Iowa Permit Test Flash Cards Flashcards

Iowa Permit Test Flash Cards Flashcards Why should you use seat/shoulder beltsThey increase your chances of surviving an accident If you refuse to take the breath test, urine test or blood test and an officer suspects you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs..You license can be taken away immediately and you are considered legally intoxicated.Speed limit on a state highway?55 mph If 2 cars reach a four-way stop at the same time, what is the proper procedure?The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right If the front of the car vibrations..the problem may be with you?steering how close can you park to a fire hydrant? 5 feet What is a good practice when nearing an intersection?Slow down and be prepared to stop What does a red and white triangular sign mean? Yield How far ahead must you signal before a turn? At least 100 feet What is a good practice at intersections that have no signs or signals?Be ready to stop if necessary Your license can be suspended for 3 or more ... moving violations or contributing to 3 or more accidents in 12 month period.When should you use your high beam lights? Open country driving situations What does hydroplaning mean?Losing the tire grip on wet roads and riding on a film of water If you are in an accident you must...stop close to the accident scene without blocking traffic, supply the other driver your name, address, and registration number of your vehicle, and show your driver's license if asked.When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights and gates....Stopping is required. Remain stopped until lights stop flashing and gates go up.Drugs that may affect basic driving skills are: Cold pills, tranquilizers, and some prescription drugs If there is no "turn on red" sign, when can you make a turn on red?After making a full stop and yielding to traffic When blood alcohol content reaches 0.15%, your chances

of getting into a serious or fatal accident will increase:

25 times When your car is stranded in a heavy snow storm, you should...stay with your car What should you do if you have a blowout? Slow the vehicle gradually How should you turn your wheels when parking downhill next to a curb?To the right toward the curb What should you do if you miss an exist on an expressway?Go on to the next exit; do not reverse or back up Automobiles and bicycles must followthe same rules of the road and have the same rights. This means you pass them using turn signals and by going into the other lane as if it were another car.

What is the best way to talk to other drivers? Through the use of horn or lights What is a good "rule of thumb" in adjusting your speed to traffic?Try to adjust your speed to the flow of traffic If you want to return to the road from a dirt shoulder:Slow down, then turn your wheels to climb the pavement edge What should you do if you go into a skid? Take your foot of the gas pedal How close can you park to a stop sign?10 feet What should you do when approaching a yellow light?Stop before entering intersection if possible It is a good practice to keep a space cushion between cars

(2 second rule)to:

Give you time to react What is an uncontrolled intersection?One where there are no traffic signs or signals If the lights of oncoming cars are in your eyes, what should you do?Look to the lower right side of your traffic lane What is the "rule of thumb" for following distances on dry roads?One car length back for each 10 mph speed or 2-3 second space between cars School permits (Minor's School License"may be issued at

age 14 in Iowa when (5 conditions):

Successfully completed approved driver education course, live one mile or more from school, school rep signed statement of need, had instruction permit for 6 months minimum, and is accident free to time school license issued.What is a good practice when driving in the city? Check intersections ahead for signals To make a right turn, you shouldGet in the right lane A twelve-ounce can of beer has as much alcohol in it as:1 1/2 ounces of 80 proof whiskey, one 5 ounce glass of wine When driving on gravel you must...slow down. Much easier to skid and lose control of your vehicle on gravel.A driver's left hand extended downward means what?He is making a stop or slowing down When meeting a car at night, you must switch to low-beam headlights within 1000 feet of an oncoming vehicle.If you feel or hear and unusual thumping noise while driving it may be?The tires What is a "Habitual Offender"?Any person whose license has been suspended 3 times within 3 years Serious accidents causing death/injury/$1000 damage must be reported within 72 hours to...Iowa DOT's Office of Driver Services. If a police officer files a report, you do not have to file one.How far should you stay behind the car you are following?At least 2 seconds What must you do if you are meeting or following a school bus displaying flashing amber lights?Slow down to 20 mph or less and be prepared to stop. You may not pass.With a blood alcohol concentration of 0 to .08% You are presumed NOT to be under the influence When is the road surface most slippery?During the first few minutes of rain Speed limit on rural interstate highway? 70 mph. Cannot go slower than 40 mph.A driver's left hand extended upward means what? He is making a right turn Leaving the scene of an accident without stopping and leaving information or rendering aid could result in....suspension of your license.

