2025 Iowa Motorcycle Permit Test 9
The following questions are from real DMV written motorcycle permit tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Iowa when getting your motorcycle learners permit. Each motorcycle theory 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://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/iowa/motorcycle.
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19. To stop quickly, you should:
Explanation
If you need to stop quickly, you should apply both brakes at the same time.
20. To lessen your chances of being involved in a crash, you should:
Explanation
To lessen the chances of a crash occurring, you should make yourself visible, communicate your intentions to others, maintain adequate space cushions, search your path of travel at least 12 seconds ahead, identify and separate hazards, and be prepared to react to changing conditions.
21. If a tire goes flat and you must brake, you should:
Explanation
If either of your tires go flat and you must brake, gradually apply the brake of the tire that is not flat (if you are certain of which tire that is).
22. Which type of sign is yellow with black lettering or symbols?
Explanation
Warning signs are yellow with black lettering or symbols and provide important information to motorists about upcoming road conditions.
23. A larger cushion of space may not be necessary if:
Explanation
Your following distance should be larger than usual when you are traveling under imperfect conditions. Increase your following distance if pavement is slippery, you can't see through the vehicle in front of you, or traffic is heavy.
24. A motorcyclist is well-protected if they are wearing:
Explanation
For your protection while riding, it is best to wear a jacket and pants that cover your arms and legs completely. Boots or shoes should be tall and sturdy enough to cover and support your ankles. Footwear should have low heels that will not catch on the foot pegs or rough road surfaces. Gloves made of leather or another durable material will help protect your hands in the event of a crash while providing you with an improved grip on the controls.
25. Maximum straight-line braking is done by:
Explanation
On a straightaway, you can stop in the shortest distance by using both brakes. Try to avoid locking either brake.
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