Iowa
Driving Practice Test

Welcome to the sample Iowa Driving Test Practice page. This site is designed for you to practice the Iowa written knowledge examination test so that you are ready to pass it. You will be presented with 35 questions and you must answer 28 questions correctly to pass. There is no time limit. You may not go back once you answer a question. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin. Good luck!

1 / 35

Double solid white lines on the road separate two lanes of traffic

merging from the right

entering a freeway

moving in the opposite direction

moving in the same direction

2 / 35

When getting your license number you should bring the following information:

credit card

report card

social security number

green card

3 / 35

You are _____ when there are double solid lines next to your lane

always allowed to pass

not allowed to change lanes or pass

always allowed to change lanes

always allowed to turn left

4 / 35

The knowledge test for a driver's license is administered via:

All of the above.

Verbally with a parent.

Automated testing equipment at the DMV location.

Paper and pen.

5 / 35

The ______ is the distance your vehicle travels between the time you recognize a hazard and the time you apply the brakes

the reaction distance

the cushion distance

the awareness distance

the braking distance

6 / 35

How many points will be assessed for manslaughter resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle under the point system for habitual offenders?

5 points

10 points

2 points

6 points

7 / 35

The color of the lines separating traffic moving in the same direction is:

yellow

white

black

red

8 / 35

Which description below is parking permitted?

Parking a 5 feet distance from a fire hydrant.

Closer than 15 feet from a fire station entrance.

Closer than 8 feet from a stop sign.

Parking on a sidewalk.

9 / 35

Should you find the rear of your vehicle skidding to the left, you should:

Keep your steering wheel straight ahead.

Go against the skid by turning the steering wheel to the right.

Turn your steering wheel 360 degrees to the right.

Go with the skid by turning your steering wheel to the left.

10 / 35

These types of hazardous materials can be transported by a restricted commercial driver's license holder:

Liquid or solid fertilizers

Fuel

They cannot transport hazardous materials

All hazardous materials

11 / 35

To legally operate a moped you must have a valid Iowa driver's license and:

Nothing else.

Pass a moped driving test.

Pass a written moped test.

Pass a written moped test and a driving test.

12 / 35

BAC stands for:

Blood Alcohol Concentration

Blood Alcohol Clearing

Blood Alcohol Count

Blood Ambrosia Concentration

13 / 35

In a traffic jam you must not use ______ to exit a freeway

the exit ramp

the deceleration lane

the entrance ramp

the rightmost lane

14 / 35

A sign with this shape indicates:

warning

railroad zone ahead

passing zone ahead

merging zone ahead

15 / 35

How much time does it take for alcohol to reach your brain when drinking?

20-40 minutes

15-30 minutes

60 minutes

10-50 minutes

16 / 35

You must ___ when a traffic signal is showing a flashing red light

stop completely and yield.

wait for the light to turn green

speed up

slow down

17 / 35

What is the maximum speed limit on primary roads and urban interstate highways unless otherwise posted?

75 mph

55 mph

25 mph

65 mph

18 / 35

When driving at night, be sure that you can stop:

Within twice the distance you can see with your headlights.

Within the distance you can see via your headlights.

Within 350 feet.

Within 6-12 seconds.

19 / 35

While holding an instruction permit an applicant must attend ______ hours of classroom education

25 hours

75 hours

50 hours

30 hours

20 / 35

When approaching a stationary vehicle with flashing lights such as a police cars, tow trucks, or maintenance vehicles you are required to:

Pull over in front of the vehicle.

Change lanes.

Pull over behind the vehicle.

Make a U-turn.

21 / 35

You must _____ at an intersection where there are no signs or traffic lights

yield to vehicle on the left side of you

yield to slow moving vehicles

yield to vehicles on the right side of you

yield to semi trucks

22 / 35

It is wrong to _____ when driving inside a roundabout

provide the right-away to pedestrians when exiting

remain behind large trucks

change lanes inside the roundabout

activate your turn signal when exiting

23 / 35

You must ___ when slowing down or stopping.

c) use a hand signal to alert drivers behind you if your brake signals don't work.

b) use the brake lights to alert drivers behind you.

do either b or c

Honk your horn

24 / 35

You can do which of the following to avoid a collision?

