Allows the wearer to see as far to the sides as is necessary for safe riding.

Have blind spots that should be routinely checked.

Do not have blind spots because of their small size.

Have blind spots, but they are so small they should not cause concern.

Are too small to have blind spots.

District of Columbia Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-10 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

In New Hampshire, a person who is age 21 or older with a minimum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of ______ is considered legally intoxicated.

0.02 percent
0.04 percent
0.06 percent
0.08 percent

Q.2

If you wait one hour to ride after having one alcoholic drink:

You cannot be arrested for drinking and driving.
Your riding skills will not be affected by the alcohol.
Effects from the alcohol may still remain.
You will be fine as long as you ride slowly.

Q.3

Of the following, which clothing item will not reduce injuries in a crash?

Heavy shoes
Full-length pants
Shorts
Full-fingered gloves

Q.4

What does this hand signal mean?

Slow or stop
Left turn
Right turn
Backing up

Q.5

If your motorcycle starts to wobble, you should:

Gradually brake.
Accelerate.
Grip the handlebars firmly and close the throttle gradually.
Downshift.

Q.6

When going through a turn on a motorcycle, you should:

Keep your eyes focused close to the front of the motorcycle.
Look through the turn to where you want to go.
Turn your entire body to see through the turn.
Increase your speed before the turn.

Q.7

Motorcycle riders should choose footwear with soles that:

Are made of hard, durable, slip-resistant material.
Allow their feet to breathe.
Have tall heels.
Are made of soft, flimsy material.

Q.8

An approved helmet:

Allows the wearer to see as far to the sides as is necessary for safe riding.
Looks good.
Does not have a chin strap.
Protects the wearer's hearing.

Q.9

A shatter-resistant face shield:

Can protect a rider's face in a crash.
Is only useful in protecting riders from dirt.
Does not offer as much protection as goggles.
Should not be used with a helmet.

Q.10

When passing a row of parked cars to your right when there is no oncoming traffic to your left, you should:

Stay toward the right side of your lane.
Stay toward the left side of your lane.
Look to your left frequently.
Use your rearview mirrors more frequently than usual.

Q.11

Motorcycles:

Do not have blind spots because of their small size.
Have blind spots, but they are so small they should not cause concern.
Have blind spots that should be routinely checked.
Are too small to have blind spots.

Q.12

If the front wheel locks, you should:

Continue to hold the brake and the skid should end.
Release the front brake and not use the front brake.
Release the front brake and then quickly squeeze the front brake.
Release the front brake immediately and re-apply the front brake smoothly.

Q.13

To adjust for added weight when riding with a passenger, you should:

Operate at a slower speed than usual.
Maintain a shorter following distance that you would if riding without a passenger.
Operate at a faster speed than usual.
Brake a little later than you would if riding without a passenger.

Q.14

When selecting a helmet, make sure it is all of the following, except:

Designed to meet U.S. Department of Transportation standards.
Snug.
Defect-free.
Attractive.

Q.15

A skidding rear tire:

Is not serious.
Eliminates your ability to change direction.
Will usually correct itself.
Is only a concern if the front tire is also skidding.

Q.16

Riding at night is usually:

Easier than riding during the day because you can more easily see the lights of other vehicles.
More difficult than riding during the day because it is harder to see.
Not allowed on highways.
Less distracting than riding during the day.

Q.17

If a friend has had too much to drink and wants to ride their motorcycle, you should:

Let them.
Encourage them to take roads that are not crowded.
Not get involved.
Take their keys.

Q.18

When adjusting your rearview mirror, be sure you can:

See the lane behind you and the lane next to you.
See only the lane behind you.
See only the lane next to you.
See most of your helmet.

Q.19

Anti-Lock Braking Systems (ABS) are designed to:

Prevent skidding and wheel lock-up.
Prevent brakes from activating if the roadway is dry.
Apply brakes automatically.
Warn you when your brake pad needs replacing.

Q.20

To be effective, eye or face shield protection must be all of the following, except:

Able to fasten securely.
Too tight to allow sunglasses or eyeglasses to be worn.
Free of scratches.
Able to allow clear views to both sides.

Q.21

Which of the following is not a way to prevent a friend from driving while intoxicated?

Arrange a safe ride home for them.
Get them involved in activities to slow their drinking and keep them busy while they sober up.
Make them wait 15 minutes after their last drink before driving.
Get other friends involved in stopping your friend from driving.

Q.22

Once a motorcycle helmet has been involved in a crash, it should be:

Inspected closely.
Replaced.
Sold to another rider.
Outfitted with a new chinstrap.

Q.23

When looking through a turn to see where you are going, you should:

Turn just your head.
Turn your head and shoulders.
Turn just your shoulders.
Turn your entire body.

Q.24

If it is warm outside, should you wear a leather jacket while riding?

No, it will make you too hot.
Yes, but take frequent breaks to remove the jacket and cool off.
Yes, riding jackets are made to keep the rider cool, even in warm weather.
No, jackets get in the way of steering.

Q.25

When you have mounted your motorcycle, you should do all of the following, except:

Make sure the mirrors are clean.
Make sure the horn works.
Close the fuel supply valve.
Make sure the clutch works smoothly.