DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DMV 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.
When riding, motoryclists should wear clothing that:
is made of approved materials.
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is comfortable.
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is sufficiently tight.
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completely covers arms and legs.
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2.
If you approach a flashing red traffic light, you:
may not proceed until it changes to green.
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must treat the intersection the same as a stop sign.
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are traveling in the wrong direction.
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All the other answers are correct.
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3.
Which of the following provide(s) the best traction for motorcycles?
Gravel roads
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Wet pavement
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Warm pavement
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Snow
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4.
You can initiate a swerve by:
pressing the handgrip of the opposite direction you want to swerve.
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pressing the handgrip of the direction you want to swerve.
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downshifting gears.
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applying the rear brake.
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5.
In slow tight turns:
increase your speed.
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lean the motorcycle
only and keep your body straight.
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lean with the motorcycle.
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sit as far back as possible.
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6.
Shifting to a lower gear to slow down is known as:
engine braking.
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shift braking.
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Anti-Lock Braking.
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None of the above.
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7.
The best face protection is provided by:
government-approved glasses.
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goggles.
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a windshield.
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a face shield.
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8.
If your motorcycle starts to wobble, do NOT:
accelerate out of the wobble.
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roll off the throttle.
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leave the road as soon as you
can.
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grip the handlebars firmly.
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9.
When you see a car on an entrance ramp that is about to merge into your lane, you should:
come to a complete stop.
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flash your brake light.
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change lanes.
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beep your horn.
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10.
The __________ provides most of your motorcycle's stopping power.
chain
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front brake
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clutch
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rear brake
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DC Motorcycle Test
Number of questions: | 25 |
Correct answers to pass: | 20 |
Passing score: | 80% |
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