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

Q.1

The gearshift is located:

By the left footrest.
By the right footrest.
By the right handle grip.

Q.2

If you are being chased by a dog, you should:

Stop your motorcycle until the animal loses interest.
Approach the animal slowly, then quickly accelerate away from the dog as it approaches.
Swerve around the animal.

Q.3

If you approach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time as another vehicle:

The vehicle on the left should yield to the vehicle on the right.
You should flash your headlight to signal that the other vehicle should proceed.
You should continue through the intersection and expect the other vehicle to stop.

Q.4

When riding behind a car, traveling in the left third of the lane allows the driver to see you in their side mirror. What is a downside to this?

Most people don’t use their side mirrors as often as they use their rearview mirror.
The wind may prevent the use of a side mirror.
Side mirrors should not be used by motorists.

Q.5

When riding in a group, mirrors:

Should be checked frequently by all riders.
Should be used only by the lead rider.
Should not be checked frequently because they can be a distraction.

Q.6

When may a motorized bicycle or moped be operated in a bicycle lane?

Never. Motorized bicycles may never be used in bicycle lanes.
Only when carrying a passenger.
Only when authorized by local ordinance or law enforcement.

Q.7

When riding a motorcycle, your feet should be:

On the footrests for balance.
Pointed with your toes aiming downward.
Relaxed.

Q.8

To make it easier to be seen by other motorists, you should:

Wear brightly-colored clothing while riding.
Wear darkly-colored clothing while riding.
Wave your arms while riding.

Q.9

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.10

You should pick a lane position that:

Best increases your visibility and allows for a safe cushion of space.
You like, without regard to others.
Gets you close to other vehicles.

Q.11

Hearing protection:

Is not needed when the rider is wearing a helmet.
Is only recommended for long trips.
Should be used on all rides.

Q.12

Of the following, it is most important to flash your brake light when:

Someone is following you too closely.
You will be slowing suddenly.
There is a stop sign ahead.

Q.13

When riding during the day, you should:

Wear dark clothes since it is light outside.
Wear bright clothes so other motorists can see you better.
Be comfortable, wearing shorts if it is hot.

Q.14

When carrying a passenger, a motorcycle takes:

Less time than usual to stop and speed up.
The same amount of time to stop and speed up as it usually does.
More time than usual to stop and speed up.

Q.15

What can grant moped users access to a bike path?

Property owners adjacent to the path
Local law
Nothing

Q.16

When choosing a jacket for protection, you should ensure that it:

Fits loosely and flaps in the wind.
Fits snugly enough that it does not flap in the wind.
Is it not made of leather or another sturdy material.

Q.17

HOV lanes can be used by motorcyclists:

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

Q.18

The formation you should take when riding in a group:

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

Q.19

What does a traffic signal displaying a solid red arrow mean?

Drivers must come to a complete stop.
Drivers may proceed through the intersection with caution.
Drivers must yield to oncoming traffic.

Q.20

What does this sign mean?

Stop.
Yield to other drivers.
A stop sign is ahead.

Q.21

If you are riding behind another vehicle at night, you can determine if there are bumps on the road ahead by:

Listening for the other vehicle scraping against the pavement.
Noticing the other vehicle’s taillights bouncing up and down.
Looking at the rear bumper of the vehicle ahead and trying to determine if it is bouncing.

Q.22

A motorcyclist should not rely only on their mirrors because:

Sometimes mirrors can be dirty, limiting the motorcyclist's view.
Mirrors are always unreliable.
Motorcycles have blind spots.

Q.23

Use your mirrors when stopping at an intersection:

To determine if drivers behind you are aware that you are stopping.
To watch for pedestrians ahead.
To look for dark clouds that may indicate poor weather conditions.

Q.24

When 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.25

When riding at night, you should:

Increase your speed.
Increase your following distance.
Decrease your following distance.

Q.26

When wearing a helmet at the time of a crash, a rider is:

Less likely to survive than a person who is not wearing helmet.
Just as likely to survive as a person not wearing a helmet.
More likely to survive than a person not wearing helmet.

Q.27

There is the greatest potential for conflict between a motorcycle and other traffic:

On the highway.
At intersections.
On rural roads.

Q.28

Alcohol reaches the brain ________ being consumed.

Within minutes of
About an hour after
About two hours after

Q.29

While riding, you should wear:

Hearing protection to prevent damage from long-term exposure to engine and wind noise.
A helmet to protect your hearing.
A baseball cap.

Q.30

A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield:

Is not necessary if you have a windshield.
Only protects your eyes.
Helps protect your whole face.

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