Iowa DOT Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is 18

Iowa's Graduated Driver's License (GDL) system applies to drivers who are 18 years of age and under.

Not quite. The answer is A side road at a railroad crossing

This sign warns that a side road crosses a railroad track. Use caution when making a turn onto the side road.

Not quite. The answer is yield the right-of-way to traffic on the main road.

When you are on a single- or two-lane road and come to an intersection with a divided highway or a road with three or more lanes, you must yield the right-of-way to the traffic on the main road.

Not quite. The answer is 30 days.

If your license has been suspended or revoked following a OWI conviction, you may apply for a work permit after a minimum ineligibility period of 30 days to one year, depending on your prior record.

Not quite. The answer is There is a roundabout ahead; prepare to yield to traffic.

This sign indicates a roundabout ahead. A roundabout is a circular intersection in which traffic circulates counterclockwise around a central island. Slow down and prepare to yield to traffic in the roundabout.

Not quite. The answer is You are approaching a right turn.

This sign accompanies a route marker sign. It means that you must soon turn right to enter or continue on that route.

Not quite. The answer is A disabled crossing is ahead.

The sign indicates a disabled crossing ahead. Slow down and proceed with caution.

Not quite. The answer is a service sign.

This sign is a service sign. It indicates a rest area one mile ahead.

Not quite. The answer is 10 seconds ahead.

In order to avoid last-minute braking or the need to turn, you should look down the road at least 10 seconds ahead. (Remember that at 60 mph, your vehicle will travel 880 feet in 10 seconds.) By looking ahead and being ready to stop or change lanes if needed, you will be able to drive more safely.

Not quite. The answer is There is a crossroad ahead.

This sign warns of a crossroad ahead. Slow down and prepare for the intersection.

Source: Intersection/Crossroad, Warning Signs, 2. Traffic Signs and Rules of the Road, Iowa Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is The lane ahead is closed.

Sequential arrow panels may be used in work zones around the clock. This one indicates that the lane is closed ahead and you should move into the lane to your left.

Not quite. The answer is on the side of a street.

You must not park your car on a sidewalk, within an intersection, or in front of a private driveway at any time. You may park on the side of a street (parallel parking), if allowed.

Not quite. The answer is reduce your speed and yield.

A triangular red-and-white road sign is a yield sign. You must slow down and yield to other traffic.

Not quite. The answer is Yes, but only after coming to a stop and yielding to traffic and pedestrians.

You are allowed to turn right on a red signal. First, however, you must come to a complete stop and then yield to all pedestrians and vehicles.

Source: Turns on Red, Proper Turning Techniques, 3. Safe Driving Tips, Iowa Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is your right turn signal

A roundabout is a circular intersection in which traffic travels counterclockwise around a central island. Use your right turn signal to exit the roundabout.

Not quite. The answer is Away from the curb

When you park facing uphill, you should point your wheels away from the curb and then roll back slowly so that the rear part of the right front wheel rests against the curb. If your brakes fail, the curb will block your car from rolling. Make sure you still set your parking brake and leave your car in the correct gear.

Source: Parking, 2. Traffic Signs and Rules of the Road, Iowa Driver's Manual

Not quite. The answer is Telephone service is available ahead.

This sign is a service sign. It indicates that telephone service is available ahead.

Not quite. The answer is They are not allowed to buy alcohol, consume alcohol or be in possession of alcohol.

You are not allowed to buy alcohol, consume alcohol or be in possession of alcohol unless you are 21 years of age.

Not quite. The answer is rubberneck

Rubbernecking (slowing down the vehicle, becoming distracted, or staring) could cause you to become involved in a crash.

Not quite. The answer is the vehicle cannot travel faster than 35 mph.

A triangular orange sign on the rear of a vehicle means that it is a slow-moving vehicle, which is defined in Iowa as a vehicle that cannot travel faster than 35 mph. Do not get impatient if you are behind one of these vehicles. The driver will usually try to pull over to prevent a traffic backup.