Question 1

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)

Accepted Answer

The percentage of alcohol in a person's blood stream.

Question 2

Implied Consent

Accepted Answer

By operating a vehicle, you agree to take a chemical test if suspected of driving under the influence.

Question 3

Right of Way

Accepted Answer

The legal right to proceed first in traffic situations.

Question 4

Yield Sign

Accepted Answer

A regulatory sign indicating that drivers must give the right of way to oncoming traffic or pedestrians.

Question 5

Blind Spot

Accepted Answer

Areas around a vehicle that cannot be seen by the driver through the mirrors.

Question 6

Acceleration Lane

Accepted Answer

A lane used to gain speed and merge with traffic on a highway.

Question 7

Distracted Driving

Accepted Answer

Any activity that diverts attention from driving, such as texting, eating, or talking on the phone.

Question 8

No-Zone

Accepted Answer

The blind spots around large commercial vehicles where crashes are most likely to occur.

Question 9

White Cane Law

Accepted Answer

Requires drivers to yield the right of way to pedestrians using white canes or guide dogs.

Question 10

School Zone

Accepted Answer

An area near a school where special speed limits and traffic rules are enforced.

Question 11

Construction Zone

Accepted Answer

An area where construction or maintenance work is being done on the road or highway.

Question 12

Passing Lane

Accepted Answer

The left lane on a multi-lane highway used for overtaking slower vehicles.

Question 13

Hydroplaning

Accepted Answer

Losing traction on a wet road surface and skidding uncontrollably.

Question 14

Headlights

Accepted Answer

Required to be turned on from sunset to sunrise and during inclement weather.

Question 15

Regulatory Signs

Accepted Answer

Signs that provide information about traffic laws, regulations, and prohibitions.

Question 16

Roundabout

Accepted Answer

A circular intersection where traffic flows in a counterclockwise direction.

Question 17

Advisory Speed Limit

Accepted Answer

Suggested maximum speed for a specific road section, usually in work zones.

Question 18

Highway Hypnosis

Accepted Answer

A trance-like state caused by driving long distances without taking breaks.

Question 19

Hand Over Hand Steering

Accepted Answer

A method of steering where the driver's hands cross over each other on the steering wheel.

Question 20

Tailgating

Accepted Answer

Following another vehicle too closely, reducing the time to react to sudden changes.

Question 21

Right-Turn-on-Red

Accepted Answer

Permits drivers to make a right turn at a red light after coming to a complete stop, if there is no oncoming traffic.

Question 22

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Accepted Answer

A safety system that prevents wheels from locking up during hard braking.

Question 23

Crosswalk

Accepted Answer

Designated area for pedestrians to cross a road, often marked with lines or signs.

Question 24

Traffic Circle

Accepted Answer

A circular intersection where traffic moves around a central island in a counterclockwise direction.

Question 25

Handicap Parking

Accepted Answer

Designated parking spaces for people with disabilities.

Question 26

No-Passing Zone

Accepted Answer

A section of the road where passing another vehicle is prohibited.

Question 27

Pavement Markings

Accepted Answer

Lines, symbols, and patterns on the road that provide information to drivers.

Question 28

Residential Area

Accepted Answer

A neighborhood or district where pedestrians and children are present.

Question 29

Work Zone

Accepted Answer

An area where road construction or maintenance is taking place.

Question 30

Reducing Speed Limit

Accepted Answer

Indicates a lower speed limit ahead, usually in work zones or hazardous areas.

Question 31

Broken Yellow Line

Accepted Answer

Separates lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions, permitting passing when safe.

Question 32

Road Rage

Accepted Answer

Aggressive or violent behavior exhibited by drivers on the road.

Question 33

Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

Accepted Answer

Operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Question 34

Solid White Line

Accepted Answer

Separates lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, indicating no passing.

Question 35

Seat Belt Law

Accepted Answer

Requires all occupants of a vehicle to wear seat belts while the vehicle is in motion.

Question 36

No Parking Zone

Accepted Answer

An area where parking is prohibited at all times.

Question 37

Railroad Crossing

Accepted Answer

A location where a railway line intersects with a roadway, requiring drivers to yield to approaching trains.

Question 38

Yield to Pedestrians

Accepted Answer

Drivers must give the right of way to pedestrians crossing the road at marked or unmarked crosswalks.

Question 39

Lane Merge

Accepted Answer

The process of blending into another lane of traffic when two lanes become one.

Question 40

Traffic Signal Ahead

Accepted Answer

Warning sign indicating an upcoming traffic signal where drivers must be prepared to stop or yield.

Question 41

Green Arrow

Accepted Answer

A signal light that allows vehicles to proceed in the direction indicated by the arrow, even if other traffic must stop.

Question 42

School Bus Stop Law

Accepted Answer

Requires drivers to stop when a school bus is stopped with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.

Question 43

Roadside Emergency

Accepted Answer

Unexpected incidents or breakdowns that occur on the side of the road, requiring caution from other drivers.

Question 44

Foggy Conditions

Accepted Answer

Reduced visibility due to fog, requiring drivers to slow down and use low beam headlights.

Question 45

Protected Left Turn

Accepted Answer

A left turn that is made when a dedicated left-turn signal is green or when there is a green arrow.

Question 46

Wildlife Crossing

Accepted Answer

Areas where animals may attempt to cross the road, requiring drivers to be alert and watch for signs or markings indicating wildlife presence.

Iowa Driver's Permit Test Flashcards