Iowa Car Driving Permit Test-9 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

To pass a slower-moving vehicle on a two-lane, two-way road, you must:

Not cross the centerline.
Flash your lights at oncoming traffic.
Use the shoulder.
Use the lane that belongs to oncoming traffic.

Q.2

A leaking exhaust system can:

Cause excessive oil use.
Require your vehicle to have a tune-up sooner than normal.
Make you drowsy while driving.
Set grass fires on country roads.

Q.3

Which of the following are used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turning?

Flashing red lights
Flashing yellow lights
White lines on the side of the road
White arrows in the middle of the lanes

Q.4

You are coming to a railroad crossing where the crossing signals are flashing. You should:

Stop and look for a train.
Slow down and look for a train.
Look for a train, then speed up.
Do what the vehicle ahead of you does.

Q.5

Stop lines are solid white lines painted across traffic lanes:

In curves and on hills.
Next to churches and schools.
At intersections and pedestrian crosswalks.
On freeway on-ramps.

Q.6

Remove all snow, frost, and ice from:

Just the windshield.
All windows.
Just the windshield and passenger window.

Q.7

This sign means:

Do not enter.
Stop ahead.
Roadwork or maintenance is present.

Q.8

Prior to entering a curve:

Activate your turn signal.
Reduce your speed.
Brake hard.

Q.9

Tailgating other drivers (driving too closely to their rear bumper):

Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry.
Cannot result in a traffic citation.
Reduces collisions by preventing being "cut off."

Q.10

This road sign means:

You are about to enter a one-way street from the wrong direction.
U-turns are prohibited.
You may proceed if the way is clear.

Q.11

What does a single dashed white line separating traffic mean?

Drivers may pass, even if it could be dangerous.
Lanes move in opposite directions.
Drivers may not pass.
Drivers may pass if it is safe to do so.

Q.12

While driving, you come upon a sign displaying the words “Reduced speed,mph." This means:

That the new 35 mph speed limit begins at this sign.
That the new 35 mph speed limit begins at the next speed limit sign.
That you have plenty of time to slow down before the reduced speed zone.
That you should reduce your speed to 35 mph, but only under poor weather conditions.

Q.13

This sign means:

Stop Sign Ahead.
Side Road.
Railroad Warning.

Q.14

If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane, you should:

Make sure the pedestrian can see you before proceeding.
Cautiously drive around the pedestrian.
Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing.

Q.15

Which statement is true?

You should put on your cruise control near a railroad crossing to maintain a constant speed.
You must stop at a railroad crossing when directed to do so by a flagger or stop sign.
You have the right-of-way at a railroad crossing and do not need to stop.

Q.16

When you approach a railroad crossing without flashing warning signals or crossing gates, you should:

Cross the tracks immediately and as quickly as possible.
Always stop before crossing the tracks.
Prepare to yield to any train at the crossing.
Speed up to beat any oncoming train.

Q.17

This road sign indicates:

The maximum safe speed for a residential area.
The maximum safe speed for an expressway exit.
The maximum safe speed for an expressway entrance.
The maximum safe speed for a work zone.

Q.18

When changing lanes you should not:

Check your side and rearview mirrors.
Give a turn signal to signal your intentions.
Check for other drivers who may be moving into the same lane as you.
Use your cell phone to contact the police to determine if the road ahead is clear.

Q.19

To prepare for anything coming up on the road ahead, you should:

Continually scan the entire road and all roadsides.
Stare straight ahead at all times.
Drive with your left foot resting lightly on the brake pedal.
Maintain focus toward the middle of the road.

Q.20

If a flagger is directing traffic in a construction zone, you must:

Follow the directions given by the flagger.
Copy what surrounding traffic is doing, despite the flagger's instructions.
Assume the flagger is not supposed to be directing traffic.
Follow the laws that would be in place if the area was not under construction.

Q.21

Blue traffic signs offer information on:

Motorist services.
Construction and maintenance.
Mileage information, such as distances to specific locations.

Q.22

You see a school bus using flashing amber lights. What is the bus driver doing?

Changing gears.
Signaling to other motorists that the bus will soon be stopping to load or unload school children.
Preparing to make a turn.

Q.23

It is important to slow down:

On narrow or winding roads.
At intersections or railroad crossings.
When the road is wet or slippery.
All of the above.

Q.24

When stopped at a red traffic light with a green arrow, you may proceed in the direction of the arrow if you:

First come to a complete stop.
Wait until the light changes.
Are in the proper lane and the intersection is clear.

Q.25

Only vehicles displaying special plates or parking placards for persons with disabilities may park in spaces reserved for them by an official sign.

True
False

Q.26

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

Near the centerline.
Near the right-hand side of the road.
On the left of the centerline.

Q.27

Taking drugs along with alcohol:

Increases the risk of causing a crash.
Is no more dangerous than consuming alcohol by itself.
Lessens the effect of alcohol on your ability to drive.
Has no effect on your general driving ability.

Q.28

A steady green light at an intersection means that you:

Must slow down and prepare to stop.
Must stop and check for oncoming traffic before proceeding.
May drive through the intersection if the road is clear.
May not turn right.

Q.29

This road sign means:

Watch for people crossing your path.
No passing zone.
Work zone ahead.

Q.30

This road sign means:

You are about to enter a one-way street the wrong way.
School crossing ahead.
Do not drive in this lane.
Traffic turning left on the green light must yield to oncoming traffic.

Q.31

This sign means:

Keep right.
Low shoulder.
No parking at any time.
Lane ends.

Q.32

If the driver of an oncoming vehicle fails to dim their headlights:

Look toward the center of the roadway.
Look toward the right side of the road.
Look straight ahead.

Q.33

You are entering a freeway. Check traffic on the freeway by:

Using your rearview and side mirrors.
Using your rearview mirror.
Using your side mirror and looking over your shoulder.

Q.34

This sign means:

Left turn yield on green.
One-way.
Cattle crossing.
Two-way left turn.

Q.35

Work zone barriers, drums, cones, and signs are used to:

Make drivers angry about slow traffic.
Inconvenience drivers.
Keep traffic out of hazardous work zones.

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