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