This Iowa DOT practice test has just been updated for April 2024 and covers 40 of the most essential road signs and rules questions directly from the official 2024 IA Driver Handbook. You must pass a written test, consisting of 35 multiple-choice questions, to receive either your learner’s permit or driver’s license in the state of Iowa. If you are attempting to get your learner’s permit, you will need to be at least 14 years of age, pass the written test, provide appropriate identification and proof of state residency, and provide proof of parental permission. At the age of 16, you may then move up to a provisional license. If you are attempting to get a regular driver’s license, non-provisional, you will need to be over the age of 18, pass written and vision tests, pass a driving skills test and provide proof of identity and state residency. The fee for a learner’s permit is $6 and it is valid for four years. The fee for a driver’s license varies based on the age of the driver. A minor’s restricted license is $8, while a regular license is $4 per year. This Iowa DOT practice test covers the same information as the real written test, and requires the same 80% passing score.
How many questions | 25 |
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How many correct answers to pass | 20 |
Passing score | 80% |
Minimum age to apply for Class C Instruction Permit | 14 |
In Iowa, the permit test can be taken online through the Iowa DOT's myMVD website if you are 14 to 17 years old. You must have a parent or guardian present during the test.
The Iowa permit test includes questions on road rules, traffic signs, and safe driving practices, based on the information in the Iowa Driver’s Manual.
On the Iowa permit test, you can miss up to 5 questions. The test consists of 35 questions, and you must answer at least 28 correctly to pass.
To obtain a learner's permit in Iowa, you must be at least 14 years old, pass a vision screening and written knowledge test, and have written consent from a parent or guardian.
No, in Iowa, you cannot drive alone with a learner's permit. You must be accompanied by a licensed driver at least 21 years old who has at least one year of driving experience, sitting in the front passenger seat.
If you fail the permit test in Iowa, you can retake it as soon as the next day. However, it's recommended to study the areas where you had difficulties before attempting the test again.
View the most recent (2024) official IA DOT Driver's License Handbook.
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