1 . When entering a turn, you should:

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

2 . This sign means:

Two-way traffic.
Lane shifting.
Low clearance.
Added lane.

3 . When riding behind a car, you should ride:

In any part of the lane.
In the part of the lane closest to the shoulder.
In the part of the lane that places your image in the car's rearview mirror.
As close to the car as possible.

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

Ride on the right side of the lane.
Ride on the edge of the road.
Ride in the tire tracks left by cars.

5 . When riding a motorcycle, it is important to:

Focus only on what is in front of you.
Focus only on what is behind you.
Know what’s happening both in front of and behind you.

6 . This sign means:

Low clearance.
Fines double in a work zone.
No left turn.
Do not block intersection.

7 . The best lane position is:

The one that lets you travel the fastest.
The one that allows you to draft off of other vehicles.
The one that allows you be seen by other motorists.
The one that places you in other vehicles’ blind spots.

8 . This road sign means:

Do not enter.
Roundabout ahead.
No U-turns.

9 . When riding with a passenger on your motorcycle, you should instruct the passenger to:

Get on the motorcycle before the engine starts.
Sit as far back as possible on the bike.
Not talk or move unnecessarily.

10 . When cars are merging from an entrance ramp:

A motorcyclist should assume the entering drivers see them.
A motorcyclist should never assume the entering drivers see them.
A motorcyclist should stop.

11 . Small vehicles can appear ______ and seem to be traveling ______ than they actually are.

Farther away, more slowly
Farther away, faster
Closer, more slowly
Closer, faster

12 . This sign means:

Keep right.
Low shoulder.
No parking at any time.
Lane ends.

13 . To reduce the amount of time you need to react to a hazard, you should:

Always ride under the speed limit.
Cover the clutch and brakes.
Shift into neutral when slowing.
Pull the clutch when turning.

14 . If you must transport a load, it should be:

Carried over the rear axle.
Carried on the gas tank in front of you.
Piled up against a sissy bar or frame on the back of the seat.

15 . When you see this sign, you should stop and:

Check for vehicles only in the direction that you plan on going, then proceed.
Let all vehicles that arrive before or after you go first.
Check for traffic in all directions before proceeding.

16 . A thorough check of your motorcycle:

Is useless unless done by a mechanic.
Should not be done before a ride.
Should be done only after a ride.
Can help you identify any mechanical defects or equipment failures.

17 . Where is the greatest potential for conflict between you and other vehicles?

At intersections
On the highway
On any road

18 . Of the following, which clothing item will not reduce injuries in a crash?

Heavy shoes
Full-length pants
Shorts
Full-fingered gloves

19 . This sign means:

No turns.
No outlet.
No U-turns.

20 . To prevent getting fatigued on a long ride, you should do all of the following, except:

Dress warmly.
Limit the distance traveled in a day.
Take frequent rest breaks.
Take artificial stimulants.

21 . In any crash, you have a better chance of avoiding serious injury if you do all of the following, except:

Wear an approved helmet.
Wear face or eye protection.
Wear protective clothing.
Have a windshield.
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22 . 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.

23 . When should the front brake be used?

Any time the rider is slowing or stopping
Only when slowing or stopping on slippery roads
Only when slowing or stopping in an emergency
Only when slowing or stopping in traffic

24 . How can you discourage another vehicle from sharing your lane?

Ride in the middle of your lane.
Ride in the left portion of your lane.
Ride in the right portion of your lane.
Swerve from side to side in your lane.

25 . Under ideal conditions, a motorcyclist should maintain a minimum following distance of:

One second.
Two seconds.
Three seconds.
Four seconds.

26 . When you see this black and yellow sign, it means:

The road to the right is for one-way traffic only.
There is a detour to the right due to road construction.
The road ahead changes direction at an extreme angle.

27 . When being passed, all of the following are potential hazards, except:

Extended mirrors.
Objects being thrown from other vehicles.
Blasts of wind.
Headlights.

28 . When the lights on this sign are flashing, what should you do?

Stop and wait until the train passes.
Proceed with caution.
Turn around and find an alternate route.

29 . This sign means:

Yield.
Crossroad ahead.
Keep right.
Yield ahead.

30 . What should you do when you see this sign?

Look for a train station ahead.
Signal before going any further.
Slow down and yield to trains.

31 . If you accidentally lock your rear wheel while braking on a good traction surface, you should:

Keep it locked until you come to a complete stop.
Release the rear brake and only use the front brake.
Release the rear brake, then quickly re-apply it.
Release the rear brake and down shift.

32 . A sign that your rear tire has suddenly gone flat is that:

The back of your motorcycle is swaying from side to side.
You heard a loud noise.
A discharge of air can be seen.

33 . 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.

34 . Scan the road ______ ahead of your motorcycle.

20 seconds
12 seconds
10 seconds

35 . This sign means:

Trucks are permitted on an upcoming narrow bridge.
The bridge ahead is open to one-way traffic only.
The bridge ahead is wide enough for only one car at a time.
The bridge ahead may be too narrow to meet or pass a truck.

36 . When conducting a pre-ride check, be sure that:

The brakes make a loud squeaking noise.
The brakes cause some friction with the steering.
Each brake can hold the motorcycle.
Only the rear brake can hold the motorcycle.

37 . When being followed too closely by another vehicle, you should:

Speed up.
Move onto the shoulder.
Allow the other driver to pass you.
Exit the roadway.

38 . To reduce the chances of a collision, you should:

Wear bright or reflective clothing.
Change lanes frequently.
Focus only on your riding, not on your surroundings.

39 . This road sign means:

The left lane is reserved for vehicles with a specific number of occupants.
Specific turning movements are allowed from specific lanes.
Do not enter.
Drivers in both lanes are responsible for merging smoothly.

40 . This sign means:

Slippery when wet.
Watch for drunk drivers.
Dangerous curve ahead.
Bump in the road ahead.