next Question

The chances of hydroplaning increase at

As you go faster, your tires start to ride up on the surface of the water on the road. This is called hydroplaning. Hydroplaning is more likely at speeds above 35 mph.

You should not start to pass if you are _________of a hill or curve.

At 55 mph, you need about 10 seconds to pass. If there is an oncoming vehicle in the passing lane, your vehicle and the oncoming vehicle will close a distance of over 1,600 feet (one-third of a mile) in 10 seconds. To be able to avoid a head-on collision, you have to be able to see that far ahead. Therefore, you should not start to pass if you are within one-third of a mile of a hill or curve where your visibility would be restricted.

When you are merging onto the freeway or interstate, you should be driving:

At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway or interstate.

If you miss your exit on a freeway, you should NOT:

Back up on the road or shoulder.

When driving behind another vehicle on an entrance to a freeway, you should:

Be prepared for the other vehicle to slow down.

Because there is often slow-moving traffic on county highways, you should:

Be ready to change your speed to the speed of traffic.

When changing lanes, you should never:

Change lanes abruptly or on the spur of the moment.

When approaching a stopped vehicle, such as a police car, tow truck, utility or maintenance vehicle, that is parked along the road and displaying flashing lights, what should you do?

Change lanes if you safely can and slow down to a reasonable and safe speed as you pass.

When approaching a stopped vehicle, such as a police car, tow truck, utility, or maintenance vehicle, that is parked along the road and displaying flashing lights, what should you do?

Change lanes if you safely can and slow down to a reasonable and safe speed as you pass.

When preparing to make a left turn from a two-way street, you should drive:

Close to the center line.

This sign means:

Divided highway ends

At intersections, before turning right, you should make sure that there is no traffic approaching

Do not start your turn without checking for pedestrians crossing where you will be turning. Before turning right, make sure that there is no traffic approaching from your left and no oncoming traffic turning left into your path.

What do double solid yellow lines in the center of a two-lane road mean?

Double solid yellow lines in the center of a two-lane road mean that no passing is allowed in either lane.

Which of the below are common factors contributing to traffic crashes?

Exceeding the posted speed limit and driving too fast for conditions or circumstances.

The best way to avoid loss of control in wet conditions is to speed up:

False

You do not have to stop for a school bus that is stopped with its red lights flashing if it is on a private road:

False

Which of the following increases the chance of being involved in a rear-end collision?

Following too closely.

High-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes are reserved for

High-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes are reserved for car pools and vehicles with more than one person each. Signs indicate how many people must be in the vehicle, as well as the days and hours to which this applies.

Before reaching the crest of a hill or entering a curve, you must _________ and watch for oncoming vehicles.

Hills and curves on rural roads are often steeper and sharper than those on highways. Before reaching the crest of a hill or entering a curve, slow down, move to the right side of the road, and watch for oncoming vehicles. Next Question

If you accumulate between 10 and 12 points within a 6-year period, your driving privileges may be barred for ____ years.

If you accumulate between 10 and 12 points within a 6-year period, your driving privileges may be barred for 4 years.

If you accumulate too many points, your driving privileges may be

If you accumulate excess points on your driving record, you may be ruled a habitual offender and your driving privileges may be barred.

If you are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI), ____ points will be added to your driving record

If you are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI), 4 points will be added to your driving record.

In Iowa, the maximum fine for driving while your driver's license is revoked is

If you are convicted of driving while your license is revoked, you may have to pay a fine of up to $1,000.

If you are convicted of driving with a license that was suspended or revoked for reasons other than alcohol or drugs, ____ points will be added to your driving record.

If you are convicted of driving with a license that was suspended or revoked for reasons other than alcohol or drugs, 2 points will be added to your driving record.

When driving at night, you must switch to low-beam headlights when you are within _________ of an oncoming vehicle.

Iowa law requires you to switch to low-beam headlights when you are within 1,000 feet of an oncoming vehicle at night.

You see a flashing yellow "X" above your lane. What does this mean?

Lane control signals are often associated with reversible lanes. A green arrow means you may use the lane. A red "X" means the lane is closed. A steady yellow "X" warns that the lane is about to close. But a flashing yellow "X" means that the lane is only for turning. [Reversible Lanes, Pavement Markings and Other Lane Controls, 2. Traffic Signs and Rules of the Road, Iowa Driver's Manual]

Large flashing arrow panels may be used in work areas to direct drivers into

Large flashing arrow panels may be used in work areas to direct vehicles into certain traffic lanes. These panels also alert drivers that part of the roadway is closed to traffic.

A sign with this shape and color means:

Let cross traffic go by first.

As your speed increases it is most important to

Look farther ahead

Before making a turn, you should

Look to see if other vehicles and/or pedestrians will be in your way.