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Safe riding requires knowledge and skill. To earn your Alabama motorcycle license, you must pass both a knowledge test and on-cycle skills test. Knowledge test questions are based on information from the AL DMV Motorcycle Operator Manual. They require that you know and understand road rules and safe riding practices. The written knowledge test consists of 30 questions. To pass you must correctly answer at least 24 questions (80%).
1. When you are being passed from behind, you should:
avoid moving into the portion of the lane farthest from the passing vehicle.
avoid riding in the center of the lane.
swerve as soon as you can.
2. By "choosing the best lane position" you:
are avoiding hazards.
are not in a blind spot.
All of the above.
3. The best way to carry cargo on a motorcycle is to:
keep the load low.
distribute the load evenly.
All of the above.
4. When you are being passed on the left, you should ride in the ______ lane position.
center
left
center or right
5. The best clothing for being seen is:
certified clothing.
protective clothing.
bright and colorful.
6. A good way to handle tailgaters is to:
Change lanes and let them pass.
Speed up to put distance between you and the tailgater.
Use your horn and make hand gestures.
7. Wear ___________ clothing to increase your chances of being seen.
brightly-colored or reflective
colorful
comfortable
8. Before riding, position yourself comfortably and sit far enough forward so that your arms are:
bent at a 120-degree angle.
slightly bent when you hold the handgrips.
straight.
9. When passing, ride in the ___________ to increase your line of sight and make you more visible.
center portion of the lane
right portion of the lane
left portion of the lane
10. When approaching turns or curves, riders should travel:
in pairs.
in a staggered formation.
single file.
 
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AL DMV Motorcycle Test

Number of questions: 30
Correct answers to pass:24
Passing score:80%
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