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1.Upshifting or downshifting in a curve:

Should only be done if it can be done smoothly.

Is better than shifting before the curve.

Is the best way to control your speed.

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2.What does this sign mean?

Railroad crossing ahead

Yield

Reduce speed

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3.One problem with a motorcyclist riding directly next to another vehicle is that:

The other vehicle may block the motorcyclist's escape route.

The motorcyclist can be easily seen by other drivers.

The motorcyclist may not be able to read signs on the side of the road.

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4.An engine will seize due to:

A lack of oil.

A lack of fuel.

Improper tire inflation.

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5.In areas where dangers could be present, a motorcyclist should:

Maintain their speed.

Assume they will be safe.

Cover the clutch and both brake levers to reduce their reaction time.

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6.Taking a turn too fast can cause a rider to:

Accidentally end up in another lane of traffic.

Get through the turn faster.

Keep control of their motorcycle.

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7.A motorcyclist may not place a toll road transponder:

On the windshield of their motorcycle.

In their pocket.

Under their seat.

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8.When entering a turn, you should:

Slow down.

Speed up.

Come to a complete stop.

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9.When motorcyclists ride in a group:

Inexperienced riders should lead the group.

Inexperienced riders should be near the front of the group.

Inexperienced riders should be in the back of the group.

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10.Which material provides the best protection in the case of a crash?

Denim

Leather or synthetic materials

Wool

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11.A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield can protect you from:

Noise.

Dust.

Glare.

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12.When crossing angled railroad tracks, it is usually best to:

Use the shoulder of the road to slow down before crossing the tracks.

Walk your motorcycle across the tracks.

Continue straight within your lane to cross the tracks.

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13.When riding a motorcycle, you should:

Always wear a jacket.

Only wear a jacket at night.

Only wear a jacket if it is cold outside.

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14.The human body removes alcohol at a rate of:

About one drink per hour.

About two drinks per hour.

About three drinks per hour.

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15.When riding on a highway, a motorcyclist should signal _______ before changing lanes.

Two seconds

Five seconds

10 seconds

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16.When passing a vehicle, you:

May exceed the speed limit by 10 mph.

Must not exceed the speed limit.

Are required to ride faster than the speed limit.

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17.What does a flashing red traffic light mean?

Come to a complete stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.

Only stop to yield to other traffic.

Vehicles will be entering the roadway.

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18.You have an improved chance of avoiding serious injury in a crash if you wear:

Face or eye protection.

A baseball cap.

Sneakers.

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19.Compared to a car, a motorcycle needs _____ attention.

Less frequent

The same amount of

More frequent

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20.When slowing or stopping a motorcycle, you should:

Not change gears.

Shift up through the gears.

Shift down through the gears.

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21.When passing a row of parked cars, you should:

Ride on the left side of the lane.

Ride wherever you are most comfortable.

Ride in the right portion of the lane.

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22.When riding near a truck:

If you cannot see the truck’s mirrors, the driver cannot see you.

You should not be able to see the truck’s mirrors.

You should concentrate on operating your motorcycle and not worry about the truck’s mirrors.

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23.How should you brake?

With the front brake only

With the rear brake only

With both brakes

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24.The normal recommended following distance should be extended if:

The pavement is slippery.

The sun is shining.

You believe stopping will be routine.

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25.The key to making a quick turn is to:

Shift your weight quickly.

Turn the handlebars quickly.

Get your motorcycle to lean quickly.

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26.A motorcyclist should attempt to avoid obstacles on the roadway. If avoiding an obstacle is not possible, the motorcyclist should:

Speed up before coming into contact with the object.

Stay seated so the seat can cushion some of the impact.

Try to approach the obstacle at as close to a 90-degree angle as possible.

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27.When taking a curve while riding in a group, you should be in:

A single-file formation.

Pairs.

A staggered formation.

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28.The best clothing for a motorcyclist:

Feels uncomfortable.

Provides protection in a crash.

Should not stand out to other motorists.

