ATV Course -Study Guide Exam and All
Actual Answers.
Rider Active - Answer Which of the following terms describes a vehicle that reacts differently
depending on the rider's position?
Most have a solid-drive axle - Answer What makes an ATV different from other vehicles, such
as a car or motorcycle?
Registration decals - Answer In order to operate an ATV on Iowa's public lands, what must be
affixed on the rear of the ATV?
A non-resident user permit - Answer If an ATV is owned and operated by a non-resident, what
must be displayed on the ATV in order to legally ride on Iowa's public lands?
On the handlebars - Answer Where is the headlight switch located on most ATV models?
Riders must shift gears themselves on a manual clutch - Answer What is the main difference
between ATVs with automatic clutches and ATVs with manual clutches?
The chain/drive shaft is not rusted or damaged - Answer Prior to each use of an ATV, you
should ensure which of the following?
Make sure the brake lever applies easily and snaps back when released - Answer Which of the
following should you check before taking your ATV out for a ride?
Semi-Automatic transmission - Answer What type of transmission requires an operator to shift
gears manually, but does not have a clutch to apply?
Drive shaft or chain - Answer What part(s) of an ATV delivers the torque from the engine to
the ATV's wheels?
Know your vehicle and its limits - Answer What can you do to help PREVENT an ATV accident?
They are likely to shatter in an accident - Answer Why are sunglasses considered inadequate
eye protection for ATV riders?
, Children under 6 should not operate any ATV. - Answer According to the Consumer Product
Safety Commission what ATV engine-size restriction is suitable for a child under the age of 6?
Offers added eye protection - Answer What is an advantage to using a helmet with a frontal
shield?
In a controlled environment - Answer What is the safest way to learn and practice new riding
skills?
They should not operate any ATV - Answer If a young operator has poor depth perception and
hand-eye coordination, what type of ATV should they operate?
Ensure they have the maturity and capacity to operate an ATV - Answer Which of the following
is an important consideration for parents or guardians before they allow young operators onto
an ATV?
Riding while under the influence of drugs or alcohol - Answer In which of the following
situations is it illegal to operate an ATV on any land open to public use in Iowa?
Provides extra protection from debris or in case of a fall - Answer Why is it important to
ALWAYS wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants when riding?
Wear an approved helmet, goggles, boots and gloves - Answer Which of the following actions
will help reduce the risk of serious injury while riding an ATV?
Stop - Answer What does this hand signal mean?
Leave the ATV in a forward gear and hold onto the brake lever at all times - Answer What is an
important step to remember when using the K-turn?
You can quickly lose control of your vehicle - Answer Why is it important to avoid braking
while swerving an ATV?
Standing - Answer Which riding position offers a better view of the trail when riding on rough
or uneven terrain?
Do not brake the ATV while swerving - Answer What is the most important thing to remember
when swerving your ATV?
Actual Answers.
Rider Active - Answer Which of the following terms describes a vehicle that reacts differently
depending on the rider's position?
Most have a solid-drive axle - Answer What makes an ATV different from other vehicles, such
as a car or motorcycle?
Registration decals - Answer In order to operate an ATV on Iowa's public lands, what must be
affixed on the rear of the ATV?
A non-resident user permit - Answer If an ATV is owned and operated by a non-resident, what
must be displayed on the ATV in order to legally ride on Iowa's public lands?
On the handlebars - Answer Where is the headlight switch located on most ATV models?
Riders must shift gears themselves on a manual clutch - Answer What is the main difference
between ATVs with automatic clutches and ATVs with manual clutches?
The chain/drive shaft is not rusted or damaged - Answer Prior to each use of an ATV, you
should ensure which of the following?
Make sure the brake lever applies easily and snaps back when released - Answer Which of the
following should you check before taking your ATV out for a ride?
Semi-Automatic transmission - Answer What type of transmission requires an operator to shift
gears manually, but does not have a clutch to apply?
Drive shaft or chain - Answer What part(s) of an ATV delivers the torque from the engine to
the ATV's wheels?
Know your vehicle and its limits - Answer What can you do to help PREVENT an ATV accident?
They are likely to shatter in an accident - Answer Why are sunglasses considered inadequate
eye protection for ATV riders?
, Children under 6 should not operate any ATV. - Answer According to the Consumer Product
Safety Commission what ATV engine-size restriction is suitable for a child under the age of 6?
Offers added eye protection - Answer What is an advantage to using a helmet with a frontal
shield?
In a controlled environment - Answer What is the safest way to learn and practice new riding
skills?
They should not operate any ATV - Answer If a young operator has poor depth perception and
hand-eye coordination, what type of ATV should they operate?
Ensure they have the maturity and capacity to operate an ATV - Answer Which of the following
is an important consideration for parents or guardians before they allow young operators onto
an ATV?
Riding while under the influence of drugs or alcohol - Answer In which of the following
situations is it illegal to operate an ATV on any land open to public use in Iowa?
Provides extra protection from debris or in case of a fall - Answer Why is it important to
ALWAYS wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants when riding?
Wear an approved helmet, goggles, boots and gloves - Answer Which of the following actions
will help reduce the risk of serious injury while riding an ATV?
Stop - Answer What does this hand signal mean?
Leave the ATV in a forward gear and hold onto the brake lever at all times - Answer What is an
important step to remember when using the K-turn?
You can quickly lose control of your vehicle - Answer Why is it important to avoid braking
while swerving an ATV?
Standing - Answer Which riding position offers a better view of the trail when riding on rough
or uneven terrain?
Do not brake the ATV while swerving - Answer What is the most important thing to remember
when swerving your ATV?
