1 . The safest part of the lane:

Is always the left portion of the lane.
Is always the right portion of the lane.
Changes depending on the situation.

2 . What does a solid yellow traffic light mean?

The traffic light is about to change to red.
The traffic light is about to change to green.
Stop and wait for traffic to pass.

3 . This sign means:

You can travel in either direction in this lane.
There is two-way traffic.
You are approaching a divided highway.

4 . During normal turns:

The motorcycle and rider should lean in the same direction.
The motorcycle and rider should lean in opposite directions.
The motorcycle should not lean.

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

A gravel road
Dry pavement
Mud
Lane markings

6 . To make a quick stop on wet pavement, you should:

Use only the front brake.
Use only the rear brake.
Use both brakes.

7 . Where should you open up your following distance to more than four seconds?

In heavy traffic
On icy roads
On oily roads
All of the above

8 . This sign means:

There is a detour ahead.
You must stop for flaggers.
The road ahead is closed to traffic.
The highway ahead is undergoing maintenance.

9 . What does this road sign mean?

Be ready to merge with traffic entering your lane.
Always stop.
Divided highway ahead.

10 . Which factor does not play a major role in affecting your blood alcohol content (BAC)?

Age
The amount of alcohol consumed
Body weight

11 . This road sign means:

Hospital.
Upcoming intersection.
Railroad crossing.

12 . From the center lane, which maneuver(s) can you perform?

You may make left turns.
You may make U-turns.
You may pass slow-moving traffic.
All of the above.

13 . If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, the:

Motorcycle could lurch and the rear tire could skid.
Motorcycle could accelerate too quickly.
Front tire will likely skid.
Engine will make a loud noise.

14 . When entering a turn, you should:

Slow down.
Speed up.
Come to a complete stop.

15 . If traffic is present, where should you generally position your motorcycle when entering a curve?

The outside of the curve
The inside of the curve
The center of the curve

16 . When making a turn:

There is less traction available for stopping.
There is more traction available for stopping.
Stopping is no different than making a stop on a straightaway.
Stopping should never be attempted.

17 . The best way to stay out of trouble while riding a motorcycle is to:

Look well ahead of your motorcycle.
Avoid high-density traffic areas.
Ride at speeds faster than the speed limit.

18 . A motorcyclist is well-protected if they are wearing:

A jacket that allows the arms to be exposed.
Boots with tall heels.
Leather gloves.
Shoes that stop below their ankle.

19 . What does this sign mean?

Railroad crossing ahead
Yield
Reduce speed

20 . Scan the road ______ ahead of your motorcycle.

20 seconds
12 seconds
10 seconds

21 . This sign is used to warn drivers:

That the right lane ends and traffic should merge left.
That the road curves ahead.
About upcoming intersections.
About road construction.
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22 . 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.

23 . Which of the following is not a way to prevent a friend from driving while intoxicated?

Arrange a safe ride home for them.
Get them involved in activities to slow their drinking and keep them busy while they sober up.
Make them wait 15 minutes after their last drink before driving.
Get other friends involved in stopping your friend from driving.

24 . An engine will seize due to:

A lack of oil.
A lack of fuel.
Improper tire inflation.

25 . To help provide space for drivers attempting to merge into your lane from an entrance ramp, you should:

Stay in your lane.
Merge into the next lane, if possible.
Not worry about it, since they are the ones trying to merge.
Ride on the far left shoulder.

26 . A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield:

Is not necessary if you have a windshield.
Only protects your eyes.
Helps protect your whole face.
Does not protect your face as well as goggles.

27 . 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.

28 . When approaching a blind intersection, you should:

Ride in the portion of the lane that will bring you into other drivers' fields of vision at the earliest possible moment.
Always be in the left lane to be the farthest from oncoming traffic.
Slowly sneak up to the intersection.
Weave slightly in your lane so your headlight has a better chance of being spotted.

29 . Waiting for one hour to ride after having one drink:

Guarantees that you cannot be arrested for drinking and riding.
Guarantees that your riding skills will not be affected.
Should be fine as long as you ride slowly.
May not entirely remove the effects of alcohol from your body.

30 . If you are riding when it starts to rain, it is a good idea to:

Ride down the center of the lane.
Increase your speed.
Ride in the tire tracks left by cars.
Pull onto the shoulder of the road.

31 . The faster you drink alcohol:

The faster the alcohol is removed from your body.
The faster the alcohol accumulates in your body.
The less the alcohol affects your body.

32 . If a friend has been drinking and wants to ride their motorcycle, you should:

Let them.
Encourage them to take less-crowded roads.
Push their bike over.
Encourage friends to talk them out of riding.

33 . Before changing lanes, motorcycle riders should turn their heads to look over their shoulders because:

Motorcycles have blind spots, just like other vehicles.
They can catch the attention of other drivers by turning their heads.
Mirrors are not really helpful.
They should try to make eye contact with surrounding drivers.

34 . To lower the chance of a crash, you should do all of the following, except:

Be visible.
Communicate your intentions.
Be prepared to react to hazards.
Hope another driver sees you.

35 . What should you be most concerned about when you see this sign?

Driving with your headlights out of alignment because one side of your car is higher than the other.
Damaging a tire from drifting onto the shoulder.
Hydroplaning, if the shoulder has water on it.
Losing control of the vehicle if you drift onto the shoulder.

36 . This sign means:

Lane ends.
No right turn.
Slippery when wet.
Two-way traffic.

37 . When braking:

Use only one brake if it is a non-emergency situation.
Only use both brakes if you are riding on wet pavement.
Use both brakes regardless of the circumstances.
Use only the front brake.

38 . Reflective clothing:

Should be worn only at night.
Should be worn only during the day.
Should be worn both day and night.

39 . When riding at night, you should:

Increase your speed.
Increase your following distance.
Decrease your following distance.

40 . Usually, a good way to handle tailgaters is to:

Change lanes and let them pass.
Come to a complete stop.
Speed up to put distance between you and the tailgater.
Ignore them.