Iowa
Driving Practice Test

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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!

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Do NOT _______ until the way is clear when passing another vehicle on the left at a safe distance

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

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

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

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

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You should handle the emergency of a flat tire by:

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This age group has the shortest driver's license expiration date:

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You may be imprisoned as long as ____ if you are caught driving after being barred as a habitual offender

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You should turn your wheels towards ____ when parking uphill on a street with a curb

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

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

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You should ___ when making a left turn

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

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

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You should expect ____ when making a right turn at the intersection ahead

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The following statement is FALSE in regards to school zones

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

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A sign with this shape indicates:

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To get a Chauffeur's Instruction Permit Restriction 4 you must be at least ____ years old

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

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You must turn the steering wheel using ____ when turning corners

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

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This sign indicates:

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

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_____ tells you on a route sign which type of route (interstate, US, state, or county) you are on

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BAC stands for:

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

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Slower vehicles should use the _______ lane when there are two or more lanes of traffic moving in the same direction

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This sign indicates:

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A red curb indicates

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

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You may cross a broken yellow center line on a highway with two-way traffic:

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Blind spots occur when driving by:

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The addition of the sign to a stop sign indicates

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Alcohol causes

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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.

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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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