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Prior to applying for a Massachusetts Motorcycle License (“Class M”) you must obtain a learner’s permit. To obtain a learner’s permit, you must be at least sixteen 16, complete an application, present valid identification, pay a fee, and pass a knowledge test. The Massachusetts motorcycle test consists of 25 questions. To pass, you must get a score of 18 (72%) or more. The test will cover the information from the Massachusetts Motorcycle Manual. If you do not have a Class D license, you must pass both a Class D knowledge test and a Class M knowledge test.
1.
An ‘uncontrolled’ or ‘open’ intersection is an intersection where:
no law enforcement officer is directing traffic.
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there is no speed limit.
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no traffic lights or signs are used to indicate the right-of-way.
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wearing helmets is not required.
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2.
Tinted eye protection:
should not be worn at night.
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should be worn at all times.
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is prohibited by law.
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is mandatory for all motorcyle riders.
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3.
If your motorcycle is equipped with a windshield:
you do not have to wear eye protection.
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you are still required to wear a face shield or goggles.
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you are still required to wear glasses.
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a helmet is not required.
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4.
The ___________ is the place where debris and oil
drippings from cars collect.
opposite lane
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left portion of the lane
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right portion of the lane
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center portion of the lane
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5.
You should check your motorcycle tires:
weekly.
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every three months.
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every time you ride.
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once a month.
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6.
You can ride your motorcycle between lanes of traffic:
whenever it is better to do so.
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Never
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only in designated lanes.
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in heavy traffic.
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7.
Before changing lanes:
Look over your shoulder.
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Check your blind spots.
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Check your mirrors.
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All of the above.
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8.
Decreases your chances of being involved in a collision by:
communicating your intentions.
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identifying and separating hazards.
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being visible.
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All of the above.
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9.
When traveling in a group, motorcycle riders should never ride:
in a single-file formation.
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in a group smaller than 3 motorcyclists.
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in a staggered formation.
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more than two abreast.
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10.
A group of motorcycle riders should ride in a staggered formation:
when passing trucks.
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when merging onto a freeway.
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on long stretches of road.
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on narrow roads.
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