DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MOTORCYCLE PERMIT TEST
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Safe riding requires knowledge and skill. To earn your motorcycle license in District of Columbia, you must pass both a knowledge test and an on-cycle skill test. The knowledge test includes questions on driving laws, rules of the road and safe riding practices, as well as information specific to two-wheeled vehicles. Knowledge test questions are based on information and ideas from the District of Columbia Motorcycle Operator Manual. The test consists of 25 questions, and a passing score consists of at least 20 correct answers (80%).
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1.
Your body can be affected by alcohol after as little as ______ drink(s).
six
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two
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one
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four
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2.
In slow tight turns, counterbalance the motorcycle by:
leaning forward.
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leaning in the opposite direction of the motorcycle.
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leaning with the motorcycle.
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keeping your body straight.
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3.
When passing a truck, it is important to:
All the other answers are correct.
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always sound your horn when riding alongside the vehicle.
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avoid slowing down suddenly when you merge back in front of the vehicle.
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flash your headlight.
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4.
When motorcycle riders pull off the road, they should:
roll on the throttle.
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check the belt/chain and sprockets.
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remain in the left lane position.
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get as far off the road as they can.
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5.
You should shift down through the
gears:
when you need more power to accelerate.
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when you need to slow down.
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when approaching a stop sign.
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In all of the above situations
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6.
Knowing when and how to stop or swerve are two critical skills in avoiding a crash. Most riders involved in a crash:
underbrake the rear tire and overbrake the front.
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underbrake the front tire and overbrake the rear.
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overbrake the rear tire and pull in the clutch.
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separate braking from
swerving.
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7.
Skidding can be caused by:
pulling in the clutch too firmly.
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using the wrong brake.
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too much rear brake pressure.
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upshifting.
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8.
Making eye contact with other drivers:
Guarantees that the other driver will yield
to you.
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Doesn’t guarantee that the driver will yield.
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Is a clear sign of aggressive driving.
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Is not worth the effort.
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9.
You can ride your motorcycle between lanes of traffic:
Never
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in heavy traffic.
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whenever it is better to do so.
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only in designated lanes.
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10.
To ride safely on slippery surfaces, you should:
riding in the right lane position.
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always ride in the center lane position.
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using both brakes.
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avoid sudden moves.
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Number of questions: | 25 |
Correct answers to pass: | 20 |
Passing score: | 80% |
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