Preparing to Drive — Iowa Driver's License Practice Test
111 questions in this topic · 30 drawn at random this round
When will lane keeping assist generally NOT work?
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This Iowa Driver's License Preparing to Drive practice set has 111 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 80% on the real Iowa Driver's License knowledge test to pass.
Sample questions
Three questions from the Preparing to Drive bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 30 questions at random from the same bank.
Where can you find the recommended maintenance schedule for your vehicle?
- In the vehicle owner's manual — Correct answer
- On the vehicle's license plate
- Posted at every gas station
- On your driver's license
Explanation: Properly maintaining your vehicle saves money and gives you an advantage in an emergency. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule listed in the vehicle owner's manual.
Handbook: Preparing to Drive — Maintaining Your Vehicle
How many separate braking systems do cars, trucks, and ATVs/UTVs need?
- Two — a foot brake and a parking brake — Correct answer
- Only one foot brake
- Three separate systems
- None are required
Explanation: Cars, trucks, and ATVs/UTVs need two separate braking systems — a foot brake and a parking brake. Motorcycles and mopeds need at least one.
Handbook: Preparing to Drive — Braking System
When should you have a mechanic check your brakes?
- When they make noise, smell unusual, work poorly, or the pedal goes to the floor — Correct answer
- Only after a collision
- Every time you wash the car
- Never — brakes do not need checking
Explanation: Have a mechanic check the brakes if they make a lot of noise, have an unusual odor, work improperly, or the brake pedal goes to the floor.
Handbook: Preparing to Drive — Braking System