White lines separate lanes of traffic that are moving in the same direction. Dashed white lines may be crossed to pass or change lanes, if it is safe to do so.

Drivers may pass if it is safe to do so.

Drivers may pass, even if it could be dangerous.

Lanes move in opposite directions.

Drivers may pass if it is safe to do so.

Drivers should check their rearview mirrors often to stay aware of the position of traffic behind them.

Frequently check your rearview mirror.

Turn and look out your back window.

Keep other vehicles out of your blind spots.

When passing, you should not return to your original lane until you can see both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. Always check your blind spots before moving back into your original lane.

When you can see the entire front of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.

When you can no longer see the passed vehicle over your right shoulder.

When you can see the entire front of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.

When turning left at a traffic signal, you must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and oncoming traffic.

Swing to the right side of your lane.

Wait until oncoming traffic has a red light.

Lane usage for the motorcyclist is critical. Motorcycles are entitled to the same full lane width as all other vehicles.

The same full lane width as other motor vehicles.

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2025 Iowa Permit Test 17

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.. Read More

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://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/iowa/car.

Number of Tests 24

Number of Question 35

Passing Score 28

2025 Iowa Permit Test 17

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

2. To know where traffic is behind you:

3. An octagonal sign is always a:

4. A railroad crossbuck sign should be treated the same as a yield sign.

5. After you have passed a vehicle moving in the same direction, it is safe to move back into the right lane:

6. Before turning left, it is important to:

7. If your car's suspension is bad, it can cause:

8. Motorcycles are entitled to:

Insurance is Mandatory in Iowa

1. Are You Currently insured ?

2. Married ?

3. Do you own your Home?

4. Do you have more than 1 car ?

5. Have you or a Family Member Honorably Served in U.S. Military ?

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2025 Iowa Permit Test 17

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

2. To know where traffic is behind you:

3. An octagonal sign is always a:

4. A railroad crossbuck sign should be treated the same as a yield sign.

5. After you have passed a vehicle moving in the same direction, it is safe to move back into the right lane:

6. Before turning left, it is important to:

7. If your car's suspension is bad, it can cause:

8. Motorcycles are entitled to:

Insurance is Mandatory in Iowa

1. Are You Currently insured ?

2. Married ?

3. Do you own your Home?

4. Do you have more than 1 car ?

5. Have you or a Family Member Honorably Served in U.S. Military ?