RRoad Rules Prep

Iowa Markings practice

Practice 37 Iowa DMV questions on markings. Answer interactively below with an instant explanation after every question.

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Example questions & answers

1

This lane is marked by double broken yellow lines. What kind of lane is this?

Illustration for question 1
  • A.A shared center turning lane
  • B.A reversible lane✓
  • C.A High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane
  • D.A central painted median for parking

Why: This is a reversible lane, identified by the double broken yellow lines on both sides. The direction of traffic in this lane changes depending on the time of day to handle rush hour traffic.

2

What type of lane is marked by solid and broken yellow lines?

Illustration for question 2
  • A.A shared center turning lane✓
  • B.A High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane
  • C.A central parallel parking area
  • D.A painted median for emergency stopping only

Why: This is a shared center turning lane, marked by solid yellow lines on the outside and broken yellow lines on the inside. It is used by vehicles traveling in both directions to make left turns.

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