What should you do if your electric signals fail to operate?Use hand signals A motorcycle rider can drive with a drivers license if.....the motorcycle endorsement has been added onto your driver's license.Studies show that the greatest number of people arrested for drunk driving had been drinking what kind of alcoholic beverage?Beer With a blood alcohol concentration of .08% or moreYou are considered legally intoxicated (under the influence) and your license can be taken away on the spot.Penalty for driving with a suspended license... First offense fine of $500 and up to 6 months additional license suspension What papers must you have when operating a motor vehicle?License, registration, and insurance card What does the word "tailgating" mean?Driving too close to the vehicle in front. It does not allow you enough time to react if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops What is considered a moving violation?Any traffic law violation when the vehicle is being driven such as speeding, illegal turns, going through a red light, etc.Driving while under the influence of intoxicating beverages

means:

The drivers shows obvious signs of being drunk When may you pass on the right?If the car in front is turning left and there is a lane for driving on the right What is the penalty for refusing to take a breath test?Driver's license will be taken away.When should you use your parking lights? Once the car is parked only.Speed limit in a school zone?25 mph

In city driving, a good habit is to:Look 12 seconds ahead

What does a flashing red light mean?Stop, proceed with caution. Treated as if it were a stop sign.When you are driving on a curve, your vehicle will tend to go in what direction?Straight What should be done if two cars enter an uncontrolled intersection simultaneously?The driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right What is the proper lane to turn into when making a left turn?The lane nearest the center in the direction you are heading What does a green light mean?Proceed when safe What direction should you check first when approaching an intersection?To the left Double solid center lines would usually be found where?On a winding two-way road -- no passing What is the purpose of traffic laws?To protect you and other drivers What does a single solid white line across an intersection mean?You should stop behind the line for a traffic sign or signal What is the penalty for not telling the truth when applying for a license?Your license can be suspended.What must you do if a school bus is stopped and its red light is flashing?Stop. You may not pass until the stop arm is pulled in and the flashing red lights stop.

What do two parallel white lines across the road meanpedestrian crosswalk What must you do if you want to turn left at a traffic light?Yield to the oncoming traffic.Which way do you turn if you go into a skid? In the direction the back of the car is skidding You are required by IA laws to keep to the right except:When on a one-way street, when passing, or is impractical to travel on that side of the roadway The first conviction penalty for driving while under the

influence of alcohol or drugs is:

$250 to $400 fine and possible imprisonment for 3 days and loss of license for 6 months to 1 year When are headlights required to be used? Sunset to sunrise or whenever visibility is 500 feet or less such as when raining, snowing, or fog.A red eight-sided sign is...Stop sign If you drive through a deep puddle what should you do?Test your brakes Whether your blood alcohol concentration rises above legal

limits depends on:

How fast you drink, your weight and amount you drink Speed limit in a business area?20 mph Where should you position the car to make a left turn from a two-way street?The lane nearest the center of the road Which lights should you use when driving in fog? low beams A driver's left hand extended straight out means what?He is making a left turn One of the best defenses against a drunk driver is :Proper wearing of a safety belt When should you use your horn?If you are driving out of an alley What is the most common mistake a new driver makes with the brake?pushing the brakes too hard What is an acceleration lane?An extra lane provided at the entrance to an expressway What is good practice while driving?Keep from looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds The safest way to exit an expressway is to? Do not slow down much until you move onto the exit ramp, then slow down to posted speed.What should you do if your brakes fail?Shift to a lower gear and pump your breaks The best way to reduce your chances of having an alcohol

related accident is to:

Don't drive at all after drinking Seat belt use is mandatory for....Driver and passengers in front seats.What does a yellow diamond shaped sign mean? Warning or caution What should you do if you are angry or upset? "Cool off" before attempting to drive You should always yield to:Other vehicles already in the intersection, pedestrians, and emergency vehicles