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

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

over the center line

over the right line

close to the center line

close to the right line

2 / 35

You should __ when in a roundabout when an emergency vehicle with flashing lights approaches from behind

proceed through the roundabout before stopping.

stop in the roundabout after moving to the right

continue driving

stop in the roundabout after moving to the left

3 / 35

Hydroplaning occurs when:

Your tires lose traction on wet pavement.

Your gas pedal doesn't work.

Your radio is broken.

When your car overheats.

4 / 35

____ is the minimum drinking age in Iowa

5 / 35

What is the expiration on a license for persons older than 17 years 11 months and younger than 72 years in Iowa unless otherwise noted?

Randomly selected between 4 and 8 years.

8 years for issue date.

5 years from issue date.

Randomly selected between 5 and 8 years.

6 / 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 semi trucks

yield to vehicles on the right side of you

yield to slow moving vehicles

7 / 35

You must _______ for a traffic signal or sign at an intersection with a single solid white line across the road

stop on top of the line

stop with the full car across the line

stop behind the line

stop slightly across the line

8 / 35

You can help a truck driver that is trying to pass you by:

Increasing your speed and keeping to the far side of your lane.

Increasing your speed.

Reducing your speed slightly and keeping to the far side of your lane.

Reducing your speed slightly and keeping to the near side of your lane.

9 / 35

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

circular

any

counterclockwise

clockwise

10 / 35

You must ___ when slowing down or stopping.

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

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

do either b or c

Honk your horn

11 / 35

You must reduce your speed to avoid ____ when there is water on the roadway

wear and tear on the tires

decreased traction of the tires

overheating of the tires

hydroplaning

12 / 35

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

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

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.

Point to the left.

13 / 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.

14 / 35

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

6 points

2 points

5 points

10 points

15 / 35

When it comes to turning on your headlights, the best rule to remember is:

turn them on whenever driving faster than other traffic.

Turn them on whenever driving in the countryside.

Turn them on whenever driving inside the city.

Turn them on whenever you have trouble seeing other vehicles.

16 / 35

It is most important to ___ as your speed increases

check your rearview mirrors more often

drive with one hand on the steering wheel

turn on your high beams

look farther ahead

17 / 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 behind the vehicle.

Change lanes.

Pull over in front of the vehicle.

Make a U-turn.

18 / 35

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

10-50 minutes

60 minutes

20-40 minutes

15-30 minutes

19 / 35

What is true about large trucks?

They have smaller blind spots than most cars.

They take a longer distance to stop than a car traveling at the same speed.

none of the above

They take larger left-hand turns.

20 / 35

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

the cushion distance

the reaction distance

the awareness distance

the braking distance

21 / 35

The broken yellow lines used on streets and highways indicate:

Exit ramp ahead.

Traffic moving in separate directions.

Merging zone ahead.

Traffic moving in the same direction.

22 / 35

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

the entrance ramp

the exit ramp

the deceleration lane

the rightmost lane

23 / 35

You should _____ if the red light is still flashing at a railroad crossing but the gate is up

wait until the red lights stop flashing

stop on the tracks to check for oncoming train

roll down your windows to listen for an approaching train

increase your speed to quickly cross

24 / 35

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

Within 350 feet.

Within twice the distance you can see with your headlights.

Within 6-12 seconds.

Within the distance you can see via your headlights.

25 / 35

This sign indicates

lane reduction -- the center lane ends soon

lane reduction - the right lane ends soon

entrance ramp ahead

exit lane ahead

26 / 35

You should turn your front wheels _______ when you park on a hill headed uphill with no curb

to the right

perpendicular to the side of the road

slightly to the left

parallel to the side of the road

27 / 35

This sign falls into the category of:

merging traffic ahead

right turn ahead

curved road ahead

intersection

28 / 35

You should handle the emergency of a flat tire by:

All of the answers listed.

Slowly ease of the gas pedal and slightly apply the brake gradually.

Continue going straight as best as you can.

Attempt to pull off the road.

29 / 35

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

black

yellow

red

white

30 / 35

A sign with this shape indicates:

warning

passing zone ahead

merging zone ahead

railroad zone ahead

31 / 35

At least two hours must be _______ of the 20 hours logged of supervised driving while holding an instruction permit

driving in the city

driving in bad weather

driving at night

driving on the highway

32 / 35

This sign indicates:

must walk bicycles in this area

no bicycles allowed in this area

watch for motorcycles

watch for bicycles

33 / 35

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

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

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

Keep your steering wheel straight ahead.

Turn your steering wheel 360 degrees to the right.

34 / 35

When your vehicle begins to skid you should:

Activate the parking brake.

Turn off the ignition.

Decrease your pressure on the gas pedal.

Slam on the brakes.

35 / 35

Alcohol causes

decreased judgement.

lack of concentration.

all of the above.

impaired judgment.

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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