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To earn your motorcycle license in Iowa, you must pass a knowledge test and an on-cycle skill test. Knowledge test questions are based on the contest of the Iowa Motorcycle Manual, and require that you know road rules and safe riding practices. The knowledge exam consists of 25 questions, and you'll need 20 correct answers to pass (80%).
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Which of the following is a common factor in motorcycle collisions?
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Bad drivers
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Traffic signals
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Not being seen
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Seasonal changes
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2.
If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should:
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grip the handlebars firmly and roll off the throttle.
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fight the wobble.
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apply the brakes.
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try to accelerate out of the wobble.
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3.
The best face protection is provided by:
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government-approved glasses.
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a windshield.
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a face shield.
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goggles.
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4.
Wear ___________ clothing to increase
your chances of being seen.
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comfortable
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leather
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brightly-colored or reflective
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colorful
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5.
When parking in a parallel parking space
next to a curb, position the motorcycle
at an angle with _________ touching the curb.
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both wheels
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the front wheel
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the rear brake
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the rear wheel
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6.
What checks should you perform on your tires before riding?
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Tread condition.
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Cuts, bulges or punctures of foreign objects.
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Tire pressure.
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All of the above.
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7.
Which of the following should be avoided when carrying cargo?
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Securing cargo as low as possible
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Filling saddlebags evenly
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Fastening excess cargo to the sissy bar
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Securing cargo with elastic cords
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8.
If
you have to ride over an obstacle,
you should:
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approach it at a 30-degree angle.
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lean the motorcycle
only and keep your body straight.
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rise slightly off the seat.
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increase your speed.
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9.
To discourage other vehicles from trying to share your lane, you should:
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increase your speed.
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turn on your high beam headlights.
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tell them they are being aggressive.
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ride in the center lane position.
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10.
The front brake is operated by ________________ .
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the right foot pedal
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the right hand lever
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the left foot pedal
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the left hand lever
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