Alabama Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-5 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

A sign that your front tire has gone flat is that your steering suddenly feels:

Heavy.
Loose.
Soft.

Q.2

When riding behind a car, traveling in the center portion of the lane:

Allows you to be seen in its rearview mirror.
Usually makes it difficult for the driver to see you.
Should be avoided.

Q.3

When being followed by a tailgater, you should:

Change lanes and let them pass or slow down to allow for more space ahead of your motorcycle.
Ignore them.
Increase your speed.

Q.4

Pick a lane position that:

Helps you avoid road hazards.
Hides you from other road users.
Places you directly next to another vehicle.

Q.5

When approaching a blind intersection, riders should:

Stop at the stop line before moving forward to improve their view of cross traffic.
Ignore the stop line and move forward to get a better look.
Stop at the stop line then proceed through the intersection.

Q.6

When riding in a group, the best formation for keeping riders together while maintaining adequate space cushions is generally:

A single-file formation.
Riding in pairs.
A staggered formation.

Q.7

To reduce your reaction time, you should:

Ride more slowly than the speed limit.
Shift into neutral when slowing.
Cover the clutch and the brakes.

Q.8

Which of the following is not a method used to maintain control of a motorcycle in a turn?

Accelerate through the turn.
Reduce your speed before turning.
Lean into the turn.

Q.9

When riding at night, you should:

Move closer to the vehicle in front of you so you can use its lights to see farther down the road.
Keep riding at your normal speed to lower the risk of being struck from behind.
Reduce your speed and increase your following distance.

Q.10

If another driver makes eye contact with you:

You know that they have seen you.
It doesn’t always mean they've actually seen you.
They will properly yield to you.

Q.11

If your motorcycle begins to weave while you are riding over rain grooves or bridge gratings, you should:

Speed up to get over the surface faster.
Exaggerate the zigzag motion to get the attention of other drivers.
Maintain a steady speed and ride straight across the grooves or gratings.

Q.12

The safest part of the lane:

Is always the left portion of the lane.
Is always the right portion of the lane.
Changes depending on the situation.

Q.13

Which of the following factors may affect the blood alcohol content (BAC) of a person?

The amount of alcohol consumed
The drinker's height
The temperature outside

Q.14

When riding a motorcycle:

The mirrors provide a perfect view.
The mirrors do not show your blind spots.
The mirrors should not be used, except when parking.

Q.15

A passenger should sit:

Sidesaddle.
In front of the operator.
Behind the operator.

Q.16

To lessen the chances of a crash occurring, you should:

Not use turn signals.
Use proper lane positions.
Follow other vehicles closely.

Q.17

A motorcycle’s horn is ________ a passenger vehicle's horn.

Louder than
Quieter than
About as loud as

Q.18

When carrying a load, it should be:

Secured as high as possible.
Secured as low as possible.
Secured on a sissy bar.

Q.19

A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield can protect you from:

Noise.
Dust.
Glare.

Q.20

Before every ride, you should:

Make sure your bike's brake lights work properly.
Make sure the paint on the bike is not peeling.
Make sure your bike is completely clean.

Q.21

Compared to a car, a motorcycle needs _____ attention.

Less frequent
The same amount of
More frequent

Q.22

When riding near a truck:

If you cannot see the truck’s mirrors, the driver cannot see you.
You should not be able to see the truck’s mirrors.
You should concentrate on operating your motorcycle and not worry about the truck’s mirrors.

Q.23

If you are passing a row of parked vehicles to your right and there is no oncoming traffic to your left, you should ride:

In the left portion of your lane.
In the right portion of your lane.
In the center of your lane.

Q.24

When riding ________, you are facing the greatest potential for conflict between you and other vehicles.

On the expressway
Near an intersection
In a group

Q.25

If possible, do not ride directly next to another vehicle because:

Another driver may want to use your lane to pass.
You may be in the vehicle’s blind spot.
You may have access to escape routes.

Q.26

A DOT-compliant helmet:

Severely limits your vision.
Allows you to see as far to the sides as is necessary for safe riding.
Can become a hazard to the rider.

Q.27

One problem with a motorcyclist riding directly next to another vehicle is that:

The other vehicle may block the motorcyclist's escape route.
The motorcyclist can be easily seen by other drivers.
The motorcyclist may not be able to read signs on the side of the road.

Q.28

When being passed from behind, which portion of the lane should you ride in?

Right
Center
Left

Q.29

If riding during the day, you should wear:

Brightly-colored clothing to increase your chances of being seen.
Clothing of any color because other drivers can easily see you in daylight.
Darkly-colored clothing to contrast with the bright sunlight.

Q.30

If your front wheel locks while you are braking, you should:

Keep the tire locked until your next stop.
Continue squeezing the front brake lever.
Release the front brake and immediately re-apply it.

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