2025 Iowa Permit Test 2
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Iowa. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Iowa please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/iowa/car.
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9. At an intersection with a yield sign, you should:
Explanation
A yield sign means that you must slow down and yield the right-of-way to traffic in the intersection or roadway you are entering.
10. What might happen when alcohol is combined with another drug?
Explanation
Consuming both alcohol and another drug may enhance the effects of both. For example, taking one drink when you are also using a cold remedy could affect you as if you have had several drinks.
11. A person walking with a white cane or guide dog is likely to be:
Explanation
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian when the pedestrian is a blind person who is using a white cane or guide dog.
12. What is the only medically proven method of removing alcohol or other drug combinations from your system?
Explanation
Alcohol takes effect quickly and is slow to leave your system. Cold showers, black coffee, and exercise will do nothing to reduce a person's blood alcohol content (BAC). The only way to lower your BAC is to wait.
13. You may be able to identify an aggressive driver by:
Explanation
While driving, you should remain aware of the actions of surrounding drivers. If you notice an aggressive driver nearby making erratic or improper lane changes, you should not challenge them. The safest way to handle an aggressive driver is to get out of their way.
14. To improve visibility lowered by rain or fog, drivers should use their:
Explanation
Use low beam headlights when driving in rain, snow, sleet, or fog. High beam headlights in adverse weather conditions lower visibility by reflecting off the precipitation and back into the driver's eyes.
15. To avoid panic stops:
Explanation
Try to avoid panic stops by watching well ahead of your vehicle for hazards. If you allow yourself space to react to hazards, you are less likely to need to stop or turn suddenly.
16. If you are driving and you see animals standing near the roadway:
Explanation
Slow down and proceed with caution if you see animals that are standing near the roadway. They may unexpectedly bolt or change direction at the last moment. Some animals travel in packs, so there may be more animals just out of sight that are also near the road.
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