Iowa Driver's License Test Vehicle Safety and Equipment

Question 1

What does Iowa law require regarding seat belts for front-seat passengers?

Accepted Answer

All front-seat occupants must wear a seat belt

Answer

Seat belts are recommended but not required

Answer

Only the driver must wear a seat belt

Answer

Seat belts are required only on highways

Question 2

At what age are Iowa children required to be in a child safety seat?

Accepted Answer

Under age 6

Answer

Under age 1

Answer

Under age 3

Answer

Under age 2 and under 40 lbs

Question 3

What does Iowa law require for vehicle brakes?

Accepted Answer

Two separate brake systems capable of stopping the vehicle

Answer

Brakes that can stop the vehicle within 100 feet at 20 mph

Answer

Electronic brake assist on all vehicles

Answer

Brakes inspected annually by a licensed mechanic

Question 4

Under Iowa law, what is required when transporting passengers in the bed of a pickup truck?

Accepted Answer

Children under 18 may not ride in an open truck bed on Iowa roads

Answer

Passengers must wear seat belts

Answer

Only adults over 18 may ride in truck beds on highways

Answer

Truck bed passengers must hold a grab rail

Question 5

What equipment is Iowa law requires on every vehicle's windshield?

Accepted Answer

Functional wipers that clean the windshield

Answer

Tinted film of any degree

Answer

GPS navigation system

Answer

Heads-up display

Question 6

What does Iowa require of a vehicle's horn?

Accepted Answer

It must be audible from at least 200 feet away

Answer

It must be a specific tone approved by the DOT

Answer

It must be audible from at least 100 feet away in normal conditions

Answer

Horns are optional equipment in Iowa