RHODE ISLAND MOTORCYCLE PERMIT TEST

16. Shifting to a lower gear causes an effect similar to using the brakes. This is known as:
engine breaking.
downshifting.
upshifting.
engine braking.
17. As you prepare for your ride, tell your passenger to:
wear a seat belt.
keep their legs close to the muffler(s).
All the other answers are correct.
hold firmly onto your waist, hips, belt or passenger handholds.
18. If the rear wheel locks up:
release the rear brake.
keep it locked until you have come to a complete stop.
release pressure on the front brake lever.
grab the front brake.
19. Motorcycles are harder to see than cars because:
Most motorcyclists ride at night.
Cars are much louder.
Car drivers fail to pay close attention to them.
They have a smaller profile
20. You should ______ while stopped at intersections.
remain in third gear
remain in first gear
remain in second gear
remain in neutral
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