IA DMV Safe Driving Practices 2

Question 1

When driving in heavy fog in Iowa, what should you use instead of high-beam headlights?

Accepted Answer

Low beams or fog lights

Answer

Low beams or fog lights should be used in fog because high beams reflect off fog particles and reduce visibility.

Question 2

What is the correct action when your vehicle begins to hydroplane on a wet Iowa road?

Accepted Answer

Ease off the gas and steer straight

Answer

When hydroplaning, gently ease off the accelerator and steer straight until the tires regain contact with the road.

Question 3

In Iowa, how far from an intersection should you begin signaling before turning?

Accepted Answer

100 feet

Answer

Iowa law requires drivers to signal at least 100 feet before turning at an intersection.

Question 4

What should a driver do when approaching a school bus that has stopped with its red lights flashing on a two-lane road?

Accepted Answer

Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and the bus moves

Answer

Drivers must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights and may not proceed until the lights stop and the bus moves.

Question 5

When driving on an interstate in Iowa, the minimum safe following distance under normal conditions is:

Accepted Answer

3 seconds behind the vehicle ahead

Answer

The 3-second rule provides a minimum safe following distance under normal driving conditions on highways.

(IA DMV) Iowa Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test