Idaho Motorcycle Driving Permit Test-13 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

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.2

Blind spots on motorcycles:

Are nothing to worry about.
Should be consistently checked by riders.
Don't exist if the motorcycle has a rearview mirror.

Q.3

Experienced riders use the acronym "SIPDE" as a way to stay aware of conditions around them. What does the "S" stand for in "SIPDE?"

Scan
Stop
Speed
Sloppy

Q.4

How should you brake?

With the front brake only
With the rear brake only
With both brakes

Q.5

Convex mirrors:

Provide a narrow view of the road behind you.
Provide a wide view of the road behind you.
Are illegal.

Q.6

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.7

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

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

Q.8

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.9

When riding on a slippery surface, you should:

Not make sudden movements, if possible.
Handle your motorcycle roughly.
Use only your front brake.

Q.10

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.11

A benefit of keeping a cushion of space between you and surrounding vehicles is that:

You are better able to draft off of other vehicles.
You will be able to stop quickly.
You will have more time to react to the movements of other drivers.

Q.12

Unlike other substances, alcohol:

Is very quickly absorbed into the bloodstream.
Needs to be digested to enter the bloodstream.
Can improve your riding ability.

Q.13

Alcohol reaches the brain ________ being consumed.

Within minutes of
About an hour after
About two hours after

Q.14

The oily strip down the center of a lane:

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

Q.15

The best lane position for a motorcycle:

Is in the left part of a lane, next to the centerline.
Is in the right part of a lane, next to the curb.
Can vary depending on road and traffic conditions.

Q.16

Smaller vehicles appear to be ________ and slower than they really are.

Closer
Farther away
Larger

Q.17

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.18

If a motorcycle fits a rider, all of the following are true, except:

The rider's feet can reach the ground while they are seated.
The controls are easy for the rider to reach and operate.
The handle grips are above the rider's head while they are seated.

Q.19

In Idaho, you are considered legally intoxicated if you are under the age of 21 and have a minimum blood alcohol content (BAC) of:

0.02 percent.
0.04 percent.
0.08 percent.
0.1 percent.

Q.20

Passengers should:

Never hold onto the rider.
Look over their shoulder when taking a turn or curve.
Sit as far back as possible.

Q.21

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.22

Upshifting or downshifting in a curve:

Should only be done if it can be done smoothly.
Is better than shifting before the curve.
Is the best way to control your speed.

Q.23

When wearing a jacket for protection, the jacket should:

Be loose-fitting and flap in the wind while riding.
Fit snugly.
Be uncomfortable.

Q.24

Part of your normal scanning routine while riding should include:

Constantly looking in the rearview mirror.
Frequent rearview mirror checks.
Not using the rearview mirror.

Q.25

How do convex mirrors differ from regular mirrors?

They provide a more narrow view of the road.
They provide a wider view of the road.
They provide a better view of the road.

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