1 . When a vehicle attempts to pass you from behind, you should:

Move to the center portion of the lane.
Move to the left portion of the lane.
Move to the right portion of the lane.
Not be concerned about which portion of the lane you are using.

2 . This sign means:

Roundabout ahead.
Lane ends, merge left.
Turn around.
Curve ahead.

3 . Which of the following surfaces provides the best traction for a motorcycle?

A gravel road
Dry pavement
Mud
Lane markings

4 . Regulatory signs are usually _____ and should always be obeyed.

Blue
White
Red

5 . Maintain a following distance:

That is as small as possible.
That allows you to safely stop in an emergency situation.
That allows you to exceed the speed limit.

6 . A motorcyclist should continually scan the road ahead for:

Road conditions.
Traffic conditions.
Escape routes.
All of the above.

7 . When riding on a slippery surface, you should:

Not make sudden movements, if possible.
Handle your motorcycle roughly.
Use only your front brake.

8 . When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:

Just behind the leader.
In the front of the group.
At the tail end of the group.
Beside the lead rider.

9 . When preparing to pass another vehicle on the left, you should ride in:

The left side of the lane.
The center of the lane.
The right side of the lane.
Either the right or center portions of the lane.

10 . When changing lanes on a road with several lanes, you should:

Check only the lane next to you for traffic.
Check the lane next to you and the next lane over for traffic.
Rely only on your mirrors.
Not worry about signaling.

11 . Crossbuck signs indicate:

Railroad crossings.
School zones.
No passing zones.

12 . To avoid confusing other drivers, you should:

Increase your following distance.
Turn off your turn signal after you complete a turn or lane change.
Use your horn only in emergency situations.

13 . If you are tired, you should:

Not ride your motorcycle.
Ride at a slower speed.
Ride at a faster speed.

14 . When riding with a passenger, you should:

Ride faster than usual.
Rider more slowly than usual.
Start slowing later than usual.
Try to squeeze into smaller gaps in traffic.

15 . Which of the following surfaces is unlikely to provide poor traction for motorcyclists?

Manhole covers
Painted lane markings
Dry pavement
Metal plates

16 . To pass another vehicle, a motorcyclist:

May stay in the same lane as the vehicle.
Must use an unobstructed lane.
Can ride on the shoulder.
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17 . A sign with this shape means:

No passing zone.
Right turn permitted on red.
Yield right-of-way.

18 . When carrying a passenger, a motorcycle takes:

Less time than usual to stop and speed up.
The same amount of time to stop and speed up as it usually does.
More time than usual to stop and speed up.

19 . You should pick a lane position that:

Best increases your visibility and allows for a safe cushion of space.
You like, without regard to others.
Gets you close to other vehicles.

20 . When riding on a slippery surface, you should:

Avoid making sudden moves, as doing so could cause a skid.
Travel on the shoulder to be out of the way of traffic.
Use only the rear brake because the front brake is ineffective on slippery surfaces.

21 . You should check your tires for all of the following, except:

Air pressure.
Tread.
General wear.
Flexibility.

22 . When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow arrow, riders:

Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.
Should slow to a stop, if it is safe to do so.
May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

23 . When may a motorcyclist pass between two cars traveling in the same direction?

When traffic is moving slowly.
When traffic is stopped.
When there is an unobstructed lane between the two cars.
When one of the cars stalls.

24 . This sign means:

One-way traffic.
Divided highway ends.
Two-way traffic.
Keep left.

25 . To lessen your chances of being involved in an accident, you should:

Ride within a foot of the vehicle in front of you.
Wear dark clothing.
Signal only when you feel like it.
Stay alert and be prepared to act to avoid a crash.

26 . To shift up to a higher gear, you must:

Place your foot under the shift lever and lift.
Place your foot over the shift lever and push.
Use your thumb to move the lever.

27 . When riding on a slippery surface, you should:

Increase your speed.
Use only your rear brake.
Use only your front brake.
Avoid making sudden moves.

28 . Mirrors on motorcycles:

Have blind spots, just like cars.
Do not have blind spots because a motorcycle is usually smaller than a car
Are not required.

29 . When approaching a steady green traffic light, riders should:

Continue riding through the intersection, unless there are vehicles or pedestrians already within the intersection.
Stop if a police officer is nearby.
Treat the intersection like a four-way stop.

30 . When riding behind a car, you should:

Ride in a position that will allow the other driver to see you in their rearview mirror.
Assume the driver sees you.
Ride in the far left portion of the lane.
Ride in the far right portion of the lane.