Iowa DMV Practice Permit Test | IA DMV Written Permit Car Test 7

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1.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.

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2.Prior to entering a curve:

Activate your turn signal.

Reduce your speed.

Brake hard.

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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

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4.This sign means:

Do not enter.

Stop ahead.

Roadwork or maintenance is present.

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5.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.

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6.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.

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7.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.

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8.Remove all snow, frost, and ice from:

Just the windshield.

All windows.

Just the windshield and passenger window.

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9.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.

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10.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."

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11.This sign means:

Stop Sign Ahead.

Side Road.

Railroad Warning.

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12.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.

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13.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.

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14.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.

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15.While driving, you come upon a sign displaying the words “Reduced speed, 35 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.

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16.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.

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17.Blue traffic signs offer information on:

Motorist services.

Construction and maintenance.

Mileage information, such as distances to specific locations.

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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.

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19.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.

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20.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.

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21.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.

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22.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.

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23.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.

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24.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.

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25.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.

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26.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

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27.This road sign means:

Watch for people crossing your path.

No passing zone.

Work zone ahead.

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

Near the right-hand side of the road.

Near the centerline.

On the left of the centerline.

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29.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.

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30.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.

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31.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.

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32.You are approaching a railroad crossing and you do not see or hear a train. You must stop:

If a stop sign is posted.

If a crossing gate is lowered.

If the crossing lights are flashing.

All of the above.

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33.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.

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34.This sign means:

Left turn yield on green.

One-way.

Cattle crossing.

Two-way left turn.

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35.Before turning, you should:

Use your signal.

Turn the wheel.

Increase your speed.

Change lanes.

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36.This white sign means:

The railroad crossing is controlled. Continue at your regular speed.

Look, listen, and prepare to stop at the crossing if necessary.

Stop at the railroad tracks and wait for a signal before crossing.

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37.If you approach a stopped school bus that has its lights flashing and signal arm extended, you should:

Stop.

Proceed at 15 mph if no children are present.

Proceed at normal speed, but watch for children.

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38.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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39.Signs with orange backgrounds are:

General warning signs.

Construction and maintenance warning signs.

Regulatory signs.

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40.A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means:

Stop and wait for the green light.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Stop and yield the right-of-way.

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41.While driving on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you encounter a bicyclist traveling in the same direction. What is the safest way to pass the bicyclist?

Slow down and wait until there is no traffic approaching, then pass the bicyclist while leaving him or her sufficient space.

Continue driving straight. It is the bicyclist’s responsibility to get out of your way.

Do not pass the bicyclist until you come to a traffic signal or stop sign.

Honk at the bicyclist to let him or her know you are about to pass.

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42.This road sign means:

A steep grade is ahead.

You must turn left ahead.

Do not enter.

A four-way intersection is ahead.

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43.At a light rail intersection, always:

Look both ways before crossing tracks.

Pay attention and obey all traffic signals.

Share the road with pedestrians and bicyclists.

All of these.

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44.The faster the speed of your vehicle, the longer it takes to stop when you must react to other drivers' unexpected movements.

TRUE

FALSE

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45.When passing another vehicle, you should return to your original lane when:

You can see both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.

You have cleared the front bumper of the passed vehicle.

You are 50 feet in front of the passed vehicle.

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

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2.Prior to entering a curve:

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

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4.This sign means:

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

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6.A leaking exhaust system can:

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7.Stop lines are solid white lines painted across traffic lanes:

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8.Remove all snow, frost, and ice from:

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9.This road sign means:

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

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11.This sign means:

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12.What does a single dashed white line separating traffic mean?

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13.Which statement is true?

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

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15.While driving, you come upon a sign displaying the words “Reduced speed, 35 mph." This means:

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

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17.Blue traffic signs offer information on:

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18.When changing lanes you should not:

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