DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DMV MOTORCYCLE 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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You are approaching a turn and need to change gears. When should you change gears?
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After entering the turn
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At any point before, after, or during the turn
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Before entering the turn
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During the turn
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2.
You should check your tires:
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once a year.
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once a month.
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every time you ride your motorcycle.
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once a week.
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3.
Most motorcycle crashes occur:
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when changing lanes.
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at lower speeds.
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at higher speeds.
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on multilane highways.
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Wet pavement provides poor traction:
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particularly just after it starts to rain.
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at night.
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especially in the tire tracks left by cars.
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near the edge of the road.
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5.
The best lane position should:
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provide an escape route.
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All the other answers are correct.
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avoid wind blast from other vehicles.
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communicate your intentions.
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