2024 Iowa Permit Test 3
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. In an area with a speed limit of 45 mph or less, you must signal a turn continuously during the last ____ before turning.
Explanation
Signal at least 100 feet before a turn when driving at speeds of 45 mph or slower. If the speed limit is above 45 mph, you must signal at least 300 feet before you turn.
10. This sign means:
Explanation
Warning signs are usually diamond-shaped with black markings on a yellow background. They alert drivers to upcoming hazards. This sign indicates that there may be pedestrians crossing the road ahead.
11. This sign means:
Explanation
Regulation signs regulate traffic speed and movement, displaying rules which drivers must obey. This regulation sign means that left turns are prohibited.
12. As you approach an intersection with a flashing yellow light:
Explanation
A flashing yellow light means that you should slow down, check for cross traffic, and proceed with caution.
13. Pedestrians in crosswalks and at intersections always have the right-of-way.
Explanation
Pedestrians have the right-of-way when crossing the road at an intersection. A crosswalk exists anywhere that two streets intersect, whether the crosswalk is marked or unmarked.
14. Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are divided by ____ lines.
Explanation
Solid white lines are used to separate lanes traveling in the same direction (as well as to mark the right edge of the road). Broken white lines separate lanes traveling in the same direction and may be crossed to pass. Yellow lines separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.
15. When merging onto a freeway, it is usually best to:
Explanation
When entering a freeway, use the on-ramp to accelerate to the speed of freeway traffic so you can blend in smoothly and safely. Entering traffic must yield to traffic already on the freeway.
16. You want to turn left at an intersection. The light is green but oncoming traffic is heavy. You should:
Explanation
