2025 Iowa Signs Permit Test
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Iowa. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Iowa please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/iowa/car.
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148. This sign means:

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Circular traffic signs indicate upcoming railroad crossings. This sign tells drivers that they are approaching a railroad crossing and should be looking for signs of an oncoming train.
149. This sign means:

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When approaching this sign, you must yield the right-of-way. Slow down and let vehicles and pedestrians crossing your path pass before you proceed. If necessary, stop before going ahead.
150. This sign means:

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This sign warns that a steep downgrade is ahead on the road. Drivers should check their brakes.
151. This sign means:

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This sign indicates that the right lane ends ahead. A merging maneuver will be required for drivers in that lane.
152. This road sign means:

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Warning signs provide notice to road users of a situation that might not be readily apparent and are usually yellow with black markings. This sign alerts drivers to the right lane ending and tells them to prepare for potential merging traffic.
153. This road sign indicates:

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This advisory speed sign indicates the maximum safe speed for a highway exit (in this example, 30 mph).
155. This sign means:

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This sign warns that two lanes of traffic going the same direction will soon merge into one lane.
156. This sign means:

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