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Iowa Signs practice

Practice 169 Iowa DMV questions on signs. Answer interactively below with an instant explanation after every question.

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Example questions & answers

1

You see an octagonal (eight-sided) sign at an intersection. What must you do here?

  • A.Slow down and only proceed if the intersection is clear.
  • B.Come to a complete stop and yield to traffic before proceeding.✓
  • C.Proceed with caution.
  • D.Proceed straight through when it is safe to do so; no left or right turns are allowed here.

Why: An octagonal (eight-sided) shape is exclusively reserved for stop signs. You must bring your vehicle to a complete halt at the intersection.

2

You are approaching an intersection and see this sign. What is the correct action to take?

Illustration for question 2
  • A.Slow down and prepare to yield to pedestrians and traffic ahead.✓
  • B.Come to a complete stop, yield if necessary, and then proceed.
  • C.Slow down and prepare to yield to traffic already in the intersection.
  • D.Maintain your speed since all traffic ahead must yield to you.

Why: A yield sign means you must slow down and yield the right of way to traffic in the intersection you are crossing or roadway you are entering. You are not required to come to a complete stop unless traffic conditions require it.

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