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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.
The front brake is operated by:
the left-hand lever.
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the left-foot pedal.
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the right-foot pedal.
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the right-hand lever.
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2.
The greatest potential for conflict
between you and other traffic is:
at
intersections.
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in the left lane position.
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in the center portion of the lane.
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where dirt and gravel collect.
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3.
Which of the following should not be done at night?
Increase your speed.
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Increase your following distance.
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Use your high beam.
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Adjust your lane position when necessary.
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4.
If your motorcycle group is larger than _______ riders, divide it into smaller groups.
3
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5 or 6
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2 or 3
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4
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5.
Start your motorcycle with your right wrist:
up.
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flat.
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down.
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slightly bent.
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6.
Motorcycle riders can improve their riding strategy by
using the "SIPDE" process. SIPDE stands for:
Scan, identify, predict, decide, execute
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See, identify, predict, decide, examine
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See, identify, process, detect, execute
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Scan, identify, proceed, direct, execute
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7.
By "choosing the best lane position" you:
maximize the space cushion around you.
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are not in a blind spot.
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are avoiding hazards.
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All of the above.
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8.
In Maine, you must wear a helmet:
only when riding on highways.
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at all times.
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if you are under the age of 18.
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only if you are the rider.
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9.
While riding your motorcycle, you spot something unavoidable in your path on the road ahead. You should:
All of the other answers are correct.
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hold on firmly to the handlebar.
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line up as much as you can to hit the object straight on.
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slow down as much as possible.
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10.
At night, you should use your high-beams when you are _____________ another vehicle.
following
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neither following nor meeting
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following or meeting
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meeting
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