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Safe riding requires knowledge and skill. To earn your motorcycle license in Kansas, you must pass a knowledge test and an on-cycle skill test. The knowledge test includes questions on rules of the road, driving laws and safe riding practices, as well as information specific to two-wheeled vehicles. Knowledge test questions are based on information and ideas from the Kansas Motorcycle Operator Manual. The test consists of 25 questions, and you'll need at least 20 correct answers to pass.
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When riding a motorcycle, keep your feet:
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firmly on the footrests.
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so that they skim along the
surface of the roadside.
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as far forward as possible.
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2.
You can help keep your balance while riding by:
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locking your elbows.
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keeping your knees against the gas tank.
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sitting as far back as possible.
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3.
A front-wheel skid can be caused by:
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locking the rear wheel.
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locking the front wheel.
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a quick turn.
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4.
At blind intersections, it is important to:
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change lanes and let the tailgater pass.
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share your lane with other cars and motorcycles.
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see as much as possible and remain visible to others.
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5.
When you ride a motorcycle on slippery pavement, you should ______ to avoid a skid.
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lean your motorcycle in any direction
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accelerate
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slow down
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6.
You should check your mirrors:
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All the other answers are correct.
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when you begin to slow down.
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before you change lanes.
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7.
If the rear tire goes flat while riding:
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apply the rear brake firmly.
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apply both brakes at the same time.
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gradually apply the front brake.
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8.
Stopping distance is:
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the sum of reflex distance, preparation distance and braking distance.
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the total minimum distance a vehicle has traveled until the driver can bring it to a complete stop.
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the sum of yielding distance and braking distance.
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9.
In each lane of traffic, there are ______ lane positions for a motorcycle.
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eight
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four
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three
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10.
When passing another vehicle, you:
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should ride close to the edge of the road.
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must not exceed the speed limit.
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should ride in the highest gear.
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