Pulling into or out of a parking space.

Pulling into traffic from an alley or parking area.

Rely only on your rearview mirror.

Iowa Car Driving Permit Test-15 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

When entering traffic after being parked at a curb, you:

Should drive more slowly than other traffic for 200 feet.
Should wait for a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic.
Should wait for the first two vehicles to pass, then drive into the lane.

Q.2

You should not start across an intersection if you know you will block the intersection when the light turns red:

Under any circumstances.
Unless you entered the intersection on a yellow light.
Unless you entered the intersection on a green light.

Q.3

This sign means:

Winding road.
No parking.
Right lane closed.
Multiple turns.

Q.4

When driving on gravel or dirt roads:

Your tires grip the road better than when you are driving on pavement.
Your tires do not have as much traction as they do on pavement, so you must slow down.
Visibility is better than on pavement.

Q.5

This sign means:

U-turns are prohibited.
U-turns are permitted.
Winding road ahead.
Sharp left turn ahead.

Q.6

While driving at night, you may use your parking lights instead of headlights.

True
False

Q.7

When you are in a line of traffic that is crossing a railroad track that has no signals or gates:

You have the right-of-way and do not need to check for trains.
You may pass slower drivers while crossing the track.
You need to make sure there is space for your vehicle to get all the way across the tracks without stopping.
All of the above

Q.8

If a tire blows out, you should:

Apply the brake and hold it.
Hold the steering wheel tightly and use the brakes lightly.
Pull over quickly.

Q.9

You are turning onto a two-lane road divided by a broken yellow line. You know immediately that:

You are on a two-way road.
You are on a one-way road.
The road is under repair.
You must stay to the left of the broken yellow lines.

Q.10

This road sign means:

Roundabout ahead.
No passing zone.
Left turn yield on green.
Traffic signal ahead.

Q.11

As you approach the top of a hill, you should:

Speed up slightly.
Prepare to stop, if needed.
Maintain a steady speed.

Q.12

An "End school zone" sign indicates:

That the speed limit is 20 mph.
The beginning of a reduced speed zone.
The increased possibility of encountering pedestrians.
The end of a reduced speed zone.

Q.13

This road sign means:

Intersection ahead.
Steep grade ahead.
Winding road.

Q.14

This is the shape and color of a ____ sign.

Stop
Wrong way
Yield

Q.15

You are driving along a street and hear a siren. You cannot immediately see the emergency vehicle. You should:

Speed up and turn at the next intersection.
Keep driving until you see the vehicle.
Pull to the curb and look to see if it is on your street.
Slow down. Don't stop until you see it.

Q.16

This sign means:

School crossing.
School zone.
Pedestrian crossing.

Q.17

When a car with bright headlights drives toward you at night, you should:

Stop until the other driver passes.
Look below their headlights.
Glance toward the right edge of your lane.

Q.18

Your vehicle's stopping distance increases when stopping:

On a wet or icy road.
On paved highways.
When driving at night.
All of the above.

Q.19

Always signal when:

Changing lanes.
Pulling into or out of a parking space.
Pulling into traffic from an alley or parking area.
All of the above.

Q.20

This road sign means:

Do not enter.
Roundabout ahead.
No U-turns.

Q.21

What does a traffic signal with a yellow left arrow indicate?

Drivers should prepare to yield to oncoming traffic.
The protected left turn is about to end.
Both of the above.

Q.22

When backing up:

Look through the rear window.
Press hard on the gas pedal.
Rely only on your rearview mirror.

Q.23

A U-turn is not permitted:

In a parking lot.
On or near any curve or hill.
On a straight roadway with a clear view for 500 feet in both directions.

Q.24

If you have an argument with another person and you are angry, you should:

Loudly play the radio while driving so you won’t think about your argument.
Take a few minutes to cool off before driving.
Drive on the interstate to let off steam.

Q.25

Which of the following statements are true?

A two-second following distance may be sufficient under normal conditions for an experienced driver.
An inexperienced driver should maintain at least a three-second following distance under normal driving conditions.
At speeds of 40 mph or faster, a four- to five-second following distance is recommended.
All of the above.

Q.26

You see pedestrians near the road. You should:

Sound your horn and maintain your speed.
Speed up to clear the area quickly.
Slow down and pass with caution.

Q.27

In an area with a speed limit ofmph or less, you must signal a turn continuously during the last ____ before turning.

100 feet
200 feet
300 feet

Q.28

Drivers who have consumed alcohol before getting behind the wheel:

Are always aware of the risks they are taking.
Do not have sufficient control over their bodies and minds or the vehicles being driven.
Are better drivers because they are more careful than sober drivers.
Have quicker reaction times.

Q.29

When passing a large vehicle, the driver of a small vehicle must be prepared for:

Loud noises.
Excess air pollution.
Wind gusts produced by the large vehicle.
Falling vehicle parts.

Q.30

If an oncoming driver is heading toward you in your lane, you should:

Blow your horn, steer right, and accelerate.
Blow your horn, steer left, and brake.
Blow your horn, steer right, and brake.
Stay in the center of your lane, blow your horn, and brake.

Q.31

When stopped for a traffic violation or at an equipment check, the driver must produce:

Proof of insurance.
Their license.
Proof of registration.
All of the above.

Q.32

If you experience a tire blowout:

Tap or pump the brakes.
Slow down gradually and use your brakes lightly.
Apply the brakes firmly and quickly.

Q.33

Certain highway signs contain information about hazardous conditions. Such signs are known as:

Regulatory signs.
Warning signs.
Information signs.
Guide signs.

Q.34

When you hear a fire engine siren behind you, you must:

Slow down until it passes you.
Drive with your flashers on.
Pull over to the side of the road and stop.
Speed up and take the nearest exit.

Q.35

This sign means:

Crossroad ahead.
Merge.
Stop.

When entering traffic after being parked at a curb, you:

You should not start across an intersection if you know you will block the intersection when the light turns red:

This sign means:

When driving on gravel or dirt roads:

This sign means:

While driving at night, you may use your parking lights instead of headlights.

When you are in a line of traffic that is crossing a railroad track that has no signals or gates:

If a tire blows out, you should:

You are turning onto a two-lane road divided by a broken yellow line. You know immediately that:

This road sign means:

As you approach the top of a hill, you should:

An "End school zone" sign indicates:

This road sign means:

This is the shape and color of a ____ sign.

You are driving along a street and hear a siren. You cannot immediately see the emergency vehicle. You should:

This sign means:

When a car with bright headlights drives toward you at night, you should:

Your vehicle's stopping distance increases when stopping:

Always signal when:

This road sign means:

What does a traffic signal with a yellow left arrow indicate?

When backing up:

A U-turn is not permitted:

If you have an argument with another person and you are angry, you should:

Which of the following statements are true?

You see pedestrians near the road. You should:

In an area with a speed limit ofmph or less, you must signal a turn continuously during the last ____ before turning.

Drivers who have consumed alcohol before getting behind the wheel:

When passing a large vehicle, the driver of a small vehicle must be prepared for:

If an oncoming driver is heading toward you in your lane, you should:

When stopped for a traffic violation or at an equipment check, the driver must produce:

If you experience a tire blowout:

Certain highway signs contain information about hazardous conditions. Such signs are known as:

When you hear a fire engine siren behind you, you must:

This sign means:

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