California Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-12 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

If you must brake and swerve to avoid danger, you should:

Use only the front brake while swerving.
Brake and swerve at the same time.
Either brake then swerve or swerve then brake.

Q.2

If a motorcycle rider takes a turn too fast, they may:

Have increased control of their motorcycle.
Experience a more stable ride.
Unintentionally leave the road.

Q.3

When a motorcyclist needs to stop quickly, they should:

Apply both brakes at the same time.
Use only the front brake.
Use only the rear brake.

Q.4

Unlike other beverages, alcohol:

Is absorbed into the bloodstream right away.
Needs to be digested.
Doesn’t affect humans.

Q.5

A passenger should sit:

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

Q.6

The best way to stay out of trouble while riding a motorcycle is to:

Look well ahead of your motorcycle.
Avoid high-density traffic areas.
Ride at speeds faster than the speed limit.

Q.7

When choosing a helmet, you should ensure that it:

Has no cracks or defects.
Looks nice.
Fits loosely.

Q.8

As you consume more alcohol, your ability to safely ride:

Increases.
Stays the same.
Decreases.

Q.9

To control a motorcycle well, you should:

Use your arms to hold yourself up.
Keep your knees against the gas tank.
Sit so your arms are straight when reaching for the handlebars.

Q.10

A motorized scooter can:

Only be operated during the day.
Be operated without a driver license.
Be operated with any class of driver license.

Q.11

To improve your chances of being seen, you should:

Use your headlight only at night or when conditions reduce visibility.
Always use your headlight.
Add an orange tint to your headlight.

Q.12

If a dog is chasing your motorcycle, you should:

Swerve around the dog.
Slow down, let the dog approach, and accelerate away from the animal.
Park and wait for the dog to lose interest.

Q.13

HOV lanes can be used by motorcyclists:

But only if they are carrying a passenger.
Unless otherwise posted.
But only on weekends.

Q.14

The key to making a quick turn is to:

Shift your weight quickly.
Turn the handlebars quickly.
Get your motorcycle to lean quickly.

Q.15

Which of the following is not a benefit of maintaining a cushion of space between your motorcycle and other vehicles?

You have more time to react to the movements of other drivers.
You have space to maneuver.
You have limited escape route options.

Q.16

When riding, your feet should be:

On the gas tank.
Hanging loosely.
On the footrests.

Q.17

If your rear wheel locks up while you are stopping on a straightaway:

You can usually maintain control of the motorcycle.
You will likely lose control of the motorcycle.
You will need to release the rear brake to regain control of the motorcycle.

Q.18

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.19

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.20

A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield:

Protects your face, but not your eyes.
Protects your eyes, but not your whole face.
Helps protect your whole face.

Q.21

For motorcycle operators, helmets are:

Required.
Not required, but recommended.
Not recommended.

Q.22

When approaching a blind intersection, you should:

Move into the portion of the lane that will bring you into another driver’s field of vision at the earliest possible moment.
Stop at the stop sign or signal and then proceed normally.
Flash your lights and sound your horn to alert other drivers to your presence.

Q.23

If you are being passed, you should:

Ride in the left portion of the lane.
Ride in the center portion of the lane.
Ride in the right portion of the lane.

Q.24

When other vehicles are slowed or stopped:

A motorcyclist should not weave between lanes of traffic.
It is acceptable for a motorcyclist to weave in and out of traffic lanes.
A motorcyclist should ride in a straight line between two lanes.

Q.25

The formation you should take when riding in a group:

Is always single-file.
Depends on the situation.
Is always staggered.

Q.26

When preparing to ride with a passenger, instruct the passenger to:

Get onto the motorcycle before you.
Sit as far back as possible.
Hold firmly onto your waist, hips, or belt.

Q.27

The best way to stop quickly is to:

Use only your front brake.
Use only your rear brake.
Use both brakes at the same time.

Q.28

The center portion of a lane contains an oily strip. This strip:

Should be avoided at all times.
Usually provides adequate traction for riding, unless it is raining.
Should only be traveled upon if you are sharing the lane with another vehicle.

Q.29

When you are being passed on the left, you should:

Speed up.
Ride in the right portion of the lane.
Ride in the center portion of the lane.

Q.30

When crossing angled railroad tracks, it is usually best to:

Use the shoulder of the road to slow down before crossing the tracks.
Walk your motorcycle across the tracks.
Continue straight within your lane to cross the tracks.

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