DC DMV MOTORCYCLE LICENSE 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%).
1. When buying your motorcycle helmet, the first thing to consider should be:
price.
appearance.
compatibility.
protection.
2. When it starts to rain:
ride in the center lane position.
ride in the tire tracks left by cars.
always ride in the left lane position.
increase your speed to lessen your chances of skidding.
3. By "choosing the best lane position" you:
avoid road hazards.
maximize the space cushion around you.
are not in a blind spot.
All of the above.
4. Most motorcycle crashes happen:
on short trips.
in school zones.
on long trips.
in construction zones.
5. You are approaching a blind intersection that has a stop line. You should stop:
with the front wheel over the stop line.
at the stop line only.
at the stop line first, and then pull forward.
where you have the most visibility.
6. When you carry a passenger:
you should sit as far back as possible.
it will take longer to accelerate and brake.
you should reduce your following distance.
you should flash your brake light more often.
7. When deciding if it safe to pass, you should not:
pass if signs or pavement markings prohibit passing.
pass a school bus with flashing red lights.
follow another vehicle that is passing a car in front of you.
All the other answers are correct.
8. The best way to help others see your motorcycle is to:
keep the headlight on at all times.
wear bright colored clothes.
choose the best lane position.
All of the above.
9. When riding long distances, you should stop and get off the motorcycle at least every:
30 miles.
two hours.
round trip.
four hours.
10. If an obstacle cannot be avoided and you must go over it, approach it at a ______-degree angle.
60
120
45
90
 
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DC DMV Motorcycle Test

Number of questions: 25
Correct answers to pass:20
Passing score:80%
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