Attempt to turn, stop or speed up.

Attempt to come to a stop.

Attempt to make a sharp turn.

Turn your radio volume up.

25 / 35

Alcohol causes

lack of concentration.

all of the above.

impaired judgment.

decreased judgement.

26 / 35

A roundabout is a circular intersection in which vehicles travel around a center island in __________ direction.

counterclockwise

clockwise

circular

any

27 / 35

A bond must be for ____ if you choose to file a surety bond as proof of fiscal responsibility

55000

50000

60000

45000

28 / 35

A work zone sign means:

That there are less than ideal conditions present.

You should change lanes frequently.

You must turn around.

It is winter.

29 / 35

You should drive _____ when preparing to make a left turn from a two-way street

close to the right line

over the center line

close to the center line

over the right line

30 / 35

The broken yellow lines used on streets and highways indicate:

Merging zone ahead.

Exit ramp ahead.

Traffic moving in separate directions.

Traffic moving in the same direction.

31 / 35

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

Slow down and head towards the left-edge of the roadway.

Slam on the brakes and head towards the right edge of the roadway.

Quickly pump the brakes.

Slow down and exit from the traffic lanes while gripping the steering wheel firmly.

32 / 35

A yellow painted curb indicates that you:

May stop only long enough to make a quick turn.

May park here all day long.

May stop until the road is clear.

May stop only long enough to load or unload.

33 / 35

This hand signal signifies the intention of the drive to make a left turn

Point to the left.

Arm out the window at a 180-degree angle (that is, straight out) with top of hand facing front of vehicle.

The passenger points to the left.

Arm out the window at a 180-degree angle (that is, straight out) with top of hand facing rear of vehicle.

34 / 35

Other drivers should ______ when approaching a vehicle with a flashing yellow light used mostly on tow trucks and slow-moving vehicles

slow down

pull over

pass quickly

stop

35 / 35

This is not a proper step in parallel parking on the right side of the road:

Indicate your intent to park by turning on your turn signal to warn other drivers.

Back up quickly, turning your steering wheel to the left to aim the back of your vehicle toward the front of the vehicle behind you.

Turn your steering wheel sharply to the left when the front of your vehicle clears the back of the vehicle in front of you.

Straighten your wheels and pull forward to center your vehicle in the parking space.

Your score is

The average score is 0%

4.4/5 - (5 votes)

Drivers License

How To Get An Iowa Drivers License

In Iowa, driver’s licenses are administered by the Iowa Department of Transportation. Drivers in Iowa may apply for a permit if they are at least 14 years old, have the proper identification documentation, a written consent from a parent or legal guardian, pass a vision test and pass a written test. Many schools in Iowa offer written tests, allowing candidates to bypass having to go to the driver’s license service center. The program is called Skip the Trip DOT Test Program. With a learner’s permit, drivers may drive with an parent, legal guardian, custodian or family member, a driving instructor, or an adult who is 25 years or older, providing that there is written permission from a parent or legal guardian. The supervising adult riding with the driver must possess a valid driver’s license. Candidates who are at least 16 years of age may be eligible for an intermediate license.Those seeking an intermediate license must have completed a driver’s education course, held a clean driving record, held an instruction permit for at least 12 months, have written consent from a parent or legal guardian and have completed 20 hours of supervised driving, including 2 hours of night driving. Full driver’s licenses in Iowa are available to those who are at least 17 years old, have meet the above conditions of the intermediate license, and have had written consent from their parent or legal guardian. Additionally, those seeking a Full driver’s license must complete 10 hours of supervised driving, with 2 of those hours being night driving.

Pass The Test

How To Pass the Iowa Driver's License Test

As you prepare for your driver’s test, some helpful things to keep in mind:

Practice safe driving. Take advantage of supervised driving time with your family or someone who is approved by your family to improve your skills
Pay attention and take good notes during your driver’s education class
Study the Iowa Driver’s Manual

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Additional Information

Information on the Iowa Department of Transportation

The Iowa BMV is responsible for testing student drivers and licensing all drivers. To schedule your licensing examination or get more information contact them via:

Website: https://iowadot.gov/
Phone: 515.239.1101

To find the office hours and / or location nearest you, please visit: https://drivingtestsample.com/dmv-locations/iowa/

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