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29.What type of footwear is the best for motorcycle riders?

Sneakers

Leather boots

Sandals

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30.To reduce the chances of a collision, a motorcyclist should:

Stare straight in front of their motorcycle.

Be unwilling to move to avoid a potential hazard.

Scan their path of travel, looking at least 10 to 15 seconds ahead of their motorcycle.

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31.When it starts to rain, it is usually best to:

Ride in the center of the lane.

Pull onto the shoulder and wait for it to stop raining.

Ride in the tire tracks left by other vehicles.

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32.If a sign prohibits the use of a moped on a freeway:

Mopeds cannot be used on the freeway.

Mopeds can only be used on the freeway when traffic is moving smoothly.

Mopeds can be used on the freeway if they are not operated at speeds faster than 25 mph.

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33.Pick a lane position that:

Helps you avoid road hazards.

Hides you from other road users.

Places you directly next to another vehicle.

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34.When riding, jackets and pants should:

Fit loosely enough to allow the wind to catch the fabric.

Be snug enough to keep from flapping in the wind.

Be tight enough to prevent you from moving freely.

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35.When scanning the area around your motorcycle, you should:

Look for potential escape routes near intersections, shopping areas, or schools.

See if you can travel faster than other vehicles.

Stare at pedestrians.

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36.As you consume more alcohol, your ability to safely ride:

Increases.

Stays the same.

Decreases.

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37.When being passed, it is usually best for motorcyclists to be in which part of the lane?

The right

The center

The left

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38.Part of your normal scanning routine while riding should include:

Constantly looking in the rearview mirror.

Frequent rearview mirror checks.

Not using the rearview mirror.

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39.When stopping your motorcycle while carrying a passenger, you should:

Ride a little faster than you normally would.

Start slowing earlier than you normally would.

Merge into smaller gaps of traffic than you normally would.

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40.When braking on a motorcycle:

The rear brake should be applied first.

The front brake should be applied first.

The front and rear brakes should be applied at the same time.

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41.When riding with a group of motorcyclists, a staggered formation:

Is recommended at all times.

Should not be used when entering or exiting a highway.

Should be used when riding in curves.

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42.If your rear wheel locks up while you are stopping on a straightaway:

You can usually maintain control of the motorcycle.

You will likely lose control of the motorcycle.

You will need to release the rear brake to regain control of the motorcycle.

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43.To lessen the chances of a crash occurring, you should:

Not use turn signals.

Use proper lane positions.

Follow other vehicles closely.

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44.How far in advance should a motorcyclist signal a turn?

50 feet

100 feet

150 feet

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45.If your front wheel locks while you are braking, you should:

Keep the tire locked until your next stop.

Continue squeezing the front brake lever.

Release the front brake and immediately re-apply it.

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1.Upshifting or downshifting in a curve:

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2.What does this sign mean?

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3.One problem with a motorcyclist riding directly next to another vehicle is that:

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4.An engine will seize due to:

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5.In areas where dangers could be present, a motorcyclist should:

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6.Taking a turn too fast can cause a rider to:

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7.A motorcyclist may not place a toll road transponder:

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8.When entering a turn, you should:

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9.When motorcyclists ride in a group:

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10.Which material provides the best protection in the case of a crash?

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11.A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield can protect you from:

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12.When crossing angled railroad tracks, it is usually best to:

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13.When riding a motorcycle, you should:

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14.The human body removes alcohol at a rate of:

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15.When riding on a highway, a motorcyclist should signal _______ before changing lanes.

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16.When passing a vehicle, you:

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17.What does a flashing red traffic light mean?

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18.You have an improved chance of avoiding serious injury in a crash if you wear:

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19.Compared to a car, a motorcycle needs _____ attention.

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20.When slowing or stopping a motorcycle, you should:

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21.When passing a row of parked cars, you should:

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22.When riding near a truck:

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23.How should you brake?

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24.The normal recommended following distance should be extended if:

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25.The key to making a quick turn is to:

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